Key New Technologies Integrated with Cisco Nexus 1000V

In addition, here are some brief clarifications and explanations on some concepts and new technologies that have been integrated to work with the Cisco Nexus 1000V Series software switch. Depth in detail of these concepts and technologies is beyond the scope of this chapter.

What Is the Difference Between VN-Link and VN-Tag?

VN-Link (Virtual Network—Link) is not a technology; it’s a marketing term that refers to network visibility of nonphysical, nondirect attached devices. This could include virtual machines or virtual interfaces, or could mean physical interfaces on nonswitching remote devices like Nexus 2000 Series devices. Two approaches offer VN-Link capabilities:

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