Transition Networks SM24-100SFP-AH Application Examples, Collapsed Backbone, Network Planning

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2 Network Planning

Application Examples

The SM24-100SFP-AH is not only designed to segment your network, but also to provide a wide range of options in setting up network connections. Some typical applications are described in the following pages.

Collapsed Backbone

The SM24-100SFP-AH is an excellent choice for mixed Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet installations where significant growth is expected in the near future. In a basic stand-alone configuration, it can provide direct full-duplex connections to workstations or servers. When the time comes for further expansion, just connect to another switch using one of the SFP ports or a Gigabit Ethernet port on a plug-in SFP transceiver.

In the figure below, the switch is operating as a collapsed backbone for a small LAN. It is providing dedicated 100 Mbps full-duplex connections to workstations and 1000 Mbps full-duplex connections to power users and servers.

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Server	Workstation	Workstation	Workstation	Workstation
1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	100 Mbps
Full Duplex	Full Duplex	Full Duplex	Full Duplex	Full Duplex

Figure 2-1. Collapsed Backbone

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Contents SM24-100SFP-AH Page Fast Ethernet Switch SM24-100SFP-AH E082008-DT-R01 150200069500A Compliances and Safety Warnings LVD Warnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische Sicherheit IiiPower Cord Set France et Pérou uniquement Sein und die Aufschrift HAR oder Basec tragen End of Product Life Span Manufacturing MaterialsDocumentation ViiAbout This Guide ViiiContents Contents Switch Features Management Features Standards CompliancesTables Figure B-1 RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers FiguresIntroduction OverviewSwitch Architecture Description of HardwareNetwork Management Options SFP SlotsPort and System Status LEDs LEDSystem Status LED System Status LEDs Features and Benefits Power Supply SocketsConnectivity ExpandabilityManagement Introduction to Switching Network PlanningApplication Examples Collapsed BackboneNetwork Planning Network Aggregation Plan Network Aggregation PlanRemote Connection with Fiber Cable Remote Connection with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Making Vlan ConnectionsApplication Notes Installing the Switch Equipment ChecklistPackage Contents Selecting a SiteInstalling the Switch MountingOptional Rack-Mounting Equipment Rack MountingDesktop or Shelf Mounting MountingInstalling an Optional SFP Transceiver Inserting an SFP Transceiver into a SlotConnecting to a Power Source Connecting to the Console PortWiring Map for Serial Cable Sgnd signal groundConnecting Network Devices Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and SwitchesMaking Network Connections Twisted-Pair DevicesNetwork Wiring Connections Making Network ConnectionsFiber Optic SFP Devices Making Fiber Port ConnectionsConnectivity Rules 1000BASE-T Cable RequirementsMbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Ethernet Collision DomainCable Labeling and Connection Records Appendix a Troubleshooting Diagnosing Switch IndicatorsDiagnosing Power Problems with the LEDs Power and Cooling Problems InstallationIn-Band Access TroubleshootingAppendix B Cables Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments Straight-Through Wiring Crossover WiringCables 1000BASE-T Pin Assignments Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments BCable Testing for Existing Category 5 Cable Appendix C Supported SFP Transceivers Supported SFP Transceivers Appendix D Specifications Physical CharacteristicsSwitch Features Management FeaturesSpecifications Standards CompliancesStandards D Specifications Glossary Glossary-1Glossary Glossary-2Ieee 802.3u Glossary-3TIA Glossary-4Index Index-1Index Index-2Page SM24-100SFP-AH E082008-DT-R01 150200069500A