10-base-2 connectors (was Re: Microvaxen bits etc.)

From: Eric Smith <eric_at_brouhaha.com>
Date: Fri Oct 30 16:09:02 1998

I foolishly wrote:
> So that the connector would actually fit on the handle or bracket of
> cards mounted on tight spacing. F connectors are huge.

Allison replied:
> We talking about the same connector? F is the same one used to TV RF.
> Likely that's why they didn't use it (confuse 'net with video).

You're right of course, I was thinking of the PL-259 and SO-239
UHF connectors. Sorry.

PCI and ISA cards with F connectors (for purposes other than Ethernet) are
not uncommon; for instance, TV and FM tuner cards.

Eric
Received on Fri Oct 30 1998 - 16:09:02 GMT