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A5172A HPE 1-Port 100Mb/s 100Base-FX PCI Fiber Optic LAN Adapter

SKU:

A5172A

Weight: 3.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • Single port 100Mb/s 100Base-FX fiber optic network adapter
  • PCI interface for reliable connection to host systems
  • Supports full-duplex communication for improved throughput
  • Designed for fiber optic LAN environments
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$404.00
Product Overview

The A5172A - HPE 1 x Port 100Mb/s 100Base-FX PCI LAN Network Adapter serves as a fiber optic interface card designed to add or enhance fiber connectivity in systems via a PCI slot. It fits environments where fiber-based network connections are preferred, providing a stable 100Mb/s link mainly for LAN setups that need reliable optical data transmission over longer distances than copper.

General Information
Brand HPE
Technical Information
Product Type Network Interface Card
Data Rate (Speed) 10/100 Mbps
Data Center Bridging No
Number of Ports 1-Port
Bracket Height Full Height (Standard)
Connectivity & Physical
Form Factor Full Height
Cabling Type Fiber Optic (MMF)
Weight 3.00
Condition Refurbished
Miscellaneous
Assembly Required No


Product Description

The A5172A is a network adapter that provides a single fiber optic port operating at 100Mb/s using the 100Base-FX standard. It is typically found in network infrastructures requiring fiber connections to ensure stable and fast communication over extended distances.

Often deployed in enterprise or data center settings, this PCI LAN adapter is suited for IT professionals and network administrators seeking to upgrade or maintain fiber-based local area networks. Its fiber optic interface supports environments where electromagnetic interference could impact traditional copper connections.

Key Features

  • Provides a 100Mb/s fiber optic link via 100Base-FX
  • Uses PCI interface compatible with many server and workstation platforms
  • Enables full-duplex data transmission for enhanced network performance
  • Built to handle longer cable runs typical of fiber optics
  • Supports standard LAN protocols for easy integration

This adapter plays an important role in networking setups where fiber connectivity is necessary, delivering consistent and interference-resistant data transfer. Its performance and reliability are well suited for networking hardware that requires fiber links without compromising stability.


Use Cases

This network adapter is typically found in enterprise IT and data centers where fiber optic LANs are common. It benefits users who require secure, interference-resistant connectivity over extended cable lengths, such as in server farms or network backbone installations.

How It's Used:

  • Connecting servers in data centers to fiber optic networks for stable throughput
  • Expanding fiber LAN capabilities in enterprise network infrastructure
  • Enabling fiber links in rack-mounted systems requiring PCI network cards
  • Supporting full-duplex fiber communication in storage clusters
  • Providing network connectivity in environments sensitive to electromagnetic interference

By integrating this adapter, organizations can ensure consistent network performance and maintain reliable operational efficiency in fiber-based LANs. Its design suits scalable network architectures where fiber optic connections are essential to overall infrastructure stability.


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A5172A HPE 1-Port 100Mb/s 100Base-FX PCI Fiber Optic LAN Adapter
A5172A HPE 1-Port 100Mb/s 100Base-FX PCI Fiber Optic LAN Adapter
$404.00