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Compaq NC7770 PCI-X Gigabit Server Adapter
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Compaq NC7770 PCI-X Gigabit Server Adapter
244948-B21
The Compaq NC7770 PCI-X Gigabit Server Adapter is the first in a new generation of networking solutions to combine Gigabit Ethernet speed with PCI-X
bus technology. The NC7770 is a single port copper Gigabit server adapter that runs over Category 5 (or better) twisted-pair cabling. Along with all the
advanced features that ProLiant customers have come to expect, the NC7770 includes support for Jumbo Frames, Wake on LAN (WOL), Dual Address
Cycles (DAC), and Pre-Boot Execution environment (PXE).
Fast Ethernet Server Adapters:
NC3123 PCI, 10/100 WOL
174830-B21
NC3134: Fast Ethernet NIC 64 PCI Dual Base 10/100
138603-B21
PCI Gigabit Server Adapters and Upgrade Modules:
NC7131 Gigabit Server Adapter PCI, 64/66, 10/100/1000-T
158575-B21
NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter PCI, 64/66, 1000-SX
203539-B21
NC6132 1000 SX Upgrade Module
338456-B23
NC6133 1000 LX Upgrade Module
338456-B24
NC7132 10/100/1000-T Upgrade Module
153543-B21
Overview
The NC7770 supports 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet speeds as well as a PCI-X 64-bit/133MHz data path, backwards compatible with existing PCI bus
architectures. This range of features enables Compaq customers to protect their current hardware investment while also future-proofing their ProLiant
servers for the inevitable increase in networking throughput. Additionally, the NC7770 ships with support for PCI Hot Plug, Network Fault Tolerance, Load
Balancing, Jumbo Frames, and various offload capabilities that improve performance. These improvements in speed and throughput come at a cost-
effective price for environments using Category 5 (or better) twisted-pair cabling.
PERFORMANCE
Gigabit Ethernet Throughput
Up to 1000Mbps Ethernet transfer rate delivers outstanding network performance that improves response time and removes bottlenecks across the entire
network.
PCI-X Data Path
Compaq was an early champion of PCI-X bus technology and has played a key role in the development and industry adoption of the PCI-X specification.
The NC7770 is Compaq’s first server adapter to feature a PCI-X 64-bit/133MHz data path, which yields faster transmissions with lower CPU utilization.
Load Balancing
Transmit Load Balancing (TLB) and Switch-Assisted Load Balancing (SLB) are two advanced features used to build a bigger pipe for improved networking
bandwidth. These port bonding techniques enable users to install up to eight NC7770 adapters in a ProLiant server and aggregate their throughput up to
a maximum of 16Gigabits per second full-duplex transmissions.
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Compaq NC7770 PCI-X Gigabit Server Adapter
SPECIFICATIONS
Compliance
IEEE 802.3i, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3ab, 802.3ad (static configuration mode only), 802.1p
PCI-X 1.0
PCI 2.2
ACPI v1.1a
General Specifications
Communications Processor
Broadcom 5701(h)
10/100/1000 Mbps, Half- and full-duplex
On-board memory
Data path
96KB
64-bit/133MHz, compatible with 64/100, 64/66, 64/33 and 32/33
Interrupt levels
Bus architecture
Connector
INTA
PCI-X bus-mastering, compatible with existing PCI bus architectures
RJ-45
Distance
Up to 328 feet/100 metres
Category 5 or higher UTP
6.6 x 2.5 in/16.5 x 6.4 cm
Wiring
Dimensions (LxW)
Power and Environmental
Specifications
Operating
Temperature
Humidity
32° to 131°F/0° to 55°C
10% to 95% non-condensing
–40° to 85°F/–40° to 185°C
5% to 95%
Non-operating
Temperature
Humidity
Power requirement
2A @ 5V max
Emissions standards
Safety compliance
FCC Class B, VCCI Class B, BSMI Class A, CISPR 22 Class B,
EN60950, EN 55022 Class B, EN55024, UL, Canada UL, CES-003
Class B
CE Mark
Operating System Support
Windows 2000
Windows NT 4.0
Linux, Red Hat, Caldera, and SuSE distributions
Novell NetWare 4.x, 5.x, 6.x Server
Caldera UnixWare 7
Caldera OpenUnix 8
Caldera OpenServer 5
MS-DOS Client for unattended installation
Kit Contents
NC7770 PCI-X Gigabit Server Adapter
CD containing Drivers, User Guide, and Installation and Diagnostic Utilities
Quick Install Card
Product Quality Statement
Product Warranty Statement
Note: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. For details, consult the Product Information Centre at
1-888-88-COMPAQ.
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Warranty
Maximum: The remaining warranty of the Compaq product in which it is installed (to a maximum three-year, limited warranty).
Minimum: One year limited warranty.
Note: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. For details, consult the Product Information Centre at 1-888-88-COMPAQ.
See Internet address http://www.compaq.ca/ for overall information on Compaq Computer Corporation. For further information on Compaq products,
contact Compaq Sales at 1-800-544-5255 or the Compaq Technical Support Centre (post sales) at 1-800-386-2172. For customer support and
information about Compaq and its products, call 1-800-OK-COMPAQ.
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