From: Mike M (mike_malan@yahoo.co.uk)
Date: Thu Jul 19 2007 - 21:04:05 ART
Thanks, Derek
I guess the PIM DR should be configured on a router
close to the source of the multicast feed?
regards
Mike
--- Derek Pocoroba <dpocoroba@gmail.com> wrote:
> Mike,
>
> DR in multicast setup ex:
> You have a LAN segment with 2x routers as gateways,
> both configured for
> multicast routing. These two routers will perform a
> DR elections as to what
> router will be the exit point for the IGMP traffic.
> Which will then in turn
> forward off to the RP
>
> HTH
> -Derek
>
> On 7/19/07, Mike M <mike_malan@yahoo.co.uk> wrote:
> >
> > Hi, all
> >
> > I am currently studying for my CCIE R&S lab exam.
> > This will be my 2nd attempt.
> >
> > I have drawn a blank on the "ip pim dr-priority"
> > command.
> >
> > The documentation I have searched for is not
> specific
> > enough.
> > The default value is 1.
> > Some questions if you can help?
> > 1. Where do you use this in your multicast
> network?
> > 2. Why would you use this command?
> > 3. Does PIM require a designated router to move
> > multicast streams around your network?
> >
> > Thanks for your help in advance.
> >
> > Regards
> > Mike
> >
> >
> >
>
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