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2H28-08R SmartSwitch 2208 User’s Guide 2-1
CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the 2H28-08R or Fast Ethernet Interface Modules
(FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and
specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following:
• SmartTrunk (Section 2.1)
• 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.2)
• 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.3)
The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory
performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may
produce poor network performance.
2.1 SmartTrunk
To connect the 2H28-08R to a network so it can take advantage of the
SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerning port connections
and configurations that must be followed for proper operation. Refer to
the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional
information.
NOTE
The Cabletron Systems
Cabling Guide
, referred to in the
following sections, can be found on the Cabletron Systems
World Wide Web site: http://www.cabletron.com/