[c-nsp] Jumbo frames, MPLS, and Metro Ethernet

[Novice]

Hi Mike,

When u write - We've run into issues where we *thought* jumbos were
supported then come to find out it's only on the first 3 out of 18
ports >>>> can u confirm which hardware device is this ?? We are
seeing some similiar issues.

Thanks,
Kasturi.


On Thu, 17 Feb 2005 13:23:04 -0800, Michael Smith <mksmith at noanet.net> wrote:
> On 2/16/05 1:33 PM, "Greg Schwimer" <gschwimer at godaddy.com> wrote:
> 
> > Heh... of course it's that easy!  I was wondering what experiences
> > others might have had with allowing jumbo frames in an MPLS network that
> > provides internet transit services to its connected edge nets.  Are
> > there any "gotchas" to consider?
> >
> The biggest issue I've found is not whether or not to transport, but what
> specific ports on what specific cards on what specific devices will support
> jumbo frames.  We've run into issues where we *thought* jumbos were
> supported then come to find out it's only on the first 3 out of 18 ports.
> 
> Be sure to confirm beyond a shadow of a doubt that the frame-size you're
> looking for is supported on the hardware you have/plan to purchase.
> 
> Mike
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