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David_Trott
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Jul 20, 2010

iControl HA using a virutal server on the management interface

Hey,     We run pairs of LTM's for HA purposes we are working on an automation system to re-configure them via iControl.     However we need to connect to the active LTM when we push new c...
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hoolio
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Jul 20, 2010
Hi David,

 

 

Most LTM implementations use at least one floating self IP address for handling traffic routing through LTM. Only the active LTM unit will answer for floating self IP addresses. You might be able to use the floating self IP address (or one of them if you have multiple) to ensure you're always connecting to the active unit.

 

 

Aaron