SMC Networks SMC6608T, SMC6608M manual Multiport Bridging, Multiple Port Bridging Connections

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Multiport Bridging

With 8 parallel bridging ports (i.e., 8 distinct collision domains), the TigerSwitch 100 can collapse a complex network down into a single efficient bridged node, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput.

In the figure below, the 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports on the TigerSwitch 100T (Model SMC6608T) are providing 100 Mbps connectivity for up to 16 segments through SMC’s TigerStack™ 100 hubs. In addition, the switch is also connecting servers at 200 Mbps.

Figure 2-2. Multiple Port Bridging Connections

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