GE instruction manual Multilink ML1200 Managed Field Switch Vlan, Vlan Description

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Chapter 10: VLAN

10.1VLAN Description

10.1.1 Overview

Short for virtual LAN (VLAN), a VLAN creates separate broadcast domains or network segments that can span multiple MultiLink ML1200 Managed Field Switchs. A VLAN is a group of ports designated by the switch as belonging to the same broadcast domain. The IEEE 802.1Q specification establishes a standard method for inserting VLAN membership information into Ethernet frames.

VLANs provide the capability of having two (or more) Ethernet segments co-exist on common hardware. The reason for creating multiple segments in Ethernet is to isolate broadcast domains. VLANs can isolate groups of users, or divide up traffic for security, bandwidth management, etc. VLANs are widely used today and are here to stay. VLANs need not be in one physical location. They can be spread across geography or topology. VLAN membership information can be propagated across multiple MultiLink ML1200 Managed Field Switchs.

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