Types of interfaces for FlexEdge Secure SD-WAN Engines in the IPS and Layer 2 Engine roles
Interface definitions are an important part of IPS and Layer 2 Engine elements.
Interface type | Purpose of interface | Limitations |
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Physical (Normal type) |
System communications. These interfaces are used when the engine is the source or the final destination of the communications. An example is control communications between the engine and the Management Server. Define at least one interface that is dedicated to system communications for each IPS engine or Layer 2 Engine. |
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Physical (Capture Interface or Inline Interface type) |
Traffic inspection. Define one or more traffic inspection interfaces for each IPS engine or Layer 2 Engine. |
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VLAN | Divides a single physical interface into several virtual interfaces. |
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