Nortel Networks 207344-B manual Chapter Planning a Network with EtherSpeedII Switch Modules

Chapter 2

Planning a Network with

EtherSpeedII Switch Modules

Installing the EtherSpeedII 10/100BASE-T or EtherSpeedII 100BASE-FX switch modules in a network can significantly improve LAN performance. This chapter provides information to help you plan a network that uses either or both of these modules. The chapter includes the following topics:

•Connecting the EtherSpeedII Switch Modules to Ethernet hubs and network devices (this page)

•Typical network configuration examples (page 2-2)

•Factory-set and predefined configurations (page 2-10)

Note: Follow the basic guidelines in Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” and Appendix B, “Cables and Connectors,” when you plan a network using EtherSpeedII switch modules.

Connecting the EtherSpeedII Switch Modules to Ethernet Hubs and Network Devices

This section provides information on connecting EtherSpeedII switch modules to Ethernet hubs and network devices.

EtherSpeedII 10/100BASE-T Switch Module

You connect the ports of the EtherSpeedII 10/100BASE-T switch module to the front panel, wired as MDI-X connections. This wiring allows you to use a straight-through cable between the switch module and the patch panel.

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