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Introduction

You can use an edge to connect virtual networks and physical networks. An edge is presented to users as server physical network interface. In business network scenarios, the edge serves as a critical channel for transferring business data between virtual networks and physical networks. Internally, it enables connection between virtual routers and virtual network devices through port groups. Externally, it allows connection between switches and external networks through the node's physical interfaces.

Prerequisites

• The administrator on SCP must have administrator permission for SCP.

• The physical network planning must already be complete, including switch port configuration and network topology design.

• The physical interface on the server must connect to the physical switch.

Constraints and Restrictions

• Each edge can be associated with up to 8 port groups (The specific allowed number is subject to the platform version).

• The configurable VLAN ID range is 1-4094, and VLAN IDs must be unique across different port groups associated with the same edge.

• An edge can only be associated with up to one VPC gateway.

Precautions

• Interfaces within a port group must have the same network attributes (Example: Interfaces have the same VLAN) to prevent network communication error caused by inconsistent attributes.

• The VLAN ID to be configured must be consistent with that in the VLAN planning in the physical network to prevent VLAN conflicts.

• Before an edge is created, it is recommended to test the connectivity between the physical interface on the server and the physical switch.

Steps

Step 1.Log in to SCP, go to the Virtual Machines > Resource Center page, and click the Virtual Switches tab.

Step 2.Click New, and the Create Virtual Switch pop-up window appears.

Step 3.Select business network in the network type drop-down list.

Step 4.Configure the following fields. The specific descriptions and operation suggestions are as described in the table below:

Step 5.After the configuration is complete, click OK to finish the edge creation.

Edge Editing

Introduction

You can modify the configurations of an edge created, such as the port group and VLAN ID, thereby adapting to the changes in business network requirements and ensuring the edge meets the demands of business data transferring all the time.

Prerequisites

• The edge must already be created.

Constraints and Restrictions

• When a port group is modified, the interfaces within the new port group cannot be used by other edges, and the changes cannot interrupt existing business network connections.

• When a VLAN ID is modified, the new VLAN ID must match the VLAN plan of the physical network and cannot be a VLAN ID used by other networks.

Precautions

• Before an edge is edited, it is recommended to back up the current edge configuration information to facilitate timely restoration when issues arise.

• After the configurations are modified, test the connectivity of the edge to ensure normal business data transferring.

Steps

Step 1.Log in to SCP, go to the Virtual Machines > Resource Center page, and click the Virtual Switches tab.

Step 2.Locate the virtual switch corresponding to the target edge and click Edit in the Operation column.

Step 3.On the Edit Virtual Switch page, change the fields such as the port group and VLAN ID based on the business requirements (The change rules are consistent with those during creation).

Step 4.After the changes are complete, click OK to finish the edge edition.

Edge Deletion

Introduction

You can clean up edge resources that are no longer in use to release associated resources such as port groups and interfaces, thereby optimizing the allocation and management of network resources.

Prerequisites

• The edge cannot have associated resources such as VPC gateways, virtual routers, or VMs (All associated resources must be deleted first).

Constraints and Restrictions

• After an edge is deleted, the business network communication dependent on it will be interrupted, and the configured information such as the port group and VLAN ID will be cleared and cannot be restored.

Precautions

• Before an edge is deleted, make sure that it is not used for any business data transferring to prevent any disruptions to business operations.

• It is recommended to perform the deletion operation during off-peak hours and notify relevant business owners in advance.

Steps

Step 5.Step 1. Log in to SCP, go to the Virtual Machines > Resource Center page, and click the Virtual Switches tab.

Step 6.Step 2. Locate the virtual switch corresponding to the target edge and click Delete in the Operation column.

Step 7.Step 3. In the confirmation pop-up window, read the impact description, and click OK to finish the edge deletion.