June 2006
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Chapter 2
Product Overview
This chapter contains an overview of the following Foundry Networks product families:
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FastIron Edge Switch® (FES) Layer 2 / Layer 3 Switch
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FastIron Edge Switch X-Series® (FESX) Layer 2 / Layer 3 Switch
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FastIron Workgroup Switch X-Series® (FWSX) Layer 2 Switch
This chapter contains the following information:
Product Overview
The FES, FESX, and FWSX deliver a full complement of standards-based, feature-rich switching and Layer 3
multiprotocol routing capabilities. The extensive feature set supports network requirements ranging from basic
connectivity to multicast-enabled full streaming audio and video applications for converged services such as Voice
over IP (VoIP).
The FES, FESX, and FWSX come in a variety of models, providing an integral range of network connectivity within
the entire enterprise network. These switches provide high 10/100 port density and Gigabit Ethernet uplinks in a
compact, stackable form factor. The FESX and FWSX optionally provide up to two 10-Gigabit Ethernet uplinks.
The FES, FESX, and FWSX models are described below.
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Standard
- Provides enterprise network connectivity and server farm support at the wiring closet and edge of
the network. When first shipped from the factory, standard models support full Layer 2 and base Layer 3
Switching.
Table 2.1: Chapter Contents
Description
See Page
Product overview and the benefits each product offers
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Software features
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POE support overview
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Wireless support overview
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Hardware features and how each major hardware
component functions
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