Configure Ospf Add Virtual-Link - Extreme Networks ExtremeWare Command Reference Manual

configure ospf add virtual-link

configure ospf add virtual-link <routerid> <area identifier>
Description
Adds a virtual link connected to another ABR.
Syntax Description
routerid
area identifier
Default
N/A.
Usage Guidelines
A virtual link provides a logical path between the ABR of the disconnected area and the ABR of the
normal area that connects to the backbone. A virtual link must be established between two ABRs that
have a common area, with one ABR connected to the backbone. Specify the following:
• routerid—Far-end router identifier number.
• area identifier—Transit area used for connecting the two end-points. The transit area cannot have the
IP address 0.0.0.0. the transit area cannot be a stub area or an NSSA.
Example
The following command configures a virtual link between the two interfaces:
configure ospf add virtual-link 10.1.2.1 10.1.0.0
History
This command was available in ExtremeWare 2.0.
This command was added to the Summit "e" series of switches in ExtremeWare 7.1e.
Platform Availability
This command is available on all platforms.
ExtremeWare 7.5 Command Reference Guide
Specifies an IP address that identifies the router.
Specifies an OSPF area.
configure ospf add virtual-link
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