Arista Networks, Inc.
SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING MESSAGES DURING A REBOOT OF A NETWORK DEVICE

Abstract:

In some implementations, a method is provided. The method includes determining that a network device will perform a reboot. The method also includes saving state information. The state information comprises data used by the network device to process address resolution protocol (ARP) messages. The method further includes initiating the reboot of the network device. The method further includes initiating a first ARP service. The first ARP service is configured to process ARP messages during the reboot of the network device.