501-4837 - Sun 4-Port Fast Ethernet Sbus Adapter
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- SBus interface
- Designed for Sun SPARC systems
- Provides multiple network connections
- Supports legacy network infrastructure
- RJ-45 connectors
- Ideal for older Sun workstations and servers
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Key specifications
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- Network Adapter Card
- Interface
- SBus
- Ports
- 4 x 100Base-TX (RJ-45)
- Data Rate
- 100 Mbps per port
- Compatibility
- Sun SPARC systems with SBus slots
- Form Factor
- SBus card
Product details
The Sun 501-4837 is an SBus adapter that provides four 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet ports. This network interface card is designed for Sun Microsystems SPARC systems utilizing the SBus expansion slot. It enables Fast Ethernet connectivity for legacy systems requiring multiple network connections.
Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Adapter Card
- Interface
- SBus
- Ports
- 4 x 100Base-TX (RJ-45)
- Data Rate
- 100 Mbps per port
- Compatibility
- Sun SPARC systems with SBus slots
- Form Factor
- SBus card
Description
The Sun 501-4837 is a quad-port Fast Ethernet network adapter card specifically designed for Sun Microsystems' SPARC-based workstations and servers that feature the SBus expansion slot. This adapter provides four independent 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet interfaces, each equipped with an RJ-45 connector, allowing the system to connect to multiple Fast Ethernet networks simultaneously. It is a crucial component for systems that require enhanced network connectivity or the ability to interface with different network segments. This adapter card is particularly relevant for organizations still operating legacy Sun SPARC infrastructure that relies on the SBus architecture. It enables these systems to achieve network speeds of up to 100 Mbps per port, which was standard for Fast Ethernet. The quad-port configuration offers flexibility, allowing for connections to different subnets, dedicated network links for specific applications, or redundancy configurations within the limitations of the SBus era. Given its SBus interface, the Sun 501-4837 is compatible with a range of older Sun SPARC systems, such as those from the SPARCstation and SPARCserver lines. It represents a way to maintain or expand network capabilities for these established systems, ensuring they can continue to serve their intended purposes within an organization's IT environment. The adapter card facilitates integration into existing Fast Ethernet networks, providing essential network access for these specialized computing platforms.
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