Nortel Networks 42C4911 Switch User Manual


 
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Chapter 12: OSPF 42C4911, January 2007
OSPF Configuration Examples
A summary of the basic steps for configuring OSPF on the GbE Switch Module is listed here.
Detailed instructions for each of the steps is covered in the following sections:
1. Configure IP interfaces.
One IP interface is required for each desired network (range of IP addresses) being assigned to
an OSPF area on the switch.
2. (Optional) Configure the router ID.
The router ID is required only when configuring virtual links on the switch.
3. Enable OSPF on the switch.
4. Define the OSPF areas.
5. Configure OSPF interface parameters.
IP interfaces are used for attaching networks to the various areas.
6. (Optional) Configure route summarization between OSPF areas.
7. (Optional) Configure virtual links.
8. (Optional) Configure host routes.