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Configuring a Standard IP ACL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-80 Configuring an Extended IP ACL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-82 Configuring a MAC ACL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-84 Binding a Port to an Access Control List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-86

Port Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-88 Displaying Connection Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-88 Configuring Interface Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-91 Creating Trunk Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-93 Statically Configuring a Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-95 Enabling LACP on Selected Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-97 Configuring LACP Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-99 Displaying LACP Port Counters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-103 Displaying LACP Settings and Status for the Local Side 3-104 Displaying LACP Settings and Status for the Remote Side3-107 Setting Broadcast Storm Thresholds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-109 Configuring Port Mirroring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-111 Configuring Rate Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-113 Rate Limit Granularity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-113 Rate Limit Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-114 Showing Port Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-115

Address Table Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-122 Setting Static Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-122 Displaying the Address Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-123 Changing the Aging Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-125 Spanning Tree Algorithm Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-125 Displaying Global Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-127 Configuring Global Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-131 Displaying Interface Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-135 Configuring Interface Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-139 VLAN Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-142 IEEE 802.1Q VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-142 Enabling or Disabling GVRP (Global Setting) . . . . . . . 3-147 Displaying Basic VLAN Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-147 Displaying Current VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-148 Creating VLANs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-150 Adding Static Members to VLANs (VLAN Index) . . . . 3-152 Adding Static Members to VLANs (Port Index) . . . . . . . 3-154

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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.
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