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Switch Overview
Switch Features
• ProCurve Manager (PCM) — allows network administrators to
discover and map the switches within their network and launch the
built-in graphical interface from within PCM to configure the
switches.
■ support for up to 128 IEEE 802.1Q-compliant VLANs so you can divide the
attached end nodes into logical groupings that fit your business needs.
■ support for up to 12 trunks so you can assign physical links to one logical
link (trunk) that functions as a single, higher-speed link providing
dramatically increased bandwidth.
■ support for many advanced features to enhance network performance—
for a description, see the Management and Configuration Guide.
■ download of new switch software for product bug fixes.