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IBM REDBOOKS B24X User Manual

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IBM Ethernet Switch B24X

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Interoperating in existing network environments

The IBM Ethernet Switch B24X interoperates seamlessly in existing network environments utilizing

standards-based protocols. IBM Ethernet Switch B24X leverages the proven IronWare Operating System
with an industry-standard CLI so network administrators can utilize their existing skill sets.

Figure 8 shows an example of the B24X used as an access and aggregation switch.

Figure 8. IBM Ethernet Switch B24X connecting to the network infrastructure