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Preferred Distributed I/O Network Topologies
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Original instructions
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Preferred Distributed I/O Network Topologies
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Topology Type
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Definition
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Example
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star
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In a star topology, all single-port Ethernet devices are connected through an intermediate device, such as a DRS.
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ring (loop)
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In a ring topology (also known as a daisy chain loop), dual-port Ethernet devices that support RSTP are connected in a ring. With a ring topology, network redundancy is achieved.
NOTE: Single-port Ethernet devices can connect to a ring via a ConneXium extended managed switch (not required to be configured as a DRS) that is part of the ring. The graphic to the right displays this topology. |
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mesh
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In a mesh topology, single-port Ethernet devices are connected to each other through intermediate devices, such as a ConneXium extended managed switch (not required to be configured as a DRS). With a mesh topology, network redundancy is possible.
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