The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of desktop computing applications are fuelling the need for high performance networks. 100BASE-T (Fast Ethernet) provides a cost-effective and high -performance solution for small workgroups, SMBs (Small to Medium Businesses), and any network supporting bandwith-intensive applications. Fast Ethernet technology operates at 10 times the speed of traditional Ethernet, offering maximum performance and enhanced capability for existing Ethernet-based networks.

100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a standard specified by the IEEE 802.3 LAN Committee. It is an extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with the ability to transmit and received data at 100 mbps, while maintainging the CSMA/CD Ethernet Protocol. Since the 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet is compatible with all other 10Mbps Ethernet environments, it provides a straightforward upgrade path and takes advantage of the existing investment in the hardware, software, and personnel training.