Overview

The bridging converter will discard CRC errors, misaligned, runt, and under- oversized packets. When the packet has dribble bits at the end, the bridging converter will truncate to octet boundary and check for a good FCS before forwarding.

Network Topologies

Figure 6 illustrates a back-to-back topology using one AT-FS238a/x and one AT-FS238b/x Series Bridging Converters to interconnect two small networks of stackable hubs.

Network 1 has an AT-FS709FC connected to the 100Base-TX port on the AT-FS238a/x Series Bridging Converter.

Network 2 has an AT-8024 switch connected to the 10Base-T/100Base- TX port on the AT-FS238b/x Series Bridging Converter.

Network 1

Network 2

 

AT-8024

AT-FS709FC

AT-8024

 

AT-8024

AT-FS709FC

AT-FS238a/x

AT-FS709FC

AT-FS238b/x

 

Twisted Pair

Fiber Optic

Figure 6 Network Topology

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AT-FS238a/1, AT-FS238a/2, AT-FS238b/1, AT-FS238b/2 specifications

Allied Telesis is a renowned manufacturer specializing in networking solutions, and its AT-FS238 series of switches exemplifies the company's commitment to delivering high-quality networking hardware. The AT-FS238b/2, AT-FS238b/1, AT-FS238a/2, and AT-FS238a/1 are robust, cost-effective Ethernet switches that cater to various networking needs, including small to medium-sized enterprises and branch offices.

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