Compaq NC3132
Fast Ethernet Module
QUICKSPECS
MODELS
OVERVIEW
The Compaq NC3132 Fast Ethernet Module provides two additional 10/100Base-TX ports for the NC3131 Fast
Ethernet NIC. The upgrade module provides a scalable transition path from Ethernet to Fast Ethernet to Bonded Fast
Ethernet.
The NC3132 contributes additional redundancy and bandwidth to the server without having to change the NIC or the
operating system driver.
Compaq NC3132
Fast Ethernet Module
Dual 10/100 Upgrade for the
NC3131
338456-B22
EASE OF USE
With this Fast Ethernet upgrade
module and Gigabit upgrade
modules for the NC3131,
Compaq is the first to introduce
an industry-standard, scalable
transition path from Ethernet to
Fast Ethernet to Bonded Fast
Ethernet to Gigabit.
Plug and Play
The NC3132 plugs into the NC3131 Fast Ethernet NIC without requiring any tools. Fully compliant with the 2.1 PCI
specification, the NC3132 upgrade module automatically configures its I/O address and interrupt settings for easy
installation.
Extensive Driver Support
The NC3132 uses the same operating system drivers as the NC3131 and no driver change is required when moving
from 10 to 100 Mbps. In addition, these same drivers can be used for all Compaq Intel-based 10 or 100 Mbps NICs.
Common drivers provide consistency, easy management, and support to save money and time.
Other upgrade modules for
the NC3131
Auto-negotiation
The NC3132 senses for 10 or 100 Mbps and half or full duplex and automatically configures to the highest network
connection speed between the NIC and hub or switch port.
Gigabit:
· NC6132: 1000 SX
Upgrade Module
PERFORMANCE
64-Bit Bus
Compaq Fast Ethernet NIC
Family
The NC3132 uses the NC3131 base card connector which is a 32/64-bit PCI Universal Connector for operation in 32-
or 64-bit PCI slots.
· NC3120: 10/100 TX
PCI UTP
Port Bonding
The NC3132 supports Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB) and Cisco’s Fast EtherChannel (FEC). ALB provides both
failover support and balances transmit traffic across NICs for increased performance. For even higher performance,
Cisco’s Fast EtherChannel provides port failover and balances transmit and receive traffic across NICs.
· NC3121: PCI, 10/100
WOL
· NC3122: PCI Dual
10/100
Bus-mastering
· NC3131: 64 PCI Dual
The NC3132 uses bus-mastering technology to maximize throughput and minimize CPU utilization.
Base 10/100
SECURITY/RELIABILITY
Network Fault Tolerance (NFT)
This feature enables the NIC to keep an active link if a switch or hub link fails, by automatically switching to a backup
NIC.
PCI Hot Plug
The NC3132 includes PCI Hot Plug support that enables PCI networking controllers to be replaced or added to a
server without powering down the system. This feature provides increased system availability and non-stop
serviceability in business-critical computing environments.
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty1
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Fast Ethernet Module
QUICKSPECS
SPECIFICATIONS (continued)
Kit Contents
NIC hardware upgrade module
Loop back cable
CD ROM software
Reference guide
Read This First card
Quick Install Guide
Product warranty statement
Software Feature Support by Operating System
Feature
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Fast Ethernet Module
QUICKSPECS
COMPATIBILITY
Workstations
Compaq Professional Workstation 6000
Compaq Professional Workstation 5100
Compaq Professional Workstation SP700
Servers
Compaq ProLiant 400
Compaq ProLiant 800 6/350E, 6/400, 6/450 MHz
Compaq ProLiant 1600 (100 MHz)
Compaq ProLiant 1600R (100 MHz)
Compaq ProLiant 1850R
Compaq ProLiant 3000 6/450
Compaq ProLiant 3000R 6/450
Compaq ProLiant 5500 Xeon
Compaq ProLiant 5500R Xeon
Compaq ProLiant 6000 Xeon
Compaq ProLiant 6500 Xeon
Compaq ProLiant 7000 Xeon
Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact 1-800-OK-COMPAQ for details.
For further information on Compaq networking products, contact Compaq Networks and Access Communications Division Sales at 1-800-
544-5255 or the Compaq Networking Technical Support Center (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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