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Overview - Gigabit and Fast Ethernet Adapters

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Abstract

Features and technical details of the Gigabit and Fast Ethernet Adapters Overview

Content

  • Files (applicable for IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Adapter)
  • Files (applicable for IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter)
  • Files (applicable for 06P3701)

At a glance

The IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter helps provide secure attachment to an Ethernet LAN for server PCs. It features:

  • Protection of data on the LAN with IPSec encryption of traffic from the server
  • Outstanding throughput and low CPU utilization in demanding server environments
  • Enhanced server uptime through redundant connections
  • Hot plugability for online system maintenance
  • Load balancing for scalable bandwidth up to 800 Mbps
The IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter provides attachment to a Gigabit Ethernet LAN over fiber optic cabling for server PCs. It features:
  • Blazing Gigabit Ethernet throughput to reduce bottlenecks in demanding server environments
  • Support for 64-bit, 66MHz PCI buses for excellent performance in high-end servers
  • Adapter redundancy to enhance reliability for mission-critical applications
  • Hot plugability in IBM ActivePCI systems for online server maintenance
  • Connection to fiber cabling for distances up to 275 meters and fornoise reduction
Performance:
The new IBM adapters boast performance that breaks through network bottlenecks with Intel's latest generation of Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet chip technology and device drivers. Both adapters offer outstanding throughput and efficient utilization of the server PC's CPU. The Gigabit adapter's data rate up to 1000Mbps and support for PCI compliant, 64-bit, 66 MHz buses in the server offer performance an order of magnitude higher than Fast Ethernet. With support for optional jumbo frames, packet processing overhead can be reduced even further, improving throughput and efficiency. Both adapters support packet prioritization (IEEE 802.1p) and Virtual LANs (IEEE 802.1Q), helping to optimize throughput of data for crucial applications.

Security:
The IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter offers network security features along with its innovative functions for server PCs. The adapter supports Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) encryption and decryption of data packets as they are sent and received over the LAN, helping to protect data from unintended or unauthorized access. The adapter's onboard encryption co-processor offloads encryption from the server's processor to help maximize network performance and free system resources for other critical server tasks.

Server Benefits:
Both new IBM server adapters offer functions to keep your servers up and connected to the network. Thanks to hot plugability and adapter fault tolerance, redundant adapters in a server help protect against failure in the cable, connector, or adapter, and enable online maintenance. Bandwidth scalability allows network bandwidth to be increased incrementally by adding additional adapters that are teamed together to balance traffic to and from the server.

Compatibility:
The IBM server adapters come with a complete set of device drivers for popular server operating environments. Both are easy to install and configure with support for Plug and Play and are equipped with LEDs for a visual indication of network status. The adapters fully support network and other industry standards, including IEEE 802.3u and 802.3z LAN standards and PCI 2.2 bus specifications. The adapters have been extensively tested in IBM PC servers, helping to ensure virtually trouble-free installation and operation.

With their combination of blazing performance, innovative server features, and compatibility with industry standards, the IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter and the IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter offer exceptional power and value for connecting your server to the LAN.

Warranty

Lifetime limited - customer carry-in exchange

Packaging

You will receive one box containing the following items:
  • 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter (Single Pack, 06P3601) - Adapter, Installation, and User's Guide and Device Drivers on CD-ROM
  • 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter (Card Pack, 06P3610)* - Adapter
*Card packs can be ordered as single units. They are shipped in an overpack box with up to 10 per box. It is preferred that order quantities be in multiples of 10.
  • Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter (Single Pack, 06P3701) - Adapter, Installation, and User's Guide and Device Drivers on CD-ROM
  • Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter (Card Pack, 06P3710)* - Adapter
*Card packs can be ordered as single units. They are shipped in an overpack box with up to 10 per box. It is preferred that order quantities be in multiples of 10.

Product marketing and replacement part numbers (FRU)

Worldwide
  • 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter
  • Marketing part number: 06P3601
  • Replacement part number: 06P3609
  • Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter
  • Marketing part number: 06P3701
  • Replacement part number: 06P3709
Additional part numbers

Part number(s) for ordering multiple quantities
  • Bulkpack of: 10
Associated
Part(s)
  • 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter
  • Replacement part number (FRU): 06P3609
  • Applicable location(s): worldwide
  • Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter
  • Replacement part number (FRU): 06P3709
  • Applicable location(s): worldwide
Product dates

Worldwide
  • Announce date: 31 Oct 2000
  • Planned availability date: 17 Nov 2000 (United States, Latin America, Canada, Europe, Middle East and Africa)
  • Planned availability date: 24 Nov 2000 (Asia Pacific)
  • Withdrawal date: 10 Sep 2002
Technical specifications

Performance specifications as known at time of announcement

The IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter enables connection to an Ethernet network supporting 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX.

The IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter enables connection to an Ethernet network supporting 1000BASE-SX.

Physical, environmental, and compatibility specifications as known at time of announcement

10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter:
Weight:
  • lbs: .15
  • kg: .07
Height:
  • inches: 3.4
  • mm: 87
Width:
  • inches: 4.7
  • mm: 120
Depth:
  • inches: .8
  • mm: 20
Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter:
Weight:
  • lbs: .25
  • kg: .11
Height:
  • inches: 3.4
  • mm: 87
Width:
  • inches: 6.4
  • mm: 164
Depth:
  • inches: .8
  • mm: 20
Operating temperature
  • Between 0 degrees celsius and 55 degrees celsius
  • Between 32 degrees fahrenheit and 131 degrees fahrenheit
Relative humidity
  • Operating: between 8% and 80% (non-condensing)
Agency approvals
  • FCC Part 15 Class B and Part 68
  • CISPR 22 Class B
  • CE Mark
  • UL 1950, CUL
  • VCCI Class B
  • BSMI (Taiwan)
  • MIC (Korea)
  • C-Tick
  • Microsoft SDG 2.0 Logo
  • Novell NetWare certified

Hardware requirements for IBM systems

The IBM 10/100 Ethernet Server Adapter can be installed in PCI 2.1 or 2.2-compatible PC server systems, including the following IBM systems:

Description Machine Type Model
Netfinity 1000 8477 All
Netfinity 3000 8476 All
Netfinity 3500-M20 8655 All
Netfinity 4500R 8656 All
Netfinity 5000 8659 All
Netfinity 5100 8658 All
Netfinity 5500
8660 All
Netfinity 5500-M10 8661 All
Netfinity 5500-M20 8662 All
Netfinity 5600 8664 All
Netfinity 6000R
8682
All
Netfinity 7000-M10 8680 All
Netfinity 7100 8666 All
Netfinity 7600 8665 All
Netfinity 8500R 8681 All
IBM eServer xSeries 200 8478 All
IBM eServer xSeries 220 8645 All
IBM eServer xSeries 230 8658 All
IBM eServer xSeries 240 8664 All
IBM eServer xSeries 306 8836 All
IBM eServer xSeries 330 8654 All
IBM eServer xSeries 340 8656 All


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supported operating systems

  • Microsoft Windows 2000
  • Windows NT 4.0
  • Novell NetWare, versions 4.x and 5.x
  • SCO Unixware 7.1
  • Linux
Compatibility

Some configurations may not be compatible.

Limitations

Use of the IPSec function of the 10/100 adapter requires the server system to be running Windows 2000 or another operating system that supports IPSec security.

Cable orders

Yes. An adapter cable is not included with the adapter. The appropriate cabling must be used when connecting to an Ethernet network:
  • UTP-3, -4, or -5 cable with an RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T networks
  • UTP-5 cable with an RJ-45 connector for 100BASE-TX networks

Installation time

Approximately 15 minutes
 
Hardware requirements for IBM systems

The IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter can be installed in PCI 2.1 or 2.2-compatible PC server systems, including the following IBM systems:  

Description Machine Type Model
Netfinity 1000 8477 All
Netfinity 3000 8476 All
Netfinity 3500-M20 8655 All
Netfinity 4500R 8656 All
Netfinity 5000 8659 All
Netfinity 5100 8658 All
Netfinity 5500 8660 All
Netfinity 5500-M10 8661 All
Netfinity 5500-M20 8662 All
Netfinity 5600 8664 All
Netfinity 6000R 8682 All
Netfinity 7000-M10 8680 All
Netfinity 7100 8666 All
Netfinity 7600 8665 All
Netfinity 8500R 8681 All
IBM eServer xSeries 200 8478 All
IBM eServer xSeries 220 8645 All
IBM eServer xSeries 230 8658 All
IBM eServer xSeries 240 8664 All
IBM eServer xSeries 306 8836 All
IBM eServer xSeries 330 8654 All
IBM eServer xSeries 340 8656 All


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




The IBM Gigabit Ethernet SX Server Adapter can be installed in PCI 2.1 and 2.2 compatible, Intel Pentium architecture, non-IBM PC server systems.
 
Supported operating systems

  • Microsoft Windows 2000
  • Windows NT 4.0
  • Novell NetWare, versions 4.x and 5.x
  • SCO Unixware 7.1
  • Linux
Compatibility

Some configurations may not be compatible.

Cable order

Yes. An adapter cable is not included with the adapter. The appropriate cabling must be used when connecting to an Ethernet network:
  • 50 or 62.5 micron multi-mode fiber cable with a duplex SC connector for 1000BASE-SX networks

Installation time

Approximately 15 minutes

Document Location

Worldwide

Operating System

System x Hardware Options:All operating systems listed

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Document Information

Modified date:
24 January 2019

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