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 adapter or the operating system driver. TLB provides both failover and balancing of transmit traffic across all adapters for increased performance. The NC3132 uses bus-mastering technology to maximize throughput and minimize CPU utilization. In addition, these same drivers can be used for all Compaq 10 or 100 Mbps NC series adapters.
Common drivers provide consistency, easy management, and support to save money and time.
The Network Fault Tolerance feature of the NC3132 ensures that the server can always keep an active link. Using either of the ports on the base adapter, the second port on the NC3132, or after installing a second compatible adapter, if the primary network connection fails, the second, backup adapter will automatically take over, retaining the network connection. The NC3132 can be configured to fail over to any NC31xx, NC61xx, or NC71xx adapter by using the latest drivers. The NC3132 includes PCI Hot Plug support that enables PCI networking controllers to be replaced or added to a PCI Hot Plug compatible server without powering down the system. The NC3132 plugs into the NC3134 or NC3131 Fast Ethernet adapters without requiring any tools.