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NAS - Network-Attached Storage
A task-optimized storage device directly attached to a network that operates independently of the general-purpose file servers.
NDCLA
Non-disruptive code load activation
NEBS - Network Equipment Building System
A set of standards that is designed to ensure that network and telecommunications equipment operates reliably in adverse environmental conditions, will not negatively affect other equipment, and will not harm personnel.
NEP
Network equipment provider
Networking
Discuss blade system LAN connectivity.
NIC - Network Interface Card
A printed circuit board that plugs into a personal computer, server, or workstation. It controls the exchange of data over a network and provides the electronic functions for the data-link protocol or access method, such as token ring or Ethernet.
NIM - Network Installation Manager
An environment that provides installation and configuration of software within a network interface.
NOS - Network Operating System
A computer operating system designed to support a network of workstations. It provides peripheral, application and database sharing across the network. Common NOSs are Windows NT / 2000, Novell NetWare and Linux.
NTP - Network Time Protocol
A clock synchronization protocol commonly used on an internet.
NVRAM - Nonvolatile Random-Access Memory
Random access memory (storage) that retains its contents after the electrical power to the machine is shut off.

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