Learn about the dual port gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI-X adapter.
The dual port gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI-X adapter is a high-performance, highly integrated, universal, Ethernet LAN adapter for PCI-X and PCI systems. The adapter presents one electrical load but appears as two independent devices to software. The adapter provides 1000 Mbps throughput on a standard shortwave (850nm) 50/62.5 micron multimode optical cable and conforms to the IEEE 802.3z standard and supports distances of 260m for 62.5u MMF and 550m for 50.0u MMF.
- 1
- LED
- 2
- Multimode Fiber LC Receptacle
Understanding the Adapter LED
The
LED on the Dual Port Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI-X Adapter provides information
about the card's operation status. The LED is visible through the card's mounting
bracket and, when lit, indicates the following conditions:
| LED | Status |
|---|---|
Off |
No Link/No Activity |
Gigabit Ethernet-SX PCI-X Adapter Specifications
- Item
- Description
- FRU number
- 00P4290
- I/O bus architecture
- PCI 2.2 and PCI-X V1.0a compliant
- Busmaster
- Yes
- Maximum number
- For system-specific adapter placement information, see PCI placement in the system unit or expansion unit
- Adapter size
- PCI short form
- Connector information
- LC fiber optic
- Wrap plug
- LC fiber optic, part number 11P3847
- Cables
- Customer supplied. Optional LC-SC 62.5 micron converter cable, part number 11P1374, FC 2459, is available. For 50 micron LC-SC connections, use converter cable part number 11P1373, FC 2456.