Appendix A: Software Specifications

Software Features

Authentication

Local, RADIUS, TACACS, Port (802.1X), HTTPS, SSH, Port Security

Access Control Lists IP, MAC (up to 88 lists)

DHCP Client

Port Configuration

100BASE-TX: 10/100 Mbps, half/full duplex

1000BASE-T: 10/100 Mbps at half/full duplex, 1000 Mbps at full duplex

Flow Control

Full Duplex: IEEE 802.3-2002

Half Duplex: Back pressure

Broadcast Storm Control

Traffic throttled above a critical threshold

Port Mirroring

One source port, one destination port

Rate Limits Input Limit Output limit

Range (configured per port)

Port Trunking

Static trunks (Cisco EtherChannel compliant) Dynamic trunks (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)

Spanning Tree Algorithm

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP, IEEE 802.1D)

Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP, IEEE 802.1w)

VLAN Support

Up to 255 groups; port-based or tagged (802.1Q), GVRP for automatic VLAN learning, private VLANs

Class of Service

Supports four levels of priority and Weighted Round Robin Queueing (which can be configured by VLAN tag or port),

Layer 3/4 priority mapping: IP Port, IP Precedence, IP DSCP

Multicast Filtering

IGMP Snooping (Layer 2)

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GSW-2692 specifications

The LevelOne GSW-2692 is an advanced Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch that is designed to cater to the networking needs of both small and medium-sized enterprises. Highly regarded for its reliability and performance, the GSW-2692 offers 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling seamless and high-speed data transfers across connected devices. With its robust design and versatile capabilities, this switch has earned its place as an essential component in modern IT infrastructure.

One of the standout features of the GSW-2692 is its extensive support for advanced networking technologies. The switch includes support for IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, which allows users to create separate virtual networks for improved traffic management and enhanced security. By segregating network traffic, businesses can optimize bandwidth usage and reduce congestion, contributing to overall increased network performance.

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