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 ONline Ethernet 24-Port 10BASE-T Modules. It also
provides examples of network cabling structures and Ethernet network
cabling solutions.
This chapter contains the following sections:
❑ Understanding the General Rules
❑ Choosing a Network Backbone Cabling Structure
❑ 24-Port Module Configurations
❑ Using Patch Panels
❑ Establishing 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.