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Figure 3-37 ACL Configuration - Extended IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-83 Figure 3-38 ACL Configuration - MAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-85 Figure 3-39 Binding a Port to an ACL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-86 Figure 3-40 Displaying Port/Trunk Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-88 Figure 3-41 Port/Trunk Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-92 Figure 3-42 Static Trunk Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-95 Figure 3-43 LACP Trunk Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-97 Figure 3-44 LACP - Aggregation Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-100 Figure 3-45 LACP - Port Counters Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-102 Figure 3-46 LACP - Port Internal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-105 Figure 3-47 LACP - Port Neighbors Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-107 Figure 3-48 Port Broadcast Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-109 Figure 3-49 Mirror Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-111 Figure 3-50 Rate Limit Granularity Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-112 Figure 3-51 Output Rate Limit Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-114 Figure 3-52 Port Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-119 Figure 3-53 Configuring a Static Address Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-122 Figure 3-54 Configuring a Dynamic Address Table . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-123 Figure 3-55 Setting the Address Aging Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-124 Figure 3-56 STA Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-128 Figure 3-57 STA Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-133 Figure 3-58 STA Port Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-137 Figure 3-59 STA Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-141 Figure 3-60 Enabling GVRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-146 Figure 3-61 VLAN Basic Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-147 Figure 3-62 Displaying Current VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-148 Figure 3-63 Configuring a VLAN Static List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-150 Figure 3-64 Configuring a VLAN Static Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-153 Figure 3-65 VLAN Static Membership by Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-154 Figure 3-66 VLAN Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-157 Figure 3-67 Private VLAN Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-160 Figure 3-68 Private VLAN Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-161 Figure 3-69 Private VLAN Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-162 Figure 3-70 Private VLAN Port Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-164 Figure 3-71 Private VLAN Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-166 Figure 3-72 Port Priority Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-168 Figure 3-73 Traffic Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-171

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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.