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Getting to Know Your Switch

This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of the switch.

1.1 Introduction

The GS-3012 and GS-3012F are layer 2 stand-alone Gigabit Ethernet switches.

The GS-3012 has 12 100/1000Mbps ports and four mini-GBIC slots for optical uplinking. There are two GS-3012 models. The GS-3012 DC model requires DC power supply input of - 48 VDC to -60 VDC, 1.5A Max. The GS-3012 AC model requires 100~240VAC/1.5A power.

The GS-3012F has 12 mini-GBIC slots and four 100/1000Mbps ports for uplinking. There are two GS-3012F models. The GS-3012F DC model requires DC power supply input of -48 VDC to -60 VDC, 1.25A Max. The GS-3012F AC model requires 100~240VAC/1.5A power.

This section shows a few examples of using the switch in various network environments.

1.1.1 Backbone Application

In this application, the switch is an ideal solution for small networks where rapid growth can be expected in the near future. The switch can be used standalone for a group of heavy traffic users. You can connect computers directly to the switch’s ports or connect other switches to the switch.

In this example, all computers connected directly or indirectly to the switch can share super high-speed applications on the Gigabit server. To expand the network, simply add more networking devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, print servers etc.

 

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GS-3012/GS-3012F User’s Guide