SMC Networks SMC6724L2 manual Remote Connections with Fiber Cable, Making Vlan Connections

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NETWORK PLANNING

Remote Connections with Fiber Cable

Fiber optic technology allows for longer cabling than any other media type (up to 550 meters for 1 Gbps fiber). The TigerSwitch can serve as a collapsed backbone, providing direct connectivity for a widespread LAN. The Gigabit module can be used for a high-speed connection between floors in the same building, or to connect to other buildings in a campus setting. The figure below illustrates a TigerSwitch connecting multiple segments with fiber cable.

Figure 2-2. Collapsed Backbone Using Fiber Cable

Making VLAN Connections

VLANs can be based on port groups, or each data frame can be explicitly tagged to identify the VLAN group it belongs to. When using port-based VLANs, ports can either be assigned to any number of groups. Port-based VLANs are suitable for small networks. A single switch can be easily configured to support several VLAN groups for various organizational entities (such as Finance and Marketing).

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Contents TigerSwitch 10/100 Page TigerSwitch 10/100 Installation Guide Trademarks Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Compliances FCC Class aEC Conformance Declaration Class a Industry Canada Class a Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Safety ComplianceIii Warnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische SicherheitWichtige Sicherheitshinweise Germany Table of Contents Installing the Switch TroubleshootingMaking Network Connections Vii Viii Overview Chapter About Tigerswitch 10/100Management Options Switch Architecture10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ports SMC6724L2 Description of HardwarePort and System LEDs Status LEDsSpanning Tree Protocol Switch ManagementMulticast Switching VLANsTraffic Priority Power Supply Receptacle Optional Media Extender ModuleOptional 1000BASE-SX Module SMC6724L2GSSC Features and Benefits ConnectivityExpandability Management Performance About the Tigerswitch 10/100 Chapter Network Planning Introduction to SwitchingCollapsed Backbone Sample ApplicationsMaking Vlan Connections Remote Connections with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Connectivity Rules Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision DomainMbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain SMC 5-4-3 Rule Maximum Network Diameter Using RepeatersMbps Ethernet Collision Domain Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable DistanceApplication Notes Network Planning Selecting a Site Installing the SwitchEquipment Checklist Package ContentsOptional Rack-Mounting Equipment Rack Mounting MountingAttaching the Brackets Attaching the Adhesive Feet Desktop or Shelf MountingPower Receptacle Connecting to a Power SourceCabling Guidelines Connecting Network DevicesChapter Making Network Connections Twisted-Pair DevicesCrossover/Straight-Through Wiring Requirement Making Twisted-Pair Connections Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and SwitchesWiring Closet Connections Wiring Closet ConnectionsFiber Optic Devices Making SC Port Connections Diagnosing Switch Indicators Appendix a TroubleshootingPower and Cooling Problems InstallationIn-Band Access Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Appendix B Cables SpecificationsTwisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments Figure B-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments Straight-Through WiringCrossover Wiring Figure B-2. DB-9 Console Port Pin Numbers Console Port Pin AssignmentsDB-9 Port Pin Assignments Console Port to 9-Pin COM Port on PCConsole Port to 25-Pin DCE Port on Modem Console Port to 25-Pin DTE Port on PC Cables Physical Characteristics Appendix C SpecificationsPower Consumption WeightTemperature Power SupplySwitch Features Management Features Warranty StandardsCompliances Standards Slide-in Module1000BASE-SX Extender Module ModelAppendix D Ordering Information Ordering Information Bandwidth GlossaryGlossary-1 Auto-NegotiationGlossary-2 Glossary-3 Glossary-4 Network Diameter RJ-45 ConnectorSwitched Ports Glossary-5Glossary-6 Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 Index-4 Page Internet