Chapter 8. Multilayer Switching

See the following sections to configure and use these features:

  • 8-1: Multilayer Switching— Discusses the configuration of Layer 3 switching on platforms that support multilayer switching (MLS) and have separate route processor and switching engines.

  • 8-2: Cisco Express Forwarding— Covers the steps that tune Layer 3 switching on the platforms that support Cisco Express Forwarding (CEF).

  • 8-3: NetFlow Data Export— Explains how to use NetFlow Data Export (NDE) to send Layer 3 flow statistics for collection and analysis.

  • 8-4: MSFC Redundancy with Single Router Mode— Explains how to configure dual Multilayer Switching Feature Card (MSFC) modules for failover when only one is active.

  • 8-5: MSFC Redundancy with Configuration ...

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