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Through file synchronization, the VM configuration and policy files are periodically downloaded to the
XNV-enabled switches, which allows these switches to continue to support VM connections when the
Ridgeline server or the repository server is unavailable. You can also initiate a file synchronization from
the XNV-enabled switch.
Network Management and Inventory
Ridgeline’s XNV feature is designed to support network management programs such as Ridgeline. The
ExtremeXOS software contains SNMP MIBs, which allow network management programs to view VM
network configuration data, discover the VM inventory, and make configuration changes. Ridgeline
manages VM network connectivity and provides an interface to VMMs that perform most VM network
configuration tasks.
Example XNV Configuration
Figure is a diagram shows an XNV topology. It illustrates the following:
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A VM moves from the server connected to address 11.1.1.1/21 to the server connected to 11.1.1.2/21
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The switches automatically move the VPP from 11.1.1.1/21 to 11.1.1.2/21
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The policies that were attached to port 11.1.1.1/21 are automatically attached to 11.1.1.2/21 when the
VM moves
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The VM is not affected by the change from one switch to another and continues to function as if it
were still 11.1.1.1/21.
The diagram also indicates:
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VM authentication using Ridgeline server, network, or local authentication
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Ingress and egress port configuration for each VM