D-Link adds full featured Layer2+ Gigabit Switch Family to its successful xStack Range
London, 2 March 2006 – D-Link, the end-to-end networking solutions provider for consumers and business, today announces the launch of two next generation Layer2+ Gigabit switches that offer SMB’s and enterprises unparalleled performance, flexibility, security and multi-layer Quality of Service (QoS).
The xStack DGS-3400 series offers high Gigabit port densities for desktop connections, SDP fibre connectivity, 10-Gigabit Ethernet uplink options and enhances Layer2+ functions. The switches comprise the workgroup access-layer stack for seamless integration with L3 core switches to form part of a multi-level network structured with high-speed backbone and centralised servers.
“Our xStack business switch range encompasses switches for all business needs and we are constantly evolving and developing the portfolio to deliver solutions for needs that customers highlight to us” explains Osbert Ong, Product Manager D-Link Europe. The featured Layer2+ family gives SMB and workgroups a cost-effective high performance solution that integrates many Layer3 features and functionalities whilst offering the flexibility smaller businesses require within their network” continues Ong, “thereby recognising the unique requirements each business has”.
The DGS-3400 family features models with 24 and 48 Gigabit ports respectively, offering advanced core features including,
§ 4 Combo
§ Up to 3 open slots for optional 10-Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
§ Virtual stacking of up to 32 units or physical high speed stacking
§ IPv6 Ready (IPv6 Access Control List, IPv6 Class of Service)
§ Enhanced Layer2+ offering more than Layer2 functionality
§ L2/L3/L4 Multi-layer Access Control List and QoS
§ Advanced security such as TACACS+, MAC-IP binding
§ Extensive VLAN support including GARP/GVRP
§ Traffic segmentation and bandwidth control down to 64Kbps granularity
As all our xStack switches, the DGS-3400 models support Zone Defense, D-Link’s unique proactive network security feature and come with our business class service and support suite.
For more information, please visit: www.dlink.co.uk/xStack/
