Configuring Vlans - NETGEAR ProSafe GS700TP Software User Manual

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2. Click an Interface. The Modify LACP Page opens:
Figure 5-38
3. Modify the relevant fields.
4. Click . The LACP settings are saved, and the device is updated.

Configuring VLANs

VLANs are logical subgroups within a Local Area Network (LAN), which combine user stations and
network devices into a single group, regardless of the physical LAN segment to which they are attached.
VLANs allow network traffic to flow more efficiently within subgroups. VLANs use software to reduce the
amount of time it takes for network changes, additions, and moves to be implemented.
VLANs have no minimum number of ports, and can be created per unit, per device, or through any other
logical connection combination since they are software-based and not defined by physical attributes.
VLANs function at Layer 2. Since VLANs isolate traffic within the VLAN, a Layer 3 router working at a
protocol level is required to allow traffic flow between VLANs. Layer 3 routers identify segments and
coordinate with VLANs. VLANs are Broadcast and Multicast domains. Broadcast and Multicast traffic is
transmitted only in the VLAN in which the traffic is generated.
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