Virtual eXtensible LAN, or VXLAN is a network virtualization technology that is exceptionally useful for large datacenter and cloud computing deployments. VXLAN has been developed to overcome some of the limitations of scalability that are inherent to more traditional Layer 2 technologies. This series of videos will help you to get a firmer grasp of VXLAN, how it works, and how you can use it.
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🌐 Visit https://www.telecomtech.io for blog posts, networking tips, and to sign up for the newsletter. 📚 Coming soon: Full networking courses, labs, quizzes, PDFs, and more! 🟥 SUBSCRIBE: https://shorturl.at/TTJxx One of the ways that a VXLAN topology will operate its control plane is using a multicast underlay. But how does it work? In this video I will give you a step by step explanation of the mechanisms of the multicast underlay of a VXLAN topology. Virtual eXtensible LAN, or VXLAN is a network virtualization technology that is exceptionally useful for large datacenter and cloud computing deployments. VXLAN has been developed to overcome some of the limitations of scalability that are inherent to more traditional Layer 2 technologies. ☑️ Chapter list: ============================================ 00:00 Introduction 00:34 VXLAN Requires a Control Plane 02:22 Multicast Control Plane Step by Step 07:02 Multicast Flood and Learn 08:11 Summary 🟩 Related Videos and Links: =============================================== VXLAN - Control Plane Operations - https://youtu.be/IBcUDxIwfAA VXLAN - What is it?- https://youtu.be/Jv0IqaM9KOs VXLAN - VNIs, VTEPs, and VXLAN Architecture - https://youtu.be/bcYtFYVmmgM VXLAN - Encapsulation, Headers, and the Packet Transmission Process - https://youtu.be/FgZtkyInHQg VXLAN - Basic Configuration on Cisco Nexus Switches - https://youtu.be/6ti3wDje1fM VXLAN - Spine and Leaf Architecture - https://youtu.be/X_-et0ddZWw VXLAN RFC 7348 - https://datatracker.ietf.org/doc/html/rfc7348 🟦 About ============================================== Welcome to telecomTech, where telecom and networking technologies... are simply explained! I’m Lazarus, a telecom professional with over 25 years of experience in network design, architecture, and telecom technologies. Over my career, I’ve led major projects, trained professionals, and helped countless individuals earn certifications and advance their careers. My goal is to make networking and telecom concepts clear, practical, and engaging—the way I wish they were taught when I started learning! Whether you’re a student, a professional growing your skills, or you're preparing for certification exams such as Cisco, telecomTech is here to guide you. Every video is crafted to help you solve real-world challenges with confidence and curiosity. Join me as we explore telecom and networking as a lifelong passion, not just as a job. Let’s make this journey of growth and discovery together! #vxlan #Multicast #Underlay #VXLANtopology #Lazarusagapidis #TelecomTech