[comp.dcom.lans] 2 port multi-port

urbach@ntmtv.UUCP (Steve Urbach) (04/09/90)

From article <2208@xyzzy.UUCP>, by waugh@dg-rtp.dg.com (Matthew Waugh):
> Has anybody ever seen a 2-port multi-port? Note that we're not
> 
> What we'd like is a small, reasonably portable box with one 15 pin
> input, suitable for attaching a transceiver drop cable, and two
> 15 pin outputs suitable for connecting to machines. Much like
> the 8-port multi-ports which are less portable. The 2-port could
> need external power, but it would be better if it didn't (although
> I suspect that it will be required).
> Matthew Waugh			waugh@dg-rtp.dg.com
> RTP Network Services 		{world}!mcnc!rti!dg-rtp!waugh


There is a four port version that meets your requirements.
It is self contained, gets its power from the host port(s)
It has 'traffic'and power status LED's.
It WORKS (i have used one).

gci 420  about $540

Try the Sales critter at:
Garrett Communications

(408) 980-9752
Fax (408) 980-1654

BTW they have thick/thin/fiber  repeaters and other goodies
for doing ethernet interconnection.

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