Vlan Commands, Editing Vlan Groups | SMC Networks SMC6824M specification

VLAN COMMANDS

VLAN Commands

A VLAN is a group of ports that can be located anywhere in the network, but communicate as though they belong to the same physical segment. This section describes commands used to create VLAN groups, add port members, specify how VLAN tagging is used, and enable automatic VLAN registration for the selected interface.

Table 4-57 VLAN Commands

Command Groups	Function	Page

Editing VLAN Groups	Sets up VLAN groups, including name, VID and	4-230
	state

Configuring VLAN	Configures VLAN interface parameters, including	4-232
Interfaces	ingress and egress tagging mode, ingress filtering,
	PVID, and GVRP

Displaying VLAN	Displays VLAN groups, status, port members, and	4-240
Information	MAC addresses

Configuring Private	Configures private VLANs, port mode, and	4-241
VLANs	primary/secondary associations

Editing VLAN Groups

Table 4-58 Editing VLAN Groups

Command	Function	Mode	Page

vlan database	Enters VLAN database mode to add,	GC	4-230
	change, and delete VLANs

vlan	Configures a VLAN, including VID, name	VC	4-231
	and state

vlan database

This command enters VLAN database mode. All commands in this mode will take effect immediately.

Default Setting

None

4-230

SMC6824M specifications

The SMC Networks SMC6824M is a robust and reliable managed switch that caters to the needs of small to mid-sized businesses, as well as enterprise environments. This switch is designed to provide enhanced performance, scalability, and security for network infrastructures that require efficient traffic management and comprehensive control.

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The SMC6824M employs advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities, giving network administrators the tools they need to manage their networks effectively. It supports features like VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) support and Quality of Service (QoS), ensuring efficient bandwidth management and enhanced performance for critical applications. Through VLAN segmentation, it can isolate network traffic for different departments or functions, enhancing security and reducing congestion.

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SMC Networks SMC6824M manual Vlan Commands, Editing Vlan Groups, Vlan database

Models: SMC6824M