NETGEAR FS 726 - Manual (Page 22)

3-1 applications
CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS
The FS726 and FS750 Switches are designed to provide flexibility in configuring your
network connections. Both switches can be used as stand-alone devices or used with 10
Mbps hubs, 100 Mbps hubs, or 10/100 Mbps switches. This chapter shows how the
FS726 and FS750 Switches can be used in various network environments.
Topics include:
• Desktop switching
• Segment switching and bridging from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps
• Media compatibility and conversion
Desktop Switching
The FS726 and FS750 Switches can be used as desktop switches to build a small
network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. A full-duplex
adapter card installed in the server can provide 2000 Mbps full-duplex connection.
Figure 3-1. Example of Desktop Switching
100 Mbps
1000 Mbps
10 Mbps
Model FS726
Switch
Model FS750
Switch
Server
Server