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5. Specify the information to include in the TLV field of advertised
messages.
6. Click Save.
Figure 57: LLDP Configuration
CONFIGURING LLDP-
MED TLVS
Use the LLDP-MED Configuration page to set the device information which
is advertised for end-point devices.
LLDP-MED (Link Layer Discovery Protocol - Media Endpoint Discovery) is an
extension of LLDP intended for managing endpoint devices such as Voice
over IP phones and network switches. The LLDP-MED TLVs advertise
information such as network policy, power, inventory, and device location
details. Both LLDP and LLDP-MED information can be used by SNMP
applications to simplify troubleshooting, enhance network management,
and maintain an accurate network topology.
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Configuration, LLDP-MED
PARAMETERS
These parameters are displayed:
◆ Fast Start Repeat Count – Rapid startup and Emergency Call Service
Location Identification Discovery of endpoints is a critically important
aspect of VoIP systems in general.In addition, it is best to advertise
only those pieces of information which are specifically relevant to
particular endpoint types (for example only advertise the voice network
policy to permitted voice-capable devices), both in order to conserve
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