Tp-Link TL-SG1016DE V2 [31/48] Loop prevention

Figure 6-3 Cable Test

The following entries are displayed on this screen:

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Cable Test

Select: Click the check box to select the desired port for cable test.

It is

multi-optional.

Port: Displays the port number of the switch.

Test Result:

Displays the

connection status of the cable connected to the port.

The test results of the cable include “No Cable”, “Open”

“Short”, ”Open Short”, “Normal”, “Cro Cable” and “others”.

Cable Fault

Distance(m):

Displays the error length (in meters) of the cable.

Note:

The test result is just for your reference.

6.4 Loop Prevention

With loop prevention feature enabled, the switch can detect loops using loop detection packets.

When a loop is detected, the switch will block the corresponding port automatically.