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Article #658Multiport DECswitch 900EE
From: Customer Update
Date: Fri, 23 Sep 1994 20:32
Date: Fri, 23 Sep 1994 20:32
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Multiport DECswitch 900EE HIGHLIGHTS o Low cost, high performance six port Ethernet backbone switch o Operational and manageable in stackable DEChub ONE and multislot DEChub 900 MultiSwitch configurations o Upgradable to routing with future firmware code PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The DECswitch 900EE is a six port Ethernet switch, providing switching capability between each of six Ethernet LANs. The DECswitch 900EE consists of six Ethernets on the front panel (two AUI and four 10BaseT) and provides full speed switching capability among each of the six Ethernet segments. Each of the ports is configurable, via software, to connect to the front panel connector or alternatively to one of six internal DEChub 900 MultiSwitch LAN segments. This feature offers maximum configuration flexibility whether the product is used in a standalone DEChub ONE configuration or installed in a DEChub 900MS. The DECswitch 900EE is a true backbone network switch supporting complete filtering capabilities (source address, destination address, and protocol type). The product includes a large address table (8,000 entries) and is fully IEEE 802.1 bridge compliant, ensuring full performance and reliability even in large networks. In the future the DECswitch 900EE can gain additional multiprotocol routing functionality via a simple firmware upgrade, providing robust local routing capability while maintaining hardware investments. BENEFITS o Forwards and filters packets between Ethernets at full Ethernet line rates, providing improved response time. o Provides a flexible, cost-effective solution for Ethernet to Ethernet connectivity. o Improves Ethernet LAN configuration flexibility by easily interconnecting multiple Ethernet LANs within a single integrated hub-based architecture. o Provides hub-based or standalone configurations. This unique DEChub capability maximizes users' options to buy only what they need and protects their investment by eliminating additional cost or obsolescence when changing from one configuration to the other. o Can be easily upgraded to router functionality. Future firmware upgrades can be made by updating the flash memory over the network from DOS, ULTRIX, or OpenVMS systems. This eliminates the necessity of replacing or upgrading hardware and the associated cost and disruption to users of the network. AVAILABILITY AND ORDERING The DECswitch 900EE is available now. Order No. Description DEBMP-MA DECswitch 900EE module SERVICES Digital has an extensive portfolio of service offerings. __________ MS-DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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