Configuring Port Characteristics 45718Configuring Port CharacteristicsThis chapter describes how to configure physical switch port characteristics,including settings such as administrative status and Green Ethernet settings.This chapter also describes the link dependency feature.The topics covered in this chapter include:• Port Overview• Default Port Values• Configuring Port Characteristics (Web)• Configuring Port Characteristics (CLI)• Port Configuration ExamplesPort OverviewA port is a physical interface. Cables physically connect ports on devices suchas PCs or servers to ports on the switch to provide access to the network. Thenumber and type of physical ports available on your PowerConnect 7000Series switch depends on the model.What Physical Port Characteristics Can Be Configured?Table 18-1 provides a summary of the physical characteristics that can beconfigured on the switch ports.Table 18-1. Port CharacteristicsFeature DescriptionAdministrative status Controls whether the port is administrativelyenabled or disabled.Description Provides a text-based description of the port.Auto negotiation Enables a port to advertise its transmission rate,duplex mode and flow control abilities to itspartner.
