Network Topologies 3

3.1 Network Topologies

Switching technology allows extensive networks to be set up with numerous nodes and
simplifies network expansion.

Which topologies can be implemented?

Bus, ring, or star topologies can be implemented with the devices of the SCALANCE X-100
or SCALANCE X-200 product lines.

Bus Topology

Figure 3-1 Bus Topology, Example with SCALANCE X108
Industrial Ethernet SCALANCE X-100 and SCALANCE X-200 Product Line
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