Subinterfaces (Routers or Firewall)—A virtual Layer 3 interface that is associated with a VLAN ID on a routed physical interface. It extends IP routing capabilities to support VLAN configurations using the IEEE 802.1Q encapsulation. Extended nodes offer a Layer 2 port extension to a fabric edge node while providing segmentation and group-based polices to the endpoints connected to these switches. Endpoints, including fabric-mode APs, can connect directly to the extended node. VLANs and SGTs are assigned using host onboarding as part of fabric provisioning. Virtual Networks (Macro-segmentation)—Use virtual networks when requirements dictate isolation at both the data plane and control plane. In general, if devices need to communicate with each other, they should be placed in the same virtual network. If communication is required between different virtual networks, use an external firewall or other device to enable inter-VN communication. Virtual Network provides the same behavior and isolation as VRFs. For additional details on fabric domains, please see BRKCRS-2810–Cisco SD-Access - Under the Hood (2019, Cancun) and SD-Access for Distributed Campus Deployment Guide.

Extended nodes and Policy Extended Nodes can only be connected to a single fabric edge switch. They should not be dual-homed to different upstream edge nodes. Daisy chaining is not supported by the zero-touch Plug and Play process used to onboard these switches. The devices must have the appropriate interface type and quantity to support connectivity to both the upstream fabric edge node and the downstream endpoints. A bigger throat space lets you experiment with more intricate stitching and move your fabric around less. As discussed in the Fabric Overlay Design section, SD-Access creates segmentation in the network using two method: VRFs (Virtual networks) for macro-segmentation and SGTs (Group-Based Access Control) for micro-segmentation. By default, users, devices, and applications in the same VN can communicate with each other. SGTs can permit or deny this communication within a given VN. For campus designs requiring simplified configuration, common end-to-end troubleshooting tools, and the fastest convergence, a design using Layer 3 switches in the access layer (routed access) in combination with Layer 3 switching at the distribution layer and core layers provides the most rapid convergence of data and control plane traffic flows.

The dedicated control plane node can be deployed completely out of band ( off-path) through virtualization. Virtualization technologies have been widely used in enterprise data centers as a reliable technology that can be extended and deployed onto critical and highly available network infrastructure. A virtualized control plane node also follows the NFV (Network Function Virtualization) concepts of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) which calls for separating network functions from specialized hardware through virtualization. Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections - they may also appear in recommendations and other places. Access points and other Power over Ethernet (PoE) devices can be connected directly to both variants of extended node switches. When connecting PoE devices, ensure that there is enough available PoE power available. This is especially true with Industrial Ethernet Series switches which have significant variety of differing powering options for both AC and DC circuits.

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