Atop Technology EH7510 User manual - Manual (Page 8)

Atop Industrial Managed Ethernet Switch
EH7510
User Manual V 1.0
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 What is a Managed Industrial Switch
Atop’s EH (Ethernet Switching Hub) 7510 is a powerful managed industrial switch; a switch
is referred to as an OSI Layer 2* bridging device. Unlike an “unmanaged” switch, which is
normally found in homes or in SOHO environments and runs in “auto-negotiation” mode,
each port on a “managed switch” can be configured for its link bandwidth, priority, security,
and duplex settings. The managed switches can be managed by web browsers, Telnet, or
serial console. Since every single port can be configured to specific settings, network
administrators can better control the network and maximize network functionality.
EH7510 is an industrial switch (as opposed to a commercial switch); a commercial switch
simply works in a comfortable office environment. However, an industrial switch like EH7510
is designed to perform in harsh industrial environments, i.e., extreme temperature, high
humidity, dusty air, potential high impact or the presence of potentially high static charges.
EH7510 works fine even in these environments.
Atop EH7510 is designed to provide faster, securer, and more stable networks. One
advantage that makes EH7510 a powerful switch is that it supports technologies including
ERPS, iA-Ring, Compatible Ring and RSTP. These technologies provide better network
reliability, and decreases recovery time down to less than 20 ms.
EH7510 Ethernet Switch supports a wide range of IEEE standard protocols. This switch is
excellent for keeping systems running smoothly, reliable for preventing system damage or
losses, and friendly to all levels of users. The goal of this innovative product is to bring users
a brand new network-management experience.
*Note:
Throughout the manual, the symbol * indicates that more detailed information of the subject
will be provided at the end of this book.