Introduction to Networking for NonStop S-Series Servers

Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Network
Connections
Introduction to Networking for HP NonStop S-Series Servers—520670-005
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A Brief Look at OSI
Figure 8-1. OSI Reference Model
User
Applications
Session
Presentation
Application
Transport
Internetwork
Network
Data-Link
Media Access
Physical
System A
Synchronization and Coordination Services
Services to Applications, including
ACSE and ASEs
Format Translation
Reliable End-to-End Communication
Routing Across Networks and Subnetworks
Physical Link Management and Media Sharing
Electrical and Mechanical Connection
System B
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6
7
4
1
3
2
User
Applications
Session
Presentation
Application
Transport
Internetwork
Network
Data-Link
Media Access
Physical
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4
1
3
2
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