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Intel 687231-006 PRO/100 Ethernet PCI Intelligent Server Network Adapter Card
- 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity.
- PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus interface.
- Intelligent server adapter with onboard processing.
- Designed for reliable server network connectivity.
- Supports standard Ethernet protocols.
- Suitable for legacy server environments or specific network segments.
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Product Overview
The Intel 687231-006 is a PRO/100 Ethernet PCI Intelligent Server Network Adapter Card. It provides reliable 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity for servers and features intelligent processing capabilities.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Adapter Card |
| Ports | 1 x RJ45 Ethernet |
| Interface | PCI |
| Speed | 10/100 Mbps |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Standard PCI card |
| Chipset | Intel PRO/100 Series |
| Features | Intelligent processing |
Product Description
The Intel 687231-006 is a network adapter card based on Intel's PRO/100 series chipset, designed to provide reliable Ethernet connectivity for servers. It operates at speeds of 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps, connecting to the network via a standard RJ45 connector. This adapter utilizes the older PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) bus interface, making it suitable for servers equipped with legacy PCI slots. The term 'Intelligent Server Network Adapter' suggests that this card incorporates some level of onboard processing capabilities, potentially offloading certain network tasks from the server's main CPU. This could include features like TCP/IP checksum offloading or other protocol processing, which helps to improve overall server performance, especially under heavy network loads. This intelligence was a key differentiator for server-grade adapters in the era of PCI bus technology. While 10/100 Mbps speeds are considered slow by modern standards, this adapter remains relevant for specific use cases. These might include connecting older servers, managing network devices that only support lower speeds, or in environments where high bandwidth is not a requirement. Its primary advantage is its robustness and reliability for basic network connectivity in server environments that utilize PCI expansion slots.
