SMC Networks 100 manual Sample Applications, Collapsed Backbone

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NETWORK PLANNING

Sample Applications

The TigerSwitch 100 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 below.

Collapsed Backbone

The TigerSwitch 100 is an excellent choice for mixed Fast Ethernet installations where significant growth is expected in the near future. You can easily build on this basic configuration, adding direct full-duplex connections to workstations or servers. When the time comes for further expansion, just cascade the TigerSwitch to a Fast Ethernet hub or switch, add another TigerSwitch to the stack, or link to another workgroup using a Gigabit connection.

In the figure below, the TigerSwitch 100 is operating as a collapsed backbone for a small LAN. It is providing dedicated 200 Mbps full-duplex connections to workstations and servers.

Status

Activity

1

...	...
	...
Servers	Workstations
200 Mbps	200 Mbps
Full Duplex	Full Duplex

Figure 2-1. Collapsed Backbone

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Contents TigerSwitch Page TigerSwitch Installation Guide Trademarks Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Compliances FCC Class aEC Conformance Declaration Class a Industry Canada Class a Warnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische Sicherheit Safety ComplianceIii Underwriters Laboratories Compliance StatementWichtige Sicherheitshinweise Germany Table of Contents Making Network Connections Vii Viii Chapter About Tigerswitch OverviewSwitch Architecture Optional ModulesDescription of Hardware Management Options100BASE-FX VF-45 Ports Status LEDs Port and System LEDsNetwork Management Module Network Management ModuleSpanning Tree Protocol VLANsTraffic Priority Multicast SwitchingOptional Media Extender Modules Optional 100BASE-FX Module SMC6900FSCOptional 100BASE-FX Module SMC6900FSSC Optional 1000BASE-SX Module SMC6900GOptional 1000BASE-LX Module SMC6900GLSC Optional Redundant Power Unit SMCRPU150W Optional 1000BASE-T Module SMC6900GTOptional Stack Module SMC6900S Power Supply Receptacles 12. Power Supply ReceptaclesFeatures and Benefits ConnectivityExpandability Performance ManagementAbout the Tigerswitch About the Tigerswitch Introduction to Switching Chapter Network PlanningSample Applications Collapsed BackboneCentral Wiring Closet Central Wiring ClosetCollapsed Backbone Using Fiber Cable Remote Connections with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Making Vlan ConnectionsMaximum 1000BASE-T Optic Cable Distance Connectivity RulesMbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain Maximum 1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic Cable DistanceMaximum 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Cable Distance Maximum Network Diameter Using RepeatersMbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain SMC 3-2 Rule for Class II RepeatersCable Type Connecting Max. Distance Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable DistanceApplication Notes Network Planning Installing the Switch Selecting a SiteEquipment Checklist Package ContentsOptional Rack-Mounting Equipment Mounting Rack MountingAttaching the Brackets Desktop or Shelf Mounting Attaching the Adhesive FeetInstalling an Optional Module into the Switch Installing a Module StackingStacking the Switches Connecting to a Power Source Power ReceptacleInstalling the Switch Connecting Network Devices Chapter Making Network ConnectionsVF-45 Fiber Connections SC Fiber Connections Making SC Port Connections Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches 1000BASE-T Twisted-Pair ConnectionsCabling Guidelines Making Twisted-Pair Connections Wiring Closet Connections Wiring Closet ConnectionsMaking Network Connections Appendix a Troubleshooting Diagnosing Switch IndicatorsPower and Cooling Problems InstallationIn-Band Access Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix B CablesCables RJ-45 Port and Cable Assignments 1000BASE-T Pin AssignmentsCable Testing for Existing Category 5 Cable 1000BASE-T Cable RequirementsAdjusting Existing Category 5 Cabling Console Port Pin Assignments DB-9 Port Pin AssignmentsConsole Port to 9-Pin COM Port on PC Console Port to 25-Pin DCE Port on ModemConsole Port to 25-Pin DTE Port on PC Cables Appendix C Specifications Physical CharacteristicsPower Supply WeightTemperature Power ConsumptionSwitch Features Management Features Warranty StandardsCompliances Slide-in Module 100BASE-FX Extender Module1000BASE-SX Extender Module 1000BASE-LX Extender Module 1000BASE-T Extender ModuleConnector Interface Agent ModuleStack Module Appendix D Ordering Information Ordering Information 1000BASE-T GlossaryGlossary-1 Auto-NegotiationGlossary-2 Glossary-3 Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Glossary-6 Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol TCP/IPVirtual LAN Vlan Index Index-1Index-2 Index-3 See RPUIndex-4 Page Internet