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where can find the spec of layer 2 for ethernet communication with a switch

Altera_Forum
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where can find the spec of layer 2 for ethernet communication with a switch 

 

i find http://www.ieee802.org/3/ 

however, which one? 

 

just need a minimum requirement for send and receive data with a normal switch.
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Altera_Forum
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I switch is basically a multiport bridge. 

 

I can recommend this book: 

the all new switch book - r. siefert, j. edwards (http://www.amazon.com/the-all-new-switch-book-technology/dp/0470287152/ref=sr_1_2?ie=utf8&qid=1348059388&sr=8-2)
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