Create Rack-based Template

You can build a multi-rack environment by selecting multiple rack types, but you can't mix Layer 2 and Layer 3 racks in the same template.

If your design requires rack types and/or logical devices that are not in the global catalog, create them before proceeding.
From the left navigation menu, navigate to Design > Templates and click Create Template.
Enter a unique name (64 characters or fewer).
Select RACK BASED.
Select applicable policies. (Static VXLAN was renamed to Pure IP Fabric in Apstra version 4.2.1).
Select a rack type from the drop-down list and select the number of that type to include in the template. Notice that as you enter information, the topology preview on the right changes accordingly.
- To add another rack, click Add racks.
Select the Spine Logical Device from the drop-down list, then select the number of them to include in the template. Make sure to select one that provides a sufficient number of spine ports for your design. For 5-stage designs, make sure to select a logical device that includes the Superspine role.
For 5-stage designs, enter the number and connection speed of links for Superspine Connectivity.
Select tags, as applicable (to specify external routers for example), from the drop-down list or create them on-the-fly.
Click Create to create the template and return to the table view.

Next Steps: Create a blueprint from the template.