Enterasys Networks Enterasys Gold Distributed Forwarding Engine 4H4285-49 - Manual (Page 22)

Overview of DFE-Gold PoE Module Capabilities
1-2 Introduction
Overview of DFE-Gold PoE Module Capabilities
The Gold Distributed Forwarding Engine (DFE) is Enterasys Networks’ next generation
of enterprise modules for the Matrix N‐Series and Matrix E7 switches. These
DFE modules deliver high performance and flexibility to ensure comprehensive
switching, routing, Quality of Service, security, and traffic containment. Key features
include:
• Superior performance and capacity to support more high‐bandwidth and latency
sensitive applications
• 10/100/1000 Base‐TX and 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• Integrated Services Design that reduces the number/type of modules required,
simplifies network design, and lowers entry cost
• Port‐ and User‐Based Policy and Multilayer Packet Classification that provides
granular control and security for business‐critical applications
• High‐availability services with stateful failover for services and management
• Self‐learning configuration modules with increased reliability and fault tolerance that
reduces configuration time and maximizes uptime
• Network‐wide configuration, change, and inventory management that is easier to
install, troubleshoot, and maintain
• Reduced support and maintenance costs, and decreased configuration time
• Support for a variety of converged applications including VoIP with Power‐over‐
Ethernet
DFE-Gold Module
This section provides an overview of the 4H4285‐49 ( Figure 1‐1 ). For information about
the DFE module features and how to configure them, refer to the Enterasys Matrix
DFE‐Gold Series Configuration Guide.
4H4285-49
The 4H4285‐49 is an edge‐network switch with 48, 10BASE‐T/100BASE‐TX and PoE
compliant ports, accessed through fixed front panel RJ45 connectors and an option slot for
a network expansion module (NEM). Each of the fixed front panel ports can operate in
either half‐duplex or full‐duplex mode of operation. The duplex mode can be determined
by either auto‐negotiation or manual configuration. The DFE‐Gold module can be
installed in a Matrix N3, N5, N7, or E7 chassis.