The Name [Vlan Name] Cisco command

Cisco Command: name [vlan name]

Usage:

• The 'name [vlan name]' command is used in Cisco devices to assign a descriptive name to a specific VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network).
• The VLAN name is used to identify and manage VLANs within a network and can be up to 32 characters long.

Functionality:

• When the 'name [vlan name]' command is entered, the specified VLAN is assigned the provided name.

Equipment Compatibility:

• The 'name [vlan name]' command is supported on various Cisco networking devices that have VLAN capabilities, including routers, switches, and wireless access points.

Additional Information:

• VLANs are created to logically segment a network into multiple isolated broadcast domains.
• Each VLAN acts as a separate Layer 2 network, allowing for improved security, traffic control, and network management.
• Assigning a descriptive name to a VLAN helps network administrators easily identify and manage different VLANs within their network.

name [vlan name] Usage Examples

The 'name [vlan name]' command in Cisco is used to assign a name to a VLAN. This helps in identifying and managing VLANs easily.

Examples:

1. Assign a name to VLAN 10:

   switch(config)# vlan 10
   switch(vlan-config)# name Marketing
   

2. Assign a name to VLAN 10 using a space in the name:

   switch(config)# vlan 10
   switch(vlan-config)# name "Marketing and Sales"
   

3. Assign a name to multiple VLANs at once:

   switch(config)# vlan 10,20,30
   switch(vlan-config)# name Marketing,Finance,Engineering
   

4. Rename a VLAN:

   switch(config)# vlan 10
   switch(vlan-config)# name Old_Name
   switch(vlan-config)# name New_Name
   

5. Clear the name of a VLAN:

   switch(config)# vlan 10
   switch(vlan-config)# no name
   

6. Display the name of a VLAN:

   switch# show vlan 10
   VLAN Name                     Status    Ports
   ---------                     ------    -----
   Marketing                     active    Fa0/1, Fa0/2