What are the special features when using "Sync over Ethernet" (IEEE 1588)?

Special features when using "Sync over Ethernet" (IEEE 1588)

  • When creating the network topology, please note that a maximum of 3 cascaded switches are used between the Sync Master and the Sync Slave.
  • When using Layer 3 switches, the Layer 3 functionality of the used ports must be disabled.
  • The following switches are suitable for using "Sync over Ethernet":
    D-Link: all 24-port Layer-2 PoE switches, e.g. DES-1210-28P, DES-3200-28P, DGS-1224TP
    HP: all 24-port Layer-2 PoE switches, e.g. ProCurve 2626-PWR
    Enterasys: B3G124
    Cisco: Catalyst 3560, Catalyst 2960-48PST-L, Small Business Pro ESW500

The information given here does not constitute a guarantee of product characteristics.