Description
Intel 687231-004 PCI 10/100 Network Card i960 Chipset RJ45 Parallel Port NIC
The Intel 687231-004 is a PCI bus network interface card built around Intel's i960 embedded processor/controller. It provides 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connectivity via an RJ45 port and also includes a parallel port (DB25) on the bracket. The i960 offloads network processing from the host CPU, a design approach Intel used in server-class and high-performance workstation networking products of the era.
Specifications & What's Included
- Part Number: 687231-004
- Interface: PCI bus
- Network Speed: 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
- Chipset: Intel i960 embedded controller
- Ports: 1× RJ45 (Ethernet), 1× DB25 Parallel port on bracket
- Form Factor: Full-height PCI card
- Certifications: UL Listed (E139761), FCC Part 15 Class A (N 232)
- Included: Card only — no cables, drivers, or documentation
Applications
The Intel i960-based network cards were designed for PCI-slot desktop computers, workstations, and servers requiring dedicated network processing during the mid-to-late 1990s. The i960 processor is an embedded RISC controller Intel developed originally for embedded and I/O applications; its use on a NIC offloads TCP/IP processing and reduces CPU overhead, making these cards popular in server environments of that era. The parallel port on the bracket was a common addition in that period, consolidating I/O on a single expansion slot. Today these cards are primarily sought by collectors of vintage Intel hardware, legacy system maintainers, and hobbyists working with period-correct PCI systems from the Windows 95/98/NT era.
This Intel 687231-004 PCI 10/100 Network Card with i960 chipset has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The card shows normal light wear consistent with prior installation in a system. The PCB, edge connector, RJ45 port, and parallel port all appear intact with no visible damage. Please review our photos and contact us with any questions before purchasing.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Intel |
Model: |
687231-004 |
MPN: |
687231-004 |
Type: |
PCI 10/100 Network Interface Card (NIC) |
SKU: |
17117 |
Chipset: |
Intel i960 |
Interface: |
PCI |
Network Speed: |
10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) |
Connector Type: |
RJ45, Parallel Port (DB25) |
Number of Ports: |
1x RJ45, 1x Parallel |
Form Factor: |
PCI Card |
Seller Notes: |
Card only — no cables or brackets included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Compatible With: |
PCI-slot desktop/server systems (IBM PC compatible) |
Standards: |
FCC Part 15 Class A; UL Listed (E139761) |
Condition Notes: |
This Intel 687231-004 PCI 10/100 NIC with i960 chipset is in good used condition with light wear from prior installation. PCB, edge connector, RJ45, and parallel port appear intact. Please contact us with any questions. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |