ZyXEL Communications Dimension GS-3012F User manual

GS-3012/GS-3012F
Gigabit Ethernet Switch
User’s Guide
Version 3.60 (ABM.4, ABN.5)
3/2006
Edition 2

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3 Interference Statements and Warnings
Interference Statements and
Warnings
FCC Statement
This switch complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1This switch may not cause harmful interference.
2This switch must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operations.
FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital switch, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CE Mark Warning:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Taiwanese BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection) A Warning:
Notice 1
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Safety Warnings
For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG (American Wire Gauge) or larger telecommunication
line cord.
• Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous high
voltage points or other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel can service the device. Please contact
your vendor for further information.
• Use ONLY the dedicated power supply for your device. Connect the power cord or power adaptor to
the right supply voltage (110V AC in North America or 230V AC in Europe).
• Do NOT use the device if the power supply is damaged as it might cause electrocution.
• If the power supply is damaged, remove it from the power outlet.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power supply. Contact your local vendor to order a new power supply.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stumble over them. Do NOT
allow anything to rest on the power cord and do NOT locate the product where anyone can walk on
the power cord.
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical, gas or water pipes will be damaged.
• Do NOT install nor use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampness, dust or corrosive liquids.
• Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
• Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
• Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as insufficient airflow may harm your device.
• Do NOT store things on the device.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device.

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5ZyXEL Limited Warranty
ZyXEL Limited Warranty
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components to proper operating condition. Any replacement will consist of a new or re-manufactured
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warranty shall not apply if the product is modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by an act of God, or
subjected to abnormal working conditions.
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Table of Contents
Copyright .................................................................................................................. 2
Interference Statements and Warnings.................................................................. 3
ZyXEL Limited Warranty ......................................................................................... 5
Customer Support ................................................................................................... 6
Table of Contents..................................................................................................... 8
List of Figures ........................................................................................................ 18
List of Tables .......................................................................................................... 22
Preface.................................................................................................................... 26
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your Switch................................................................................ 30
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................ 30
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................ 30
1.2.1 Hardware Features .................................................................................. 30
1.2.2 Firmware Features ................................................................................... 31
1.3 Applications ....................................................................................................... 33
1.3.1 Backbone Application .............................................................................. 33
1.3.2 Bridging Example ..................................................................................... 34
1.3.3 High Performance Switched Workgroup Example ................................... 34
1.3.4 IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Application Examples .............................................. 35
1.3.4.1 Tag-based VLAN Workgroup Example ........................................... 35
1.3.4.2 VLAN Shared Server Example ....................................................... 36
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation and Connection ................................................................ 38
2.1 Installation Scenarios ........................................................................................ 38
2.2 Desktop Installation Procedure ......................................................................... 38
2.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack ........................................................................ 39
2.3.1 Rack-mounted Installation Requirements ................................................ 39
2.3.1.1 Precautions .................................................................................... 39
2.3.2 Attaching the Mounting Brackets to the Switch ........................................ 39
2.3.3 Mounting the Switch on a Rack ................................................................ 40

