Chapter 2 Network Requirements; Smarttrunk; 10Base-T Network - Cabletron Systems 2H23-50R User Manual

This chapter contains networking guidelines. Before installing and using
the 2H23-50R or an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module, review the
requirements and specifications outlined in this chapter concerning the
following:
•

SmartTrunk

• 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network
• 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network
• 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network
The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory
performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may
produce poor network performance.
The Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide and SmartTrunk User's
NOTE
Guide , referred to in the following sections, is located on the
Cabletron Systems World Wide Web
site: http://www.cabletron.com/
2.1 SmartTrunk
To connect the 2H23-50R or 2H33-37R into a network so that 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.
2.2

10BASE-T NETWORK

When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any ports of CONN 1 through
CONN 4 (2H23-50R) or CONN 1 through CONN 3 (2H33-37R), ensure
that the network meets the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet network requirements for
10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.
2H23-50R/2H33-37R User's Guide
CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
(Section 2.1)
(Section 2.2)
(Section 2.3)
(Section 2.4)
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