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Token Ring Network Option
Token Ring is an alternative network architecture to Ethernet architecture. Token Ring
networks offer a high resistance to failure and are commonly used in large or high-
traffic network installations.
Token Ring networks operate by passing a network token around the electronic equiv-
alent of a ring. The token is a data packet that circulates from one network node to
another, controlling access to the network. In practice, each workstation is connected
to a port on one or more media attachment units (MAUs) which act as network hubs
for the ring connection.
This appendix describes the Token Ring option and Token Ring cable connections,
and refers you to the remaining configuration that’s required for printing to the
DocuColor 40 CP.
DocuColor 40 CP Token Ring option
DocuColor 40 CP supports Token Ring networks that use IPX and TCP/IP protocols.
To use the DocuColor 40 CP with a Token Ring network, the Token Ring option
must be installed. This option consists of an EFI Token Ring network interface card
installed in the DocuColor 40 CP chassis. DocuColor 40 CP system software supports
the Token Ring option.
Connecting Token Ring hardware
The service/support center that installs the DocuColor 40 CP usually installs the
Token Ring option at the same time, and configures the DocuColor 40 CP to enable
printing.
The Token Ring option uses the EFI Token Ring card. Software drivers for the card are
included in the DocuColor 40 CP system software.
Appendix A:
Token Ring
Network Option