Adding new static source groups

Add a new static source group to create an entry that the switch cannot prune from the distribution tree. An attempt to add a duplicate of an existing source-group entry results in an error message.

Before you begin

  • Before you can configure a static source group, you must globally enable one of the following protocols:

    • PIM-SM

    • PIM-SSM

About this task

Note

Note

This procedure is supported only on a DvR Controller. It is not supported on a DvR Leaf node.

The switch supports PIM only in the Global Router. You cannot configure static source groups for specific VRF contexts.

Procedure

  1. In the navigation pane, expand the following folders: Configuration > IP.
  2. Click Multicast.
  3. Click the Static Source Group tab.
  4. Click Insert.
  5. Complete the information in the dialog box.
  6. Click Insert.