2H23-50R/2H33-37R User’s Guide2-1CHAPTER 2NETWORK REQUIREMENTSThis chapter contains networking guidelines. Before installing and usingthe 2H23-50R or an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module, review therequirements and specifications outlined in this chapter concerning thefollowing:• SmartTrunk (Section 2.1)• 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.2)• 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.3)• 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.4)The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactoryperformance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines mayproduce poor network performance.2.1 SmartTrunkTo connect the 2H23-50R or 2H33-37R into a network so that it can takeadvantage of the SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerningport connections and configurations that must be followed for properoperation. Refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide foradditional information.2.2 10BASE-T NETWORKWhen connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any ports of CONN 1 throughCONN 4 (2H23-50R) or CONN 1 through CONN 3 (2H33-37R), ensurethat the network meets the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet network requirements for10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.NOTEThe Cabletron SystemsCabling Guide andSmartTrunk User’sGuide, referred to in the following sections, is located on theCabletron Systems World Wide Website: http://www.cabletron.com/
