chore: remove RST swap mechanism, archive rst-*.rst under docs/_rst_legacy/

The swap mechanism (RST-as-fallback for migrated MD pages) is dormant —
docs/_rst_overrides.txt has been empty since the MyST flip trio
(#1899/#1900/#1901) landed in May 2026. The mechanism's surface area
(scripts/swap_sources.py, its 245-line test, RTD pre/post hooks,
Makefile glue, conf.py dynamic loader) is dead weight, and the
rst-*.rst shadows scattered across the source tree cause Context7's
parser to misclassify the project as RST.

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- Strip swap_sources.py invocation from docs/Makefile (swap/restore
  targets, : swap deps, trap chains).
- Strip jobs: pre_build/post_build block from .readthedocs.yml.
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- Delete scripts/swap_sources.py, tests/test_swap_sources.py,
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- Update context7.json: add docs/_rst_legacy to excludeFolders;
  fix stale "Branch current tracks…" rule to "Branch rolling tracks…"
  (default branch was renamed 2026-05-10).
- Update AGENTS.md: drop the "RST override mechanism" section and the
  test-runner snippet for the deleted test; describe _rst_legacy as
  archive only.

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diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-buffers.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-buffers.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_buffers:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-###################################
-VPP Dataplane Buffers Configuration
-###################################
-
-Buffers are essential for handling network packets efficiently. Proper
-configuration enhances performance and reliability, and is mandatory for
-VPP to work. Buffers temporarily store packets during processing. Therefore,
-their configuration must be in sync with NIC configuration, CPU threads, and
-overall system resources.
-
-.. important::
-
-   VPP buffers are allocated from the physical memory pool (``physmem``). The 
-   total amount of memory available for buffer allocation is controlled by the
-   ``physmem-max-size`` setting, while the buffer configuration parameters
-   below control how that memory is used for buffer allocation.
-
-   See :ref:`VPP Physical Memory Configuration <vpp_config_dataplane_physmem>`
-   for details on configuring ``physmem``.
-
-Buffer Configuration Parameters
-===============================
-
-The following parameters can be configured for VPP buffers:
-
-buffers-per-numa
-----------------
-
-Number of buffers allocated per NUMA node. This setting optimizes
-memory access patterns for multi-CPU systems.
-
-Typically, you need to tune this value if:
-
-- The system has many interfaces
-- NICs have many queues
-- NICs have large descriptor sizes
-
-Set this value carefully to balance memory usage and performance.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation buffers buffers-per-numa
-  <value>
-
-The common approach for the calculation is to use the formula:
-
-.. code-block:: none
-
-    buffers-per-numa = (num-rx-queues * num-rx-desc) + (num-tx-queues * num-tx-desc)
-
-Calculate this formula for each NIC and sum the results. Multiply the
-total by 2.5 to get the minimum recommended value for
-``buffers-per-numa``.
-
-Avoid setting this value too low to prevent packet drops.
-
-data-size
----------
-
-This value sets how much payload data can be stored in a single buffer
-allocated by VPP. Larger values reduce buffer chains for large packets,
-while smaller values conserve memory for environments handling mostly
-small packets.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation buffers data-size <value>
-
-Optimal size depends on the typical packet size in your network. If
-unsure, use the largest MTU in your network plus overhead (for example,
-128 bytes).
-
-page-size
----------
-
-A memory pages type used for buffer allocation. Common values are 4K, 2M, or 1G.
-
-Use page sizes configured in your system settings.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation buffers page-size <value>
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper buffer configuration can lead to issues such as:
-
-- Increased latency and packet loss
-- Inefficient CPU utilization
-- Interface initialization failures
-
-Indicators of such issues are:
-
-- Errors during interfaces initialization in VPP logs
-- Packet drops observed in VPP statistics
-
-To troubleshoot buffer-related issues, consider the following steps:
-
-- Review VPP logs for errors related to buffer allocation. Look for
-  error ``-5`` messages.
-- Tune available buffers by adjusting the ``buffers-per-numa`` and
-  ``data-size`` parameters.
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-cpu.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-cpu.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_cpu:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-###############################
-VPP Dataplane CPU Configuration
-###############################
-
-VPP can utilize multiple CPU cores for better packet processing
-performance. Proper CPU configuration is essential for optimal
-throughput and low latency.
-
-VPP CPU assignment is handled automatically. You specify how many CPU
-cores VPP may use, and the system distributes them between the main
-thread and worker threads.
-
-.. important::
-
-   Review the system configuration settings page before changing CPU
-   settings: :doc:`system`.
-
-If you don't configure CPU settings, VPP uses a single core for the
-main thread and doesn't create worker threads.
-
-CPU Configuration Parameters
-============================
-
-``cpu-cores``
-^^^^^^^^^^^^^
-
-This parameter defines the total number of CPU cores allocated to VPP.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation cpu-cores <core-number>
-
-The system automatically assigns cores using the following rules:
-
-   * The first two CPU cores are always reserved for the operating system and
-     other services.
-
-   * The main VPP thread is assigned to the first available core after the
-     reserved ones.
-
-   * The remaining allocated cores are used for worker threads.
-
-For example:
-
-   * If cpu-cores is set to 1, VPP runs only a main thread.
-
-   * If cpu-cores is set to 4, VPP uses:
-
-       * 1 core for the main thread
-
-       * 3 cores for worker threads
-
-Choose a value based on available hardware resources and expected
-traffic load. Too few cores may limit performance, while too many can
-negatively impact other system services.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper CPU configuration can lead to issues such as:
-
-- VPP underperformance when not enough cores are assigned, or kernel
-  underperformance when too many cores are assigned to VPP.
-- Resource conflicts with other processes and services.
-
-Indicators of such issues are:
-
-- VPP or kernel forwarding performance is lower than expected
-- Degraded performance of system components or services, such as DNS,
-  DHCP, and dynamic routing
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-index.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-index.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_index:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-################################
-VPP Dataplane Core Configuration
-################################
-
-This section covers the core configuration options for the VPP dataplane in
-VyOS. It includes settings for memory management, CPU allocation, hugepages,
-and other essential parameters that influence the performance and behavior
-of the VPP dataplane.
-
-Please review the general system configuration, before starting to configure
-VPP. Without proper VyOS preconditions, VPP will not start or its efficiency
-will be significantly degraded.
-
-.. toctree::
-   :maxdepth: 1
-   :includehidden:
-
-   system
-   buffers
-   cpu
-   interface
-   ipsec
-   ipv6
-   l2learn
-   lcp
-   logging
-   memory
-   unix
-   
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diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-interface.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-interface.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_interface:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-######################################
-VPP Dataplane Interfaces Configuration
-######################################
-
-Only Ethernet interfaces (physical or virtual) can be connected to the
-VPP dataplane. Interfaces configured here act as a bridge between VPP
-and the outside world, allowing VPP to send and receive network
-packets.
-
-
-Interface Configuration Parameters
-==================================
-
-Interfaces connected to the VPP dataplane use the DPDK driver by default,
-providing high performance and low latency.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface <interface-name>
-
-Some network interface cards (NICs) may not be compatible with the DPDK driver.
-
-DPDK interface options
-----------------------
-
-This section shows how to configures DPDK-specific settings for an interface.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface <interface-name> num-rx-queues <value>
-
-Specifies the number of receive queues for the interface. More queues
-improve performance on multi-core systems by allowing parallel
-processing of incoming packets. Each queue is assigned to a separate
-CPU core.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface <interface-name> num-tx-queues <value>
-
-Specifies the number of transmit queues for the interface. Similar to
-receive queues, more transmit queues improve performance by enabling
-parallel processing of outgoing packets. By default, the VPP Dataplane
-has one TX queue per enabled CPU worker, or a single queue if no
-workers are configured.
-
-.. seealso:: :doc:`cpu`
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface <interface-name> num-rx-desc <value>
-
-Defines the size of each receive queue. Larger queue sizes accommodate
-bursts of incoming traffic and reduce the likelihood of packet drops
-during high traffic periods.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface <interface-name> num-tx-desc <value>
-
-Defines the size of each transmit queue. Larger sizes help manage
-bursts of outgoing traffic more effectively.
-
-Global Interface Parameters
-===========================
-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_interface_rx_mode:
-
-interface-rx-mode
------------------
-
-The ``interface-rx-mode`` parameter defines how VPP handles incoming
-packets on interfaces. There are several modes available, each with its
-own advantages and use cases:
-
-- ``interrupt``: In this mode, VPP relies on hardware interrupts to
-  notify it of incoming packets. This mode suits low to moderate
-  traffic loads and reduces CPU usage during idle periods. It is not
-  recommended for low-latency processing. Some NICs may not support
-  this mode.
-- ``polling``: In polling mode, VPP continuously checks the interface
-  for incoming packets. This mode is ideal for high-throughput
-  scenarios where low latency is critical, as it minimizes packet
-  waiting time. However, it can increase CPU usage, especially during
-  low traffic periods, as the polling process is always active.
