The "Grandfather" of Auto VLANs. VMPS is a Cisco legacy feature where a switch acts as a client and queries a central server (the VMPS) containing a database of MAC addresses mapped to VLANs.
| Feature | Best for | Rating | Notes | |---------|----------|--------|-------| | | VoIP deployments | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Works well if phones support LLDP-MED/CDP. | | Auto Surveillance VLAN | IP cameras | ⭐⭐⭐ | Simpler, but many cameras don’t advertise themselves. | | 802.1X + dynamic VLAN | Corporate/secure networks | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Excellent security, but needs RADIUS and certs. | | MAC-based VLAN (static list) | Small fixed-device pools | ⭐⭐ | Hard to maintain; not recommended for large networks. | auto vlan
Requires careful initial configuration (e.g., MAC address lists, OUI rules, RADIUS servers). Misconfiguration can lead to devices landing in the wrong VLAN or falling back to a default. The "Grandfather" of Auto VLANs
Auto VLAN features aim to simplify network administration by automatically placing devices into the correct VLAN based on device type, MAC address, or protocol. Below is a balanced review. | | Auto Surveillance VLAN | IP cameras