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Optical Bypass Switch
Introduction
Net Optics Optical Bypass Switches provide a permanent and trouble-free
access port for in-line network security and monitoring devices . The Optical
Bypass Switch automatically switches network traffic through added in-line
devices or bypasses devices that are about to be removed . Prevent link failure
when attached IPS and IDS devices lose power by powering the Bypass
Switch and in-line device from the same power source .
Uninterrupted traffic
The Optical Bypass Switch supports fail-open monitoring with any fiber
in-line device when it shares the same power source as the in-line appliance .
While the Optical Bypass Switch is receiving power, it diverts network traffic
to attached in-line devices. In this state, all in-line traffic is routed directly to
the device connected to the Optical Bypass Switch .
When the Optical Bypass Switch loses power, in-line traffic continues to
flow through the network link, but is no longer routed through the device.
This allows the network devices to be removed and replaced without network
downtime . Once power is restored to the Optical Bypass Switch, network traf-
fic is seamlessly diverted to the in-line device, allowing it to resume its critical
functions .
Simply Plug It In
Each Bypass Switch includes all the cables and power supplies you need to
quickly connect to an IPS . Three quick steps is all it takes to establish a secure
connection point for inline devices .
