Layer 2 Configuration Guide, Cisco Catalyst IE3x00 Rugged, IE3400 Heavy Duty, and ESS3300 Series Switches

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Layer 2 Configuration Guide, Cisco Catalyst IE3x00 Rugged, IE3400 Heavy Duty, and ESS3300 Series Switches

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Describes the Layer 2 protocol tunneling feature that allows service providers to tunnel Layer 2 control protocols across their networks while maintaining protocol transparency for customer networks.


Configuring Layer 2 Protocol Tunneling

Explains how to configure Layer 2 protocol tunneling to transport customer control protocol traffic across service-provider networks.

Configuring SPAN and RSPAN

Guides you through configuring local and remote Switched Port Analyzer sessions, including prerequisites, restrictions, and step-by-step implementation procedures.

Configuring IEEE 802.1Q Tunneling

Explains IEEE 802.1Q tunneling concepts and provides step-by-step configuration procedures for implementing VLAN tunneling across service provider networks.

Configuring VLAN Mapping

Explains VLAN mapping concepts and provides configuration guidelines and procedures for implementing VLAN mapping in network environments.

Loop Detection Guard

Explains how Loop Detection Guard detects and prevents Layer 2 loops, especially in networks with unmanaged switches or limited STP support.