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switches detects a duplicate MAC address entering the mesh through
separate switches, the 1600M/2400M/2424M/4000M/8000M switch will not
be allowed into the switch mesh.
■ Rate-Limiting Not Recommended on Meshed Ports: Rate-Limiting
can reduce the efficiency of paths through a mesh domain.
(See also "Operating Rules" on page 7-5.)
For additional information on troubleshooting meshing problems, refer to
"Using a Heterogeneous Switch Mesh" on page 7-8 and "Mesh-Related Prob­
lems" in appendix C, "Troubleshooting" of the Management and Configuration
Guide for your switch.
Switch Meshing
Operating Notes for Switch Meshing
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