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VLAN Configuration
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VLAN-unaware device, it first decides where to forward the frame, and then inserts a
VLAN tag reflecting the ingress port’s default VID.
Enabling or Disabling GVRP (Global Setting)
GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) defines a way for switches to exchange
VLAN information in order to register VLAN members on ports across the network.
VLANs are dynamically configured based on join messages issued by host devices
and propagated throughout the network. GVRP must be enabled to permit automatic
VLAN registration, and to support VLANs which extend beyond the local switch.
(Default: Disabled)
Web – Click System, Bridge Extension. Enable or disable GVRP, click Apply.
Figure 2-28. Globally Enabling GVRP
CLI – This example enables GVRP for the switch.
Displaying Basic VLAN Information
The VLAN Basic Information page displays basic information on the VLAN type
supported by the switch.
Command Attributes
• VLAN Version Number* – The VLAN version used by this switch as specified in
the IEEE 802.1Q standard. (Web interface only.)
Console(config)#bridge-ext gvrp 3-100
Console(config)#