ZyXEL Communications ZyXEL Dimension ES-3124 - Manual (Page 28)

Dimension ES-3124 Ethernet Switch
1-4 Getting to Know the ES-3124
1.2.1 Backbone Application
In this application, the switch is an ideal solution for small networks where rapid growth can be expected in the
near future.
The switch can be used standalone for a group of heavy traffic users. You can connect computers directly to the
switch’s port or connect other switches to the ES-3124.
In this example, all computers connected directly or indirectly to the ES-3124 can share super high-speed
applications on the Gigabit server.
To expand the network, simply add more networking devices such as switches, routers, firewalls, print servers etc.
Figure 1-1 Backbone Application
1.2.2 Bridging Example
In this example application the switch is the ideal solution for different company departments to connect to the
corporate backbone. It can alleviate bandwidth contention and eliminate server and network bottlenecks. All users
that need high bandwidth can connect to high-speed department servers via the switch. You can provide a super-
fast uplink connection by using an uplink port on the ES-3124.
Moreover, the switch eases supervision and maintenance by allowing network managers to centralize multiple
servers at a single location.