Chapter 6 Configuring the Internet Protocol

Configuring the IP Record Route

Configuring the IP Record Route

To enable the CSS to process frames with the IP address of each router along a path, use the ip record-routecommand. For example:

(config)# ip record-route

Caution Enabling the ip record-routecommand could pose security risks to your network. The ip record-routecommand inserts the IP address of each router along a path into the IP header.

The CSS does not load balance TCP or UDP packets with IP options that are destined to a VIP address. These packet types are dropped and the CSS returns an ICMP destination/port unreachable error. This behavior exists regardless of the state (enabled or disabled) of the ip record-routeand ip source-routecommands.

The CSS, however, does respond to ICMP packets that are destined to a VIP address. The CSS also responds to TCP or UDP packets that include IP options that are destined to a local circuit address, or require that a routing decision be made.

To disable the processing of frames with the record-route option (the default behavior), enter:

(config)# no ip record-route

Configuring Box-to-Box Redundancy

Box-to-box redundancy provides chassis-level redundancy between two identically configured CSSs. Refer to the Cisco Content Services Switch Redundancy Guide for information about configuring box-to-box redundancy. Use the ip redundancy command to enable box-to-box redundancy.

The CSS does not support simultaneous box-to-box redundancy and VIP or interface redundancy configurations.

For example:

(config)# ip redundancy

To disable box-to-box redundancy, enter:

(config)# no ip redundancy

 

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OL-8241-02 specifications

Cisco Systems OL-8241-02 is a significant component of Cisco's extensive portfolio, catering specifically to the needs of enterprise-level networking. This module is designed to provide advanced routing capabilities, aiding organizations in achieving robust connectivity and efficient data transmission across their networks. It is particularly popular among businesses that require reliable performance and scalability.

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