Cabletron Systems 9E138-36b User Manual
Operation
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i960 Core
The i960 core in the FNB module serves two major functions: it provides the
packet forwarding logic and performs all network management services. FNB
modules can be configured to run as layer 2 bridges, layer 3 routers, or as Fast
Packet Switches. It is possible to run the bridging and routing options
concurrently, but the SFPS option cannot run with bridging and routing.
packet forwarding logic and performs all network management services. FNB
modules can be configured to run as layer 2 bridges, layer 3 routers, or as Fast
Packet Switches. It is possible to run the bridging and routing options
concurrently, but the SFPS option cannot run with bridging and routing.
The i960 core provides the SNMP protocol stacks, as well as support for industry
standard MIBs. Additionally, Cabletron enterprise extension MIBs are supported
for each media type. Advanced management services, such as the Distributed
LAN Monitor, RMON, telnet, and network address to MAC address mapping, are
also provided by the i960 core.
standard MIBs. Additionally, Cabletron enterprise extension MIBs are supported
for each media type. Advanced management services, such as the Distributed
LAN Monitor, RMON, telnet, and network address to MAC address mapping, are
also provided by the i960 core.