Net Optics 10 GigaBit Optical Bypass Switch - Manual (Page 5)

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10 GigaBit Optical Bypass Switch
Introduction
Net Optics 10 GigaBit Optical Bypass Switches provide a permanent and
trouble-free access port for in-line network security and monitoring devices .
The Optical Bypass Switch automatically switches network traffic through
added in-line devices or bypasses devices that are about to be removed . Pre-
vent link failure when attached IPS and IDS devices lose power by powering
the Bypass Switch and in-line device from the same power source .
Uninterrupted Traffic
The Optical Bypass Switch supports fail-open monitoring with any 10 Giga-
Bit fiber in-line device when it shares the same power source as the in-line
appliance . While the Optical Bypass Switch is receiving power, it diverts
network traffic to attached in-line devices. In this state, all in-line traffic is
routed directly to the device connected to the Optical Bypass Switch .
When the Optical Bypass Switch loses power, in-line traffic continues to
flow through the network link, but is no longer routed through the device.
This allows the network devices to be removed and replaced without network
downtime . Once power is restored to the Optical Bypass Switch, network
traffic is seamlessly diverted to the in-line device, allowing it to resume its
critical functions .
Simply Plug It In
Each Bypass Switch includes all the cables and power supplies you need to
quickly connect to an IPS . Three quick steps is all it takes to establish a secure
connection point for in-line devices .