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Cluster and SVM peering workflow

Setting up a peering relationship involves preparing each cluster for peering, creating intercluster logical interfaces (LIFs) on each node of each cluster, setting up a cluster peer relationship, and then setting up an SVM peering relationship.


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  • Preparing for cluster peering
    Before creating a cluster peering relationship, you must verify that the time on each cluster is synchronized with an external Network Time Protocol (NTP) server, and determine the subnets, ports, and passphrases that you want to use.
  • Configuring peer relationships (starting with ONTAP 9.4)
    A peer relationship defines the network connections that enable clusters and SVMs to exchange data securely. ONTAP 9.4 simplifies the way that you configure peer relationships between clusters and between SVMs.