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3.4.1. LACP Configuration
LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol - IEEE 802.3ad) is the open standard for EtherChannel negotiation.
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Active | Actively initiates LACP negotiation |
| Passive | Responds to LACP but doesn't initiate |
Both sides must be active, or one active and one passive.
Switch(config)# interface range GigabitEthernet0/1-2
Switch(config-if-range)# channel-group 1 mode active
Switch(config-if-range)# exit
Switch(config)# interface port-channel 1
Switch(config-if)# switchport mode trunk
Switch(config-if)# switchport trunk allowed vlan 10,20,30
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