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theoretical throughput over 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and a
one hundred-fold increase over 10Mbps Ethernet. Since it is
compatible with all 10Mbps and 100Mbps Ethernet
environments, Gigabit Ethernet provides a straightforward
upgrade without wasting a company’s existing investment in
hardware, software, and trained personnel.
Front Panel The front panel of the Switch consists of LED indicators, an
RS-232 communication port, two GBIC-based Gigabit
Ethernet ports, and six 1000BASE-SX ports.
Figure 1-1. Front panel view of the Switch
• Comprehensive LED indicators display the status of
the switch and the network (see the LED Indicators
section below).
• An RS-232 DCE console port for setting up and
managing the switch via a connection to a console
terminal or PC using a terminal emulation program.
• Six Gigabit Ethernet ports (1000BASE-SX).
• Two GBIC-based Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Rear Panel The rear panel of the Switch consists of a slot for the
optional Redundant Power Supply and an AC power
connector.
Figure 1-2. Rear panel view of the Switch