The switch acts as a high-speed selective bridge between the
individual segments. Traffic that needs to go from one segment
to another is automatically forwarded by the switch, without
interfering with any other segments. This allows the total
network capacity to be multiplied, while still maintaining the
same network cabling and adapter cards.
Switching LAN technology is a marked improvement over the
previous generation of network bridges, which were
characterized by higher latencies. Routers have also been
used to segment local area networks, but the cost of a router
and the setup and maintenance required make routers relatively
impractical. Today’s switches are an ideal solution to most
kinds of local area network congestion problems.
Features
The 8-port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Switch was
designed for easy installation and high performance in an
environment where traffic on the network and the number of
users increase continuously.
Switch features include:
Ports
♦ 8 x 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet port