Allied Telesis VCStack Network Design Options Guide

This document discusses the design options of the VCStack network solution, including gigabit and 10/100 Ethernet, PoE and non-PoE, copper and fiber, non-blocking and blocking ratios, etc. Additionally, it presents the advantages of the VCStack technology solution and provides a configuration example.


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Brand
Allied Telesis
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
12
File format
PDF
File size
3.9 MB
Published
09 July, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
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About this manual

The document introduces a resilient network solution for small and medium enterprises created by combining Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack) and Link Aggregation. It emphasizes that the solution is not tied to a specific set of products or connectivity design, offering flexibility to meet different price points and performance requirements.

Seven specific example configurations are detailed to demonstrate the range of applications supported. These options cover scenarios such as high-performance gigabit access, cost-effective designs, fiber connectivity, long-distance stacking for multi-building campuses, and various Layer 3 edge/core arrangements.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Option 1: High performance gigabit to the desktop
  • Option 2: Cost effective gigabit to the desktop
  • Option 3: High density gigabit to the desktop
  • Option 4: Fibre to the desktop
  • Option 5: Long Distance Stacking
  • Option 6: L3 PoE at the edge
  • Option 7: Extremely cost-effective networking

Frequently asked questions

What is the main advantage of the VCStack solution?

The advantages are presented in the 'VCStack - Powerful Simplicity' technology solution, and an example configuration is detailed in the 'VCStack x900 Tested Solution'.

Is the VCStack solution tied to a particular set of products?

No, this solution is not tied to a particular set of products or to a specific connectivity design.

What are the applications for Option 1 (High performance gigabit)?

The applications include Data Centre, Hospital, and Enterprise with high LAN bandwidth requirements.

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