To determine whether the Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 device properties are listed correctly: from the ok prompt, navigate to the device path and type .properties to display the list of properties.

ok cd /pci@8,600000/network@1

 

 

 

 

ok .properties

 

 

 

 

 

assigned-addresses

82000810

00000000 00102000 00000000 00002000

 

81000814 00000000 00000400

00000000 00000100

 

82000818 00000000 00200000

00000000 00200000

 

82000830 00000000 00400000

00000000 00100000

d-fru-len

00 00 00

00

 

 

 

d-fru-off

00 00 e8

00

 

 

 

d-fru-dev

eeprom

 

 

 

 

s-fru-len

00 00 08

00

 

 

 

s-fru-off

00 00 e0

00

 

 

 

s-fru-dev

eeprom

 

 

 

 

compatible

70 63 69

38 30 38

36 2c 62 35 35

35 2e 31 30 38

reg

00000800

00000000 00000000 00000000 00000000

 

02000810 00000000 00000000

00000000 00002000

 

02000814 00000000 00000000

00000000 00000100

 

02000818 00000000 00000000

00000000 00200000

 

02000830 00000000 00000000

00000000 00100000

address-bits

00 00 00

30

 

 

 

max-frame-size

00 00 40

00

 

 

 

network-interface-type

ethernet

 

 

 

 

device_type

network

 

 

 

 

name

network

 

 

 

 

local-mac-address

08 00 20

aa bb cc

 

 

 

version

Sun PCI Crypto Accelerator 4000 1000Base-T FCode

2.11.12 02/10/31

 

 

 

 

 

phy-type

mif

 

 

 

 

board-model

501-6039

 

 

 

 

model

SUNW,pci-vca

 

 

 

fcode-rom-offset

00000000

 

 

 

 

66mhz-capable

 

 

 

 

 

fast-back-to-back

 

 

 

 

 

devsel-speed

00000001

 

 

 

 

class-code

00100000

 

 

 

 

interrupts

00000001

 

 

 

 

latency-timer

00000040

 

 

 

 

cache-line-size

00000010

 

 

 

 

max-latency

00000040

 

 

 

 

min-grant

00000040

 

 

 

 

subsystem-id

00003de8

 

 

 

 

subsystem-vendor-id

0000108e

 

 

 

 

revision-id

00000002

 

 

 

 

device-id

0000b555

 

 

 

 

vendor-id

00008086

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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4000 specifications

Sun Microsystems, a pivotal player in the computing industry during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, was renowned for its innovative hardware and software solutions. Among its notable offerings were the Sun-6000, Sun-5000, and Sun-4000 series, powerful workstations and servers designed for a range of enterprise-level applications.

The Sun-6000 series, introduced in the early 1990s, marked a significant advancement in computing performance. These systems were built on the SPARC architecture, which facilitated high levels of processing power and multitasking capabilities. One of the main features of the 6000 series was its scalability, allowing organizations to increase their processing power by adding more modules. It also offered robust graphics performance, making it ideal for scientific visualization and complex data analysis.

Next in line was the Sun-5000 series. Launched shortly after the 6000 series, the 5000 line was celebrated for its reliability and ease of management. This series emphasized a balanced architecture, which combined processing capabilities with ample memory and storage options. Key characteristics included support for multiple processors, leading to improved performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the 5000 systems featured advanced input/output capabilities, ensuring fast data transfers—crucial for database applications and web servers.

Finally, the Sun-4000 series targeted businesses seeking affordable yet potent computing solutions. These servers boasted a modular design, allowing for easy upgrades and maintenance. The 4000 series was particularly notable for its support for various operating systems, including SunOS and Solaris. These systems were engineered to handle a range of workloads, from enterprise resource planning to web hosting, while still fitting into a value-driven budget.

Across all three series, Sun Microsystems prioritized compatibility and integration, ensuring that each system offered seamless connectivity with Sun's software solutions and third-party applications. Their commitment to open standards and interoperability set them apart in the competitive landscape of enterprise computing. Additionally, the use of high-quality components lent the systems durability, making them a wise investment for organizations looking to future-proof their IT infrastructure.

In summary, the Sun-6000, 5000, and 4000 series exemplified Sun Microsystems' ethos of innovation and reliability. These powerful systems catered to diverse business needs, setting benchmarks in performance and functionality that continue to influence modern computing.