Smart MK4 PCI Token Ring Adapter

Supported by Madge LAN Support Software uni-drivers and utilities, Smart MK4 provides unparalleled support for both new desktop platforms and legacy systems.Smart MK4 PCI is the ideal adapter enabling users to future-proof their PCs against future bandwidth demands. With auto-speed sensing 16/4 or 100Mbps connectivity, 16/4Mbps systems can be easily upgraded to 100Mbps, without the need to revisit the PC.
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Key Benefits
Key Features
Product Specification
Ordering Information

Key Benefits

Easy Integration

• Certified for Microsoft Windows XP
• Certified for Microsoft 2003 Server
• Suitable for client, server and workstation use
• LSS drivers and utilities provide support for a wide range of Operating Systems, facilitating fast installation and support

Value & Performance

• Available as Standard profile PCI or low profile format PCI
• Compatible with latest specification PCs
• Auto-senses media and 4/16/100 network speed
• Advanced server capabilities

Market Pedigree

• Smart PCI installed base exceeds 5m adapters
• Madge ongoing commitment to TR market
• Complete range of 100Mbps and 16/4 switching solutions

Ultimate Scalability

The Smart MK4 PCI is the result of over twelve years of continued investment in Token Ring technology. It is an integrated adapter supporting both original 16/4 Token Ring (both shared and full-duplex) and full duplex 100Mbps Token Ring.

The Smart MK4 is available in two form factors:

• The standard form factor product (51-05) is designed for use with the full height PCI slots.
• The Low Profile variant (53-05) is designed for use in new generation low form factor servers and slimline-cased PCs. Smart MK4 is built to the latest PCI specification to support all PCs including high speed multi-CPU processors.

Flexibility and Versatility

Smart MK4 PCI features a high performance PCI bus interface and advanced software support. It is compatible with all the latest PCI-based PC systems and supports automatic detection and selection of the following parameters:

• 100, 16 or 4 Mbps ring speed
• STP or UTP cable type
• Full Duplex or shared Token Ring connection

Software support is provided by LSS LAN Support Software. It provides mainstream driver support, documentation and utility software. This includes drivers for Madge adapters that support both Desktop, Server and Mobile solutions.

Madge also provides drivers for other operating systems such as Linux, Sun Solaris, Apple MacOS etc. For the latest software release information, visit http://www.madge.com/software.

Investment Value and Security

The Smart MK4 PCI supports the latest industry initiatives including:

• Wake-on-LAN
• Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
• Desktop Management Interface (DMI 2)
• Intel’s "Wired for Management"
• Microsoft's "Zero Administration" and “OnNow”.
• Promiscuous mode (for network analysis) is fully supported but can be permanently disabled for added network integrity
• RPL and PXE2 options to allow remote boot functionality giving systems administrators the ability to make PCs more accessible, secure and controllable

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Key Features

Madge LAN Support software drivers

• Desktop and laptop Madge adapters supported by a common driver image
• Facilitates easier desktop management and control of adds, moves and changes

Performance

• Automatically senses and adapts to 16/4 and 100Mbps Token Ring connections

Low Profile Form Factor

• MK4 adapter in regular (4.7”/12mm) and low profile (3.1”/8mm bracket) variants
• Enables MK4 to be used for all PCI-based client/server applications

Madge ASIC Technology

• Fifth generation Madge silicon and advanced software deliver extremely high levels of reliability and compatibility
• Allows optimized product design and control over component supply chain

Auto-sensing of ring speed, cable type & DTR

• UTP and STP cable connectors inbuilt
• Simple installation and configuration ensures no disruption to the existing network
• External cable converters/manual configuration not required
• Desktops can be maintained without having to reconfigure the adapter

Unattended Installation

• Simplifies the roll-out of Windows clients using a standardized installation procedure
• Fast, simple and fault free installation and configuration

NDIS5 Miniport Driver

• Microsoft Windows certified and included on MS-Windows CD
• Applications-sensitive driver technology for the latest Windows (XP/2000/ME) systems
• Interacts with the latest Windows applications to assert network priority

Direct Data Streaming

• Optimizes performance by streaming data directly into an application’s memory
• Reduces PC overhead by minimizing load on PC processor

ACPI 1.0 compliant

• Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
• Applications and Operating Systems cost-effectively control PC power consumption

PCI 2.2 / PC99

• Compatible with latest desktop standard

PCI Hot Plug and Server Mirroring

• Advanced capabilities that help to guarantee uptime and network resilience
• Ideal for use for both workgroup and backbone server applications

DMI2.0, and PXE2/RPL remote booting

• Enabling effective remote desktop control and management
• Reduces support overheads

On-line user guide and diagnostics

• Comprehensive and intuitive support utilities for use with all Madge TR adapters
• Includes complete documentation suite

Flexible promiscuous mode options

• Promiscuous mode (PM) can be enabled for network analysis and monitoring
• PM can be permanently disabled for added network security

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Specifications

• Network Type: IEEE 802.5t 100Mbps high-speed Token Ring (HSTR), 4 or 16 Mbps IBM and IEEE 802.5 Token Ring (auto speed selection), IEEE 802.5r full-duplex Token Ring
• LED network indicators: Green LED representing ring insertion at 16 or 4Mbps, Yellow LED representing ring insertion at 100Mbps
• Supply Voltage: +5V DC ±5% or 3.3V DC ±5%
• Power: 3W maximum
• ACPI power notification: States D0 and D1: 3W States D2 and D3: 2.5W
• Bus Interface: 32-bit 33Mhz PCI2.1 and 2.2
• Data Transfer: 132 Mbyte/s zero wait state bursting
• Agency Approval: CE approved, FCC Class B, EN50082-1, EN550022 Class B
• Ring Interface: 9-pin D-type (STP) RJ45 socket (UTP)
• Memory: 64 KB SRAM on-board
• Remote Booting: Optional BootROM
• IRQ Options: Configured by PCI or ACPI BIOS
• I/O options: Configured by PCI or ACPI BIOS
• Form Factor: Short format standard PCI adapter (as per PCI Local Bus Specification 2.2)
• Dimensions (PCB): 167mm x 64mm (6.6 x 2.5")
• Dimensions (bracket): 120mm x 18mm (4.7 x 0.7")
• Weight: 0.08 Kg (2.8 oz)
• MTBF (40oC): 950,000
• Temperature Range: 0 - 50°C
• Humidity Range: 10% - 90% RH non-condensing

Click on the link to download the MK4 PCI product datasheet 

Ordering Information

Smart MK4 PCI Single - Part No. 51-05
Smart MK4 PCI Low Profile Single - Part No. 53-05

For volume quantities please contact your sales representative.

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