To create a network interface on a CPM virtual routing instance

Purpose

Perform this procedure to create network interfaces on a CPM virtual routing instance. Up to two network interfaces can be created on the virtual routing instance with up to two ports each. A limited number of attributes are supported on the interface.

See To configure network interfaces on a CPM virtual routing instance to re-configure a network interface after it is created. See Pathway: Configure NE routing and forwarding for information about how to configure other L3 network interfaces on routing instances.

Steps
 
1 

In the navigation tree routing view, expand Network→NE→Routing Instance.

2 

Right-click on the routing instance icon and choose Create Interface. The Create Network Interface step form opens.

3 

Configure the parameters on the Define General Properties form as required.

4 

Click Next. The Configure IP Address form opens.

Perform the following steps:

  1. Click Create to associate a IP address for the interface. The IP Address, Routing Instance (Create) form opens.

  2. Configure the parameters as required.

  3. Save the changes and close the form.

5 

Click Next to associate the interface with a physical port. The Select Port form opens.

Select a port. Only A/4 or B/4 ports can be associated with the interface.

6 

Save your changes and close the form.

End of steps