3Com 5017C with load sharing, 5017C-LS Modular Design, Modular ONline Configuration

Modular Design

The ONline Concentrator's modular design lets you add different media modules (such as fiber, twisted pair, and coaxial) in any combination to connect different types of media segments. A possible configuration is shown in Figure 1-4. You can link segments of different protocols using Token Ring, FDDI, bridging and routing modules.

Every concentrator requires one Controller Module that controls communications between all modules. In addition, a Network Management Module provides sophisticated monitoring and control of the modules in the concentrator. As a rack-mounted unit, the ONline Concentrator can be connected to patch panels to simplify and manage your network cables.

Figure 1-4. Modular ONline Configuration

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