[j-nsp] Link aggregation and RSVP

[Kris Price]

Hi all,

The subject is using link aggregation with RSVP. Or just generally the 
subject of how best to handle multiple parallel links between adjacent 
routers in a MPLS network. I'm hoping the list can provide guidance on 
the best practise for this, or point me to useful material.

The context is outside of a data centre, in the core of a national 
carrier network (P/P and P/PE links).

Link aggregation is the simplest option, but I am weary there may be 
problems with this approach. E.g. with the hashing algorithms and how 
this might impact on reported versus actual bandwidth for constrained 
LSP set up. Or with fast reroute, or failover from primary to secondary 
LSPs, when one of the links in the bundle fails.

Thoughts, insights, experiences, pointers, appreciated.

Cheers
Kris