Troubleshooting

Efficient Video Distribution Networks with.Multicast: IGMP Querier and PIM-DM
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Contents
Introduction ........................................................................................ 4
Multicast Overview ................................................................................ 4
Scenarios in this Document ....................................................................... 5
Scenario 1: Layer 2 Video Distribution on a Single VLAN (Using IGMP Querier) ..... 5
Multicast Using IGMP Querier Setup ................................................... 6
Testing the Multicast Setup ........................................................... 10
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................... 11
Scenario 2: Layer 3 Video Distribution with Multiple VLANs (Using PIM-DM) ...... 12
Multicast Using PIM-DM Setup ......................................................... 12
Testing the Multicast Setup ........................................................... 17
Troubleshooting Tips ................................................................... 18
Multicast Frames Explained .................................................................... 19
Bandwidth Considerations ...................................................................... 19
Useful Links ....................................................................................... 19
About Dell ......................................................................................... 20