HP UX IPQos Software manual Attributes Associated with Policy Objects

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Using the HP-UX IPQoS API

Policy Objects

Policy objects define actions to perform on classes of traffic attached to the policy. A policy must have one or more unique filters attached to it. It is these filters which determine which classes of traffic the policy will govern. A policy is effectively ignored if it is not attached to any adapter.

Policy-related functions in the HP-UX IPQoS API allow programmers to create policies, assign (“set”) and access (“get”) values of their attributes, associate them with adapters, and traverse their filters’ lists.

Table 2-2 lists the attributes associated with policy objects.

Table 2-2	Attributes Associated with Policy Objects

Object Type		Attributes

Policy		unique name
		reservation bandwidth
		maximum bandwidth
		DSCP
		VLAN priority
		status

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Contents HP-UX IPQoS A.01.00 Programmer’s Guide Manufacturing Part Number OctoberWarranty Government LicenseCopyright Notice Trademark NoticesContents Return Codes Intended Audience New and Changed Documentation in This EditionTypographic Conventions What Is in This DocumentPublishing History Bold Related DocumentsHP-UX Release Name and Release Identifier Manpages HP Product DocumentationRelated RFCs Relevant RFCs RFCs DescriptionHP Welcomes Your Comments Overview Introduction Introduction to HP-UX IPQoS Background InformationHP-UX IPQoS Architecture Architectural OverviewIntroducing the HP-UX IPQoS API Introduction Programmatic Requirements Structural Overview How to Use the HP-UX IPQoS APIHP-UX IPQoS API Overview HP-UX IPQoS API Overview Manpages Return Codes Restoring Configurations to the Kernel after Reboot Sample ProgramUsing the HP-UX IPQoS API Session Types Using SessionsStarting a Session Terminating a Session Object StatusUsing Sessions Object Attributes Using ObjectsCreating, Copying and Destroying Objects Using Lists ListsRestrictions Attaching Objects to ListsTraversing Lists Code Example Traversing An Adapter List Do something with the policy list hereDeleting Policies and Filters Detaching From a List Filter Objects Filter OverlapAttributes Associated with Filter Objects Object Type AttributesFilter Objects Policy Objects Attributes Associated with Policy ObjectsAdapter Objects Attributes Associated with Adapter ObjectsObject Type Counters StatisticsCounters Kept for Statistics Troubleshooting General Tips Reporting Problems to HP Reporting Problems to HP Chapter Function Calls Session-Related Function Calls Table A-1 Session-Related Functions DescriptionAdapter-Related Function Calls Table A-2 Adapter-Related Functions DescriptionPolicy-Related Function Calls Table A-3 Policy-Related Functions DescriptionSet Vlan priority Filter-Related Function Calls Table A-4 Filter-Related Functions DescriptionGet priority of filter Filter Overlap-Related Function Calls Table A-5 Filter Overlap-Related Functions DescriptionFilter1 overlaps that Filter2Statistics-Related Function Calls Table A-6 Statistics-Related Functions DescriptionReturn Codes Return Codes, Mnemonics and Message Strings Table B-1 Return Codes with Mnemonics and Message StringsObject name is not set Return Codes, Mnemonics and Message Strings Appendix B Code Example Configuration Code Example Exit Else Return MainIpqosvaluemoderelative Configuration Code Example Appendix C Index Index Index

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UX IPQos Software specifications

HP-UX IPQoS is a sophisticated software solution designed to enhance the network performance of HP's Unix-based operating system, HP-UX. This software focuses on Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms that ensure efficient bandwidth utilization and prioritize network traffic to meet the demands of various applications.

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Security is also a critical focus of HP-UX IPQoS. The software provides mechanisms to enforce traffic policies while safeguarding against potential threats. By ensuring that only authorized traffic flows through the network, it minimizes the risk of attacks and data breaches, contributing to a more secure IT environment.

The user interface of HP-UX IPQoS is designed for ease of use, allowing network administrators to configure settings, monitor performance, and generate reports without extensive training. This user-friendliness accelerates the deployment process and enhances the overall management of network resources.

In summary, HP-UX IPQoS is a robust and versatile network management solution that brings substantial benefits to organizations looking to optimize their network performance. With its traffic prioritization features, integration capabilities, support for industry standards, and focus on security, it stands out as an essential tool for maintaining effective and secure network operations in a dynamically changing IT landscape.