. 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
Tag: Troubleshooting
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/
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,
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 SFP/Fiber connectivity – Options, Requirements and Troubleshooting
Basic requirements for fiber connections on PowerConnect switches: MMF optical cables, LC connectors, and SFP transceivers. 1) Optical Cables : Single Mode Vs Multi Mode Single Mode
Latency, Packet loss Troubleshooting (PowerConnect, Others)
. First, know your network. know the topology. if you have a network in place where by design, the majority of the variables are deterministic
Inter VLAN routing Troubleshooting
. The commands below are shown for a Juniper EX series model, but the troubleshooting is relevant for any platform. These are the requirements for