with any other segments (ports). This allows the total network capacity to be multiplied, while still maintaining the same network cabling and adapter cards.
For Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet networks, a switch is an effective way of eliminating problems of chaining hubs beyond the “two-repeater limit.” A switch can be used to split parts of the network into different collision domains, for example, making it possible to expand your Fast Ethernet network beyond the 205-meter network diameter limit for 100BASE-TX networks. Switches supporting both traditional 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are also ideal for bridging between existing 10Mbps networks and new 100Mbps networks.
Switching LAN technology is a marked improvement over the previous generation of network bridges, which were characterized by higher latencies. Routers have also been used to segment local area networks, but the cost of a router and the setup and maintenance required make routers relatively impractical. Today’s switches are an ideal solution to most kinds of local area network congestion problems.
Switch Description
The DGS-1008D Switch module is equipped with eight ports providing dedicated 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps bandwidth. These ports can be used for connecting PCs, servers, and hubs. The eight multi-speed ports use standard twisted pair cabling and are ideal for segmenting networks into small, connected subnets. Each port can support up to 2000 Mbps of throughput in full-duplex mode. This stand-alone Switch enables the network to use some of the most demanding multimedia and imaging applications concurrently with other user applications without creating bottlenecks.
Features
The DGS-1008D 8-Port 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Switch was designed for easy installation and high performance in an environment where traffic on the network and the number of users increase continuously.
•Eight (8) 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet ports
•Cable Diagnostic function at Switch boot
•Supports Auto-Negotiation for 10/100/1000Mbps and duplex mode
•Supports Auto-MDIX for each port
•Support Full/Half duplex transfer mode for 10 and 100Mbps
•Support Full duplex transfer mode for 1000Mbps
•Full wire speed reception and transmission
•Store-and-Forward switching method
•Supports 4K absolute MAC addresses
•Supports 1M Bits RAM for data buffering
•Extensive front-panel diagnostic LEDs
•IEEE 802.3x flow control for full-duplex
•Back pressure flow control for half-duplex
