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Syllabus
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Introduction 1 min
- Basics
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Introduction to the OSI Model 4 min
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The Ethernet Frame 1 min
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Switch Basics 1 min
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MAC Address Types 1 min
- Unmanaged Switches
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What a Switch Does 1 min
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Basic Block Diagram 3 min
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Forwarding Table 3 min
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Flow Control
- Managed Switches
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Why Managed Switches? 3 min
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Switch Management Interfaces 2 min
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Static Forwarding / Lookup Table 1 min
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VLAN Tagging 5 min
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ACL - Access Control List 2 min
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QoS - Quality of Service 6 min
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Traffic and Error Statistics 4 min
- Your Feedback
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Ethernet Switch Fundamentals
In this course we will explore Ethernet switches and how they can be designed into embedded applications. We'll explore how switches work and look at key Switch features and interface options, which should be considered when selecting a Switch IC. (July 2022)
In this course we will explore Ethernet switches and how they can be designed into embedded applications. This class will start by reviewing the OSI network reference model and then look at the types of applications which can make use of embedded Ethernet switches. Next, we'll discuss the differences between managed and unmanaged switches. We then explore the key features and interfaces that distinguish one switch from another. Note that this course is focused on smaller embedded switches rather than on high port count carrier class switches.