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IBM 92G8457 16/4 Auto PCI LAN Token Ring Card
- Part Number: 92G8457
- Type: Token Ring Network Interface Card (NIC)
- Interface: PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
- Speed Support: 16 Mbps and 4 Mbps (Auto-sensing)
- Connector: RJ-45 or DB-9 (typical for Token Ring)
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Networking Technology: Token Ring
- Enables connection to legacy Token Ring LANs
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Product Overview
This is an IBM 92G8457 16/4 Auto PCI LAN Token Ring Card. It's a network interface card (NIC) that allows a computer to connect to a Token Ring network, supporting both 16 Mbps and 4 Mbps speeds automatically.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 92G8457 |
| Type | Token Ring NIC |
| Bus Interface | PCI |
Additional Specifications
| Speeds | 16/4 Mbps Auto |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Product Description
The IBM 92G8457 is a PCI-based Network Interface Card (NIC) specifically designed for connecting computers to Token Ring local area networks (LANs). Token Ring was a popular networking technology, particularly in enterprise environments, known for its token-passing access method that provided deterministic performance. This card supports both 16 Mbps and 4 Mbps data transfer rates, with an auto-sensing feature that allows it to automatically detect and operate at the speed of the network it connects to. This flexibility was important for compatibility with different network segments or upgrades. The card would typically feature a connector compatible with Token Ring cabling, such as an RJ-45 or a DB-9 connector. As a legacy networking component, the IBM 92G8457 is primarily relevant for maintaining or supporting existing Token Ring infrastructure. Its inclusion in a technical catalog signifies its role in providing connectivity for older IBM systems to established Token Ring networks.
