Subject: [ieee-ietf-coord] Ethertype for NSH protocol

From: James N Guichard <[email-masked]>
Date: Thu, 5 Jan 2017 16:32:33 +0000

Hi,

There is a question about the Ethertype to be used for the NSH (Network Service Header) in the IETF SFC (Service Function Chaining) WG. Currently 0x894F is being used but, as you can see at the IEEE Registration Authority web site, this is actually assigned to Cisco Systems.

It is not appropriate for an Ethertype owned/controlled by a company to be used for a protocol standard under IETF control. However, as I understand it, Cisco has no problem if this Ethertype is transferred to the IETF. What is the process for that? I assume letters from Cisco and the IESG would be needed?

Thank you!

Jim (SFC co-chair)