Specifications

3.9 Network Access Servers
3–88 Network Modules
3.9.5 DECserver 900GM
The DECserver 900GM is a 32-port Network Access Server that connects
asynchronous devices including terminals, printers, modems, or personal computers
to an Ethernet LAN. The module is configured with four “bulk”connectors (A
through D) and provides software selectable limited or full modem control,
depending on the cable used.
The DECserver 900GM supports both local and remote access via the DECserver
Network Access Software for protocols that include: TCP/IP Telnet, SLIP, CSLIP,
point-to-point protocol (PPP), TN3270, and LAT.
It is a high-performance server capable of supporting 115 Kb/s per port and 215,000
characters per second throughput. Figure 3–28 shows the DECserver 900GM
network module.
Figure 3–28 DECserver 900GM
Platform
This full-height module is used in the:
• DEChub 900 MultiSwitch
NPB-0716-96F
Ethernet