Cabletron Systems 6E233-49 SmartSwitch 6000 User Manual

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Overview1-6 Introduction1.1.10 GARP Switch OperationSome or all ports on the switch may be activated to operate under the Generic AttributeRegistration Protocol (GARP) applications, GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) and/orGARP Multicast Registration Protocol (GMRP).GARP is a protocol, or set of rules, that outlines a mechanism for propagating the port state and/oruser information throughout a bridged LAN to keep track of users and VLANs on the networkfabric. MAC bridges and end users alike can take part in the registration and de-registration ofGARP attributes such as VLAN and multicast group membership. For more details on how GVRPand GMRP handle frames under GARP, and how to configure the switch ports to take advantage ofthis operation, refer to the SmartSwitch Series 6H202, 6H203, 6H252, 6H253, 6H258, 6H259,6H262, 6E233, and 6E253 Local Management User’s Guide.1.1.11 802.1 Port PriorityIEEE 802.1 port priority is incorporated in the IEEE 802.1D standard. It is used to assign a defaultpriority to the frames received without priority information in their tag header, to map prioritizedframes to the appropriate transmit queues, and to prioritize frames according to protocol type.1.1.12 ManagementManagement of the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch module and 6C105 chassis is accomplished usingLocal Management application or remote SNMP management stations. Local Management isaccessible through the RS232 COM port on the front panel using a local VT100 terminal, or aremote VT100 terminal via a modem connection, and in-band via a Telnet connection. In-bandremote management is possible through any SNMP compliant Network Management Software.Local Management, as described in this user’s guide, provides the ability to manage the 6E233-49.Local Management information for non-Ethernet HSIMs or VHSIMs is included in theirrespective user’s guide. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the Related Manuals section inthe About This Guide section.1.1.13 Switching OptionsThe 6E233-49 SmartSwitch provides 802.1Q switching or SecureFast Switching Virtual NetworkServices between all of the front panel interfaces including any optional HSIMs. In the 802.1Qmode (the default mode of operation), the switch functions as an 802.1D switch until VLANs areconfigured. SecureFast switching and IEEE 802.1Q switching allow migration to Virtual Networktechnologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment.Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com