Introduction, 1 overview, 1 backbone application – ZyXEL Communications MES-2110 User Manual
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MES-2110 User’s Guide
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Introduction
1.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the MES-2110.
The MES-2110 is a layer-2 standalone Ethernet switch with additional layer-2,
layer-3, and layer-4 features suitable for metro ethernets. The MES-2110 has
eight 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports and two mini-GBIC slots. It also has two GbE
dual personality interfaces with each interface comprising one mini-GBIC slot and
one 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 port, with either port or slot active at a time.
With its built-in Web Configurator, managing and configuring the MES-2110 is
easy. In addition, the MES-2110 can also be managed via Telnet, any terminal
emulator program on the console port, or third-party SNMP management.
for a full list of software features available on the
MES-2110.
This section shows a few examples of using the MES-2110 in various network
environments.
1.1.1 Backbone Application
The MES-2110 is an ideal solution for small networks where rapid growth can be
expected in the near future. The MES-2110 can be used standalone for a group of
heavy traffic users. You can connect computers and servers directly to the MES-
2110’s port or connect other switches to the MES-2110.