- cabletron systems User's Guide SmartSwitch 2E43-51, 2E43-51R

2E43-51/2E43-51R User’s Guide 2-1
CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
This chapter contains networking guidelines. Before installing and using
the 2E43-51 or an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module (FE-100TX,
FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and specifications
outlined in this chapter concerning the following:
• SmartTrunk (Section 2.1)
• 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.2)
• 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.3)
• 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.4)
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 2E43-51 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 of the 2E43-51 ports
(ENET 1 through ENET 4), ensure that the network meets IEEE 802.3
Ethernet network requirements for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron
Systems Cabling Guide for details.
NOTE
The Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide and SmartTrunk User’s
Guide , referred to in the following sections, can be found on the
Cabletron Systems World Wide Web
site: http://www.cabletron.com/