RFC 3178 · INFORMATIONAL · 2001
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
IPv6 Multihoming Support at Site Exit Routers
Overview
RFC 3178, “IPv6 Multihoming Support at Site Exit Routers”, is an Informational document published in October 2001 by J. Hagino, H. Snyder. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
The document describes a mechanism for basic IPv6 multihoming support, and its operational requirements. This memo provides information for the Internet community.
What “Informational” means
Published for the general information of the community. It does not define an IETF standard and carries no standards-track status.
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