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RFC 6513: Multicast in MPLS/BGP IP VPNs

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In plain English — editorial summary, not part of the RFC

In order for IP multicast traffic within a BGP/MPLS IP VPN (Virtual Private Network) to travel from one VPN site to another, special protocols and procedures must be implemented by the VPN Service Provider. These protocols and procedures are specified in this document. [STANDARDS-TRACK]

Document record

Document ID
RFC6513
Published
February 2012
Authors
E. Rosen; R. Aggarwal
Status
PROPOSED STANDARD
Stream
IETF
Area
rtg
Pages
88
Also known as
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Updated by:
RFC 7582, RFC 7900, RFC 7988

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