Netgear XSM4324FS CLI Manual Software Version 12.x - Page 10

M4300 Intelligent Edge Series Fully Managed Stackable Switches Scope The NETGEAR managed switch software encompasses both hardware and software support. The software is partitioned to run in the following processors: • CPU. This code runs the networking device management portfolio and controls the overall networking device hardware. It also assists in frame forwarding, as needed and specified. This code is designed to run on multiple platforms with minimal changes from platform to platform. • Networking device processor. This code does the majority of the packet switching, usually at wire speed. This code is platform dependent, and substantial changes might exist across products. Product Concept Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet switching continues to evolve from high-end backbone applications to desktop switching applications. The price of the technology continues to decline, while performance and feature sets continue to improve. Devices that are capable of switching Layers 2, 3, and 4 are increasingly in demand. The NETGEAR managed switch software provides a flexible solution to these ever-increasing needs. The exact functionality provided by each networking device on which the NETGEAR managed switch software runs varies depending upon the platform. The NETGEAR managed switch software includes a set of comprehensive management functions for managing both the software and the network. You can manage the NETGEAR managed switch software by using one of the following three methods: • Command-line interface (CLI) • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) • Web-based About the Managed Switch Software 10 CLI Command Reference Manual