NETGEAR FS 726 User Manual

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CHAPTER 3:APPLICATIONS
The FS726 and FS750 Switches are designed to provide flexibility in configuring your
network connections. Both switches can be used as stand-alone devices or used with 10
Mbps hubs, 100 Mbps hubs, or 10/100 Mbps switches.This chapter shows how the
FS726 and FS750 Switches can be used in various network environments.
Topics include:
• Desktop switching
• Segment switching and bridging from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps
• Media compatibility and conversion
Desktop Switching
The FS726 and FS750 Switches can be used as desktop switches to build a small
network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. A full-duplex
adapter card installed in the server can provide 2000 Mbps full-duplex connection.
Figure 3-1.Example of Desktop Switching
100 Mbps
1000 Mbps
10 Mbps
Model FS726
Switch
Model FS750
Switch
Server
Server

NETGEAR FS 726 Specifications

General

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	FS 726
Category	Network Router
Language	English