Zyxel GS-1116 EE [11/30] Getting to know the switch

Dimension GS-1116/GS-1124 Gigabit Switch

Getting to Know the GS1116/GS-1124 1-1

Chapter 1

Getting to Know the Switch

This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of the switch.

1.1 Introduction

The switch is designed for the campus or building environment as a high bandwidth backbone. The

GS-1116 has 16 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports. The GS-1124 has twenty-four 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45

ports. You can connect the switch to existing Ethernet routers, switches or hubs without additional

expensive wiring or equipment installation.

Figure 1-1 GS-1116

Figure 1-2 GS-1124

Gigabit Ethernet over copper technology is a cost effective way of upgrading network equipment from

fast Ethernet to Gigabit speed by using standard 4-pair Category 5 copper cabling. The Mini GBIC

slots allow for fiber optic high-speed backbone connections.