HP BladeSystem bc2800 Embedded Web System User Guide for the HP BladeSystem PC - Page 94

Configuring Interfaces Configuring GARP This section contains information for configuring Generic Attribute Registration Protocol (GARP). This section includes the following topics: ■ Defining GARP ■ Defining GVRP ■ Viewing GVRP Statistics Defining GARP GARP is a general-purpose protocol that registers any network connectivity or membership-style information. GARP defines a set of devices interested in a given network attribute, such as VLAN or multicast address. When configuring GARP, ensure the following: ■ The leave timer must be greater than or equal to three times the join time. ■ The leave all timer must be greater than the leave timer. ■ Set the same GARP timer values on all Layer 2 connected devices. If the GARP timers are set differently on the Layer 2 connected devices, the GARP application does not operate successfully. To define GARP on the device: 1. Click Layer 2 > VLAN > GARP Settings. The GARP Settings page opens: GARP Settings The GARP Settings page contains the following fields: ❏ Ports - Displays the port settings for GARP. ❏ LAGs - Displays the LAG settings for GARP. ❏ Interface - Displays the port or LAG on which GARP is enabled. 6-16 www.hp.com Embedded Web System User Guide