How to Configure OSPF Routers and Areas

How to Configure OSPF Routers and Areas

After enabling OSPF, set up your OSPF router and areas. This article provides instructions on configuring global settings and network definitions that are used by OSPF to build relationships with neighbors and advertise routes.

Configure OSPF Routers

  1. Go to CONFIGURATION > Configuration Tree > Box > Assigned Services > OSPF-RIP-BGP-Service > OSPF/RIP/BGP Settings.

  2. Click Lock.

  3. In the left menu, click OSPF Router Setup.

  4. Edit the following settings:

  5. Click Send Changes and Activate.

Configure OSPF Areas

  1. Go to CONFIGURATION > Configuration Tree > Box > Assigned Services > OSPF-RIP-BGP-Service > OSPF/RIP/BGP Settings.

  2. Click Lock.

  3. In the left menu, select OSPF Area Setup

  4. In the Areas table, add your OSPF areas. For each entry, you can edit the following settings:

  5. Click OK.

  6. Click Send Changes and Activate.