Network Requirements
2-1
2
Network Requirements
Before installing the module, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter
concerning the following:
•
SmartTrunk (
Section 2.1
)
•
10BASE-FL Fiber Optic Network (
Section 2.2
)
The network installation must meet the requirements to ensure satisfactory performance of this
equipment. Failure to do so will produce poor network performance.
2.1
SmartTrunk FEATURE
Before connecting the module to a network so it can take advantage of the SmartTrunk feature,
there are certain rules concerning port connections and configurations that must be followed for
proper operation. Refer to the
MATRIX E7 Series and SmartSwitch 6000 Series Modules Local
Management User’s Guide
for additional information.
2.2
10BASE-FL FIBER OPTIC NETWORK
The front panel ports of the module provide a connection that supports 10BASE-FL fiber optic
cabling. The device at the other end of the fiber optic segment must meet 10BASE-FL Ethernet
network requirements for the devices to operate at 10 Mbps. Make sure to check your network
diameter specifications.
10BASE-FL FIBER OPTIC REQUIREMENTS
The fiber optic link segments can consist of 50/125, 62.5/125, or 100/140 micron fiber-optic cable
segment. However, the 2.5/125 m fiber cable segment is the one that is the most implemented.
The Enterasys Networks
MATRIX E7 Series and SmartSwitch 6000 Series Modules
Local Management User’s Guide
and
Cabling Guide
referred to in the following sections
can be found on the Enterasys Networks World Wide Web site:
http://www.enterasys.com/
