CH A P T E R 1 Intel Express 550F Routing Switch

Software features

The switch offers the following features:

Intel Device View for Windows* 95, Windows* 98 and Windows NT* or Intel Device View for Web

Adaptive forwarding mode

Local Management via a direct terminal connection or via TEL-

NET

SNMP Management support

BOOTP and TFTP support

Control over user access rights

Creation of virtual LANs

Stand-alone (per switch or stack) or distributed (switch network)

VLAN

IP Multicast

RSVP

ToS (Type of Service)

IP Filtering

 

Front Panel

Introduction

The LEDs on the front panel show the status of the ports, so you

 

should position the switch with the front panel facing you. You can

 

also see which ports the cables are connected to on the switch.

View of the front panel

The front panel of the switch is shown below:

 

 

 

Slot A

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slot B

 

 

 

 

LEDs

Green

Orange

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

10 Mbps Half duplex

Intel Express

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solid

100 Mbps Full duplex

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

550F Routing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Port Status

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Status

Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LEDs

Green

Orange

Temperature

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Solid

Link

Disabled

Reset

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Blink

Activity

Collision

RPS

 

 

 

971126 Awaiting Drawing from EBZ

 

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

5

6

 

 

7

 

8

 

 

 

Console

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

TX

RX

 

 

 

9600-8-N-1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel 550F manual Front Panel, IP Multicast, ToS Type of Service IP Filtering, Front panel of the switch is shown below

550F specifications

The Intel 550F is a powerful and versatile processor designed for high-performance computing applications. As part of Intel's family of processors, the 550F is engineered to deliver exceptional processing power, energy efficiency, and advanced features that cater to a wide range of computing needs.

One of the standout features of the Intel 550F is its architecture. Built on Intel's cutting-edge technology, the processor utilizes the 10nm SuperFin process technology, allowing for better transistor performance and energy efficiency. This results in higher clock speeds while consuming less power, making it suitable for data centers and enterprise-level applications.

The Intel 550F boasts multiple cores and threads, which enable it to handle multitasking and parallel processing with ease. This is particularly beneficial for applications that require extensive computational power, such as scientific simulations, financial modeling, and artificial intelligence workloads. The processor's ability to support a large number of simultaneous threads enhances its overall performance, ensuring that users can run demanding applications without experiencing slowdowns.

Another notable feature of the Intel 550F is its support for Intel Turbo Boost Technology. This technology automatically increases the processor's clock speed during high-demand tasks, allowing for improved performance when needed. Coupled with Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, the processor can efficiently manage multiple tasks, enhancing productivity and responsiveness.

In terms of memory support, the Intel 550F is compatible with DDR4 memory, enabling faster data access and improved overall system performance. The processor also supports ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory, which is crucial for mission-critical applications that require high reliability and data integrity.

Security is another area where the Intel 550F excels. It features advanced security technologies such as Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), which provides a secure enclave for sensitive data and applications. This hardware-based security feature is essential for businesses concerned about data breaches and unauthorized access.

The Intel 550F is designed with scalability in mind, making it an ideal choice for servers and large-scale computing environments. Its thermal design power (TDP) is optimized to ensure efficient cooling solutions can be implemented, allowing systems to maintain performance under heavy workloads.

In summary, the Intel 550F stands out as a feature-rich processor that combines high performance, energy efficiency, and advanced security features. Its architecture, multitasking capabilities, memory support, and scalability make it an excellent choice for a wide range of computing applications, from enterprise-level solutions to high-performance computing environments. As technology continues to advance, the Intel 550F remains a solid option for those looking for reliability and performance.