Enterasys Matrix E1 1G694-13 Installation Guide

Network Requirements 2-1
2
Network Requirements
Before installing the switch, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter
concerning the following:
• 1000BASE-SX/LX network
(Section 2.1)
• 10-Gigabit Ethernet network (Section 2.2)
The network installation must meet the requirements to ensure satisfactory performance of this
equipment. Failure to do so will produce poor network performance.
2.1 1000BASE-SX/LX NETWORK
The fixed ports (1 through 8) are MT-RJ fiber optic ports that support 1000BASE-SX. The four
port sockets (9 through 12) support optional Mini-GBICs. The Mini-GBICs enable you to vary the
type of 1-Gbps ports. At the printing of this document there were three Mini-GBICs available: two
that support 1000BASE-SX and one that supports 1000BASE-LX fiber optic connections. The
device at the other end of the fiber connection must meet the 1-Gigabit Ethernet requirements for
the devices to operate at Gigabit speed.
Note: The Matrix E1 1G694-13 Configuration Guide and Cabling Guide, referred to in the
following sections, can be found on the Enterasys Networks World Wide Web site:
http://www.enterasys.com/support/manuals

Enterasys Matrix E1 1G694-13 Specifications

General

Brand	Enterasys
Model	Matrix E1 1G694-13
Category	Switch
Language	English