HP NC364T PCI Express Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter - Manual (Page 6)

Introduction 6
Introduction
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Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 6
UTP CAT5 cable ...................................................................................................................................... 6
LED indicators.......................................................................................................................................... 6
Overview
The HP NC364T PCI Express Quad Port Gigabit Server Adapter is a high-performance, low-profile,
Quad-Port PCI Express Ethernet adapter that delivers up to 1000 Mb/s Ethernet over twisted-pair (copper)
category 5 or better cabling. It is powered by an Intel 82571EB chipset. The NC364T adapter, which
ships with a standard-height chassis bracket and also includes a low-profile chassis bracket, has a fully
integrated controller capable of auto-negotiating a link at 10, 100, or 1000 Mb/s. Network connection
is made through the four RJ-45 connectors. LED indicators show the link speed and activity. See LED
indicators (on page 6 ) for details. The adapter is a supported option for selected HP ProLiant servers. The
adapter must be installed in a PCI Express slot.
For the latest functionality, features, and operating system support for this adapter, see the HP website
( http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/networking/index-nic.html ).
UTP CAT5 cable
The NC364T adapter can use existing UTP CAT5 (or better) cable to deliver Gigabit Ethernet over
copper, according to the IEEE 802.3ab specifications. For new installations, CAT5e (enhanced CAT5)
cable is recommended.
For troubleshooting and other information about cabling, see UTP Cable Specifications (on page
12 ).
LED indicators
The NC364T adapter has four auto-negotiating 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports. LED indicators show activity,
link and port speed. Standard-height and low-profile brackets are shown below with RJ-45 ports and LED
indicators.