Hi, I face this problem when reading Halabi's classic (p.377-382). I also face such a problem in my supported network. Router A and B run iBGP in AS1. A runs eBGP with C in AS2. B runs eBGP with D in AS3. I want the A-C path be the primary default and the B-D path be the backup default. (Note this is not exactly the same as Halabi's example) In Halabi's example, he uses a default route pointing to a network (e.g. ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 193.78.0.0). Then he uses route-map to set different local_preference based on matching the subnet ip. The point is this subnet must be advertised inbound from the ISP so that we can apply inbound route-map. But my problem is that in reality we usually use static default route pointing to the ISP's router interface (e.g. ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 193.78.1.1). This route is statically entered but not learnt dynamically. Then how can I set local_pref to this default route ? How can I advertise this route message to the iBGP peer ? I have thought of redistributing static route but it doesn't really make sense and seems too complex. I believe you may also have experienced such a setup. What's the more practical solution ? Thank you in advance. Cheers, YY _________________________________ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]

