Configuring the Switch
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Viewing the Current Port Configuration
The Port State screen displays the port type, status, link state, and flow control in
use, as well as the communication speed and duplex mode. To change any of the
port settings, use the Port Configuration menu.
Alcatel OmniStack 8008
< Port State >
Port Type Operational Link FlowControl Speed and
InUse Duplex InUse
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1. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
2. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
3. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
4. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
5. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
6. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
7. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
8. 1000SX YES UP NONE 1000-FULL
<OK>
Use <TAB> or arrow keys to move. <Enter> to select.
Parameter Description
Type Shows port type as 1000SX (1000BASE-SX).
Operational Shows if the port is functioning or not.
Link Indicates if the port has a valid connection to an external device.
FlowControl InUse Shows the flow control type in use. Flow control can eliminate frame loss by
“blocking” traffic from end stations connected directly to the switch. Back
pressure is used for half duplex and IEEE 802.3x for full duplex.
Speed and Duplex
InUse
Displays the current port speed and duplex mode used.
