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SVI vs VLAN : Know the difference
Below table describes the difference between SVI and VLAN
PARAMETER | SVI | VLAN |
Abbreviation for | Switched Virtual Interface | Virtual Local Area Network |
Platform support | Only configurable on Layer 3 devices. | Can be configured on Layer 3 and Layer 2 devices |
Routing across IP subnets | SVI can perform routing across IP subnets | Cannot perform Routing between VLANs |
Configuration | Interface Vlan (Vlan ID) | Can be enabled via following command: Vlan (Vlan ID) |
OSI Layer | Works on Layer 3 of OSI Model | Works on Layer 2 of OSI Model |
SOURCE:https://ipwithease.com
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