Chapter 1: Product Description
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Network Topologies
This section illustrates two network topologies that you can create with
either the AT-FS716L or the AT-FS724L Fast Ethernet switch in the
following sections. Both the power workgroup and cascade topologies are
described.
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Workgroup
Topology
The topology shown in Figure 4 is commonly referred to as a power
workgroup topology. In this configuration, each workstation, or end-node
is connected directly to a port on the switch. Each end-node has a
dedicated data link to the switch for best performance and reliability. The
devices can operate at either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps.
Figure 4. Power Workgroup Topology
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