(Ethernet I/O) An Ethernet-based network that contains three types of devices:

  • local rack

  • X80 remote drop (using a BM•CRA312•0 adapter module), or a BMENOS0300 network option switch module

  • ConneXium extended dual-ring switch (DRS)

NOTE: Distributed equipment may also participate in an Ethernet I/O network via connection to DRSs or the service port of X80 remote modules.