EVPN

14 min read

When implementing an Ethernet Virtual Private Network, the choice of network design for overlay routing is influenced by scalability, multi-tenancy, segmentation, and operational simplicity. Learn how the key differences among varying overlay routing architectures makes it possible to evaluate and choose an implementation that offers the best fit for an organization.

DATA CENTER

Shankar Varanasy

Cisco NX-OS VXLAN Innovations Part 1: Inter-VNI Communication Using Downstream VNI

4 min read

Acquisition and mergers involve integration of both business and IT infrastructure and there is a need for fast and seamless integration. Similarly, in shared-services scenario, tenants in a network need transparent access to the extranet or shared services in more flexible fashion. Cisco VXLAN EVPN Downstream VNI provides greater flexibility and time savings when it comes to integration of disjoint networks and shared-service deployments.

DATA CENTER

Fady KHELLA

Cisco Introduces Segment Routing v6 on Nexus 9000 GX Series Platforms

5 min read

Segment Routing v6 facilitates multi tenancy and traffic engineering in data center networks, leverages IPv6 underlay and forwarding, and is suitable for scalable data center and core/WAN deployments.

SP360: SERVICE PROVIDER

Vipul Deokar

XR7, Not Just Another Release

4 min read

Find out why IOS XR7 is more than just a mere new release — Its noteworthy evolutions make it simple, modern, trustworthy, and cloud-enhanced.

DATA CENTER

Emmeline Wong

VXLAN EVPN – De-Facto Standard, Open and Interoperable

5 min read

EVPN continues to evolve and prove its versatility at Multi-Vendor interoperability events, serving as the defacto standard across Data Center, Enterprise, and Service Provider markets.