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Chapter 3
Hardware Overview................................................................................................ 41
3.1 Safety Warnings ................................................................................................ 41
3.2 Front Panel ....................................................................................................... 41
3.2.1 Console Port ............................................................................................ 42
3.2.2 Gigabit Ports ........................................................................................... 43
3.2.2.1 Default Ethernet Negotiation Settings ............................................ 43
3.2.2.2 Auto-crossover ............................................................................... 43
3.2.3 Mini GBIC Slots ........................................................................................ 44
3.2.3.1 Transceiver Installation .................................................................. 44
3.2.3.2 Transceiver Removal ...................................................................... 44
3.2.4 Management Port ..................................................................................... 45
3.3 Rear Panel ......................................................................................................... 45
3.3.1 Power Connector ..................................................................................... 46
3.4 Front Panel LEDs ............................................................................................. 46
3.5 Configuring the Switch ....................................................................................... 47
Chapter 4
Introducing the Web Configurator .................................................................... 48
4.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................ 48
4.2 System Login ..................................................................................................... 48
4.3 Status Screen .................................................................................................... 49
4.3.1 Change Your Password ........................................................................... 52
4.4 Switch Lockout .................................................................................................. 52
4.5 Resetting the Switch ......................................................................................... 53
4.5.1 Logging Out of the Web Configurator ...................................................... 54
4.5.2 Help .......................................................................................................... 54
Chapter 5
System Status and Port Details ............................................................................ 55
5.1 About System Statistics and Information ........................................................... 55
5.2 Port Status Summary ......................................................................................... 55
5.2.1 Port Details ............................................................................................... 56
Chapter 6
Basic Setting .......................................................................................................... 60
6.1 Introducing the Basic Setting Screens ............................................................... 60
6.2 System Information ........................................................................................... 60
6.3 General Setup ................................................................................................... 62
6.4 Introduction to VLANs ........................................................................................ 64
6.5 Switch Setup Screen ......................................................................................... 64
6.6 IP Setup ............................................................................................................. 66
6.7 Port Setup .......................................................................................................... 68

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Chapter 7
VLAN ....................................................................................................................... 70
7.1 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLAN ....................................................... 70
7.1.1 Forwarding Tagged and Untagged Frames .............................................. 70
7.1.2 Automatic VLAN Registration .................................................................. 71
7.1.2.1 GARP ............................................................................................ 71
7.1.2.2 GARP Timers .................................................................................. 71
7.1.2.3 GVRP ............................................................................................. 71
7.1.3 Port VLAN Trunking ................................................................................. 72
7.2 802.1Q VLAN .................................................................................................... 72
7.2.1 802.1Q VLAN Port Settings ..................................................................... 74
7.2.2 802.1Q Static VLAN ................................................................................. 75
7.2.3 Viewing and Editing VLAN Settings ......................................................... 76
7.2.3.1 VID1 Example Screen .................................................................... 77
7.3 Introduction to Port-based VLANs ..................................................................... 77
7.3.1 Configuring a Port-based VLAN ............................................................... 77
Chapter 8
Static MAC Forward Setup.................................................................................... 80
8.1 Introduction to Static MAC Forward Setup ........................................................ 80
8.2 Configuring Static MAC Forwarding .................................................................. 80
8.3 Viewing and Editing Static MAC Forwarding Rules ........................................... 81
Chapter 9
Filtering................................................................................................................... 82
9.1 Introduction to Filtering ...................................................................................... 82
9.2 Configuring a Filtering Rule ............................................................................... 82
9.3 Viewing and Editing Filter Rules ........................................................................ 83
Chapter 10
Spanning Tree Protocol......................................................................................... 84
10.1 Introduction to Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) ................................................. 84
10.1.1 STP Terminology .................................................................................... 84
10.1.2 How STP Works ..................................................................................... 85
10.1.3 STP Port States ...................................................................................... 85
10.2 STP Status ....................................................................................................... 85
10.2.1 Configuring STP ..................................................................................... 87
Chapter 11
Bandwidth Control................................................................................................. 89
11.1 Introduction to Bandwidth Control .................................................................... 89
11.1.1 CIR and PIR ........................................................................................... 89
11.1.2 Bandwidth Control Setup ....................................................................... 89

