EANTC Multi-Vendor MPLS SDN Interoperability Test Report 2024

This document is a technical report detailing the EANTC Multi-Vendor MPLS SDN Interoperability Test conducted in February 2024. The report outlines the extensive interoperability testing involving 80 experts from 14 vendors, utilizing over 130 networking devices in the EANTC lab in Berlin. The testing aimed to evaluate the interoperability of SDN, Segment Routing, EVPN, and Time Synchronization technologies. Key findings indicate significant progress in multi-vendor interoperability, with an increase in the number of compatible implementations and advanced standards. The report discusses various aspects of the testing, including the importance of live network performance monitoring for autonomous networks, the role of Segment Routing policies, and the advancements in time synchronization for next-gen networks. Additionally, it highlights the evolution of interworking between different routing technologies and the renewed focus on multicast services. The document serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the current state of interoperability in these technologies.