The SmartSwitch 2000 Chassis View

Errors

If you choose the Errors mode, the interface boxes will display the percentage of the total number of valid packets processed by each port during the last polling interval that were error packets. This percentage reflects the number of errors generated during the last polling interval by devices connected to that port compared to the total number of valid packets processed by the port.

NOTES

In NetSight Element Manager, the polling interval is set using the Options window, accessed via the Tools—>Optionsoption from the primary window’s menu bar. Refer to the User’s Guide for information on setting device polling intervals.

I/F Mapping

If you choose the I/F Mapping mode, the interface boxes will display the interface number (ifIndex) associated with each port in the SmartSwitch 2000.

I/F Speed

If you choose the I/F Speed mode, the interface boxes will display the bandwidth of each individual port on the SmartSwitch 2000: 10M (megabits) for standard Ethernet; 100M for Fast Ethernet, 155.5 M for ATM; and 1.00 G for Gigabit Ethernet.

I/F Type

If you choose the I/F Type mode, the interface boxes will display the interface type of each port on the SmartSwitch 2000, e.g., Eth (ethernet-csmacd), ATM, or FDDI. Note that there is no type distinction between standard Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet.

Port status view options for an Ethernet MicroLAN Switch are:

Load

If you choose Load, the port text boxes will display the percentage of network load processed by each port during the last polling interval. This percentage reflects the network load generated by devices connected to the port compared to the theoretical maximum load (10, 100, 155.5, or 1000 Mbps) of the connected network.

Status

You can view three status categories for your ports which reflect six possible Admin/Link, Admin, or Link Status conditions:

Admin/Link — ON, OFF, SEG (segmented), or NLK (not linked)

Admin — ON or OFF

Link — LNK (link), NLK (not linked), or N/A (not available)

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Enterasys Networks 2000 manual Errors, Mapping, Speed, Type

2000 specifications

Enterasys Networks, a key player in the networking space in 2000, was renowned for its innovative solutions that combined high-performance networking with robust security features. Founded with the vision of providing enterprise-level networking infrastructure, Enterasys positioned itself to cater to the growing demands of business networks during the dot-com boom.

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The company also embraced the rising trend of wireless networking, providing solutions that combined wired and wireless technologies for a unified experience. Enterasys Wireless LAN solutions were groundbreaking at the time, offering seamless connectivity and security to mobile devices, thereby enhancing productivity and flexibility within enterprise environments.

In addition to hardware, Enterasys developed network management software that simplified the administration of complex networks. This software enabled IT professionals to monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security policies efficiently.

Overall, Enterasys Networks in 2000 was characterized by its commitment to delivering secure, intelligent networking solutions that catered to the needs of modern enterprises. With its innovative technologies and features, Enterasys played a significant role in shaping the networking landscape, laying the groundwork for future advancements in network security and management.