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Overview
Single-Port Gigabit Ethernet NICs (DEGXA)
The HP 3X-DEGXA-xx family of single-port PCI-X/PCI Gigabit Network Interface Cards
(NICs) are used exclusively on HP AlphaServer and AlphaStation Systems.
DEGXA-SB and 3X-DEGXA-TB supersede the 3X-DEGXA-SA and 3X-DEGXA-TA
respectively. Both sets of NICs can be plugged into either a PCI or PCI-X I/O bus; however,
the (-SA & -TA) can only be operated in PCI-mode when installed in a PCI-X slot on an HP
AlphaServer or AlphaStation platform. The -SA and –TA are configured by the Console
during power-up to only operate in PCI mode. The -SB and –TB are configured by the
console to match the maximum operating characteristics of the PCI-X or PCI slot they are
plugged into.
NIC Descriptions
Single-Port DEGXA GbE Family
The DEGXA single-port NICs are based on Broadcom's 5703 family of highly integrated
MAC ASICs.
The copper NICs (-TA/-TB) provide support for 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps
Ethernet Connectivity utilizing twisted-pair copper cabling (UTP), and an RJ-45 connector.
These NICs are capable of auto-negotiating to operate at the highest common mode supported
by both ends of the connection – speed, half or full-duplex, & flow control. Operating at
1000 Mbps requires the use of CAT5 or better, four-twisted-pair, copper cabling. In addition,
LEDs are provided as a visual aid to determining the operational status of the connection -
link, activity, and port speed. Supported options include:
•
3X-DEGXA-TB
•
3X-DEGXA-TA
hp 3X-DEGXA-xx PCI-X/PCI Gigabit Ethernet Network Interface Controller
This option supersedes the 3X-DEGXA-TA, and should be used
for all new applications.
This option has been superseded by the 3X-DEGXA-TB, and
should NOT be used for any new applications.
Part Number: 3X-DEGXA-xx
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Introduction
The 3X-
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