The IFS EtherNav D7608 managed layer 2 Ethernet switch features up to nine optical 10/100 FX fast Ethernet ports. Optical Ethernet transmission is preferred when distances exceed the limits of traditional Category 5 cables. The device segments Ethernet network traffic to enhance performance and better allocate bandwidth. A managed switch allows the creation of virtual local area networks using software rather than hardware. IFS

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