1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Unless specifically indicated, the name 3C905B-TX is used
throughout this guide to refer to both adapters.
This chapter describes the 3C905B-TX adapter features and
PC and server requirements.
Industry-Leading Performance
The 3C905B-TX adapter provides the following
performance features:
■Interactive Access technology to minimize CPU utilization
■Parallel Tasking® II architecture for high throughput and
low processor utilization
■Full-duplex 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps support
■Hardware IP checksum enabled for better Internet and
intranet performance
■Fast IP switching solution that allows you to
cost-effectively scale internetwork performance as
bandwidth requirements increase
■32-bit bus master design with full scatter gather and
infinite bursting performance
■Flow control (IEEE 802.1x), which optimizes performance
in switched networks through efficient data transmissions
DynamicAccess Software
DynamicAccess® software delivers intelligence at the edge of
the network to optimize network performance and control.
DynamicAccess features include PACE™ Interactive Access
technology, dRMON (distributed RMON) support, and
support for PACE real-time and multimedia applications.
PACE class of service drivers enable prioritization of
multimedia and business-critical applications like video
conferencing and distance learning. With the 3Com PACE
drivers, you can set the class of service for each application.
The 3C905B-TX adapter ships with dRMON SmartAgent®
intelligent agents that collect remote management
information used by the Transcend® Edge Monitor System.
Together, they provide full RMON network management
information for both switched and Fast Ethernet networks.