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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
Okay thanks. I wanted separate VLANs for the purpose of containerizing the points. I understand what you mean though. I could just set half of the devices on one VRRP IP and the other half on the other one, right? Otherwise, do you think my final bullet points are solid for this setup?
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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
That's perfect. So that combines several concepts I was after which is : Aggregating 3 links together to make it higher bandwidth, Distributing internet from both gateways for 6Gbps total bandwidth, Distributing the internet to individual points and also automatically failing over. Thank you.
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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
VLAN was my primary understanding of load sharing with 2 separate gateways. Would appreciate further insight, if you would be kind enough to expand on this in your answer.
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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
Thanks. That is an excellent point. One of the primary concerns I had with aggregation and other methods, is load sharing exactly as you mentioned. There is 3 Gbps available from both of the Gateways. My total internet throughput could be 6 Gbps. So with aggergation, I understand that if I have 3 cables, I can combine it to form 3Gbps and use that in the Daisy Chain. The part I didn't quite understand is how it would interface with the other Gateway and how I could get 6 Gbps total internet throughput. Is there a reference I could look at to better understand?
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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
Thanks. I appreciate your answer. However, the hardware and distances are constraints. There is nothing that I can do to change those factors that I have discussed in the post.
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Best way to configure layer 2 daisy chain with 2 layer 3 switches/gateways at either end?
It would be about 10 Gbps at either end. For this reason, the 3 cables would not exceed the available bandwidth and would be a useful way to increase speed. The bandwidth between the switches is based on the 3 cables (see diagram). It would be 3Gbps as well. So just port aggregation across each one? But how would that work with 2 layer gateway switches?
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Best configuration for internet communication involving 3 fiber strands?
Excellent point, this is exactly why I posted. I'll definitely take a look into that.
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