Allied Telesis AT-2500TX Status Indicators, PC Interface, Ethernet Interface, Driver Support

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AT-2500TX PCI Fast Ethernet Adapter Card

Status Indicators

 

 

 

Activity

 

Indicates that there is read/write

 

 

 

activity on the

network

10

 

 

Indicates

10Mbps

operation

100

 

 

Indicates

100Mbps

operation

PC Interface

 

 

 

Bus

Interface

PCI, 2.2

compliant

Bus Width

32 bit

 

 

 

Data Transfer Mode PCI Bus Mastering

Ethernet Interface

 

 

10T

(10Mbps)

2 pair EIA/TIA

Category 3, 4 or 5

100TX (100Mbps)

2 pair EIA/TIA Category 5

Programmable Settings

Hardware

Interrupts:

 

 

 

PCI INT#A, supports shared or assigned interrupts

Base

I/O

Memory Address:

 

 

 

Assigned

by BIOS

 

 

 

 

PCI configuration space supports DWORD, WORD and

BYTE access

 

 

 

 

Driver Support

 

 

 

NDIS

2.01

Artisoft LANtastic

 

 

 

 

Banyan Vines

 

 

 

 

 

DEC Pathworks

 

 

 

 

 

FTP PC/TCP for

DOS

 

 

 

IBM OS/2

 

 

 

 

 

IBM LAN/WARP

Server,

 

 

 

DOS and OS/2

 

 

 

 

 

SunSoft PC/NFS

 

 

 

 

 

Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1,

 

 

 

3.11

 

 

 

NDIS

3.1

 

Microsoft Windows

NT 3.51

(Mini

Port Drivers)

Microsoft Windows

95, 98, ME, 2000,

 

 

 

XP, 2003

 

 

 

 

 

 

Macintosh OS 8.51, 8.6, 9.0

ODI

Server

Novell NetWare v3.x, v4.x server, v5.x

ODI

Client

Novell NetWare DOS Client, Client 32

UNIX Packet Driver

SCO System V, Openserver 5.0

Maximum Cabling Distances

10T

100m

100TX

100m

Reliability

Calculated MTBF > 300,000 hours

Power Characteristics

Supply

5vDC at 5W (typical)

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temp.

0°C to 55°C (32°to 131°F)

Operating Humidity

85% at +55°C

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions

12.7cm x 12.1cm

 

(5" x 4.75")

 

Half-size form factor

Weight

181.4g (0.4lbs)

AT-2500TX/LP low profile card:

Dimensions

5.7cm x 12cm

Standards & Compliance

IEEE 802.2, 802.3u, ISO, IEC 8802-3

Electrical/Mechanical Approvals

FCC Class A

CUL

CE

Ordering Information

AT-2500TX

Fast Ethernet adapter for 10T and 100TX

AT-2500TX/LP

Low profile Fast Ethernet adapter for 10T and 100TX 20-packs are available for additional saving

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AT-2500TX specifications

The Allied Telesis AT-2500TX is a versatile and robust networking solution designed to meet the demands of modern enterprise environments. Known for its reliability and performance, this managed switch offers a comprehensive suite of features tailored for various applications, including data center operations, enterprise networking, and service provider environments.

One of the primary features of the AT-2500TX is its support for Gigabit Ethernet. The switch provides 24 ports of 10/100/1000Base-T connectivity, ensuring high-speed data transmission and seamless integration with existing network infrastructure. The AT-2500TX also supports auto-negotiation, allowing devices to automatically select the best connection speed, which optimizes performance and reduces configuration complexities.

Moreover, the AT-2500TX incorporates advanced Layer 2 switching capabilities. With support for VLANs, the switch can segment network traffic, improving security and performance by isolating different departments or user groups. The Quality of Service (QoS) features enable prioritization of critical applications, ensuring that bandwidth-sensitive traffic, such as voice and video, receives the necessary resources.

The switch supports a range of network management protocols, including SNMP, RMON, and Telnet. These protocols facilitate easy monitoring and management of network performance, allowing IT administrators to configure settings, track performance metrics, and troubleshoot issues efficiently. The AT-2500TX also features a web-based management interface, providing an intuitive way to access and manage network settings.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities are another standout characteristic of the AT-2500TX. By delivering power and data over the same Ethernet cable, this switch simplifies installation and reduces the need for additional electrical infrastructure. This feature is particularly beneficial for powering IP cameras, wireless access points, and VoIP phones.

In terms of reliability, the AT-2500TX supports features such as storm control, link aggregation, and rapid spanning tree protocol (RSTP). These enhancements contribute to network resilience and stability, ensuring that business operations can continue without interruption.

In conclusion, the Allied Telesis AT-2500TX is a feature-rich managed switch designed to deliver high performance, flexibility, and reliability for diverse networking applications. With its Gigabit Ethernet support, VLAN capabilities, PoE functionality, and robust management options, this switch stands out as a compelling choice for organizations looking to enhance their network infrastructure.