Gemini Express Star Hub
for IBM i5, iSeries AS/400 and S/3X

PLEASE NOTE:  This is a discontinued product and is no longer available newly manufactured. Please contact us regarding availability on a refurbished basis. Call us at 800-597-2525 for more information or

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We have the IBM 7299 Active Star Hub available.  It is the IBM private label version of the Gemini Express that was manufactured for IBM.  Click here for information on the 7299.
 

Intelligent 5250 Express Mode
Star Hubs for i5, iSeries AS/400 and S/3X
For Category 5 Cable Installations

Image:  Decision Data / NLynx Gemini Express Active Star Hub

  • Proven interoperability with 5250 compatibles
  • Standards-based 5250 “Star” hub distribution allows greater flexibility for adds, moves, and changes
  • High reliability digital design
  • Supports new IBM 5250 Express protocol - up to 400% throughput enhancement
  • Uses LAN cabling system - simple migration
  • IBM AS/400™ Advanced Series compatible
  • Advanced noise filtering and signal conditioning allows the use of poorer grade cabling systems
  • Automatic data rate detection
  • Polarity insensitive as long as host and device polarities are the same.
  • Protocol transparent design ensures future 5250 compatibility
  • Meets or exceeds EIA/TIA wiring recommendations

NLynx continues to show its design leadership and commitment to the iSeries and AS/400 customers with the Gemini Express Dual Active Star Hub.

The Gemini Express (Hub) fully supports both the standard and express line speed (2Mbps) and throughput performance increases (up to 4 times faster!) available on the latest IBM iSeries AS/400e products.

The Gemini Express Star Hub transparently supports ALL features and performance gains available on the newer IBM AS/400e Advanced Series Controllers and 5250 Emulation adapters, such as TCP/IP over 5250.

The Gemini Express Hub has 2 Host Ports supporting 14 Device Ports available with either R-J11 or RJ-45 connectors. Other features include Advanced Noise Filtering, LED Port Diagnostics, Configurable UTP Pin Assignments, and a Field Replaceable wide-ranging Power Supply.

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ITEM NO.

DESCRIPTION

PURCHASE

NLY-GEMEXP45

Nlynx Gemini Express Mode Active Star Hub Two Host Ports - 14 Device Ports RJ45 - Pins 4 & 5
(Nlynx P/N 301-2305-02)

$ 529.00

NLY-GEMEXPBNDL

Nlynx Gemini Express Mode Active Star Hub as above with 16 RJ45 Baluns
(Nlynx P/N 301-2305-021)

$ 849.00

Specifications

Gemini Express Hub

  • Host Ports/Device Ports: 2/14
  • Data Rate: ALL IBM 5250 protocol rates
  • Nominal input impedance: 100 ohms
  • Interface: RJ11 or RJ45
  • Active Pair: Configurable

Distances

  • Controller to GEMINI Hub: Up to 2000 ft.
  • GEMINI Hub to Device: Up to 2200 ft.
  • Diagnostic LED’s Power, host / device port activity & mode.

Power

  • 100-240 VAC to +5VDC external power supply

Temperature

  • Operating: 0 to 40 C
  • Storage: 0 to 85 C
  • Humidity: 95% non-condensing

Dimensions

  • 19" X 8.75" X 1.75" (1U)

 

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Ordering Information

Part No.

Description

301-2305-01 Express star with RJ11 ports
301-2305-02 Express star with RJ45 ports
301-2305-021 Gemini Express Active Hub, 2 ports, RJ45 and 16 baluns

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