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

IGP Commands

configure ospf add virtual-link

configure ospf add virtual-link <router-identifier> <area-identifier>
Description
Adds a virtual link connected to another ABR.
Syntax Description
router-identifier
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:
• router-identifier—Far-end router interface number.
• area-identifier—Transit area used for connecting the two end-points. The transit area cannot have the
area identifier 0.0.0.0. and 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 XOS 10.1.
690
Specifies the router ID of the other end of the link.
Specifies an OSPF area.
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