Network Topologies
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3.1 Network Topologies
Which network topologies can be implemented?
With an Industrial Ethernet media converter of the SCALANCE X-100 series, bus and star
topologies can be implemented. In addition, it is possible to couple rings and the usage of
two identical media converters
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in a ring network. Please compare in chapter 4 Product
Characteristics, subsection Cascade, of the concerning media converter.
Bus Topology
Figure 3-1 Electrical/optical bus topology with SCALANCE X101-1
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Only SCALANCE X101-1 or SCALANCE X101-1LD or SCALANCE X101-1POF
Industrial Ethernet Media Converters SCALANCE X-100 Series
Commissioning Manual, 07/2008, A2B00051521A
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