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Title
Is it possible to adjust the MTU on a DPA? -
Description
Is it possible to adjust the MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) on a DPA (Distributed Processing Appliance)? Is it possible to change the MTU defualt of 1500? -
Resolution
2.5.913 and above
This ability has been included in TPAM 2.5.913 "BFER #6675: Allow the MTU size to be modified on the DPA console."
To adjust the MTU for a network interface:
1. Logon to the DPA locally or through SSH (if remote logon is enabled)
2. Select menu option 4 "Manage network settings"
3. Select menu option 2, or 3 depending on which NIC you wish to change
4. After entering the IP address, network, and gateway enter the new MTUTPAM 2.5.904-2.5.912:
Apply Hotfix_6675:
To adjust the MTU on a DPA, please install Hotfix_6675 on the TPAM appliance.
-Apply the patch as normal.-Confirm the patch log shows that the patch is successfully installed.-Utilize the 'Test DPA' button (this will need to be done for each DPA in turn)-After a successful test, reboot the DPA. This will activate the new menu item on the DPA to allow adjusting the MTU. -
Change Request
6675