Dimension GS-1116/GS-1124 Gigabit Switch
Getting to Know the GS1116/GS-1124
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When the Mini GBIC module is installed, the Mini GBIC (Giga fiber) port
has higher priority than Giga copper port. When the Mini GBIC port is
connected, the Giga copper port is disabled.
1.3 Package
Contents
Compare the contents of your GS-1116/GS-1124 Gigabit Switch package with the checklist below. If
any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local dealer.
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GS-1116 or GS-1124 Gigabit switch
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Power cord
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Quickstart Guide
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This User’s Guide in CD-ROM format.
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Four rubber feet
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Rack mount brackets
1.4 Gigabit Switch Network Applications
This section provides a sample of network topologies in which the Gigabit switch functions as a high-
bandwidth backbone switch for a server farm or as a high-bandwidth backbone switch for a super user
workgroup. The switch is an ideal upgrade for 100Mbps Ethernet networks. You can connect existing
switches, hubs or computers with Gigabit 1000Base-T Ethernet adapters to the switch.
1.4.1 Gigabit Switch for Server Farm
The following figure depicts a 24-port 100/1000 TX plus 2 Mini GBIC Switch connected to a
computer network and a server farm. For enterprise networks where large data broadcasts are
constantly processed, this switch is suitable for connecting departmental switches to the core Gigabit
switch through a number of servers. Connecting servers to the core Gigabit switch allows each end
station to rapidly access the server’s data and to smoothly communicate with all the devices in the
network.
