[c-nsp] Galvanic isolation for Ethernet?

[A.L.M.Buxey at lboro.ac.uk]

Hi,

> > http://datainterfaces.com/surge-protectors.aspx
> 
> They do not seem to offer galvanic isolation, I think they use gas
> discharge modules. How do I know they are any better than those we
> already have (APC ProtectNet)?

I dont. they are a choice thats out there - and define your 'galvanic isolation' ;-)

> You are not advising them from your own experience, are you?

nope. I havent used them as we have optical isolation (I feel I am now repeating
myself)   BUT if anyone has used them or if you try one out then please
come back with your experience of it.

alan