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Chapter1 Overview
Network Configuration Examples
Figure1-1 High-Performance Workgroup (Gigabit-to-the-Desktop)
Server aggregation (Figure1-2)—You can use the switches to interconne ct groups of servers,
centralizing physical security and administration of your network. For high-spee d IP forwarding at
the distribution layer, connect the switches in the access layer to multilayer switches with routing
capability. The Gigabit interconnections minimize latency in the data flow.
QoS and policing on the switches provide preferential treatment for certain data streams, if required.
They segment traffic streams into different paths for processing. Security features on the switch
ensure rapid handling of packets.
Fault tolerance from the server racks to the core is achieved throug h dual homing of servers
connected to the switches, which have redundant Gigabit EtherChannels.
Using dual SFP module uplinks from the switches provides redundant uplinks to the network core.
Using SFP modules provides flexibility in media and distance options through fiber-optic
connections.
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