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L. PatrãoVMware vSphere Essentialshttps://doi.org/10.1007/979-8-8688-0208-9_16

16. Configuring LACP in vSphere Distributed Switch

Luciano Patrão1  
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Selfkant, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
 

In this chapter we will discuss the importance of Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) in the vSphere Distributed Switch (vDS) environment. LACP plays a role in enhancing network performance and reliability by combining network connections. By understanding how to configure and utilize LACP within vDS, you will be well equipped to optimize your VMware infrastructure for increased throughput and redundancy.

16.1 What Is Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP)

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