The 3550 is either a Layer 2 (L2) or Layer 3 (L3) switch, which depends on the software version and feature set that you install.
The naming conventions for 3550 images begin with either of these: Read more…
Here are some QoS examples configured on a Cisco Catalyst 3550:
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MPLS is deployed for managing traffic on IP networks, and in conjunction with other technologies like VPNs, will eventually replacing all other services, including dedicated T1s, Frame Relay, ATM and ISDN.
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TheĀ GARP (Generic Attribute Registration Protocol) VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) defines a GARP application that provides the 802.1Q-compliantVLAN pruning and dynamic VLAN creation on 802.1Q trunk ports. GVRP is an application defined in the IEEE 802.1P standard that allows for the control of 802.1Q VLANs. Read more…