Abstract

Ethernet switches provide network access connectivity in IP metro and enterprise networks. Switches should provide high performance and high functionality but should also be easy to use.

ZTE Corporation commissioned Tolly to evaluate the ZTE ZXR10 2900E series L2 switches that provide Fast Ethernet access interfaces. The 2900E series switches are equipped with full VLAN, multicast, QoS and security features to provide high-quality access service. Some members of the 2900E series are able to provide Power over Ethernet capability.

Tolly benchmarked the performance of the ZXR10 2952E switch and validated the functionality common to the series including interoperability with the Cisco 7604 Router. Tests show that 2900E also provides many easy-to-maintain features to simplify deployment and operation. Performance tests showed that the ZXR10 2952E delivers line rate throughput across all of its 48 Fast Ethernet and 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports.