In this example, ports 5 and 6 have previously been configured as a trunk group.

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Optimizing Port Usage Through Traffic Control and Port Trunking

Viewing Port Status and Configuring Port Parameters

Menu: Viewing Port Status and Configuring Port Parameters

From the menu interface, you can configure and view all port parameter settings and view all port status indicators.

Using the Menu To View Port Status. The menu interface displays the status for ports and (if configured) a trunk group.

From the Main Menu, select:

1.Status and Counters . . .3.Port StatusFigure 6-11. Example of the Port Status ScreenUsing the Menu To Configure Ports.

The menu interface uses the same screen for configuring both individual ports and port trunk groups. For information on port trunk groups, see “Port Trunking” on page 6-10.

1.From the Main Menu, Select:

2.Switch Configuration...

2.Port/Trunk Settings

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