In token ring networks, A LAM is a box with multiple interfaces to which new nodes (known as lobes) for the network can be attached. A LAM may have interfaces upto 20 lobes. Functionally a LAM is like a multi-station access unit (MAU), but with a larger capacity: 20 nodes as opposed to 8 nodes for MAU. The LAM interface may use either IBM connectors or RJ-45 Plugs.
A LAM's can be daisy chained and connected to a HUB, known as Controlled Access Unit (CAU) in token ring terminology. Each CAU can handle upto 4 LAM's for a total of 80 lobes.
