Introduction to Networking for NonStop S-Series Servers

Communications Product Concepts and
Components
Introduction to Networking for HP NonStop S-Series Servers—520670-005
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ServerNet Adapters
Figure 2-8 shows a simplified block diagram of a ServerNet adapter.
Figure 2-8. Block Diagram of a ServerNet Adapter
ServerNet Interface
Packet Buffers
Packetizer
Depacketizer
Bus Interface
ServerNet Addressable Controller (SAC)
External Bus (Example: SCSI Bus)
ServerNet Link (X or Y Fabric)
ServerNet Adapter
ServerNet Bus
Interface (SBI)
32-Bit Internal Bus
(Example: Motorola 68030 Bus)
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