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- In Stock: 1
- Manufacturer: Cabletron
- Model or Part: BRIM-F6
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 22.00lb
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Overview
The Cabletron BRIM-F6 is a high performance FDDI Bridge-Router WAN module designed for integration into systems that require reliable fiber distributed data interface (FDDI) connectivity. With two FPIM (Fiber Port Interface Module) slots, this module provides flexible expansion and robust data handling for enterprise and campus networks. It combines the routing capabilities of a bridge with the speed and redundancy of FDDI, delivering seamless communication across multiple network segments.
Key Features
- Dual FPIM slots support up to two FDDI connections for redundant paths
- Integrated bridge and router functions simplify network design
- Supports 100 megabit per second FDDI token ring speeds
- Auto-negotiation of line rates and automatic topology detection
- Low latency processing for real time applications
- Compact form factor fits standard chassis slots
Technical Specifications
- Model number: BRIM-F6
- Manufacturer: Cabletron
- Interface: 2 FPIM slots, each supporting 100 mbps FDDI
- Operating temperature: 0 to 70 deg C
- Power consumption: 45 watts maximum
- Dimensions: 1.75 in (height) x 10.5 in (width) x 12.0 in (depth)
- Supported protocols: IEEE 802.5, IP, IPX, AppleTalk
- Management: SNMP v1/v2c, CLI, web based interface
Applications
The BRIM-F6 is ideal for organizations that need high availability and fast data transfer across campus backbones, data center interconnects, and large office environments. It is commonly used in:
- Enterprise LAN extensions that require FDDI redundancy
- University campus networks linking multiple buildings
- Financial institutions needing low latency transaction processing
- Research facilities with high bandwidth data collection
- Industrial control networks that rely on deterministic communication
By delivering reliable FDDI performance in a compact module, the Cabletron BRIM-F6 helps simplify network architecture while ensuring continuous, high speed connectivity for critical applications.