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Modes of Operation

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As recommended by ITU-T, the BAC class of procedure involves two combined stations operating in the Asynchronous Balanced Mode in either two-way alternate or two-way simultaneous (half-duplex or duplex) point-to-point configuration. Combined stations are characterized by the ability to send both commands and responses, receive both commands and responses, and provide for data link error recovery.

The protocol optionally provides the ability to use extended sequence numbering (modulus 128). Extended sequence numbering is selected by configuration options. Normal operation uses modulus 8 sequence numbering.

Data Rates

This protocol can be used at data rates up to 76.8k baud for 8-channel ACC multiplexer cards using the HP-PB standard backplane or128k baud for 8-channel cards installed in the EISA standard backplane. The HDLC LAP-B (ABM) Protocol product can also be used at higher rates for high-speed ACC multiplexer cards, such as the 2-Channel HP-PB, 8-Channel PCI, and the 4-channel T1/E1 products with 2.048M baud capability.

Unformatted Frame or "Pass-through" Mode

This mode is no longer available with the HDLC/LAP-B product.

The "Level 1" protocol can be used to provide this functionality. Refer to the Level 1- HDLC Framing Protocol User's Guide for details.

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