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SM4T4DPA Install Guide
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Network Planning
Introduction to Switching
A network switch allows simultaneous transmission of multiple packets; it can partition a network more efficiently
than bridges or routers. Thus the switch has been recognized as one of the most important device for today’s
networking technology.
When performance bottlenecks are caused by congestion at the network access point such as file server, the
device can be connected directly to a switched port. And, by using full-duplex mode, the bandwidth of the dedicated
segment can be doubled to maximize throughput.
When networks are based on repeater (hub) technology, the distance between end stations is limited by a
maximum hop count. However, a switch can subdividing the network into smaller and more manageable segments,
and linking them to the larger network than it turns the hop count back to zero and removes the limitation.
A switch can be easily configured in any Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet network to significantly
increase bandwidth while using conventional cabling and network cards.
Application Examples
The Switch implements 4 Gigabit Ethernet TP ports and 4 slots for the removable SFP module which supports
comprehensive types of fiber connection, such as LC and BiDi-LC modules. It is not only designed to segment your
network, but also to provide a wide range of options in setting up network connections. Some typical applications
are described below.
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Remote site application is used in Enterprise or SMB
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Peer-to-peer application is used in two remote offices
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Office network
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High Performance Requirement environment
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Advance Security for network safety application
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Suitable for data/ voice and video conference application
Peer-to-peer Network Connection