ZyXEL Communications Edition 1 Switch User Manual


 
ES1100 Series User’s Guide
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CHAPTER 1
Getting to Know Your Switch
1.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of your Switch.
The Switch is a 10/100 Mbps multi-port switch that can be used to build high-
performance switched workgroup networks. The Switch is a store-and-forward
device that offers low latency for high-speed networking. The Switch is designed
for workgroups, departments or backbone computing environments for small
businesses.
Figure 1 Front Panel
The Switch has a built-in algorithm that automatically assigns priority to received
packets. It can operate in low power idle mode in compliance with IEEE 802.3az
Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE).
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