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

IP Unicast Commands

enable loopback-mode vlan

enable loopback-mode vlan [<vlan name> | all]
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
all
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 6.1.
Platform Availability
This command is available on "i" series platforms.
872
Specifies a VLAN name.
Specifies all VLANs.
ExtremeWare Software 7.0.0 Command Reference Guide