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>We've acquired 2 AS400's, and each have a token ring card. > >So what's the problem you may ask... >Well, we don't use token ring (don't even have a LAN yet..). > >So I'd like to know what is the minimum cost method of linking these two >beasts together. Someone said I'd need a HUB, but didn't specify what type >(and the catalogues have all sorts - with prices to match <g> ). > > >Thanks, > >Stephen Hunt Unless I'm overlooking something, I think you could simply plug those 2 big square Token Ring connectors together, configure the lines, and away you go! You can even get a Token Ring to Token Ring cable as an extension if they're more than 10' apart. Of course, if you even -think- about adding a 3rd device, you'll need a hub of some sort. --Paul E Musselman PaulMmn@ix.netcom.com +--- | This is the Midrange System Mailing List! | To submit a new message, send your mail to MIDRANGE-L@midrange.com. | To unsubscribe from this list send email to MIDRANGE-L-UNSUB@midrange.com. | Questions should be directed to the list owner/operator: david@midrange.com +---
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