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SmartTrunk
SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’
terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk technology provides
an easy-to-implement mechanism to group, or aggregate, multiple links of any
technology together to scale the backbone bandwidth beyond the limitations of a
single link. All links are user-configurable so administrators can scale the
backbone bandwidth by adding SmartTrunk links. The benefits of SmartTrunking
include the following:
• All purchased bandwidth is used.
• Distributed, resilient links increase reliability and performance.
• Multiple technologies are supported within a single trunk for maximum
flexibility.
Management
Management of the 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 modules and SmartSwitch chassis
and any optional equipment is accomplished using the Local Management
application or remote SNMP management stations. Local Management is
accessible through the RS232 COM port on the Environmental Module using a
local VT100 terminal, or a remote VT100 terminal via a modem connection, and
in-band via a Telnet connection. In-band remote management is possible through
WebView or any SNMP-compliant Network Management Software.
Local Management provides the ability to manage the 9H531-17 and 9H532-17.
Local Management information for non-Ethernet HSIMs or VHSIMs is included
in their respective user’s guide. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the
Related Manuals section in the Introduction.
WebView
The 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 modules can be managed by Cabletron WebView, a
browser-based utility. There is no software to install as this management
capability is built into each module.
Remote Monitoring (RMON)
The 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 support all nine Ethernet RMON groups. The
Statistics, Alarms, Events and History groups are enabled on all ports by default.
NOTE
For information on SmartTrunk configuration, refer to the
SmartTrunk User’s Guide.