RFC 7365 · INFORMATIONAL · 2014
SUN · 14 JUN 2026
Framework for Data Center Network Virtualization
Overview
RFC 7365, “Framework for Data Center Network Virtualization”, is an Informational document published in October 2014 by M. Lasserre, F. Balus, T. Morin, N. Bitar, Y. Rekhter. The canonical text is published by the RFC Editor.
Abstract
This document provides a framework for Data Center (DC) Network Virtualization over Layer 3 (NVO3) and defines a reference model along with logical components required to design a solution.
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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