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Table 10. Hash type descriptions
DescriptionHash
Type
Based on the source and destination MAC addresses. All traffic between the ReadyNAS and a particular
device is transmitted on the same physical link.
Layer 2
Based on the source and destination IP addresses. Here too, all traffic between the ReadyNAS and a
particular device is transmitted on the same physical link.
Layer 3
Based on the source and destination port numbers. Traffic between the ReadyNAS and a particular
device can be spread across multiple links.
Layer 4
Create a Bonded Adapter
You can create a bonded adapter on ReadyNAS systems with two or more Ethernet
interfaces.
To create a bonded adapter:
1. Log in to your ReadyNAS.
2. Select Network > Links.
The page updates showing the Ethernet interfaces.
3. Click the gear icon next to the Ethernet interface you want to bond.
4. Click the New Bond button in the pop-up menu.
A pop-up window opens.
The options displayed depend on the teaming mode that is selected.
5. In the Bond with menu, select another available Ethernet interface to include in the
bonded adapter.
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ReadyNAS OS 6.10