In the context of configuring network devices or protocols, particularly those related to managing data flow between devices, the terms "rt" and "tx" (transmit), along with "rr" (receive ready), refer to different aspects of flow control.
For Forthite (a common typo for "FortiGate," "Forthite" could refer to a specific protocol or device not widely recognized):
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Flow Control Disabled (RT): This implies that the device will not manage data flow actively. Flow control is typically used to prevent data loss during transmission by controlling traffic based on the receiver's capacity.
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TX Enabled: Enabling TX means the device is allowed to transmit data. This is crucial for any communication as it allows sending information to the other device.
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RR Enabled: When RR (Receive Ready) is enabled, it means the device signals its readiness to receive data. This is important for ensuring that the sender knows it can safely send data without overwhelming the receiver.
Best Practices:
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Flow Control Disabled: In environments where latency is critical and you have established other means of managing traffic (like bandwidth limitations, quality of service (QoS), etc.), you might keep flow control disabled.
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TX Enabled: Always keep TX enabled unless you want to completely halt data transmission.
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RR Enabled: Often beneficial, as it allows the sender to know when it can keep sending data.
Conclusion:
For effective communication without overwhelming either device, a good setup would generally have flow control disabled while ensuring TX is enabled and RR is also enabled. However, your requirements may change based on specific network conditions or the devices you are using. Always refer to the specific documentation of the hardware or protocols you are working with for the most accurate configurations.