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Chapter 12
Broadcast Storm Control ...................................................................................... 91
12.1 Introducing Broadcast Storm Control .............................................................. 91
12.2 Configuring Broadcast Storm Control .............................................................. 91
Chapter 13
Mirroring ................................................................................................................. 93
13.1 Introduction to Port Mirroring ........................................................................... 93
13.2 Port Mirroring Configuration ............................................................................ 93
Chapter 14
Link Aggregation ................................................................................................... 95
14.1 Introduction to Link Aggregation ...................................................................... 95
14.1.1 Dynamic Link Aggregation ..................................................................... 95
14.1.2 Link Aggregation ID ................................................................................ 96
14.2 Link Aggregation Protocol Status ................................................................... 96
14.3 Link Aggregation Setup ................................................................................... 97
Chapter 15
Port Authentication.............................................................................................. 100
15.1 Introduction to Authentication ........................................................................ 100
15.1.1 RADIUS ................................................................................................ 100
15.2 Configuring Port Authentication .................................................................... 100
15.2.1 Configuring RADIUS Server Settings ................................................... 101
15.2.2 Configuring IEEE802.1x ...................................................................... 101
Chapter 16
Port Security......................................................................................................... 103
16.1 About Port Security ........................................................................................ 103
16.2 Port Security Setup ........................................................................................ 103
Chapter 17
Access Control..................................................................................................... 105
17.1 About Access Control .................................................................................... 105
17.2 Access Control Overview .............................................................................. 105
17.3 About SNMP .................................................................................................. 106
17.3.1 Supported MIBs ................................................................................... 107
17.3.2 SNMP Traps ........................................................................................ 107
17.3.3 Configuring SNMP ............................................................................... 108
17.3.4 Setting Up Login Accounts .................................................................. 108
17.4 SSH Overview ............................................................................................... 110
17.5 How SSH works ............................................................................................. 110
17.6 SSH Implementation ......................................................................................111

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17.6.1 Requirements for Using SSH ................................................................111
17.7 Introduction to HTTPS ....................................................................................111
17.7.1 HTTPS Example .................................................................................. 112
17.7.2 Internet Explorer Warning Messages ................................................... 112
17.7.3 Netscape Navigator Warning Messages .............................................. 113
17.7.4 Login Screen ........................................................................................ 113
17.8 Service Access Control ................................................................................. 115
17.9 Remote Management .................................................................................... 115
Chapter 18
Queuing Method....................................................................................................117
18.1 Introduction to Queuing ................................................................................. 117
18.1.1 Strict Priority Queuing (SPQ) ............................................................... 117
18.1.2 Weighted Round Robin Scheduling (WRR) ......................................... 118
18.2 Configuring Queuing ...................................................................................... 118
Chapter 19
Classifier .............................................................................................................. 120
19.1 About the Classifier and QoS ........................................................................ 120
19.2 Configuring the Classifier .............................................................................. 120
19.3 Viewing and Editing Classifier Configuration ................................................. 123
19.4 Classifier Example ......................................................................................... 124
Chapter 20
Policy Rule............................................................................................................ 125
20.1 About Policy Rules ........................................................................................ 125
20.1.1 DiffServ ............................................................................................... 125
20.1.2 DSCP and Per-Hop Behavior .............................................................. 125
20.2 Configuring Policy Rules ............................................................................... 125
20.3 Viewing and Editing Policy Configuration ...................................................... 128
20.4 Policy Example .............................................................................................. 129
Chapter 21
Multicast ............................................................................................................... 131
21.1 Multicast Overview ........................................................................................ 131
21.1.1 IP Multicast Addresses ......................................................................... 131
21.1.2 IGMP Filtering ...................................................................................... 131
21.1.3 IGMP Snooping ................................................................................... 131
21.2 Multicast Status ............................................................................................. 132
21.3 Multicast Setup ............................................................................................. 132
21.4 IGMP Filtering Profile ................................................................................... 134
21.5 MVR Overview ............................................................................................... 135
21.5.1 Types of MVR Ports ............................................................................. 136

