Rockwell Automation 1783-Mxxx Stratix 8000 and 8300 Ethernet Managed Switches User Manual - Manual (Page 59)

Rockwell Automation Publication 1783-UM003I-EN-P - March 2014 59
Switch Software Features Chapter 3
Global Macro Once you complete Express Setup, a global macro (ab-global) executes. This
macro configures the switch for typical industrial automation applications by
using the EtherNet/IP protocol. This macro sets many parameters, including
these major settings:
• Enable IGMP snooping and Querier
• Enable CIP
• Configure QoS settings and classify CIP, PTP and other traffic
• Enables alarms, SYSLOG, SNMP Notifications
• Enable Rapid Spanning Tree (RSTP), BPDU Guard, BPDU Filter and
loop guard
If you do not run Express Setup to initialize the switch, the global macro does not
run. You can also run the global macro by using the CLI.
Smartports Smartports roles are recommended configurations for the switch ports. These
configurations, also referred to as port roles, optimize the switch connections and
ensure security, transmission quality, and reliability for traffic from the switch
ports. The port roles also help prevent port misconfigurations.
Optimize Ports through Port Roles
The port roles are based on the type of devices to be connected to the switch
ports. For example, the Desktop for Automation port role is specifically for
switch ports to be connected to desktop and laptop computers.
By default, the switch ports are set with the None port role.
TIP Use port roles immediately after the switch initial setup. The switch ports
are then correctly configured before they are connected to devices.
Table 2 - Port Roles
Port Role Description
Automation Device Apply this role to ports to be connected to EtherNet/IP (Ethernet Industrial Protocol) devices. It can be used for industrial automation
devices, such as logic controllers and I/O:
• Port is set to Access mode.
• Port security supports only one MAC ID.
• Optimize queue management for CIP traffic.
Desktop for Automation Apply this role to ports to be connected to desktop devices, such as desktop computers, workstations, notebook computers, and other
client-based hosts:
• Port is set to Access mode.
• Portfast enabled.
• Port security supports only one MAC ID.
Do not apply to ports to be connected to switches, routers, or access points.
Switch for Automation Apply this role to ports to be connected to other switches.
Port is set to Trunk mode.
Router for Automation Apply this role to routers or ports to be connected to Layer 3 switches with routing services enabled.