This checklist provides the links and commands that show the purpose of each RSVP message (except the PathErr and ResvErr messages) that can appear in the output of the rsvp-log file configured at the [edit protocols rsvp traceoptions] hierarchy level. (See
For information on RSVP PathErr and ResvErr messages, see Examining RSVP Error Messages.
The Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP) uses the messages listed in Table 19 to establish and remove paths for data flows, establish and remove reservation information, and confirm the establishment of reservations. The RSVP tracing log file provides useful information about RSVP traffic in the network.
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Note: To display tracing output, make sure that RSVP trace options are enabled. See Working with RSVP Tracing, for information on configuring RSVP trace options. |
provides commands for examining RSVP log messages.
Table 19: Checklist for Examining RSVP Log Messages
Tasks |
Possible Action or Command |
|---|---|
| Examining the Path Message | monitor start
filename |
| Examining the Resv Message | monitor start
filename |
| Examining the PathTear Message | monitor start
filename |
| Examining the ResvTear Message | monitor start
filename |
| Examining the Hello Message | monitor start
filename |
| About ResvConfirm Messages | Not applicable. |