3Com 3C905B-TXNM Fast Etherlink XL PCI

3Com 3C905B-TXNM Fast EtherLink XL PCI Network Interface Card

The 3Com 3C905B-TXNM Fast EtherLink XL PCI Network Interface Card (NIC) is a reliable solution for enhancing network connectivity in desktop environments. Designed to support both 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps data rates, this NIC ensures seamless integration into various network infrastructures.

Key Features

• Dual-Speed Support: Automatically negotiates between 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX, providing flexibility for different network speeds.
• PCI Interface: Utilizes a 32-bit PCI bus, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of desktop systems.
• Auto-Negotiation: Facilitates automatic configuration of speed and duplex settings, optimizing network performance.
• Boot ROM Socket: Equipped with a Boot ROM socket, allowing for network boot capabilities.
• LED Indicators: Features LEDs for media connection/activity and media speed, providing visual status updates.

Technical Specifications

• Media Type: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
• Bus Type: 32-bit PCI
• Operating Distance:
  • 10BASE-T: Up to 100 meters over Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cable
  • 100BASE-TX: Up to 100 meters over Category 5 UTP cable
• Standards Compliance: PCI 2.1, PC99, DMI 2.0, WfM 2.0, ACPI 1.0, PXE
• Driver Support: Compatible with various operating systems, including Windows and Linux distributions.

Benefits

• Enhanced Performance: Parallel Tasking II architecture accelerates PCI-bus throughput, reducing CPU utilization.
• Easy Installation: Plug-and-play functionality simplifies the setup process.
• Network Management: Supports SNMP management tools, facilitating efficient network monitoring and management.

The 3Com 3C905B-TXNM Fast EtherLink XL PCI NIC is an ideal choice for users seeking a dependable and efficient network interface solution for their desktop systems.