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21.5.2 MVR Modes ......................................................................................... 136
21.5.3 How MVR Works .................................................................................. 136
21.6 General MVR Configuration ......................................................................... 137
21.7 MVR Group Configuration ............................................................................ 138
21.7.1 MVR Configuration Example ................................................................ 140
Chapter 22
DHCP Relay .......................................................................................................... 142
22.1 DHCP Relay Overview .................................................................................. 142
22.1.1 DHCP “Relay Agent Information Option” ............................................. 142
22.1.2 DHCP Relay Agent Circuit ID Sub-option Format ................................ 142
22.2 DHCP Relay Configuration ........................................................................... 142
Chapter 23
Routing Protocol ................................................................................................. 144
23.1 Static Route .................................................................................................. 144
Chapter 24
Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 146
24.1 Maintenance .................................................................................................. 146
24.2 Firmware Upgrade ......................................................................................... 146
24.3 Restore a Configuration File .......................................................................... 147
24.4 Backing Up a Configuration File .................................................................... 147
24.5 Load Factory Defaults ................................................................................... 148
24.6 Reboot System .............................................................................................. 148
24.7 Command Line FTP ...................................................................................... 149
24.7.1 Filename Conventions ......................................................................... 149
24.7.1.1 Example FTP Commands .......................................................... 149
24.7.2 FTP Command Line Procedure ........................................................... 150
24.7.3 GUI-based FTP Clients ........................................................................ 150
24.7.4 FTP Restrictions ................................................................................... 151
Chapter 25
Diagnostic............................................................................................................. 152
25.1 Diagnostic ...................................................................................................... 152
Chapter 26
Syslog ................................................................................................................... 153
26.1 Syslog ............................................................................................................ 153
26.2 Syslog Setup ................................................................................................. 153
26.3 Syslog Server Setup ...................................................................................... 154

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Chapter 27
Cluster Management............................................................................................ 156
27.1 Introduction to Cluster Management ............................................................. 156
27.2 Cluster Management Status .......................................................................... 157
27.2.1 Cluster Member Switch Management .................................................. 158
27.2.1.1 Uploading Firmware to a Cluster Member Switch ...................... 158
27.3 Configuring Cluster Management .................................................................. 159
Chapter 28
MAC Table............................................................................................................. 161
28.1 Introduction to MAC Table ............................................................................. 161
28.2 Viewing MAC Table ........................................................................................ 162
Chapter 29
ARP Table ............................................................................................................. 163
29.1 Introduction to ARP Table .............................................................................. 163
29.1.1 How ARP Works .................................................................................. 163
29.2 Viewing ARP Table ........................................................................................ 163
Chapter 30
Introducing the Commands ................................................................................ 166
30.1 Overview ........................................................................................................ 166
30.1.1 Switch Configuration File ..................................................................... 166
30.2 Accessing the CLI .......................................................................................... 166
30.2.1 Access Priority .................................................................................... 166
30.2.2 The Console Port ................................................................................. 167
30.2.2.1 Initial Screen ............................................................................... 167
30.2.3 Telnet ................................................................................................... 167
30.3 The Login Screen ......................................................................................... 168
30.4 Command Syntax Conventions ..................................................................... 168
30.5 Getting Help ................................................................................................... 168
30.5.1 List of Available Commands ................................................................. 169
30.5.2 Detailed Command Information ........................................................... 169
30.6 Command Modes .......................................................................................... 170
30.7 Using Command History ................................................................................ 170
30.8 Saving Your Configuration ............................................................................. 171
30.8.1 Logging Out .......................................................................................... 171
30.9 Command Summary ...................................................................................... 171
30.9.1 User Mode ............................................................................................ 171
30.9.2 Enable Mode ........................................................................................ 172
30.9.3 Configure Mode .................................................................................... 176
30.9.4 config-vlan Commands ........................................................................ 187
30.9.5 interface Commands ............................................................................ 188

