Two Vintage Novell NE/2 Micro Channel MCA Ethernet Network Cards For Sale

Two Vintage Novell NE/2 Micro Channel MCA Ethernet Network Cards
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Two Vintage Novell NE/2 Micro Channel MCA Ethernet Network Cards:
$100.00

Up for sale are two highly collectible, vintage Novell NE/2 Ethernet Network Interface Cardsutilizing the rare 16-bit Micro Channel Architecture (MCA) bus interface. These cards were designed specifically for IBM PS/2 computers (Models 50, 60, 70, 80, and up) and period-accurate MCA-based servers.They feature the iconic National Semiconductor DP8390DN controller chip alongside its authentic, original bright blue IBM-style toolless installation retention brackets.I am selling them together to save on shipping and hassle. I will pass the savings on to you with a reasonable price. Priced as 1 lot of 2 cards⚙️ Technical Specifications:
  • Bus Interface: 16-bit MCA (Micro Channel Architecture)
  • Rear Ports: 1x BNC (Coaxial Thinnet 10Base2) and 1x 15-pin AUI port
  • Chipset: National Semiconductor DP8390DN
  • PCB Markings: ASSY. 810-154-001 REV. F / BOARD 738-154-001 REV. F / NOVELL, INC. © 1988
🔍 Condition Note:
  • Cosmetic: Excellent vintage condition for both cards. The circuit boards are exceptionally clean with no corrosion, no leaking capacitors, and clean gold contact pins. All blue plastic retention clips/levers are fully intact and functional.
  • Testing: These card are being sold Untested / As-Is because I do not currently have an operational IBM PS/2 or MCA-compatible test bench setup to verify them. They were pulled from a legacy environment and have been safely stored.
📦 Shipping & Handling:
  • To ensure they arrive in the exact condition pictured, the cards will be carefully packed inside a premium anti-static ESD bag and securely padded inside a rigid shipping box.
  • Ships quickly with tracking included.
Perfect for retro-computing hobbyists, IBM PS/2 restorers, and vintage network hardware collectors. Please review the high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details before offerding or purchasing!
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