Open In App
Related Articles

Access Ports (Data and Voice) in CCNA

Improve Article
Improve
Save Article
Save
Like Article
Like

Pre-requisites:- Access ports, ping

Voice and data access ports are required when an end host is connected to a VoIP device. These are known as Multi VLAN Access Ports(MVAP). Using this allows both the PC and Phone to communicate using a single switch port which would otherwise require 2 ports.

Access ports (Data and Voice)  in CCNA

 

An access port can be made MVAP using the command:

interface <interface>
switchport mode access
switchport access vlan <vlan>
switchport voice vlan <vlan>

Configuring MVAP:

Consider a topology:

Configuring MVAP

 

A point to note is that IP phones are by default turned off you need to turn them on by adding power supply in the physical section.

Turning on IP phone:

 

Configuring PC3 and PC4:

 

 

Configuring Switch Physical Interfaces:

interface FastEthernet0/1
switchport mode access
switchport voice vlan 20
interface FastEthernet0/2
switchport mode access

Now PC4 and PC3 can now communicate while using only using 2 switch ports.

 

Simulation:

Simulation

 

Whether you're preparing for your first job interview or aiming to upskill in this ever-evolving tech landscape, GeeksforGeeks Courses are your key to success. We provide top-quality content at affordable prices, all geared towards accelerating your growth in a time-bound manner. Join the millions we've already empowered, and we're here to do the same for you. Don't miss out - check it out now!

Last Updated : 23 Nov, 2022
Like Article
Save Article
Previous
Next
Similar Reads
Complete Tutorials