Chapter 6 Monitoring the Cisco Unified IP Phone Remotely

Network Statistics

Table 6-3

Ethernet Information Items (continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

 

 

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx broadcast

 

 

Total number of broadcast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx multicast

 

 

Total number of multicast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx unicast

 

 

Total number of unicast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RxPacketNoDes

 

 

Total number of shed packets caused by no Direct Memory Access (DMA) descriptor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

table below

Table 6-4

Network Items on the Cisco Unified IP Phone 6901

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

 

 

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tx Frames

 

 

Total number of packets transmitted by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tx broadcast

 

 

Total number of broadcast packets transmitted by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tx unicast

 

 

Total number of unicast packets transmitted by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx Frames

 

 

Total number of packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx broadcast

 

 

Total number of broadcast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx unicast

 

 

Total number of unicast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Neighbor Device ID

 

Identifier of a device connected to this port discovered by CDP protocol or LLDP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Neighbor IP Address

 

IP address of the neighbor device discovered by CDP protocol

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Neighbor Port

 

 

Neighbor device port to which the phone is connected discovered by CDP protocol

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP AgeoutsTotal

 

Total number of LLDP frames that have been time out in cache

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP FramesDiscardedTotal

Total number of LLDP frames that are discarded when any of the mandatory TLVs is

 

 

 

 

 

 

missing or out of order or contains out of range string length

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP FramesInErrorsTotal

Total number of LLDP frames that received with one or more detectable errors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP FramesInTotal

 

Total number of LLDP frames received on the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP TLVDiscardedTotal

 

Total number of LLDP TLVs that are discarded

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LLDP TLVUnrecognizedTotal

Total number of LLDP TLVs that are not recognized on the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Restart Cause

 

 

Reason for the last restart

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Port

 

 

Speed and duplex information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPv4

 

 

IPv4 Address

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 6-5

Network and Access Items on the Cisco Unified IP Phone 6911

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item

 

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx totalPkt

 

Total number of packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx crcErr

 

Total number of packets received with CRC failed

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx alignErr

 

Total number of packets received between 64 and 1522 bytes in length that have a bad Frame

 

 

 

 

 

Check Sequence (FCS)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx multicast

 

Total number of multicast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rx broadcast

 

Total number of broadcast packets received by the phone

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Cisco Systems 6901 manual Table below

6901 specifications

Cisco Systems 6901 is a versatile, compact, and powerful router designed to meet the networking needs of small to medium-sized businesses, as well as enterprise branch offices. This model is part of Cisco's ISR (Integrated Services Router) portfolio, which is known for its capability to integrate multiple services into a single platform, ensuring high efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

One of the main features of the Cisco 6901 is its ability to support advanced routing protocols, including RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP. This versatility allows for seamless integration into various network architectures, facilitating efficient communication and data transfer across multiple locations. The device is also built to handle high-bandwidth applications, making it an ideal choice for businesses that rely on robust network performance.

In terms of connectivity, Cisco 6901 offers multiple Ethernet ports, supporting both 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds. This ensures that users can connect a variety of devices, ranging from office computers to network printers, all while maintaining optimal network performance. Additionally, the router supports both LAN and WAN interfaces, providing flexibility in deployment options.

Security is a crucial aspect of networking, and the Cisco 6901 does not disappoint in this regard. It comes equipped with advanced security features, including firewall capabilities, intrusion prevention, and VPN support. These features ensure that sensitive business data is protected from unauthorized access, while also providing secure remote access for employees.

Another essential characteristic of the Cisco 6901 is its support for various multimedia applications. The router comes with Quality of Service (QoS) features that prioritize voice, video, and data traffic, ensuring high-quality performance for applications such as VoIP and video conferencing. This is particularly valuable in today's business landscape, where effective communication is critical for success.

The Cisco 6901 is also designed for ease of management and configuration. It features a user-friendly interface that simplifies the setup process, along with comprehensive monitoring tools that enable administrators to keep an eye on network performance and address any issues proactively.

In summary, the Cisco Systems 6901 is a powerful, feature-rich router that combines advanced routing capabilities with robust security measures and multimedia support. Its flexibility, ease of management, and comprehensive service integration make it an excellent choice for businesses seeking to enhance their networking infrastructure. With the Cisco 6901, organizations can achieve efficient communication, secure data exchange, and high-performance network operations, positioning themselves well for future growth.