Enable Static RP

Enable static RP to avoid the process of selecting an active RP from the list of candidate RPs and dynamically learning about RPs through the BSR mechanism.

Procedure

In the navigation pane, expand Configuration > IP.
Select PIM.
Select the Globals tab.
Select sm (sparse mode).
Select Enable.
Select Static RP.
Select Apply.

The system displays the following message:

RP information learnt dynamically through BSR functionality will be lost. Do you wish to enable Static RP?
Select Yes.