RFC 2643 · INFORMATIONAL · 1999

Cabletron's SecureFast VLAN Operational Model

Overview

RFC 2643, “Cabletron's SecureFast VLAN Operational Model”, is an Informational document published in August 1999 by D. Ruffen, T. Len, J. Yanacek. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.

Abstract

Cabletron's SecureFast VLAN (SFVLAN) product implements a distributed connection-oriented switching protocol that provides fast forwarding of data packets at the MAC layer. The product uses the concept of virtual LANs (VLANs) to determine the validity of call connection requests and to scope the broadcast of certain flooded messages. This memo provides information for the Internet community.

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Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.

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