Computer network adaptor

Details Computer network adaptor Computer network adaptor

1997-10-10

2000-05-09

Maung, Zarni

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: multicomput

Network-to-computer interfacing

370463, G06F 300

Patent

active

06061742&

ABSTRACT:
A network adaptor having a first and second computer interface for connection to the administration and network interface of a computer is disclosed. The network adaptor further comprises a network interface for connecting the adaptor to a computer network. A processor forms part of the adaptor. The adaptor separates administration data from network data and exchanges administration data with the computer administration interface. Preferably, the computer network interface and the adaptor network interface comprise Ethernet interfaces. The administration interfaces are preferably serial ports. Preferably, the network adaptor has its own network identifier and offers network services such as a TCP/IP stack, and a higher level network service such as a TELNET, FTP or SNMP service. Adminstration data may be directed to the adminstration port by the service. The adaptor may also comprise environmental sensors and switches, which may monitor and control the operation of the attached computer. A method used by the adaptor is also disclosed.

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