Zyxel GS1900-48HP [17/230] Gigabit ethernet to the desktop

Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch

GS1900 Series User’s Guide

Figure 1 Bridging Application

1.1.2 Gigabit Ethernet to the Desktop

The Switch is an ideal solution for small networks which demand high bandwidth for a group of

heavy traffic users. You can connect computers and servers directly to the Switch’s port or connect

other switches to the Switch.

In this example, all computers can share high-speed applications on the server and access the

Internet. To expand the network, simply add more networking devices such as switches, routers,

computers, print servers and so on.

Figure 2 Gigabit to the Desktop

1.1.3 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Example

A VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) allows a physical network to be partitioned into multiple logical

networks. Stations on a logical network belong to one or more groups. With VLAN, a station cannot

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