IPv6 for IXPs

[Mirjam Kuehne <]

Dear all,

how about this (thanks to Henk):

Definition:

A physical network infrastructure (layer 2) operated by a single
entity with the purpose to facilitate the exchange of Internet traffic
between Internet service providers. The number of Internet Service
providers connected should at least be three and there must be a clear
and open policy for others to join.

Addresses needed for other purposes (e.g. additional services provided
to the members) should be assigned by upstream ISPs.

Assignment size:

- a /48 in most cases
- a /64 if it is known that there will only be one subnet
(basically following the IAB recommendation)

Additional warning:

The RIRs should warn the IXP that it is strongly discouraged to
announce the addresses and that they will likely not to be globally
routable.


If this is agreeable the RIPE NCC will implement this policy and
co-ordinate it with the other Regional Internet Registries.

Mirjam Kuehne
RIPE NCC