Information
The HP ESCON PA is a high-speed port adapter that supports IP Datagram, TCP/IP Offload, TN3270 Server, TCP Assist, Cisco MultiPath Channel (CMPC), CMPC+, and Cisco SNA (CSNA) software applications. The HP ESCON PA provides a single channel interface for Cisco 7200-series routers. In some situations, this interface can eliminate the need for a separate front-end processor (FEP).
Specifications
Form Factor
Hot-swappable
Product Name
1-Port High-Performance ESCON Channel Port Adapter
Product Type
Port Adapter
Shipping Weight
4.0 lb
Application/Usage
Data Networking
Connectivity Media
62.5/125 µm Multi-mode Fiber
Data Transfer Rate
200 Mbps
Interfaces Details
1 x Female Duplex
Additional Information
- 128 MB of DRAM
- Supported processor I/O architectures: ESA/390
- Bit transmission: Serial
- Channel data rate: Up to 17 MBps
- Number of addressable devices per channel: 256 x 16 x 16 x 253
- Connectable control units per channel: Up to 59 (through a 9032 ESCON Director)
- Connectable channels per adapter: Up to 59 (through a 9032 ESCON Director); varies by control unit