netlab 26.04: EXOS, BGP Prefix Origination, More Static Routes
The netlab release 26.04 introduces support for Extreme Networks EXOS, new BGP attributes, and static route support on various platforms, enhancing network configuration and management capabilities.
MAIN POINTS
- Extreme Networks EXOS is now supported as a Vagrant box or containerlab node.
- The bgp.advertise node attribute allows network advertisement in BGP across most platforms.
- bgp.originate attribute supports dual-stack and VRF-aware BGP instances for IPv4 and IPv6.
- New static route support added for FortiOS, Nexus OS, Nokia SR OS, and Nokia SR Linux.
TAKEAWAYS
- Extreme Networks EXOS support includes OSPF, VLAN, and VRRP configuration.
- bgp.advertise enhances network advertisement flexibility in IP routing tables.
- Dual-stack and VRF-aware BGP origination improves IPv4 and IPv6 prefix management.
- Expanded static route support broadens platform compatibility and routing options.