Title :
Parallel channel token ring local area networks
Author :
Christensen, Kenneth J. ; Noel, Franc E.
Author_Institution :
IBM Corp., Research Triangle Park, NC, USA
Abstract :
A multichannel LAN based on a ring topology is proposed. This LAN, the multichannel token ring (MCTR), is designed to meet the demand for additional bandwidth while preserving, as much as possible, existing hardware and software. An emerging technology, wavelength division multiplexing (WDM), is reviewed as a candidate technology for implementing the multiple channels of the MCTR over a single fiber optic cable. When compared to single-channel LANs, the MCTR is shown to offer increased reliability, bandwidth scalability, and price-performance advantages
Keywords :
optical communication; token networks; wavelength division multiplexing; MCTR; WDM; emerging technology; multichannel LAN; multichannel token ring; price-performance advantages; ring topology; single fiber optic cable; wavelength division multiplexing; Bandwidth; Hardware; Local area networks; Network topology; Optical fiber LAN; Optical fiber cables; Optical fibers; Scalability; Token networks; Wavelength division multiplexing;
Conference_Titel :
Local Computer Networks, 1992. Proceedings., 17th Conference on
Conference_Location :
Minneapolis, MN
Print_ISBN :
0-8186-3095-7
DOI :
10.1109/LCN.1992.228135
