Mastering EtherChannel: Hands-On Lab Guide
Exclusive Tutorial from CCNA Classes in Multan
As part of our comprehensive CCNA training in Multan at Computer College, we emphasize practical, hands-on learning. This EtherChannel lab tutorial is exactly what we cover in our Packet Tracer sessions.
What is EtherChannel?
EtherChannel is a port link aggregation technology that allows multiple physical switch ports to be bundled into one logical channel.
Lab Scenario
Network Topology:
• 3 FastEthernet links: Fa0/1-3
• VLAN 10: Sales (192.168.10.0/24)
• VLAN 20: Marketing (192.168.20.0/24)
• Protocol: LACP
Step-by-Step Configuration
1. Basic Switch Configuration
SW1> enable
SW1# configure terminal
SW1(config)# hostname SW1
2. Create VLANs
SW1(config)# vlan 10
SW1(config-vlan)# name Sales
SW1(config-vlan)# vlan 20
SW1(config-vlan)# name Marketing
3. EtherChannel with LACP
SW1(config)# interface range fa0/1-3
SW1(config-if-range)# switchport mode trunk
SW1(config-if-range)# channel-group 1 mode active
SW1(config-if-range)# exit
SW1(config)# interface port-channel 1
SW1(config-if)# switchport trunk allowed vlan 10,20
Verification Commands
SW1# show interfaces port-channel 1
SW1# show interfaces trunk
SW1# show vlan brief
Expected Output
Common Issues & Solutions
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