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Configuring OSPF for IPv4 Networks

ICHAKA DIARRA
Téléphone : 78780704

28 NOVEMBRE 2024
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Configuring OSPF for IPv4 Networks: A Comprehensive Guide


This comprehensive guide provides detailed instructions for configuring Open
Shortest Path First (OSPF) in IPv4 networks.
Starting with basic EIGRP setup, it progresses through OSPF configuration in
multiple areas, addressing key concepts such as passive interfaces, metric calculations,
multi-access segments, point-to-point links, loopback interfaces, and unicast
neighbors.
Each lab focuses on specific aspects of OSPF, offering hands-on tasks to reinforce
understanding and practical implementation skills. This document is essential for
network engineers and students looking to master OSPF configuration and
optimization techniques.

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Lab 1 – Initializing EIGRP

Interface Configuration
R9

R10

Task 1 – Configure EIGRP AS 111 between R9 & R10.


o Configure the Interfaces based on the Interface Configuration Table. o Run EIGRP
in EIGRP 111.
o Enable EIGRP on the 2 Loopbacks and the link between R9 & R10.

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Lab 2 – Configuring OSPF in Area 0

Interface Configuration
R7

R8

Task 1 – Configure R7, R8 & R9 in OSPF Area 0.


o Configure the Interface based on the Interface Configuration Table.
o Configure R7, R8 & R9 in OSPF Area 0.
o Enable OSPF on the Loopbacks on R7 & R8 and the links between R7, R8 & R9.
o Configure the Router-ID as 0.0.0.X where X is the router number.

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Task 2 – Configure Mutual Route Redistribution on R9 between EIGRP AS 111
and OSPF
o Redistribute EIGRP and OSPF on R9.
o Use “10 10 10 10 10” as the metrics for EIGRP.
o Use the default metrics for OSPF.
Lab 3 – Configuring OSPF in Area 10

Interface Configuration
R1

R2

R3

4
R4

R5

R6

Task 1 – Configure R1 – R7 in OSPF Area 0.


o Configure the Interface based on the Interface Configuration Table.
o Configure the R2-R5 link as HDLC. Configure the R4-R5 link as PPP.
o Configure R1 – R7 in OSPF Area 0.
o Enable OSPF on the Loopbacks on R1 – R6 and the links between per the
diagram.
o Configure the Router-ID as 0.0.0.X where X is the router number

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Lab 4 – OSPF – Passive Interfaces

Task 1 – Configure Passive-Interface on Routers in OSPF.


o Configure all routers in OSPF such that they do not send updates on links that
do not have other routers, basically Loopbacks.

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Lab 5 – OSPF – Metric Calculations

Task 1 – Change the OSPF reference bandwidth on all Routers


o Configure the OSPF Reference Bandwidht on all OSPF routers to 10Gbps.
o Configure the Serial link between R2 & R5 as 2 Mbps.
o Configure the Serial link between R4 & R5 as 1 Mbps.

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Lab 6 – OSPF – Multi-Access Segment

Task 1 – Configuring DR/BDR Priorities


o R1 should be the preferred router for the DR role in case of a DR/BDR election
on the 192.1.100.0/24 network. R2 should be second in line for the DR role.
o R3 should be the preferred router for the DR role in case of a DR/BDR election
on the 192.1.103.0/24 network. R4 should be second in line for the DR role.
Lab 7 – OSPF – Point – To – Point Segment

Task 1 – Configure R6-R7 to act as a Point – To – Point Link.


o Configure the link between R6 and R7 such that it brings the OSPF
relationship without the DR/BDR election. This optimizes the convergence times
in OSPF on a Ethernet segment that is connected in a Point-to-Point manner.

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Lab 8 – OSPF – Loopback Interface

Task 1 – Configuring Loopback Interfaces


o The Loopback interface is getting advertised as a /32 route.
o Configure all the loopbacks as Point-to-Point link so that they get advertised
based on the interface mask.
Lab 9 – OSPF – Unicast Neighbors

Task 1 – Configure Unicast OSPF in Area 0 between the routers.


o Configure the neighbor relationship between R7 and R8 to be Unicast-based.
o Configure the neighbor relationship between R8 and R9 to be Unicast-based.

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OSPF Configuration Best Practices

When configuring OSPF in complex networks, adhering to best practices ensures


optimal performance, scalability, and ease of management. Here are some key
recommendations:
1. Use a consistent Router ID strategy: Manually configure Router IDs using
loopback interfaces to ensure stability and predictability in the OSPF process.
2. Implement area design carefully: Use OSPF areas to segment the network
logically. Keep the backbone (Area 0) at the core and connect other areas to it.
Limit the number of routes in each area to improve performance.
3. Summarize routes at area boundaries: Use area border routers (ABRs) to
summarize routes between areas, reducing the size of the link-state database
and improving convergence times.
4. Configure stub areas appropriately: Use stub, totally stubby, or not-so-stubby
areas (NSSAs) to further reduce routing table size and LSA flooding in areas
that don't need full routing information.
5. Tune OSPF timers judiciously: Adjust Hello and Dead intervals consistently
across all routers in an area to optimize convergence times without
overwhelming router resources.
Additionally, consider these advanced practices:
• Implement authentication: Use MD5 or SHA authentication to secure OSPF
communications and prevent unauthorized routers from joining the OSPF
domain.
• Utilize virtual links sparingly: While virtual links can connect discontiguous
parts of Area 0, they should be used as a temporary solution and not as a
permanent network design element.
• Monitor OSPF performance: Regularly check OSPF database size, number of
LSAs, and convergence times to ensure the network is operating efficiently.
By following these best practices, network administrators can create a robust,
efficient, and scalable OSPF network that meets the needs of modern enterprise
environments.

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