Configuring the RPF vector feature

About the RPF vector feature

This feature enables the device to insert the RPF vector (IP address of the ASBR in the local AS) in PIM join messages for other devices to perform RPF check.

Restrictions and guidelines

Perform this task on PEs that have attached receivers.

For the device to work with other manufacturers' products on the RPF vector, you must enable RPF vector compatibility for all HPE P devices and HPE PE devices on the public network.

Procedure

  1. Enter system view.

    system-view

  2. Enter MRIB view of a VPN instance.

    multicast routing vpn-instance vpn-instance-name

  3. Enable the RPF vector feature.

    rpf proxy vector

    By default, the RPF vector feature is disabled.

  4. Enable RPF vector compatibility.

    multicast rpf-proxy-vector compatible

    By default, RPF vector compatibility is disabled.