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Sun 270-5656-02 SCSI 100Base-TX PCI Ethernet Card
- 100Base-TX Ethernet connectivity.
- PCI bus interface for integration into Sun systems.
- SCSI interface for connection to the host system.
- Provides Fast Ethernet speeds for network communication.
- Designed for Sun workstations and servers requiring specific interface configurations.
- Offers a reliable network connection for legacy Sun environments.
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Product Overview
The Sun 270-5656-02 is a SCSI 100Base-TX PCI Ethernet Card, providing 100 Mbps network connectivity for Sun systems. It utilizes a SCSI interface for its connection to the host system.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Network Adapter |
| Interface | PCI |
| SCSI Interface | Yes |
Additional Specifications
| Ethernet Speed | 100 Mbps (100Base-TX) |
| Brand | Sun |
Product Description
The Sun 270-5656-02 is a Fast Ethernet network adapter that operates at 100 Mbps, utilizing the 100Base-TX standard. What distinguishes this card is its use of a SCSI interface for connecting to the host system, rather than the more common PCI or PCIe interfaces directly. This specific interface requirement suggests it was designed for particular Sun Microsystems hardware configurations where SCSI connectivity was preferred or necessary for expansion cards. The adapter plugs into a standard PCI slot on the motherboard, providing the necessary bus connection. However, the data path and control signals between the card and the system are managed via the SCSI bus. This approach might have been employed to leverage existing SCSI controllers or to achieve specific performance characteristics within Sun's proprietary system architectures of the era. This card is intended for users of Sun workstations and servers that require 100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity and possess the necessary SCSI infrastructure to support such an adapter. It represents a solution for maintaining or upgrading network capabilities in legacy Sun environments where specialized hardware integration is needed.
