The Catalyst 5000s and 4000 Router will be installed on a FDDI ring. Each of the Catalyst 2800s will be connected to a Catalyst 5000 on a dedicated 100 Mb fast Ethernet fiber link. This will provide a user density of no more than 24 users on an individual 100 Mb fiber link. Virtual LANs offer the capability of isolating workgroup traffic to an individual server. This method offers the ultimate in throughput and traffic control.
Network traffic is isolated between the user workstation and the servers that support it.
Switched technology will support the network needs of for many years to come and provide a logical upgrade path when newer faster technologies, like ATM, can be supported. Remote PPP services for faculty and staff will be supported by the addition of two 16 port remote access servers. They will provide multi-protocol access for 28.8 kbps dialup users. Estrella Mountain will not request buy back credit for any previously purchased machines. The structure of 's planning process begins with the Leadership Council whose 23 members represent all levels of campus leadership.