A "hub" or "repeater" operates at layer 1 and makes no intelligent decision about what to forward. A packet enters a port and is forwarded out all other active ports on the hub. The concept of a loop only exists at higher layers.
Jay Dunn IPI*GrammTech, Ltd. www.ipi-gt.com Nunquam Facilis Est -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Han Chuan Alex Ang Sent: Monday, December 09, 2002 3:44 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Dumb question [7:58783] I am wondering if Hub could be subjected to loop problems , if not, what will happen if there is a loop within a Hub enviroment Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=58787&t=58783 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
