NetComm NP2160 manual Extending a Network

Extending a Network

Ethernet specifications limit the length of cable between hubs and PCs to 100 meters for a total diameter of 200 meters. By adding Fast Ethernet switches between hubs, the network is expanded by 200 Mbps with the addition of each switch. The follow diagram illustrates a network of NetComm Switch.

Key:

1 = NetComm16-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ProSwitch

2 = 100 Mbps connection

3 = NetComm Fast Ethernet Switch

4 = PCs with 100 Mbps connection

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