Description
Switch Port and Connectivity Options
The “Switch Port and Connectivity Options” section of a network switch provides information on the switch’s available port configurations and connectivity options. This section would typically include information on:
- Port Configuration: Overview of the switch’s port configuration options, including information on the number of available ports, the type of ports (e.g., Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet), and any other port-related features.
- Port Speed and Duplex Mode: Information on the switch’s supported port speeds and duplex modes, including information on maximum supported data rates, automatic speed negotiation, and other related features.
- Copper and Fiber Connectivity: Overview of the switch’s support for both copper and fiber connectivity options, including information on the types of cabling that can be used and any restrictions or limitations on cabling length.
- Link Aggregation and Redundancy: Information on the switch’s support for link aggregation and redundancy features, such as Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), or other related features.
- Quality of Service (QoS): Overview of the switch’s Quality of Service (QoS) features, including information on supported QoS mechanisms, such as traffic prioritization, bandwidth reservation, and other related features.
The goal of this section is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the switch’s port configuration and connectivity options, so that users can assess whether the switch is a good fit for their network requirements. This section is particularly important for users who are looking to implement a network that requires a specific type of connectivity or a specific set of port-related features.
Layer 3 Switching and Routing
Layer 3 switching and routing refer to the capabilities of a network switch to perform IP routing and forwarding of data packets based on their destination IP addresses. A Layer 3 switch, also known as a multilayer switch, is a type of network switch that combines the features of a traditional switch with the routing capabilities of a router.
Layer 3 switching and routing allow for the creation of multiple virtual LANs (VLANs) within a network and the routing of data packets between these VLANs. This enables more advanced network segmentation and helps to improve network performance, security, and scalability.
With Layer 3 switching and routing, a switch can act as the central point of communication between different VLANs, reducing the need for additional routers in a network. This can simplify network architecture and reduce network complexity, making it easier to manage and maintain the network.
Layer 3 switches typically support routing protocols, such as Routing Information Protocol (RIP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), which allow the switch to learn about the network topology and dynamically update its routing table. This helps to ensure that data packets are properly forwarded to their intended destinations.
Advanced Security Features
Advanced security features refer to a set of security capabilities that help protect a network from various security threats and vulnerabilities. These features are designed to provide comprehensive security coverage, from the network perimeter to endpoints.
Some of the common advanced security features found in network switches include:
- Access control lists (ACLs): ACLs define which types of traffic are allowed or denied based on the source and destination IP addresses, ports, and protocols.
- Port security: Port security allows administrators to restrict the number of MAC addresses that can be learned on a switch port, helping to prevent unauthorized access to the network.
- 802.1X authentication: 802.1X is a network-level authentication protocol that requires devices to present a valid certificate before being granted access to the network.
- Virtual LAN (VLAN) segregation: VLAN segregation helps to segment the network into different logical networks, making it more difficult for attackers to move laterally within the network.
- Advanced threat protection: Advanced threat protection includes security features like intrusion prevention systems (IPS), firewalls, and anti-malware capabilities, which help to prevent and detect security threats.
- Encryption: Encryption helps to protect sensitive information from being intercepted or compromised by encrypting data in transit.
- Remote management security: Remote management security features, such as secure shell (SSH) and secure socket layer (SSL), help to secure the management of the switch from remote locations.
These advanced security features provide multiple layers of protection to a network, helping to prevent unauthorized access, protect sensitive information, and defend against security threats.
Technical Information
- Manufacturer : Dell
- MPN : 210-ABOE
- Device Type : Switch 24 Ports L3 Managed Stackable
- Enclosure Type : Rack-Mountable 1U
- SKU: 210-ABOE
- Subtype : Gigabit Ethernet
Technical Information
- Ports : 24 X 10/100/1000 + 2 X 10 Gigabit SFP+ + 2 X Combo 1000 Base-T
- Performance : Switching Fabric Bandwidth : 212 Gbps Forwarding Performance : 158 Mbps Stacking Bandwidth : 84 Gbps
- Mac Address Table Size : 16k Entries
- Routing Protocol : OSPF, RIP-1, RIP-2, IGMPV2, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMPV3, OSPFV3, MLDV2, MLD
- Remote Management Protocol : SNMP 2, SNMP, RMON, HTTP, SSH
- Power Redundancy : Optional
Features
- Flow Control, Layer 3 Switching, Layer 2 Switching, Mdi/Mdi-X Switch, Auto-Negotiation, Port Mirroring, Stackable, Weighted Round Robin (Wrr) Queuing, Broadcast Storm Control, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (Rstp) Support, Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (Mstp) Support, Quality Of Service (Qos), Port Forwarding, Lldp Support, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (Lacp), Per-Vlan Rapid Spanning Tree (Pvrst), Energy Efficient Ethernet, Dynamic Vlan Support (Gvrp), Dual Firmware Images, Network Access Control (Nac), Tagged Vlan, Generic Vlan Registration Protocol (Gvrp), Redundant Fans, Protocol-Based Vlans Support
Compliant Standards
- IEEE 802.2, IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3U, IEEE 802.3Z, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3AB, IEEE 802.1P, IEEE 802.3X, IEEE 802.3AD (LACP), IEEE 802.1W, IEEE 802.1X, IEEE 802.3AE, IEEE 802.3AC, IEEE 802.1S, IEEE 802.1V, IEEE 802.1AG, IEEE 802.1AB (LLDP), IEEE 802.3AZ.
