Grand Junction FastSwitch 2800

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Key Features/Benefits

25 10Base-T ports deliver 10 megabits per second (Mbps) of bandwidth to users to support bandwidth-intensive applications
2 high-speed expansion slots for FastMate 100Base-T, FDDI and future ATM modules provide configuration and backbone flexability
Multiple MAC address support on each port offers flexability to connect to workstations, servers, routers, hubs, or other switches
CollisionFree Full Duplex operation with the FastMate 100Base-T modules for up to 200 Mbps bandwidth to servers and between switches, and extended distances using fiber cabling
IEEE 802.1d Spanning Tree Protocol support for redundant backbone connections and loop-free networks simplifies network configuration and improves fault tolerance
Up to 320 Mbps aggregate forwarding bandwidth (with FastMate modules installed) for maximum performance
Shared memory architecture with 3 megabyte packet buffer to virtually eliminate packet loss and maximize throughput
Unique diagnostic mode for monitoring the traffic on a single port, a group of ports, or the entire switch, from a single network analyzer or RMON probe
Telnet, SNMP, and SMT support for comprehensive in-band manageability and a menu based management console for in-depth and out of band manageability
Port-configurable virtual LANs (VLANs) for broadcast traffic control, firewall protection and simplifies adds, moves and changes
Multicast Address Packet Filtering for maximizing network and server capacity in multimedia LAN applications
Secure addressing options give administrative control over network access for security-sensitive applications

GrandJunction' FastSwitch 2800 is the next generation Ethernet switch providing superior configuration and backbone flexibility. With 25 switched Ethernet ports for individual workstations and existing 1OBase-T hubs, and two high-speed expansion slots, the FastSwitch 2800 delivers the benefits of Ethernet switching to 10OBase -T, FDDI and future ATM networks.

PERFORMANCE

The FastSwitch 2800 uses Grand-designed ASICs and a I gigabit per second internal bus to deliver an aggregate forwarding bandwidth of up to 320 Mbps (with FastMate modules installed). A shared memory architecture with 3 MIB packet buffer virtually eliminates packet loss and maximizes performance, especially for packet windowing protocols. CollisionFree full-duplex operation with the FastMate 10OBase-T modules provides simultaneous data transmission in both directions, providing up to 200 Mbps bandwidth for servers and switch-to-switch connections, and distances of up to two kilometers (km) between devices using fiber cabling.

CONFIGURATION FLEXIBILITY

The FastSwitch 2800's support for multiple MAC addresses gives users the flexibility to connect a single workstation or 1OBase-T hub to each port, easing the migration path from today's shared-media LANs to next-generation private Ethernet networks. In addition, the FastSwitch 2800 has two high- speed expansion slots for configuration and backbone flexibility. For example, one port can be used for a backbone uplink, and the other for a local server, redundant backbone connection, network analyzer or RMON probe, or for connecting to other FastSwitches. With the FastMate modules, the FastSwitch supports multiple high-speed technologies including switched and shared 10OBase-T, FDDI and in the future ATM; and UTP and fiber media types.

THE FASTLINK PRODUCT LINE

FastSwitch 2800 is part of Grand junction's FastLink product line which includes a full range of high-performance Ethernet switches and 10OBase-T repeater and adapter products

Specifications

1OBASE-T PORTS:

25 switched 1OBase-T ports
328 ft/100m maximum cable distance
10 Mbps data rate
RJ-45 connectors
Link Integrity, Activity and Disabled LEDs

HIGH-SPEED EXPANSION SLOTS:

2 high-speed expansion slots for FastMate 10OBase-T, FDDI, and future ATM field pluggable modules.
Per slot LEDs for module Enabled

PERFORMANCE (WITH FASTMATE MODULES INSTALLED):

Forwarding Ratcs (64 byte packets):
1. 14,880 pps to 1OBase-T ports
2. 133,900 pps to 10OBase-T ports
3. Up to 100,000 pps to FDDI ports
Latency (FastForward- switching mode):
1. 31 microseconds (ps) between 1OBase-T ports
2. 8 microseconds between 10OBase-T and 1OBase-T ports
3. 7 microseconds between 10OBase-T ports
NETWORK MANAGEMENT:
- SMT 7.3, SNMP MIB II, Bridge MIB, FDDI MIB and SNMP MIB extensions for in-band management by any SNMP or SMT management station
- MIB installation procedures for SunNet Manager, HP OpenView, IBM NetView/6000 and Novell NetWare Management System
- Telnet support for in-band access to the FastSwitch management console
- RS-232 port for out-of-band access to FastSwitch management console via a local terminal or modem
BRIDGING:
1. IEEE 802.ld compatible including Spanning Tree Protocol support
2. Automatic Spanning Tree con- figuration for ports with a single station attached eliminates network access delays during end-station boot-up
3. Selectable switching options:
  1. FastForward - forward after destination address
  2. FragmentFree - forward after collision window
  3. Store-and-Forward - forward after packet receipt
4. *Support for 2,048 or optionally 8,192 NUC addresses
5. Flooding Control option prevents ports from receiving traffic destined to unknown addresses
6. Secure addressing mode for preventing unauthorized users from accessing the network by securing an individual MAC address or group of MAC addresses to a specific port

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