The loopbackIF never goes down. So there is a possibility to reach this router at any time One of the reasons for the loopback address is that you can telnet in... Udo -----Ursprungliche Nachricht----- Von: Asad Hasan [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Gesendet: Mittwoch, 14. Marz 2001 16:09 An: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Betreff: Loopback Interfaces What is the primary purpose of using the Loopback interface and can you telnet into a router using a IP assigned to the Loopback interface. I know the Loopback interfaces are used in OSPF and in BGP. But is there any other purpose for them. Regards Asad _________________________________ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _________________________________ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
