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virtual router Last modified: Friday, November 02, 2007
(n.) An abstract object managed by VRRP that acts as a default router for hosts on a shared LAN. It consists of a Virtual Router Identifier and a set of associated IP addresses across a common LAN.
RFC 2338  This memo defines the Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol. RFC 2787  RFC Definitions of Managed Objects for the Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol. Configuring VRRP With a Cisco VPN 3000 Series Concentrator VRRP eliminates the single point of failure inherent in the static default routed environment. PracticallyNetworked.com PracticallyNetworked.com provides easy-to-understand help for small-network builders. The site contains how-to information for setting up and debugging home-office and small-business networks. Users can also find extensive troubleshooting information, tips on getting applications to work through firewalls, product reviews on network hardware and software, and more.	Related Categories Networks Routing Related Terms 3COM BGP bridge brouter DDR Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol gateway hop hot potato routing Interior Gateway Routing Protocol internetworking IP spoofing IP switching OSPF packet port scanning repeater routing Routing Information Protocol routing switch