Huawei S1720 Series Configuration Guide

8.3 Configuring Basic BGP4+ Functions
Before building BGP4+ networks, you need to configure basic BGP4+ functions.
8.3.1 Establishing the Configuration Task
Before configuring basic BGP4+ functions, familiarize yourself with the applicable
environment, complete the pre-configuration tasks, and obtain the required data. This can help
you complete the configuration task quickly and accurately.
Applicable Environment
BGP4+ is configured in an IPv6 network.
Pre-configuration Tasks
Before configuring basic BGP4+ functions, complete the following tasks:
l Enabling IPv6
l Configuring link layer protocol parameters and IPv6 addresses for interfaces to make link
layers of the interfaces Up
Data Preparation
To configure BGP4+, you need the following data.
No.
Data
1 Local AS number and Router ID
2 IPv6 address and AS number of the peer
3 (Optional) Interfaces that set up the BGP4+ session
8.3.2 Starting a BGP Process
Starting a BGP4+ process is a prerequisite for configuring basic BGP4+ functions. When starting
a BGP4+ process, you need to specify the number of the AS that the device belongs to.
Context
Do as follows on the switch on which the BGP4+ connection needs to be set up:
Procedure
Step 1 Run:
system-view
The system view is displayed.
S6700 Series Ethernet Switches
Configuration Guide - IP Routing 8 BGP4+ Configuration
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Huawei S1720 Series Specifications

General

Operating Humidity	5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Uplink Ports	4 x GE combo ports
VLANs	4094
Power Supply	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Layer 2 Features	VLAN
Layer 3 Features	Static routing
Management	SNMP
Operating Temperature	0°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +70°C
Dimensions (W x D x H)	442 mm x 220 mm x 43.6 mm