Tag: ospfv3

Diagram and configuration commands for setting up OSPFv3 on a network.
CCNA September 1, 2019

How to Configure OSPFv3: Complete Guide (Updated 2025)

Figure 1 shows the reference topology for configuring OSPFv3. You can also see the commands for configuring OSPFv3 for IPv6 unicast and link-local addresses on the interfaces of Router1. As identified in the referenced topology, assume that Router2, Router3, and Router4 interfaces have already been configured with the global IPv6 and link-local addresses. This topology […]
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nfographic comparing similarities and differences between OSPFv2 and OSPFv3 routing protocols, including link-state features, metrics, areas, packet types, router ID, advertised routes, multicast addresses, authentication, and LSA types.
CCNA September 1, 2019

OSPFv2 vs OSPFv3: Key Differences and Similarities

OSPFv3 is a routing protocol for IPv6, just as OSPFv2 is for IPv4. While both share core principles, there are vital differences in their operation. OSPFv3 serves as the IPv6 equivalent to OSPFv2 for exchanging prefixes, making it essential for modern networks handling dual-stack environments. In IPv6, the network address is referred to as the […]
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