Black Box 5000 - Manual (Page 31)

CHAPTER 3: Network Design and Topologies
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3.6 Examples of Network Designs
S INGLE L INK P OINT - TO -P OINT
The most basic of topologies is the point-to-point: point A to point B. A point-to-point switching topology is
shown in Figure 3-4. Multiserver 5000 units can operate in a point-to-point switching topology over
terrestrial, satellite, and microwave services at speeds ranging from 9.6 to 72 Kbps. Feeder muxes can be
attached to either or both ends of the network.
MULTISERVER
5000
FAX MACHINE
PHONE
MULTISERVER
5000
NODE B NODE A
LINK A
PBX
ASCII TERMINAL
PC
FAX MACHINE
PBX
HOST
Figure 3-4. Point-to-Point Switching Topology.