Asynchronous Serial Communications Programmer's Reference Manual (32022-90052)

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Introduction
Datacommunications and Terminal Subsystem (DTS)
Figure 1-3 ThinLAN Configuration
ThickLAN Connection
The second version of the LAN cable, ThickLAN (Type 10BASE5),
offers maximum connection lengths of up to 500 meters (1,600 feet.),
and supports up to 100 nodes. Each node on the LAN is connected via a
Medium Attachment Unit (MAU). An Attachment Unit Interface
(AUI) cable runs between each node and its MAU, as well as between
the host computer and its MAU. You can connect up to three segments
of the ThickLAN cable with two repeaters, thus extending the length of
the LAN to 1,500 meters. A ThickLAN configuration is depicted in
Figure 1-4.
More information on cabling and connection options can be found in the
LAN Cable and Accessories Installation Manual.