5-4-6-2. Static MAC Address

When a static MAC address is added, it remains in the switch's address table, regardless of whether or not the device is physically connected to the switch. This saves the switch from having to re-learn a device's MAC address when the device is disconnected or powered-off.

To add a static MAC address:

1.Click on Administrator on the main menu.

2.Click on Filter Database.

3.Click Static MAC Addresses. In the MAC address box, enter the MAC address to and from which the port should permanently forward traffic, regardless of the devices network activity.

4.In the Port Number box, select a port number.

5.If tag-based (IEEE 802.1Q) VLANs are set up on the switch, static

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Milan Technology MIL-SME801GSX, MIL-SME801P, MIL-SME801GLX manual To add a static MAC address, Click on Filter Database