10 Jan
2005
10 Jan
'05
8:03 p.m.
Correct, route reflector's main advantage is scalability and if you're thinking to evolve into a larger network with dedicated access and core routers, route reflectors are a far better option than full mesh, though perhaps not from the start.
Does anyone have any input on when this does make sense ? We have 3 Main IP pops with upstream BGP at each and 4 internal BGP sessions. I am looking to add 2 new routers so there will be about 7 sessions on each border router. They are 7206VXR all 256MB RAM just acting as border. No customer circuits, etc. Is it time to look at route reflectors at this point ? Any input or guidelines for making a smooth transition from Full mesh ? Thanks Eric