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30.9.6 mvr Commands .................................................................................... 191
Chapter 31
Command Examples............................................................................................ 193
31.1 Overview ........................................................................................................ 193
31.2 show Commands ........................................................................................... 193
31.2.1 show system-information .................................................................... 193
31.2.2 show hardware-monitor ........................................................................ 194
31.2.3 show ip ................................................................................................. 194
31.2.4 show logging ....................................................................................... 195
31.2.5 show interface ..................................................................................... 195
31.2.6 show mac address-table ..................................................................... 196
31.3 ping ............................................................................................................... 197
31.4 traceroute ...................................................................................................... 198
31.5 Enabling RSTP .............................................................................................. 198
31.6 Configuration File Maintenance .................................................................... 198
31.6.1 Backing up Configuration ..................................................................... 199
31.6.2 Restoring Configuration ...................................................................... 199
31.6.3 Using a Different Configuration File ..................................................... 200
31.6.4 Resetting to the Factory Default ........................................................... 200
31.7 Example no Commands ................................................................................ 201
31.7.1 no mirror-port ...................................................................................... 201
31.7.2 no https timeout .................................................................................... 201
31.7.3 no trunk ................................................................................................ 202
31.7.4 no port-access-authenticator ................................................................ 202
31.7.5 no ssh ................................................................................................... 203
31.8 interface Commands ..................................................................................... 203
31.8.1 interface .............................................................................................. 204
31.8.2 bpdu-control ........................................................................................ 204
31.8.3 broadcast-limit ..................................................................................... 205
31.8.4 bandwidth-limit .................................................................................... 205
31.8.5 mirror ................................................................................................... 206
31.8.6 gvrp ..................................................................................................... 207
31.8.7 ingress-check ...................................................................................... 207
31.8.8 frame-type ........................................................................................... 208
31.8.9 vlan-trunking ........................................................................................ 208
31.8.10 weight ................................................................................................. 209
31.8.11 egress set .......................................................................................... 209
31.8.12 qos priority .......................................................................................... 210
31.8.13 name .................................................................................................. 210
31.8.14 speed-duplex ...................................................................................... 211

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Chapter 32
IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLAN Commands ............................................................. 212
32.1 IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLAN Overview .......................................................... 212
32.2 VLAN Databases ........................................................................................... 212
32.2.1 Static Entries (SVLAN Table) ............................................................... 212
32.2.2 Dynamic Entries (DVLAN Table) .......................................................... 213
32.3 Configuring Tagged VLAN ............................................................................. 213
32.4 Global VLAN1Q Tagged VLAN Configuration Commands ........................... 214
32.4.1 GARP Status ........................................................................................ 214
32.4.2 GARP Timer ........................................................................................ 214
32.4.3 Show GVRP ......................................................................................... 215
32.4.4 Enable GVRP ....................................................................................... 215
32.4.5 Disable GVRP ...................................................................................... 216
32.5 Port VLAN Commands .................................................................................. 216
32.5.1 Set Port VID ........................................................................................ 216
32.5.2 Set Acceptable Frame Type ................................................................. 216
32.5.3 Enable or Disable Port GVRP .............................................................. 217
32.5.4 Modify Static VLAN ............................................................................. 217
32.5.4.1 Modify a Static VLAN Table Example ......................................... 218
32.5.4.2 Forwarding Process Example ..................................................... 218
32.5.5 Delete VLAN ID .................................................................................... 218
32.6 Enable VLAN ................................................................................................ 219
32.7 Disable VLAN ................................................................................................ 219
32.8 Show VLAN Setting ...................................................................................... 219
Chapter 33
Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 222
33.1 Problems Starting Up the Switch ................................................................... 222
33.2 Problems Accessing the Switch .................................................................... 222
33.2.1 Pop-up Windows, JavaScripts and Java Permissions ......................... 223
33.2.1.1 Internet Explorer Pop-up Blockers .............................................. 223
33.2.1.2 JavaScripts ................................................................................. 226
33.2.1.3 Java Permissions ....................................................................... 228
33.3 Problems with the Password ......................................................................... 230
Appendix A
Product Specifications ........................................................................................ 232
Appendix B
IP Subnetting........................................................................................................ 236
Index...................................................................................................................... 244

