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Dimension GS-1116A/GS-1124A Gigabit Switch
Getting to Know the GS1116A/GS-1124A 1-1
Chapter 1
Getting to Know the Switch
This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of the switch.
1.1 Introduction
The switch is designed for the campus or building environment as a high bandwidth backbone. The
GS-1116A has 16 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports. The GS-1124A has twenty-four 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45
ports. You can connect the switch to existing Ethernet routers, switches or hubs without additional
expensive wiring or equipment installation.
Figure 1-1 GS-1116A
Figure 1-2 GS-1124A
Gigabit Ethernet over copper technology is a cost effective way of upgrading network equipment
from fast Ethernet to Gigabit speed by using standard 4-pair Category 5 copper cabling. The Mini
GBIC slots allow for fiber optic high-speed backbone connections.
Both ports 15 and 16 in the GS-1116A (or 23 and 24 in the GS-1124A) support 3.3V Mini GBIC.
The GBIC port auto detects between Giga copper and Mini GBIC. The Mini GBIC module is
optional. When the Mini GBIC module is not installed, these act as Giga copper connections.