
Gigabit Ethernet Switch User’s Guide
Introduction
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Spanning Tree Algorithm Protocol for creation of alternative
backup paths and prevention of indefinite network loops.
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Fully configurable either in-band or out-of-band control via
SNMP based software.
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Flash memory for software upgrade. This can be done in-
band via BOOTP/TFTP. Out-of-band console can also initiate
a download request.
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Built-in SNMP management: Bridge MIB (RFC 1493),
Ethernet MIB (RFC 1643), RMON MIB (RFC 1757), and
MIB-II (RFC 1213).