User`s manual

IKS-6726 Featured Functions
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Configuring GMRP
GMRP is a MAC-based multicast management protocol, whereas IGMP is IP-based. GMRP provides a
mechanism that allows bridges and end stations to register or un-register Group membership information
dynamically.
GMRP enable
Setting Description Factory Default
Enable/Disable This enables or disables the GMRP function for the port listed in
the Port column
Disable
GMRP Table
The IKS-6726 displays the current active GMRP groups that were detected
Setting Description
Fixed Ports This multicast address is defined by static multicast.
Learned Ports This multicast address is learned by GMRP.
Using Bandwidth Management
In general, one host should not be allowed to occupy unlimited bandwidth, particularly when the device
malfunctions. For example, so-called “broadcast storms” could be caused by an incorrectly configured topology,
or a malfunctioning device. The IKS-6726 not only prevents broadcast storms, but can also be configured to a
different ingress rate for all packets, giving administrators full control of their limited bandwidth to prevent
undesirable effects caused by unpredictable faults.