. When an Ethernet device gets over loaded, flow control allows it to send PAUSE requests to the devices sending it data to allow the over loaded
Author: Hasan Mansur
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Force10 DCB Configuration – S4810 + MXL Sample / Example
. First, some background on DCB itself. DCB is an extension to Ethernet that enables the dedication of resources in the converged network. To ensure
Layer 2 Discards Troubleshooting – RX TX Discards
. The following list of questions/vectors can assist in troubleshooting Layer 2 discard issues. They have been of help to me in the past on
Switch Port auto shuts/ port shuts itself down – Troubleshooting
. Following is a list of vectors that may assist in troubleshooting issues where the port behavior look like it is shutting itself down. Cable/
Force10 S4810 VLT – Quick Configuration sample
. I have already given a non-technical synopsis on VLT in one of my previous posts here https://hasanmansur.com/2012/10/15/force10-s4810-stacking-vs-vlt/ As mentioned, VLT Is a Dual Active Control
Force10 S60 – iSCSI configuration example – stacked, isolated.
. First, I would highly recommend you have a view of my earlier post that summarizes the various (platform independent) optimizations you can implement on
Layer 3 Switching
. The major difference between a router and an L3 switch is that packet switching in a router is done in software by microprocessor-based engines,
Force10 – Layer 2 Parameters – configuration ( VLANs, STP)
. I will start here with STP. As covered in one of my earlier posts, When configuring Spanning Tree on Force10 switches, you should accommodate whether your
PowerConnect 8024 – Sample iSCSI Configuration – LAGged (Non-Stacked)
. First, I would highly recommend you have a view of my earlier post that summarizes the various (platform independent) optimizations you can implement on
PowerConnect Switch Hang/Freeze – Management Interface unresponsive Troubleshooting
. Are you connecting to the switch via the console port(and if so, are you using the null modem cable provided, or another solution), or is
PowerConnect 8024 – Sample iSCSI Configuration – Stacked
. First, I would highly recommend you have a view of my earlier post that summarizes the various (platform independent) optimizations you can implement on
The opinions expressed herein are my own personal opinions and do not represent my employer’s view in any way.
Force10 MXL Switch for M1000e Blade Chassis
. This is the first of three posts on MXL blade switches. While this gives an overview of the switch, the other two posts give
Force10 MXL configuration – Data fabric for M1000e blade chassis
. If you see an issue where the MXL switch refuses to boot when placed in the M1000e chassis, be mindful that this may not
Force10 MXL configuration – iSCSI fabric for M1000e blade chassis
. First, I would highly recommend you have a view of my earlier post that summarizes the various (platform independent) optimizations you can implement on
Force10 S4810 – Stacking Vs. VLT
. Cisco offers three solutions for eliminating STP. These comprise the stacking feature on 3750/2950 models, VSS on 6500s, and vPC on Nexus 5k/7k platforms.
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