Quad Series
FEATURES
- Quad-switch modules allow user selection of mixed-media fibre ports (all connector types) and 10/100 Mb twisted-pair ports
- Provides switching services to enhance the performance of 10/100 Mb Ethernet networks by segmenting the network traffic
- High performance operation, plug-and-play installation for switching services, transparent to system software
- Has a compact package for installation in offices and labs, with metal case and auto ranging internal power supply
- Available options include AC, or -48VDC, 24VDC, 100VDC, and 125VDC power, dual-source, “Reverse” rack mount, ETSI and 23” Telco brackets
The Quad-Series fibre switches boost the performance of large Ethernet LANs, with the flexibility of both fibre and twisted-pair switched ports. Any mix of fibre or RJ-45, 100 Mb or 10 Mb switched ports and connector types may be configured. The Quad-Series provide the switching speed and the reliability needed for increased network performance using any available fibre media type or twisted-pair cabling.
The Quad-Series fibre Switches offer the maximum in application flexibility with a series of fibre and twisted-pair port connector types. All applicable fibre port types (100 Mb FX-ST, SC, MTRJ, and 10 Mb FL) and cable modes (2Km multi-mode, 20Km single-mode and 40Km “long reach” single-mode) are configurable in 4-port modules. Mixed-media combination modules (4-port modules with one fibre port and three twisted-pair ports) are also supported in all of the Quad-Series switch models.
In a common application, groups of standard dual-speed 10/100 hubs, 10 Mb hubs, or 100 Mb hubs and switches would form a series of subnets for workgroups or multi-system power users. A separate switched port on a Quad-Series Switch would serve each subnet, and each of these subnets would have full 100 Mb or 10 Mb bandwidth. Local traffic on one subnet, either 100 Mb or 10 Mb, is switch-isolated from the other subnets for high overall network performance.
Designed for use in organizations with multiple workgroups, remote offices and network traffic centres, the Quad-Series Switches are easy to install and use. Addresses of attached nodes are automatically learned and maintained, adapting the switching services to network changes and expansions to provide plug-and-play operation. Front-mounted LEDs provide status information on each port. Large 8 MB packet buffers provide advanced performance, even with unbalanced loads. Store-and-forward switching filters all faulty packets to minimize traffic congestion.
The Quad-Series fibre switches have a rugged metal case and an auto-ranging power supply for operation with standard AC power worldwide. The Quad-series and all other products are designed and manufactured in the USA and backed by a three-year warranty.
