07-12-2013 05:11 AM - edited 03-07-2019 02:22 PM
Hi
I see the 4500X now supports VSS. However when I look at the usual Dual Active detection options I see there is only ePAgP and BFD. In fact is there even BFD ?
In a document I found it only discussed ePAgP which is fine if your attached devices can do that.
Can anyone clarify the options for dual active detection and whether a dedicated link for BFD is an option. Do we do 2 methods of detection as was previously advised on the 6500 chassis ?
Thanks for your input.
St.
07-17-2013 03:28 PM
From what I can find it seems that a trusted ePAgP channel is the only option for Dual active detection. With that in mind does anyone know if I can do that via a channel to a Sup 2e 4506 and what version IOS is needed ?
Many thanks, St.
07-17-2013 03:43 PM
Hi,
Here is good doc to look at for versions that support VSS on the 4500.
https://supportforums.cisco.com/docs/DOC-29472
HTH
07-18-2013 02:14 AM
Sorry. The Sup2e is the VSS end Supervisor. I have a Sup V on the 4500 that I am hoping to use ePAgP through.
I am looking for a version that allows me to use ePAgP on a Sup V chassis. I have previoulsy done this via a 3750 stack and had to upgrade to 12.2(55) I think.
Thanks, St.
09-08-2013 08:36 PM
Hi,
I've done the DAD via ePAgP through 4507R-E chassis. I am using 7LE supvisor.
Cisco IOS Software, IOS-XE Software, Catalyst 4500 L3 Switch Software (cat4500e-UNIVERSALK9-M), Version 03.04.00.SG RELEASE SOFTWARE (fc3)
show pagp dual-active
PAgP dual-active detection enabled: Yes
PAgP dual-active version: 1.1
Channel group 1
Dual-Active Partner Partner Partner
Port Detect Capable Name Port Version
Te3/1 Yes 01-0049-407-ag01 Te2/1/1 1.1
Te4/1 Yes 01-0049-407-ag01 Te1/1/1 1.1
I assume it is supported on other 4500 supvisor if you can get the right IOS version. This feature to me is not invovled with hardware too much.
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Best Regards
09-10-2013 09:01 AM
The new 4500-X software release includes support for the latest detection method, called VSLP Fast-Hello's: -
"Support for VSLP Fast Hello—With VSLP Fast Hello, the Catalyst 4500-X configured for VSS can now connect Access Switches that do not support the ePAgP protocol"
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/switches/lan/catalyst4500/release/note/OL_29984-01.html
I've not configured this feature, but Cisco say it has the detection speed of ePAgP without some of the drawbacks, including the need to link via a ePAgP-compatible switch, but one that's not stacked.
Fast-Hello is a direct layer-2 link between the two VSS members, so much easier. It's also described in the VSS Campus 3.0 best practice guide: -
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/solutions/Enterprise/Campus/VSS30dg/VSS-dg_ch4.html
However, I've no idea how stable the latest release is. Perhaps something to consider.
10-30-2013 08:03 AM
shillings schrieb:
I've not configured this feature, but Cisco say it has the detection speed of ePAgP without some of the drawbacks, including the need to link via a ePAgP-compatible switch, but one that's not stacked.
The new 2960X, 3850 Catalyst Switches... do support ePAgP over cross-stack Etherchannel....
10-30-2013 08:18 AM
Wladimir Gruenemaier wrote:
shillings schrieb:
I've not configured this feature, but Cisco say it has the detection speed of ePAgP without some of the drawbacks, including the need to link via a ePAgP-compatible switch, but one that's not stacked.
The new 2960X, 3850 Catalyst Switches... do support ePAgP over cross-stack Etherchannel....
This May 2013 thread suggests it's not been added, but I don't know myself for sure:
https://supportforums.cisco.com/thread/2219249
LACP will support it, but you probably knew that already.
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