3.Network Application
This section provides a few samples of network topology in which the Switch is used. In general, the Micro-Switch/24 Desktop Fast Ethernet Switch is designed as a segment switch. That is, with its large address table (4K MAC address) and high performance, it is ideal for interconnecting networking segments.
You can also use the Micro-Switch/24 to connect PCs, workstations, and servers to each other by connecting these devices directly to the Switch. The switch automatically learns node addresses, which are subsequently used to filter and forward all traffic based on the destination address. The Switch can connect with another switch or hub to interconnect each of your small, switched workgroups to form a larger switched network.
Small Workgroup 
The Micro-Switch/24 can be used as a standalone switch to which personal computers, servers, and printer servers are directly connected to form a small workgroup.
Figure 3-1. Small Workgroup Application
