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Contents Contents Making Ethernet switches work for you Switch to a better network A switch for every need Switches by functionality Switches by location More than connectivity Product range xStack Chassis Switches DGS-6600 Series Layer 3 10 GbE Stackable Managed Switches DXS-3600 Series xStack Layer 3 Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3620 Series xStack Layer 2+ Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3420 xStack Layer 2 Gigabit Managed Switches DGS-3120 Series Layer 2 Gigabit Managed Switches DGS-300
Making Ethernet switches work for you Making Ethernet switches work for you Choosing the right switches for your network, your applications and your organisation. This switching guide is all about choosing and deploying Ethernet switches - the underlying technology that defines, drives and facilitates the modern company’s network.
Introduction This guide is all about how switching works within a network, the different types of switches available for each individual business requirement and the solutions D-Link has to offer. Whether it’s an entry level switch to get you started or a more sophisticated, fully managed switch, D-Link has everything you need from the core of the network right to the edge.
Switch to a better network Switch to a better network Switches are fundamental to any business network. If a switch fails then your business is instantly impaired. And as networks are constantly being challenged with the demand for broader capacity and higher traffic speeds, so switches are pushed to work harder and harder. Businesses are becoming more cost-conscious. Uncertain economic conditions force us to focus on cutting expenditure without compromising performance.
A switch for every need A switch for every need When a business continuously depends on frequent network and 4 communication device access, a reliable switch is necessary in maintaining a steady and secure workflow. When a business expands, there will be an increase in network traffic and in addition network security needs to be tighter to meet the demands of a growing business.
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Switches by functionality Switches by functionality Regardless of make or model, network switches provide the same basic functionality. That is they connect together endpoints (desktop PCs, servers, printers and so on) to form a network, ensuring that traffic addressed to a particular device is forwarded in the right direction, i.e. out of the port where that address is found to reside.
Switches by functionality The Unmanaged Switch Key selling points: Low cost; Plug-and-Play and silent; no setup or management required. The simplest switches provide little more than basic Layer 2 switching functionality, as a result little or nothing to configure. Just plug one in and it will start learning addresses on the network and forwarding traffic straight out of the box. Add another and the network just gets bigger.
Switches by functionality The Smart Switch Smart switches add to the basic Layer 2 traffic capabilities of the Unmanaged Switch by incorporating a variety of extra features, although in the main they don’t require Layer 3 functionality to do so. The “smart” extras can be simple options such as the ability to enable/ disable individual ports, set port speed and so on.
Switches by functionality Even smarter switches, because one size doesn’t fit all Smart switches provide more advanced networking features found in highend managed solutions, but in an easy to deploy format and at a price point affordable to small and medium sized businesses.
Switches by functionality The Managed Switch Managed Switches include a variety of scalable switches with built-in functionality beyond basic Layer 2 forwarding. By their very definition, Managed Switches feature built-in support for remote setup and management, traditionally using Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) tools although, latterly, web-based management has become commonplace.
Switches by location Switches by location Another way of differentiating between switches is by looking at where they’re deployed, particularly when it comes to larger enterprise networks. Here, multiple switches are required to connect everything together, commonly, organised in a tiered manner with a so-called “access” network at the bottom, an intermediate “aggregation” network above and a “backbone” or “core” network at the top.
Switches by location Chassis or stack? Individual switches are limited when it comes to the number of ports they provide, so what do you do when more are needed? One solution is to daisy chain switches together but, on a large network, that’s not a good idea as each switch still has to be managed separately plus you’re using network bandwidth to carry inter-switch traffic. Far better to go for a custom solution in the form of either a chassis-based switch or stackable switch product.
Switches by location Switches for the core network The core network is where missioncritical resources, such as application servers and storage systems, are connected. It’s also where Internet and other wide area networking gateways are located, to both connect local users to the outside world and allow remote access to network resources from branch offices and by teleworkers and mobile users. Network and security management and systems will also be connected directly to the core network.
More than connectivity More than connectivity Networks today demand it all - high bandwidth, converged architectures, guaranteed interoperability, robust security and future compatibility. D-Link switching solutions offer all that and more at a price point tailored to the budget-conscious market. Many of our D-Link switches include PoE functionality, delivering power to devices where power sockets are not readily available.
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Product range Product range The quality and diversity of our switch offerings provide the foundation for a full range of network solutions that are guaranteed interoperable, reliable and secure. The breadth and depth of our switches, as well as their seamless interconnectivity with other D-Link products, means there is always a solution available - from the core of your network to its edge, D-Link can make your network more productive.
xStack Chassis Switches DGS-6600 xStack Chassis Switches DGS-6604-SK For a customisable solution based on your business needs, D-Link’s DGS-6600 modular chassis allows you to implement a solution-specific switch with multiple modules. The DGS-6600 is a Layer 3 backbone chassis-based Gigabit switch that provides everything a business needs for a reliable network. This 4-Slot chassis offers a 576Gbps switch fabric capacity supporting wire speed L2/L3 packet switching in dynamic or static environments.