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List of Figures 18
List of Figures
Figure 1 Backbone Application .............................................................................. 33
Figure 2 Bridging Application ................................................................................ 34
Figure 3 High Performance Switched Application ................................................. 35
Figure 4 Tag-based VLAN Application ................................................................... 35
Figure 5 Shared Server Using VLAN Example ...................................................... 36
Figure 6 Attaching Rubber Feet ........................................................................... 39
Figure 7 Attaching the Mounting Brackets ............................................................. 40
Figure 8 Mounting the Switch on a Rack .............................................................. 40
Figure 9 Front Panel: GS-3012 ............................................................................. 41
Figure 10 Front Panel: GS-3012F ......................................................................... 42
Figure 11 Transceiver Installation Example ........................................................... 44
Figure 12 Connecting the Fiber Optic Cables ....................................................... 44
Figure 13 Removing the Fiber Optic Cables ......................................................... 45
Figure 14 Opening the Transceiver’s Latch Example ............................................ 45
Figure 15 Transceiver Removal Example .............................................................. 45
Figure 16 Rear Panel ............................................................................................ 46
Figure 17 Web Configurator: login ......................................................................... 48
Figure 18 Web Configurator Home Screen (Status) .............................................. 49
Figure 19 Web Configurator: Change Password at Login ..................................... 52
Figure 20 Resetting the Switch: Via Console Port ................................................. 54
Figure 21 Web Configurator: Logout Screen ......................................................... 54
Figure 22 Status .................................................................................................... 55
Figure 23 Status: Port Details ............................................................................... 57
Figure 24 System Info ........................................................................................... 61
Figure 25 General Setup ....................................................................................... 62
Figure 26 Switch Setup ......................................................................................... 64
Figure 27 IP Setup ................................................................................................. 66
Figure 28 Port Setup ............................................................................................. 68
Figure 29 Port VLAN Trunking ............................................................................... 72
Figure 30 Selecting a VLAN Type ......................................................................... 72
Figure 31 802.1Q VLAN Status ............................................................................. 73
Figure 32 802.1Q VLAN Port Settings ................................................................... 74
Figure 33 802.1Q Static VLAN .............................................................................. 75
Figure 34 Static VLAN: Summary Table ................................................................ 76
Figure 35 VID1 Example Screen ........................................................................... 77
Figure 36 Port Based VLAN Setup (All Connected) .............................................. 78
Figure 37 Port Based VLAN Setup (Port isolation) ................................................ 78
Figure 38 Static MAC Forwarding .......................................................................... 80

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Figure 39 Static MAC Forwarding: Summary Table ............................................... 81
Figure 40 Filtering .................................................................................................. 82
Figure 41 Filtering: Summary Table ....................................................................... 83
Figure 42 Spanning Tree Protocol: Status ............................................................. 86
Figure 43 Spanning Tree Protocol: Configuration .................................................. 87
Figure 44 Bandwidth Control ................................................................................. 90
Figure 45 Broadcast Storm Control ....................................................................... 91
Figure 46 Mirroring ................................................................................................ 93
Figure 47 Link Aggregation: Link Aggregation Protocol Status ............................ 96
Figure 48 Link Aggregation: Configuration ............................................................ 98
Figure 49 RADIUS Server ..................................................................................... 100
Figure 50 Port Authentication ................................................................................ 101
Figure 51 Port Authentication: RADIUS ................................................................ 101
Figure 52 Port Authentication: 802.1x ................................................................... 102
Figure 53 Port Security .......................................................................................... 103
Figure 54 Access Control ...................................................................................... 105
Figure 55 Console Port Priority ............................................................................ 106
Figure 56 SNMP Management Model ................................................................... 106
Figure 57 Access Control: SNMP .......................................................................... 108
Figure 58 Access Control: Logins .......................................................................... 109
Figure 59 SSH Communication Example .............................................................. 110
Figure 60 How SSH Works .................................................................................... 110
Figure 61 HTTPS Implementation ......................................................................... 112
Figure 62 Security Alert Dialog Box (Internet Explorer) ......................................... 112
Figure 63 Security Certificate 1 (Netscape) ........................................................... 113
Figure 64 Security Certificate 2 (Netscape) ........................................................... 113
Figure 65 Main Screen (Internet Explorer) ........................................................... 114
Figure 66 Main Screen (Netscape) ........................................................................ 114
Figure 67 Access Control: Service Access Control ............................................... 115
Figure 68 Access Control: Remote Management .................................................. 116
Figure 69 Queuing Method .................................................................................... 118
Figure 70 Classifier ................................................................................................ 121
Figure 71 Classifier: Summary Table ..................................................................... 123
Figure 72 Classifier: Example ................................................................................ 124
Figure 73 Policy ..................................................................................................... 126
Figure 74 Policy: Summary Table .......................................................................... 128
Figure 75 Policy Example ...................................................................................... 130
Figure 76 Multicast Status ..................................................................................... 132
Figure 77 Multicast Setting .................................................................................... 133
Figure 78 Multicast: IGMP Filtering Profile ............................................................ 134
Figure 79 MVR Network Example ......................................................................... 136
Figure 80 MVR Multicast Television Example ....................................................... 137
Figure 81 MVR ...................................................................................................... 137

