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CHAPTER 3. QUALITY OF SERVICE (QOS)
ENHANCE THE COMMUNICATION
QUALITY
3.1 VLAN
3.1.1 Introduction
VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) is used to logically divide a physical network into several broadcast
domains. VLAN membership can be configured through software instead of physically relocating devices
or connections. Grouping devices with a common set of requirements regardless of their physical location
can greatly simplify network design. VLANs can address issues such as scalability, security and network
management.
VIP-1120PT/VIP-2140PT consists of two network interfaces Network Access Port (NAP) and PC Access
Port (PAP), and an internal switch works in bridged mode. The NAP should be connected to the LAN
network or Internet via a switch or router. The PAP is to provide connected PC to access network or
VIP-1120PT/VIP-2140PT.