D-Link DGS-3100 Switch User Manual


 
DGS-3100 Series Gigabit Stackable Managed Switch User Manual
Configuring GVRP
GVRP timers need to be in the default values on all Layer 2-connected devices. If the GVRP timers are set differently on the
Layer 2-connected devices, the GVRP application does not operate successfully.
GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) is specifically provided for automatic distribution of VLAN membership
information between VLAN-aware bridges. GVRP allows VLAN-aware bridges to automatically learn VLANs to bridge
port mapping without requiring the individual configuration of each bridge and register VLAN membership. To define
GVRP on the device:
1. Click L2 Features > GVRP Settings. The
GVRP Setting Page opens:
Figure 3–7. GVRP Setting Page
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