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CPE Ethernet switch suggestions


From: ML <ml () kenweb org>
Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:04:25 -0400

Lately I've been delivering triple play services over a single CAT5 drop
from a IDF to customers.  We have been using small SOHO switches but
they've been turning into a bit of a hassle since we have to stage each
switch before deployment.

I want remove the initial staging step by allowing the installer to just
plug the switch in and have the switch grab a config from a TFTP server
noted by a DHCP option.

Features that I would absolutely need for the switch to be viable:


IGMP Snooping
Dot1q VLAN tagging
Preferably 8-ports
A decent set of rate limiting options (5/10/20Mbps)
Extra bonus if it can also be PoE powered


Does anyone on list know of such a dream CPE device?



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