Layer 3 10GbE Stackable Managed Switches DXS-3600 Series Layer 3 10GbE Stackable* Managed Switches DXS-3600-16S • 10GbE SFP+ port x 8 D-Link’s DXS-3600 Series Layer 3 Stackable* 10GbE Managed Switch consists of new compact, high-peformance switches that feature wire speed 10-Gigabit Ethernet switching, routing, and very low latency. The 1U height and selectable front-to-back or back-to-front air flow make the DXS-3600 Series suitable for enterprise and campus aggregation network environments.
xStack Layer 3 Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3620 Series xStack Layer 3 Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3620-28TC • 10/100/1000BASE-T port x 20 • Combo 10/100/1000BASE -T/SFP port x 4 • 10GbE SFP+ port x 4 The xStack DGS-3620 Series of next generation Gigabit Layer 3 Managed switches deliver performance, flexibility, security, multi-layer QoS and access control, along with redundant power solutions for businesses.
xStack Layer 2+ Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3420 Series xStack Layer 2+ Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3420-28TC • 10/100/1000BASE-T port x 20 • Combo 1000BASE -T/SFP port x 4 • 10GbE SFP+ port x 4 DGS-3420-28SC The xStack DGS-3420 series of next generation Layer 2+ Gigabit switches delivers performance, flexibility, security, multi-layer QoS, and accessibility, along with redundant power solutions for SMBs and enterprises.
xStack Layer 2 Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3120 Series xStack Layer 2 Gigabit Stackable Managed Switches DGS-3120-24TC • 10/100/1000BASE-T port x 20 • Combo 1000BASE -T/SFP port x 4 • 10GbE stacking port x 2 The DGS-3120 Series is the enhanced L2 managed stackable solution designed to connect end-users in a secure SMB or enterprise network. The DGS-3120 Series targets businesses that require a high level of network security and maximum uptime.
Gigabit L2 Managed Switches DGS-3000 Series Layer 2 Gigabit Managed Switches DGS-3000-10TC • • • • The DGS-3000-10TC is a Layer 2 managed switch product that provides wired Gigabit speed access for metro and campus networks. The DGS-3000-10TC is designed as a 1U rackmount case with IPV6 support suitable for enterprise access or service provider telecom cabinets. It maximises network performance without compromising on reliability and security.
xStack Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Managed Switches DES-3200 Series xStack Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Managed Switches DES-3200-10 • • • • • The DES-3200 Series is a member of D-Link’s Layer 2 managed switch family designed for the ETTX, FTTX, and enterprise markets. The DES-3200 Series provides 8/16/24, or 48 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet connections and various SFP or combo Gigabit/SFP ports uplink options.
Gigabit Stackable Smart Managed Switches DGS-1510 Series Gigabit Stackable Smart Managed Switches DGS-1510-20 • • • • The DGS-1510 series Gigabit Stackable Smart Managed Switches includes switches with 16, 24 or 48 10/100/1000 Mbps ports plus 2 Gigabit SFP ports and 2 10G SFP+ ports, as well as one 24 10/100/1000 Mbps plus 4 10G SFP and one 24 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE plus 2 Gigabit SFP ports and 2 10G ports switch.
Gigabit Smart+ Swtches DGS-1210 Series Gigabit Smart+ Switches DGS-1210-10 • 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE port x 8 • SFP port x 2 • Fanless • 11-inch, 1U desktop DGS-1210-10P The DGS-1210 Series Smart+ Switches is the latest generation of D-Link Smart+ Switches featuring D-Link Green 3.0 technology. The series offers a high level of energy saving and efficiency, as it also complies with the IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet standard.
Gigabit Smart Switches DGS-1210 Series Gigabit Smart Switches DGS-1210-08P • • • • 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE port x 8 802.3af PoE support 45W PoE power budget Fanless • 11-inch, 1U desktop TThe DGS-1210 Series Smart Switches is the latest generation of D-Link Smart Switches featuring D-Link Green 3.0 technology. The series offers a high level of energy saving and efficiency, as it also complies with the IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet standard.
Fast Ethernet Smart Switches DES-1210 Series Fast Ethernet Smart Switches DES-1210-08P • • • • 10/100BASE-TX PoE port x 8 802.3af PoE support 72W PoE power budget Fanless • Desktop size The DES-1210 Series is the latest generation of Smart Switches. Equipped with 8, 24 or 48 Fast Ethernet ports, and optional Gigabit and combo Gigabit/SFP ports, this series offers all the features needed in a small and medium business, without the complexity or cost involved.
Gigabit Smart Switches DGS-1100 Series Gigabit Smart Switches DGS-1100-08 • 10/100/1000BASE-T port x 8 • Fanless • 7-inch, dekstop DGS-1100-08P The DGS-1100 Series provides businesses with the benefits of a managed device but without the associated complexity and cost. Equipped with 16 or 24 Gigabit ports, the series integrates basic configurable functions that provide performance and scalability.
