Compaq SW3324 - Manual (Page 26)

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1-16 Overview
Writer: Fran Spragens Project: Overview Comments: 355307-002
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Figure 1-5 Client/Server Network Application
Local Backbone Application
The switch can be used in a local backbone application, connecting network
segments together and providing file-server access (Figure 1-6). Workgroup
hubs are provided with a single connection to the switch while servers are put
on dedicated 100 Mb/s ports. Routers and other networking devices can connect
off of the switched backbone as well. Fiber uplinks are available to connect the
switch to the corporate backbone, which may be located on another floor or in a
separate building.