D-Link DES-1200M - Manual (Page 21)

Figure 2-2. Expanding your 100Base-TX network (Class I)
Collapsed Backbone Link
Traditionally, bridges and routers have been used to link local
area networks into one interconnected network. But these
devices involve difficult management and long traffic delays.
The 4-Slot Modular Switch providers multiport bridges with short
delays, easy setup and maintenance, making it ideal for
backbone links. Also, the Built-in filtering on this hub deceases
network traffic, while the multiple ports that communicate
simultaneously increases network performance.
One or more of your hub's 100Mbps or 1000Mbps ports can be
used as a high-speed backbone link to other hubs serving as
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