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This section describes various Endura network configurations that are scalable and allow you to structure the network for the current as well as
future application requirements. Since Endura is a system comprised of high bandwidth IP products, there are specific networking approaches
that must be observed.
• If Endura is going to be integrated into an existing network, the existing network must meet the requirements as listed in Endura Network
Design Considerations on page 8.
• The Endura Block design approach must be implemented to manage Endura network traffic efficiently.
There are two types of Endura network designs:
• Unmanaged
• Managed
UNMANAGED NETWORK CONFIGURATION
The unmanaged Endura network only supports viewing of live video. As shown in Figure 8, an unmanaged Endura network can include NET5301T
encoders and NET5301R decoders, a WS5050 Endura Workstation, VCD5000 video console display, and a switch. The unmanaged network can
support up to 16 cameras.
A unmanaged Endura network does not include the SM5000 system manager or NVR5100. In this case, there is no recording or security
functionality. The WS5050 provides limited system manager functionality and can only handle up to 16 cameras on a system. If the security
network application requires more than 16 cameras or an NVR5100, then the network must be designed as a managed network requiring a
SM5000 system manager.
Figure 8. Unmanaged Endura Network
Core Block The Core Block is functionally responsible for Network layer 3 tasks, authentication and security,
and interconnects the A and B blocks.
The Core Block is summarized as follows:
• There is only one Core Block for each Endura network.
• The Core Block provides authentication and security for Endura network.
• The Core Block is on its own VLAN.
• The Core Block includes the core layer 3 switch and any necessary subcore switches.
SM5000, redundant SM5000s,
and a layer 3 switch
C Block The C Block includes the entire block structure: A, B, and Core. Includes all networking
equipment
Table H. Endura Network Structures (Continued)
Entity Function Network Devices
ENCODER
LAYER 2 SWITCH
VCD
WS
DECODER