Specifications

Network Modules 3–1

Network Modules

This chapter contains detailed information about the network modules.

3.1 Network Module Types

Network modules are classified according to application, network type, and size.

Applications are determined by module function. Network types are existing

standards. Size indicates the module’s size (full-height or half-height) and use in the

platforms.

Application indicates the module functionality and includes:

• Repeaters

• PORTswitches

• Bridges

• Switches

• Concentrators

• Network Access Servers

• Routers

• Brouters

• Management agents

• Token ring Multistation Access Units (MAUs) and repeaters

• Probes

Network types include:

• Ethernet

• FDDI

• Token Ring