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Figure 82 MVR Group Configuration ..................................................................... 139
Figure 83 MVR Configuration Example ................................................................. 140
Figure 84 MVR Configuration Example ................................................................. 140
Figure 85 MVR Configuration Example ................................................................. 141
Figure 86 MVR Configuration Example ................................................................. 141
Figure 87 DHCP Relay .......................................................................................... 143
Figure 88 Static Routing ........................................................................................ 144
Figure 89 Static Routing: Summary Table ............................................................. 145
Figure 90 Maintenance .......................................................................................... 146
Figure 91 Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................. 146
Figure 92 Restore Configuration ........................................................................... 147
Figure 93 Backup Configuration ............................................................................ 147
Figure 94 Confirm Load Factory Defaults .............................................................. 148
Figure 95 Close Browser after Load Factory Defaults ............................................ 148
Figure 96 Confirm Restart the Switch .................................................................... 149
Figure 97 Diagnostic .............................................................................................. 152
Figure 98 Syslog Setup ......................................................................................... 154
Figure 99 Syslog Server Setup .............................................................................. 155
Figure 100 Clustering Application Example ........................................................... 156
Figure 101 Cluster Management Status ................................................................ 157
Figure 102 Cluster Member Web Configuration Screen ........................................ 158
Figure 103 Example: Uploading Firmware to a Cluster Member Switch ............... 158
Figure 104 Configuring Cluster Management ........................................................ 159
Figure 105 MAC Table Flowchart .......................................................................... 161
Figure 106 MAC Table ........................................................................................... 162
Figure 107 ARP Table ........................................................................................... 164
Figure 108 Initial Console Port Screen .................................................................. 167
Figure 109 CLI: Login Screen ................................................................................ 168
Figure 110 CLI Help: List of Commands: Example 1 ............................................. 169
Figure 111 CLI Help: List of Commands: Example 2 ............................................. 169
Figure 112 CLI Help: Detailed Command Information: Example 1 ........................ 170
Figure 113 CLI: Help: Detailed Command Information: Example 2 ....................... 170
Figure 114 CLI: History Command Example ......................................................... 171
Figure 115 CLI: write memory ................................................................................ 171
Figure 116 show system-information Command Example .................................... 193
Figure 117 how hardware-monitor Command Example ........................................ 194
Figure 118 show ip Command Example ................................................................ 195
Figure 119 show logging Command Example ....................................................... 195
Figure 120 show interface Command Example ..................................................... 196
Figure 121 show mac address-table Command Example ..................................... 197
Figure 122 ping Command Example ..................................................................... 197
Figure 123 traceroute Command Example ............................................................ 198
Figure 124 Enable RSTP Command Example ...................................................... 198