Description
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) Routing
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) routing is a feature that allows multiple VLANs to be created on a switch, with each VLAN being treated as a separate network. This allows for the creation of multiple broadcast domains within a single physical network, which can improve network security, performance, and scalability.
In VLAN routing, a switch acts as a router to forward data between VLANs. The switch is configured to recognize the VLAN tags that are added to packets as they traverse the network, and it uses this information to determine which VLAN a packet belongs to and where it should be forwarded.
VLAN routing can be used in a variety of ways, such as:
- Segmenting a large network into smaller, more manageable broadcast domains, which can improve network performance and security.
- Isolating different departments or groups within an organization, so that they can have their own separate network without interfering with each other.
- Supporting multiple subnets within a single physical network, allowing for more flexible IP address assignment and improved network scalability.
- Improving network security by allowing administrators to control access between different VLANs and to enforce security policies such as access control lists (ACLs).
The HPE Aruba 2930f 8g Poe+2sfp+Switch 8 Ports Managed Rack mountable supports VLAN routing, allowing network administrators to take advantage of these benefits. By configuring the switch to support VLAN routing, administrators can segment their network into multiple VLANs and route data between them, improving the performance, security, and scalability of their network.
Link Aggregation and Trunking
Link Aggregation and Trunking are two closely related technologies that allow multiple physical network connections to be combined into a single logical connection for improved network performance and redundancy.
Link Aggregation (also known as Link Bonding) involves combining multiple physical connections between two network devices into a single logical connection. This can be done using the Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) or by using a static method, where the network administrator configures the link aggregation. The main benefit of link aggregation is that it provides increased bandwidth by allowing multiple physical connections to be used simultaneously.
Trunking is a similar concept to link aggregation, but it is specifically related to VLANs. A trunk is a single logical connection that carries traffic for multiple VLANs between two network devices. Trunking can be used to extend VLANs across multiple switches, allowing for a more scalable and flexible network design.
The HPE Aruba 2930f 8g Poe+2sfp+Switch 8 Ports Managed Rack mountable supports both Link Aggregation and Trunking, allowing network administrators to take advantage of these features to improve network performance and redundancy. By using link aggregation, administrators can increase bandwidth and reduce the risk of network downtime due to a single link failure. By using trunking, administrators can extend VLANs across multiple switches and create a more scalable and flexible network design.
Environmental Considerations
Environmental considerations refer to the factors related to the physical and operational environment in which a network switch operates. These considerations are important because they can affect the performance and reliability of the switch, as well as its longevity.
For the HPE Aruba 2930f 8g Poe+2sfp+Switch 8 Ports Managed Rack mountable, some of the key environmental considerations to keep in mind include:
- Operating Temperature: The switch should be used within a specified temperature range to ensure proper operation and to avoid damage to the components.
- Humidity: The switch should be used within a specified humidity range to prevent damage from moisture or condensation.
- Power Requirements: The switch should be used with a power source that meets the specified voltage and frequency requirements, and that provides adequate power for the switch to operate reliably.
- EMC: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a measure of the switch’s ability to operate correctly in the presence of electromagnetic interference (EMI) from other electrical devices.
- Physical Location: The switch should be installed in a location that is protected from physical damage, such as impact or vibration, and that provides adequate ventilation to dissipate heat generated by the switch.
- Rack Mounting: If the switch is to be mounted in a rack, it should be installed in a way that provides adequate support and stability, and that complies with the rack manufacturer’s specifications.
It’s important to consider these environmental factors when planning the installation and operation of the HPE Aruba 2930f 8g Poe+2sfp+Switch 8 Ports Managed Rack mountable, to ensure reliable and consistent network performance.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- MPN: 5300-0805
- Type: Networking
- Switch Type: 8 Port
Key Features
- Device Type : Switch – 8 Ports – L3 – Managed – Stackable
- Enclosure Type : Rack-mountable 1u
- Subtype : Gigabit Ethernet
- Ports : 8 X 10/100/1000 (poe+) + 2 X 1 Gigabit / 10 Gigabit Sfp+ (uplink)
- Power Over Ethernet (poe) : Poe+
Performance
- Throughput: 41.7 Mpps Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps Latency (1 Gbps): 3.8 Latency (10 Gbps): 1.6
- Capacity : Jumbo Frame Size: 9220 Ipv4 Routing Table Entries: 10000 Ipv6 Routing Table Entries: 5000
- Mac Address Table Size : 32k Entries
- Routing Protocol : Ospf, Rip, Rip-1, Rip-2, Bgp, Igmpv2, Igmp, Ospfv2, Static Ip Routing, Igmpv3, Ospfv3, Static Ipv4 Routing, Static Ipv6 Routing, Ripng, Mld, Cidr
- Remote Management Protocol : Snmp 1, Snmp 2, Rmon 1, Snmp, Telnet, Snmp 3, Snmp 2c, Ssh, Ssh-2, Cli, Xrmon
- Encryption Algorithm : Md5, Ssl
- Authentication Method : Radius, Pap, Chap, Tacacs, Tacacs+
- Features : Flow Control, Full Duplex Capability, Dhcp Support, Bootp Support, Arp Support, Vlan Support, Igmp Snooping, Syslog Support, Diffserv Support, Ipv6 Support, Sntp Support, Sflow, Spanning Tree Protocol (stp) Support, Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (mstp) Support, Access Control List (acl) Support, Quality Of Service (qos), Jumbo Frames Support, Dhcp Server, Stp Root Guard, Uni-directional Link Detection (udld), Fanless, Lldp Support, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (lacp), Management Information Base (mib), Mac Address Lockout, Dynamic Arp Protection, Dhcp Protection, Dynamic Vlan Support (gvrp), Multiple Vlan Registration Protocol (mvrp), Neighbor Discovery Protocol (ndp), Class Of Service (cos), Type Of Service (tos), Openflow Support, Cpu Protection, Internet Control Message Protocol (icmp), Icmp Router Discovery Protocol (irdp), Virtual Extensible Lan (vxlan), Management Information Base (mib) Ii
- Compliant Standards : Ieee 802.1d, Ieee 802.1q, Ieee 802.1p, Ieee 802.3af, Ieee 802.3x, Ieee 802.3ad (lacp), Ieee 802.1w, Ieee 802.1x, Ieee 802.1s, Ieee 802.1ad, Ieee 802.1v, Ieee 802.1ab (lldp), Ieee 802.3at, Ieee 802.3az, Ieee 802.1ax
- Processor : 1 X Arm Cortex-a9 : 1.016 Ghz
- Ram : 1 GB – Ddr3 Sdram
- Flash Memory : 4 GB
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces : 8 X 1000base-t – Rj-45 – Poe+ 2 X Gigabit / 10gbit Lan – Sfp+ 1 X Serial (console)
- Expansion Slots : 1 (total) / 1 (free) X Expansion Slot
- Installed Modules Qty (max) : 0 (installed) / 2 (max)