Description
Access routers and switches connect subnets to the distribution layer. In some cases, the access router/switch functionality is combined with the distribution and workgroup layer switches so that a single box performs the functions of access, distribution and/or workgroup layers.
Brick Information
Tactical
(0-2 years)
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Strategic
(2-5 years)
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- Cisco Systems
- Enterasys Networks
- Extreme Networks
- Foundry Networks
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- Cisco Systems
- Enterasys Networks
- Extreme Networks
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Retirement
(To be eliminated)
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Containment
(No new development)
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- 3Com
- Asante
- Cabletron Systems
- JDS Uniphase
- Marconi
- Networth (now HP Compaq)
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Baseline
(Today)
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Emerging
(To track)
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- 3Com
- Asante
- Cabletron Systems (now Enterasys Networks)
- Cisco Systems
- Extreme Networks
- Foundry Networks
- HP Compaq
- JDS Uniphase
- Marconi
- Networth (now HP Compaq)
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Comments
Time Table
This architecture definition approved on:
February 8, 2005
The next review is scheduled in:
TBD