Prerequisites

To install and configure VirtualWire, ensure the following prerequisites are followed:


  • Refer to Adding License Keys to Netvisor ONE section for how to install a license on the switch.


  • VirtualWire functionality is available for all supported Pluribus Network transceiver at 1Gbs, 10Gbs, 25Gbs, 40Gbs, or 100 Gbs. For a list of supported transceivers and licenses, please refer to the product data sheet.


  • All commands described in this chapter requires a fabric over a management interface.  Refer to Configuring the Fabric Over the Management Interface section for information on how to create or join a fabric over a management interface .


  • To add the VirtualWire feature to an existing Pluribus Networks switch in your network, you must use the switch-config-reset command to erase the current configuration and reset the switch configuration to factory default.


  • After re-configuring the initial setup, you must upgrade to the latest version of Netvisor One that supports VirtualWire mode. And then, install the license key for VirtualWire. Refer to the Installing Netvisor ONE and Initial Configuration chapter for details.