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Advanced Configuration

In this chapter

In this chapter you will learn how to use Advanced Configuration ef-

 

fectively. This chapter covers the Virtual LAN (VLAN), Routing and

 

IP Filtering features.

 

You can create logical network groups (VLANs) by segmenting the

 

switch; for example, according to the subnetting scheme within your

 

network. Each VLAN is an isolated group and the switch only for-

 

wards traffic between members of the same group. Communication

 

between groups can be implemented using routers.

 

Routing can be implemented using an external router or the internal

 

routing feature. The switch can run either stand-alone or distributed

 

VLANs. For single switches using stand-alone VLANs, the local

 

configuration (for example, ports) must be configured on each

 

switch. This does not apply to a stack. For distributed VLANs, the

 

global configuration of MAC and IP addresses is automatically dis-

 

tributed. Local policies are distributed within a stack, regardless of

 

the VLAN mode.

 

IP Filtering enables selective filtering of data traffic. It is available

 

when you are routing between nets or VLANs. It enables you to send

 

data packets to specific workstations or user groups across the

 

VLANs.

 

Note This switch is able to forward tagged frames from devices

 

supporting IEEE 802.1p/Q. These frames are only for-

 

warded to ports that are in the same VLAN.

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550F specifications

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