z/VM Virtual Switch (Part 1): The Basics
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Linux & VM,
VM
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Proceedings ,
2016 ,
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In this session we will cover the basic components of the z/VM Virtual Switch (VSWITCH) and its Theory of Operation. We will focus on how physical Ethernet switches work and how they interface with z/VM. In addition to learning how hosts communicate on a LAN and how it works with TCP/IP; you will learn about the difference between z/VM Guest LANs and the VSWITCH; the difference between switching and routing; the meanings of 'Layer 2' and 'Layer 3'; authorization options; HiperSocket-VSWITCH Bridge; Virtual Edge Port Aggregator (VEPA) and other IEEE standards. Also we'll discuss the various high availability options; including Link Aggregation.-Alan Altmark-IBM Corporation
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