CONTENTS

Configuring VLAN Behavior for Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . 3-156 Private VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-159 Displaying Current Private VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-160 Configuring Private VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-162 Associating VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-163 Displaying Private VLAN Interface Information . . . . . . 3-164 Configuring Private VLAN Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-166 Class of Service Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-168 Layer 2 Queue Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-168 Setting the Default Priority for Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-168 Mapping CoS Values to Egress Queues . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-170 Selecting the Queue Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-173 Setting the Service Weight for Traffic Classes . . . . . . . . . 3-174 Layer 3/4 Priority Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-175 Mapping Layer 3/4 Priorities to CoS Values . . . . . . . . . . 3-175 Selecting IP Precedence/DSCP Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-176 Mapping IP Precedence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-176 Mapping DSCP Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-178 Mapping IP Port Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-180 Mapping CoS Values to ACLs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-182

Multicast Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-184 Layer 2 IGMP (Snooping and Query) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-185 Configuring IGMP Snooping and Query Parameters . . . 3-185 Displaying Interfaces Attached to a Multicast Router . . 3-188 Specifying Static Interfaces for a Multicast Router . . . . . 3-189 Displaying Port Members of Multicast Services . . . . . . . 3-190 Assigning Ports to Multicast Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-192

4 Command Line Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Using the Command Line Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Accessing the CLI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Console Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Telnet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Entering Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Keywords and Arguments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Minimum Abbreviation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Command Completion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

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SMC6752AL2 specifications

The SMC Networks SMC6752AL2 is a robust and versatile gigabit Ethernet switch designed to cater to the demands of medium to large enterprise networks. This switch delivers an impressive combination of performance, flexibility, and manageability, making it an ideal solution for businesses seeking to enhance their network infrastructure.

One of the standout features of the SMC6752AL2 is its 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing for high-speed network connections to a variety of devices such as servers, workstations, and other networked equipment. Additionally, the switch includes 4 SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) slots that provide options for connecting to other networking devices via fiber optics, enhancing the versatility of the network configuration.

The SMC6752AL2 supports advanced Layer 2 switching capabilities, which are crucial for efficient data handling and traffic management. With features such as VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) support, the switch can segment network traffic to improve performance and security while effectively managing broadcast domains. It supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging, allowing for better network segmentation and isolation of different types of traffic.

Moreover, the switch is equipped with Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize critical data transmissions. This is essential for applications requiring real-time data flow, such as VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) and video conferencing. The SMC6752AL2's QoS capabilities enable users to classify and prioritize traffic, ensuring a smooth and seamless experience for bandwidth-intensive applications.

The SMC6752AL2 also includes features such as port mirroring and link aggregation, enhancing the monitoring and management capabilities of the network. Port mirroring allows administrators to duplicate traffic from one port to another for analysis and troubleshooting, while link aggregation enables combining multiple connections for increased bandwidth and redundancy.

In terms of security, the switch supports802.1X port-based authentication, providing a layer of network access control that ensures only authorized users can connect. This feature, combined with the ability to create access control lists (ACLs), helps to safeguard the network against unauthorized access and other potential threats.

Overall, the SMC Networks SMC6752AL2 is a feature-rich Ethernet switch that offers reliable performance and advanced capabilities for managing enterprise networks. Its combination of port density, layer 2 switching features, QoS functionalities, and enhanced security makes it an excellent choice for organizations looking to expand or upgrade their networking solutions. With the SMC6752AL2, businesses can maintain high-performance connectivity and effective network management tailored to their specific operational needs.