User guide

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Compaq Netelligent 1016 10Base-T Unmanaged Repeater User Guide
Writer: Liz Fischer Project: Glossary Comments: 268749-001
File Name:749_g.doc Last Saved On:6/19/96 10:52 AM
Ethernet Transceiver A device used in an Ethernet local area network that
couples data terminal equipment to other transmission
media.
Fiber Adapter A hardware device that converts System 4000
network signals between electrical signals on twisted-
pair wire and light pulses transmitted on fiber optic
cable.
Fiber Optic Cable A transmission medium consisting of a core of glass
surrounded by strengthening material and a protective
jacket. Signals are transmitted as light pulses and
introduced into the optical fiber by a laser or light
emitting diodes (LEDs).
Jabber A condition in which the transmission of network
signals exceeds the maximum allowable transmission
time. Jabber may be caused by a faulty node or wiring
connection.
Link Integrity A diagnostic tool that continuously checks wiring for
breaks opens or shorts and notifies the user if those
conditions exist.
Local Area Network (LAN) A data communications network consisting of
electronic devices such as host computers, file servers,
and personal computers often connected via twisted-
pair wire or coaxial cable. Typically, the network is
limited to a single premise.
Medium Attachment Unit (MAU) A device used in a data station to couple the data
terminal equipment (DTE) to the transmission
medium.
Modular Cord A cord containing four twisted pairs of wires with a
modular plug on one or both ends.