| Table of Contents |
Introduction | 10 |
Layer 3 Switching | 10 |
The Functions of a Layer 3 Switch | 11 |
Features | 11 |
Ports | 11 |
Performance Features | 11 |
Layer 2 Features | 11 |
Layer 3 Switch Features | 12 |
Traffic Classification and Prioritization | 13 |
Management | 13 |
Optional Redundant Power Supply | 14 |
Fast Ethernet Technology | 14 |
Gigabit Ethernet Technology | 14 |
Unpacking and Setup | 15 |
Unpacking | 15 |
Installation | 15 |
Desktop or Shelf Installation | 15 |
Rack Installation | 16 |
Power on | 17 |
Power Failure | 17 |
Identifying External Components | 18 |
Front Panel | 18 |
Rear Panel | 18 |
Side Panels | 19 |
Optional | 19 |
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GBIC | 21 |
LED Indicators | 21 |
Connecting The Switch | 22 |
Switch to End Node | 22 |
Switch to Hub or Switch | 22 |
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Switch Management and Operating Concepts | 24 |
Local Console Management | 24 |
Diagnostic (console) port | 24 |
IP Addresses and SNMP Community Names | 25 |
Traps | 26 |
SNMP | 27 |
MIBs | 28 |
Packet Forwarding | 28 |
Filtering | 29 |
Spanning Tree | 30 |
Link Aggregation | 35 |
VLANs | 37 |
IP Addresses | 41 |
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