Default nodes and edges

Default nodes and edges for BGP topology mapsidentifies and describes the default nodes and edges that may appear in a BGP topology map. In the Map Console, you can also select Map >Map Legend to see a similar list.

Table 1. Default nodes and edges for BGP topology maps

Icon/visual indicator	Description
	Icon represents an autonomous system.
	Icon represents a BGP service that is running on a routing device. The routing device may be a physical router, a virtual router that is implemented within a physical router or a switch, or one of the following router cards in a switch: Router switch module (RSM) Router switch feature card (RSFC) Multilayer switch feature card (MSFC)
	Icon represents a BGP service that is running on an interface card in a switch.
	Straight line represents a BGP session between neighboring BGP services (neighboring BGP devices).
	Directed dotted line represents composition.

Note:

Your system administrator might replace the default map nodes with other map nodes that are preferred by your organization. In that case, use Map >Map Legend to see the definitions of your map nodes. Also, additional icons might display, depending on the underlying products and certified devices.