Introduction; Fast Ethernet Technology - TRENDnet TE100-S8P User Manual

RJ-45 Pin Specification: Describes the RJ-45
receptacle/connector.
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NTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the features of the Switch and some
background information about Ethernet/Fast Ethernet
switching technology.

Fast Ethernet Technology

The growing importance of LANs and the increasing
complexity of desktop computing applications are fueling the
need for high performance networks. A number of high-speed
LAN technologies have been proposed to provide greater
bandwidth and improve client/server response times. Among
them, 100BASE-T (Fast Ethernet) provides a non-disruptive,
smooth evolution from the current 10BASE-T technology. The
non-disruptive and smooth evolution nature, and the
dominating potential market base, virtually guarantee cost
effective and high performance Fast Ethernet solutions in the
years to come.
100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a standard specified by the IEEE
802.3 LAN committee. It is an extension of the 10Mbps
Ethernet standard with the ability to transmit and receive data
at 100Mbps, while maintaining the CSMA/CD Ethernet
protocol. Some of the 100Mbps Fast Ethernet products
(10/100Mbps dual-speed) are compatible with 10Mbps
Ethernet environments; they provide a straightforward upgrade
and take advantage of the existing investment in hardware,
software, and personnel training.
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