Configuring Ethernet Oam; Prerequisites For Configuring Ethernet Oam; Information About Configuring Ethernet Oam; Ethernet Link Oam - Cisco 6000 Series Configuration Manual

Configuring Ethernet OAM

This module describes the configuration of Ethernet Operations, Administration, and Maintenance (OAM)
on the Cisco NCS 6000 Series Router.
Feature History for Configuring Ethernet OAM
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Prerequisites for Configuring Ethernet OAM

You must be in a user group associated with a task group that includes the proper task IDs. The command
reference guides include the task IDs required for each command. If you suspect user group assignment is
preventing you from using a command, contact your AAA administrator for assistance.
Before configuring Ethernet OAM, confirm that at least one of the Gigabit Ethernet line cards supported on
the router is installed.

Information About Configuring Ethernet OAM

To configure Ethernet OAM, you should understand these concepts:

Ethernet Link OAM

Ethernet as a Metro Area Network (MAN) or a Wide Area Network (WAN) technology benefits greatly from
the implementation of Operations, Administration and Maintenance (OAM) features. Ethernet link OAM
features allow Service Providers to monitor the quality of the connections on a MAN or WAN. Service
Interface and Hardware Component Configuration Guide for Cisco NCS 6000 Series Routers, IOS XR Release 6.4.x
Modification
This feature was introduced.
Prerequisites for Configuring Ethernet OAM , on page 47
Information About Configuring Ethernet OAM , on page 47
How to Configure Ethernet OAM, on page 49
Configuration Examples for EOAM Interfaces, on page 59
Where to Go Next, on page 61
Additional References, on page 61
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