The literature I have (BCMSN notes) refers to the PIM Designated Router in a broadcast environment as having the highest numerical IP address of the neighbouring routers in the same broadcast environment (same ethernet segment). Does anyone know if you can over-ride the IP address on an interface by setting a loopback address (as in OSPF DR elections)? This would have the effect of forcing a specific router to become the PIM DR if it didn't have the highest LAN IP address. Thx. Keith :-) ___________________________________ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]