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Chapter 2
Planning a Switched Network
This chapter provides information about the considerations required when
planning and operating a network with the Model 58000 switch. This chapter
discusses the following topics:
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Network performance improvement
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LattisSpan Protocol
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Model 58000 switch operation
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Restrictions to using Model 58000 switches in bridged and routed
networks
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Connection of Model 58000 switches
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Network configurations of the Model 58000 switch
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Model 58000 switch software upgrades
Network Performance Improvement
One of the major challenges network managers face is the need to expand
network capacity and improve network performance while controlling cost and
manageability.
This section provides information about how the Model 58000 switch
addresses network capacity and network performance issues. The following
topics are covered:
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Switching-based microsegmentation
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Microsegmentation with the Model 58000 switch
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Virtual network segmentation
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Virtual networking with the Model 58000 switch
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Virtual networking in switch communities
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