WebView Switches

Switch Conf. (Configuration) Tab - GVRP Parameters

The name of this section is different depending on the type of Switch you are using. Gigabit Ethernet Switches show the GVRP Parameters screen. Fast Ethernet Switches show the PVE Mapping screen

NOTE: The GVRP Parameters screen applies to the SRW2048 model ONLY.

GVRP Parameters - Gigabit Ethernet Switches ONLY

GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) is specifically provided for automatic distribution of VLAN membership information among VLAN-aware bridges. GVRP allows VLAN-aware bridges to automatically learn VLANs to bridge ports mapping, without having to individually configure each bridge and register VLAN membership.

GVRP Global Status. This indicates if GVRP is enabled on the Switch.

Interface. This dIsplays the interface/port on which GVRP is enabled.

GVRP State. This indicates if GVRP is enabled on the interface.

Dynamic VLAN Creation. This indicates if Dynamic VLAN creation is enabled on the interface.

GVRP Registration. This indicates if VLAN registration through GVRP is enabled on the interface.

Figure 5-14: Switch Configuration - GVRP Parameters

To modify a GVRP, click the Edit icon, which looks like a pencil.

To apply changes made to a GVRP, click the Submit button.

Switch Conf. (Configuration) Tab - PVE Mapping

PVE Mapping performs the same functions on the Fast Ethernet Switch , as configuring a PVE uplink, using the interface screen on GE devices.

Group ID. This indicates the Group mapped on the Switch.

Group Members. This dIsplays the ports associated with this Group.

PVE Uplink. This indicates the type of PVE uplink.

Figure 5-15: Switch Configuration - PVE Mapping

To modify a PVE, click the Edit icon, which looks like a pencil.

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Linksys SRW248G4, SRW2048 manual Switch Conf. Configuration Tab Gvrp Parameters, Switch Conf. Configuration Tab PVE Mapping

SRW2016, SRW224G4, SRW2048, SRW248G4 specifications

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