Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch
XGS1210-12 / XGS1250-12 User’s Guide
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Make sure to select the correct speed for the port in
Port
>
Port Setting
.
1.2.2 Backbone 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 and
servers directly to the Switch’s port or connect other switches to the Switch.
In this example, all computers can share high-speed applications on the server. To expand the network,
simply add more networking devices such as switches, routers, computers, print servers, and so on.
Figure 3
Backbone Application
1.2.3 Bridging Application
In this example the Switch connects different company departments (
RD
and
Sales
) to the corporate
backbone. It can alleviate bandwidth contention and eliminate server and network bottlenecks. All
users that need high bandwidth can connect to high-speed department servers via the Switch.
Figure 4
Bridging Application
