Designing and Expanding the Network 2 - 1
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Designing and
Expanding the Network
This chapter contains configuration information to help you design your
network. It describes how to configure networks using the ONline System
Concentrator and the ONline 10BASE-FB Modules. It also provides
examples of network cabling structures and Ethernet network cabling
solutions.
This chapter contains the following sections:
❑ Understanding the General Rules
❑ Determining Maximum Fiber Link Distances
❑ Choosing a Network Backbone Cabling Structure
❑ 10BASE-FB Module Configurations
❑ Fault-Tolerant Configurations
Note: To ensure proper operation of your network, install all
equipment using only approved cables. Refer to Appendix
A for information on cable requirements.