3Com 5124M-TP Switch User Manual


 
2 - 2 ONline Ethernet 24-Port 10BASE-T Module Installation Guide
Understanding the General Rules
This section describes general rules for configuring an Ethernet network
using fiber as the backbone medium. It also provides rules to ensure that
your network configuration conforms to distance limitations imposed by
Ethernet and networking equipment. Use these guidelines for building
your network.
Refer to the sections that follow for specific rules for:
Determining maximum 24-Port Module fiber link distances
Connecting various horizontal media types (10BASE-FB, twisted pair)
to a 10BASE-FB backbone
Examples of recommended fault-tolerant configurations
This section describes:
Rules for Configuring a Network
Calculating Equivalent Fiber Distances
Rules for Configuring a Network
This section outlines seven basic network rules and 3Com
recommendations for building an Ethernet network.