HP J2165A is a legacy IEEE 802.5 Token Ring network adapter designed for HPE Workstation B132L systems. This refurbished card provides 16 Mbps token ring connectivity, typical of enterprise networks from the 1990s and early 2000s. Compatible with B132L workstations and similar HPE platforms of that generation, the J2165A supports standard token ring frame formats and integrates with existing ring-based network infrastructures. Primary use cases include maintaining or restoring legacy HP workstations in environments still operating token ring networks, or archival/compatibility testing. The card requires standard installation into an available ISA or PCI slot depending on the specific B132L revision. Assembly of mounting hardware may be required prior to installation.
This unit has been tested and guaranteed to function to specification. Available via quote through G5 Network Group.