Fast Ethernet Smart Switches DES-1100 Series Fast Ethernet Smart Switches DES-1100-16 • • • • • The DES-1100 Series provides businesses with the benefits of a managed device but without the associated complexity and cost. Equipped with 16 or 24 Fast Ethernet ports, the series integrates basic configurable functions that provide performance and scalability. With an easy to use web interface, the DES-1100 Series helps users to quickly and easily deploy their network.
Gigabit Unmanaged Switches DGS-1000 Series Gigabit Unmanaged Switches The DGS-1000 Series consists of Unmanaged Gigabit Switches designed for cost-effective Small Office Home Office (SOHO) and workgroup connection. They support full duplex operation, provide IEEE 802.3x flow control for reliable data transfer, and auto MDI/MDIX to eliminate the need for cross-over cables to simplify installation.
Fast Ethernet Unmanaged Switches DES-1000 Series Fast Ethernet Unmanaged Switches The DES-1000 Series consists of Unmanaged Ethernet Switches designed for cost effective Small Office Home Office (SOHO) and workgroup connection. They use the copper twisted-pair wires as the network cable, and support full/half duplex operation for 10/100 Mbps speeds. These switches provide IEEE 802.
Network management Network management The D-View® 6.0 SNMP Network Management System is a software tool that facilitates the central administration of a network with various SNMP-enabled devices. The D-View 6.0 Standard version (DV-600S) is tailored for networks with up to 1000 nodes. Flexible and versatile, D-View 6.0 provides network management to SNMP-based devices, including third party devices.
Network management Topology Map Performance D-View Plug-ins E2ES Plug-in Model Description Products D-Link’s D-View E2ES (End-to-End Security) console plug-in facilitates the configuration and management of all of D-Link’s managed switches, enabling users to centrally configure, monitor and react to network threats.
Switching accessories Switching accessories As well as an extensive range of switches, D-Link has a wide range of accessories and useful extras to help put the finishing touches to your network solution.
Not just switches - the D-Link difference Not just switches - the D-Link difference As a leader in the field of Ethernet Switching, D-Link has all the hardware and software products needed to put together an effective network for a wide range of needs. However, that’s not the end of the story, D-Link has a lot more to offer beyond the specialist networking products outlined in this guide.
Wireless Wireless Wireless Wireless technology offers businesses more flexible and inexpensive ways to send and receive data. D-Link has a range of robust Wireless Access Points able to work in both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies. Backwards compatible with all Wi-Fi technologies, our wireless range includes single and dual band Wireless N devices that are plenum-rated for mounting on walls and ceilings.
Wireless Unified Wired/ Wireless Access Systems Unified Wired/Wireless Access Switching solution that will be able to fully integrate and control the wireless elements at the edge of the network, creating a Unified Wired and Wireless Access System. It offers centralised management that greatly simplifies wireless deployment and significantly enhances access security, wireless throughput and network convergence.
Security Security Every day businesses face potential security breaches from every direction to their network: virus attacks, file sharing, messaging abuse, spyware and many others. Remote workers can unintentionally provide hostile threats with back door access to your business. With such a diversity of threat, gone are the days when a simple protective firewall was enough. And managing a host of different remedies is inefficient and difficult.
Storage Storage Every business requires reliable data storage devices for back-up and disaster recovery solutions, should the worst happen. D-Link’s range of Network Storage products provide simple, cost-effective solutions to meet these data management challenges.
IP Surveillance IP Surveillance As one of the leaders in both IP Surveillance and general networking products, D-Link can supply everything required to build an affordable and easy to deploy system to ensure the security and safety of people, possessions and places. As well as an extensive range of network cameras, D-Link has digital video encoders to enable existing analogue cameras to be incorporated alongside newer IP cameras.
IP Surveillance DCS-6113 DCS-6511 Full HD Fixed Dome IP Camera Vandal-proof HD resolution and Wide Dynamic Range day and night IP camera Full High-Definition IP cameras with H.264 compression and audio support in a compact housing, they also deliver high resolution Megapixel images. Indoor/outdoor Fixed Dome Camera in a robust weatherproof, vandal-proof IP66 housing, it delivers Megapixel images under any lighting condition, including complete darkness •• 1/2.
Wireless D-Link Assist Rapid Response Support Expect instant help if the unexpected happens If the unexpected happens to your network, you need the very best support and fast. Downtime costs your business money. D-Link Assist maximises your uptime by solving technical problems quickly and effectively. Our highly trained technicians are on standby around the clock, ensuring that award-winning support is only a phone call away.
D-Link Assist Benefit from D-Link’s global reach and local support Established in 1986 D-Link has evolved to become a billion dollar global enterprise with 160 offices across 71 countries With highly trained D-Link Assist technicians on standby across Europe you can be sure of the very best in local support, wherever you are Dare to compare D-Link Assist offers remarkable value, service of the highest quality at a very reasonable price.
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