Smart 16/4 Cardbus Mk2 Product Details

Smart 16/4 CardBus Mk2 is a 32-bit PC Card adapter for 16/4 Token Ring applications that offers PCI-like performance for portable PC users connected to the corporate network.
It supports the latest power management initiatives and has wide driver software including Windows XP, 2000, 95, 98 and NT4, DOS, OS/2, Linux and Apple OS for Powerbook PCs.

Download the Cardbus DataSheet

Key Benefits
Key Features
Product Specification
Ordering Information

Key Benefits

Easy to install & use

Madge introduced the world's first Token Ring CardBus adapter in November 1997. This second generation product builds upon this experience to offer improved functionality including:

• 100% Madge TR chipset
• Ring-speed detection
• Windows NT point enabler
• Apple Powerbook support
• Linux driver support
• ACPI power management

These advances make the Smart 16/4 CardBus Mk2 adapter easier than ever to integrate into existing networks. CardBus Mk2 is supported by Madge LSS LAN Support Software (LSS), the latest version of which is available for WWW download. LSS provides intuitive documentation, utilities and Madge UniDrivers for all common operating systems (including Windows XP, 95, 98, NT, 2000 etc, NetWare, DOS and OS/2).
Additional driver support is also available that allows CardBus Mk2 to be used with Linux systems and Apple Powerbook laptops.

Flexibility and versatility

CardBus Mk2 is compatible with the latest laptop PCs and supports automatic detection and selection of the following network parameters:

4 or 16 Mbps ring speed
UTP cable type
STP (IBM Type 1) using optional converter (3650 4854)
STP (9-way D type) using optional cable set (70-09)
Full-duplex (DTR) or shared Token Ring connection
Updated network drivers, including fully signed and certified drivers for Microsoft Windows operating systems, can be downloaded direct from www.madge.com/software.

To ensure compatibility with the latest specification notebook and laptop PCs, CardBus Mk2 supports a number of industry initiatives, including the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), Desktop Management Interface (DMI 2), and Microsoft's PC97, PC98 and PC99 design guidelines. This enables the adapter to be used with remote PC management applications such as Microsoft “OnNow”.
Furthermore, CardBus Mk2 can be configured to support promiscuous mode, for network diagnosis and analysis applications. For added network security, this option can be disabled, if required.

Robust and reliable

CardBus Mk2 builds on the reliability record of previous Madge PC Card products, including GoCard 3221, Smart PCMCIA, and CardBus Mk1. It features the same robust offset connector and cable and is supported by Madge LSS that provides common driver technology that supports both Madge PCI and PC Card adapters.
CardBus Mk2 offers excellent investment protection, as it is architected around latest generation Madge ASIC technology. This means that ongoing supply and support of the product is not constrained by the discontinuation of common 3 rd party Token Ring processors.

top of page

Key Features

Latest Token Ring Technology

Madge second generation CardBus Token Ring silicon and advanced software ensure high reliability, compatibility and ongoing product availability.

Auto-Ring Speed Detect, DTR support and WireSense TM

Simple installation and configuration ensures no disruption to the existing network.
Moves and changes can be implemented without having to reconfigure the adapter.

Flexible Windows NT support

NT 4 driver operates either with industry-standard Card Services software or via built-in point enabler software. Card Services provides a wide and flexible support for the latest laptop machines whilst the point-enabler provides a simple, low cost option.

Unattended Installation for Win95, 98, and 2000

Eases rollout of Windows clients. Fast, simple and fault free installation and configuration for all Madge adapters using the same installation process.

Apple Powerbook support

Unique software support enables Apple Powerbooks to connect to the corporate Token Ring network.

Linux support

Linux is a UNIX-type OS distributed in open-source format. The Linux driver enables Token Ring users to capitalise on the many Linux applications in development.

Windows XP and 2000 support

CardBus support is built into Microsoft's latest operating systems, Windows XP and 2000. Madge UniDrivers are fully ‘signed and certified’ for use with Microsoft operating systems.

ACPI 1.0 compliant

The Advanced Configuration and Power Interface is a fundamental part of future Microsoft and Intel platforms. ACPI enables applications and Operating Systems and management applications to cost-effectively control the power consumption of a PC.

On-line user guide and diagnostics

Comprehensive and intuitive support utility (Madge Assist) includes complete documentation suite, extensive diagnostics and manual ringspeed configuration that can be used with all Madge Token Ring adapters.

Flexible promiscuous mode options

Promiscuous mode can be enabled for network analysis and monitoring or it can be permanently disabled for added network security.

top of page

Specifications

• Network Type: 4 or 16 Mbps IBM and IEEE 802.5 Token Ring (auto speed selection), IEEE 802.5r full-duplex Token Ring
• Supply Voltage: +5V DC ±5%
• Power: 1.8W maximum
• ACPI power notification: 1.8W
• Bus Interface: PC Card 7
• Data Transfer: 32-bit bus master DMA
• Agency Approval: CE approved, FCC Class B, EN50082-1, EN550022 Class B
• Ring Interface: RJ45 socket (UTP)
• Memory: 32 KB SRAM on-board
• Remote Booting: Not applicable
• IRQ Options: Configured by Card Services
• I/O options: Configured by Card Services
• Dimensions: 86mm x 54mm
• Weight: 0.05Kg (approx.)
• MTBF (40oC): 1,200,000 hours
• Temperature Range: 0 - 50°C
• Humidity Range: 10% - 90% RH non-condensing

Click on the link to download the Cardbus product datasheet 

Ordering Information

Smart 16/4 Cardbus MK2 (UTP) Single - Part No. 20-03
UTP/STP Converter - Part No. 3650 4854
Cardbus/PCMCIA STP/UTP Cable Set - Part No. 70-09

For volume quantities please contact your sales representative.

top of page