Network adapters

A network adapter represents a Layer 2 connection point. Two classes are common: Interfaces, such as Ethernet interfaces that connect routers to an Ethernet; and Ports, which connect interfaces to Layer 2 systems. An Ethernet connection to an Ethernet switch is an example of a Port.

Network adapter classes instantiated by the IP Manager identifies the network adapter classes that can be instantiated by the IP Manager.

Table 1. Network adapter classes instantiated by the IP Manager

Class	Available to	Description
Interface	All IP Manager products	A logical connection to a network; for example, an Ethernet interface that connects a router to an Ethernet.
VRInterface	All IP Manager products	An interface of a virtual router.
Port	All IP Manager products	A port to which an interface connects and gains access to a network; for example, an Ethernet port on an Ethernet switch.