iES28TG/iES28GF User Manual
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3.4.2
SFP
The switch comes with fiber optical ports that can connect to other devices using SFP modules. The fiber
optical ports are multi-mode or single-mode with LC connectors. Please remember that the TX port of
Switch A should be connected to the RX port of Switch B.
Switch A
Switch B
Fiber
3.4.3
iRing/iChain
iRing
Three or more switches can be connected together to form a ring topology with network redundancy
capabilities by following the steps below.
1.
Connect each switch to form a daisy chain using an Ethernet or fiber optic cable.
2.
Set one of the connected switches to be the master and make sure the port setting of each
connected switch on the management page corresponds to the physical ports connected. For
information about the port setting, please refer to 4.1.2 Configurations.
3.
Connect the last switch to the first switch to form a ring topology.
