In previous posts I described VXLAN using flood and learn behavior using multicast or ingress replication. The drawback to flood and learn is that frames need to be flooded/replicated for the VTEPs to learn of each other and for learning
Introduction to VXLAN
In the previous post, we looked at some of the challenges with L2-based networks. Now let’s start diving into what VXLAN is and what it can provide. First, let’s talk about overlays. Overlays Overlays are not new. We have had
VXLAN/EVPN – What Are the Challenges in L2-based Networks?
Before diving into a new technology, it is always useful to understand the previous generation of technology, what the limitations where, and how the new technology intends to overcome them. In this post, let’s look at what some of the