ccdw@hippo.ru.ac.za (Dave Wilson) (06/18/91)
What is the general feeling as regards the maximum optimal load on an
Ethernet-based system? (IE. when would one consider bridging?). I have
heard a utilisation figure of 15-20 percent as being the most that can
be expected before running into overloading difficulties. Does anyone
have any references and/or experiences to share?
BTW, I have been running NETMON and LANWatch which seem to give a good
indication of our current network load.
Please email and I will summarise.
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In article <ccdw.677255279@hippo>, ccdw@hippo.ru.ac.za (Dave Wilson) says: >What is the general feeling as regards the maximum optimal load on an >Ethernet-based system? (IE. when would one consider bridging?). I have Well, you are asking the "technical" question, based on usage. Let me suggest the "organizational" answer. Collect usage data. Plot it. As soon as the trend starts to point upwards, put in a bridge on an experimental basis. That way, when you get to where you really *need* a bridge, you and your staff will know how to do it. In fact, I think we would all be better off if every network came with a bridge in it, from day one. 8-) lee