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MC100FX-SC2/30-A User’s Guide
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Chapter 2
Applications
To effectively expand a Fast Ethernet network, position two converters back-to-back as
illustrated.
Application Diagram I
In the next figure, the converter is functioning as a high-speed bridge between switches, creating
increased capacity for each user (node) on the local area network.
Switch ↔ CONVERTER ↔ CONVERTER ↔ Switch
Application Diagram II
In the next figure, the converter is functioning as a server aggregation for an enterprise
configuration. It is providing a 100Mbps full-duplex link to workgroups of 10/100 switches
located on separate floors within a single building.
Switch ↔ CONVERTER ↔ CONVERTER ↔ Server
Multi-mode 2Km
Single Mode 30Km