# l2c ip listen

#### Syntax

[ no ] l2c ip listen

#### Release Information

Command introduced before JunosE Release 7.1.0.

#### Description

Creates a listening TCP socket at the virtual router within the ANCP context. ANCP needs TCP sockets so that neighbors can open GSMP sessions. The no version removes the listening TCP socket and stops any new sessions from being established. The no version does not terminate any existing GSMP sessions.

#### Mode

Global Configuration