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Table of Contents
Introduction..........................................................................13
Layer 3 Switching ...............................................................13
The Functions of a Layer 3 Switch....................................15
Features .............................................................................16
Ports ................................................................................16
Performance Features.........................................................16
Layer 2 Features ..............................................................16
Layer 3 Switch Features...................................................18
Traffic Classification and Prioritization .............................19
Management ....................................................................19
Switch Stacking..................................................................21
Fast Ethernet Technology ...................................................21
Gigabit Ethernet Technology...............................................22
Unpacking and Setup............................................................23
Unpacking ..........................................................................23
Installation .........................................................................24
Desktop or Shelf Installation ............................................24
Rack Installation..............................................................25
Power on.............................................................................26
Power Failure ...................................................................27
Identifying External Components ..........................................28
Front Panel.........................................................................28
Rear Panel ..........................................................................29
Side Panels.........................................................................30
Optional Plug-in Modules ...................................................30
100BASE-FX Fiber Module (2Km/15Km) .........................31
1000BASE-T Module........................................................31
1000BASE-SX Fiber Module ............................................32
1000BASE-LX Fiber Module.............................................33
GBIC Two-Port Module.....................................................34
Stacking Module with GBIC Port ......................................34
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