Enable Loopback-Mode Vlan - Extreme Networks ExtremeWare XOS Command Reference Manual

VLAN Commands

enable loopback-mode vlan

enable loopback-mode vlan <vlan_name>
Description
Allows a VLAN to be placed in the UP state without an external active port. This allows (disallows) the
VLANs routing interface to become active.
Syntax Description
vlan_name Specifies a VLAN name.
Default
N/A.
Usage Guidelines
Use this command to specify a stable interface as a source interface for routing protocols. This decreases
the possibility of route flapping, which can disrupt connectivity.
Example
The following command allows the VLAN accounting to be placed in the UP state without an external
active port:
enable loopback-mode vlan accounting
History
This command was first available in ExtremeWare XOS 10.1.
Platform Availability
This command is available on all platforms.
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