-- ``adaptive``: Adaptive mode combines the benefits of interrupt and
-  polling modes. VPP starts in interrupt mode and switches to polling
-  mode when traffic load increases.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings interface-rx-mode <mode>
-
-Choose an rx-mode based on expected traffic patterns and performance
-requirements of your network.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper interface configuration can lead to issues such as:
-
-- Failure to initialize the interface
-- Poor performance due to suboptimal driver selection or settings
-
-Indicators of such issues are:
-
-- Failed commits after adding or modifying an interface settings
-- Low throughput or high latency on the interface
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-ipsec.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-ipsec.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_ipsec:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-#######################
-VPP IPsec Configuration
-#######################
-
-VPP supports IPsec (Internet Protocol Security) offloading from the
-kernel, which speeds up cryptographic operations by leveraging VPP's
-high-performance packet processing capabilities.
-
-IPsec does not require any specific configuration on VPP side. If both
-sources and destinations of the IPsec traffic are reachable via VPP
-interfaces, VPP will automatically offload the IPsec processing from
-the kernel. IPsec tunnels are configured in the VPN configuration
-section, see :ref:`ipsec_general`.
-
-IPsec Configuration Parameters
-==============================
-
-enable IPsec acceleration
-^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
-
-When VPP is used for offloading IPsec, it creates a virtual interface to
-connect to peers. The interface type is always 'ipsec', which is used for
-IPsec tunnels.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings ipsec-acceleration
-
-Enabling this option allows VPP to handle IPsec traffic more efficiently by
-offloading processing from the kernel.
-
-netlink
-^^^^^^^
-
-VPP uses netlink to receive IPsec event messages from the kernel. Proper
-settings of the following parameters are crucial for ensuring that VPP can
-process all such messages:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings lcp netlink batch-delay-ms <milliseconds>
-
-This parameter specifies the delay in milliseconds between processing
-batch netlink messages.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings lcp netlink batch-size <number>
-
-This parameter specifies the maximum number of netlink messages to
-process in a single batch.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings lcp netlink rx-buffer-size <number>
-
-This parameter specifies the size of the receive buffer for netlink
-socket. If you expect to offload many IPsec tunnels or get frequent and
-intensive rekeying, you may need to increase this value.
-
-.. note::
-
-    IPsec uses the same netlink parameters as LCP, so tuning them
-    affects both LCP and IPsec processing.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper IPsec configuration can lead to various issues, including:
-
-- Failure to offload IPsec tunnels to VPP
-- Lost IPsec event messages due to insufficient netlink buffer size or
-  batch settings
-- IPsec states or SAs are not synchronized between kernel and VPP
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-ipv6.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-ipv6.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_ipv6:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-######################
-VPP IPv6 Configuration
-######################
-
-VPP lets you configure resources allocated for IPv6 traffic processing
-independently from IPv4. This helps ensure that in networks without IPv6
-traffic, resources are not wasted. If IPv6 traffic is present, especially
-with large routing tables, you must allocate additional resources for IPv6
-processing to keep the dataplane stable.
-
-You can configure two main resources for IPv6 traffic processing:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation ipv6 hash-buckets <value>
-
-This parameter configures the number of hash buckets used for IPv6
-routing. If you have a large IPv6 routing table, you may need to increase
-this value to ensure efficient routing table performance and fast lookups.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation ipv6 heap-size <value>
-
-This parameter configures the heap size used for IPv6 forwarding. If you
-have a large IPv6 routing table, you may need to increase this value to
-ensure the routing table can accommodate all routes.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper IPv6 configuration can lead to various issues, including:
-
-- Inefficient, slow routing table lookups and traffic processing due to
-  insufficient hash buckets
-- Dataplane crashes or instability due to insufficient heap size when
-  handling a large number of IPv6 routes
-- Overall dataplane instability when handling IPv6 traffic
-
-Consider increasing configuration values if you experience issues with
-IPv6 traffic processing or if you have a large IPv6 routing table.
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-l2learn.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-l2learn.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_l2learn:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-#########################
-VPP L2LEARN Configuration
-#########################
-
-When VPP dataplane connects to an L2 domain, it learns MAC addresses of
-devices in the domain. By default, the number of MAC addresses it can
-learn is limited.
-
-You can configure the limit using the following command:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation mac-limit <value>
-
-This parameter sets the maximum number of MAC addresses that can be
-learned in the L2 domain. If you have many devices, you may need to
-increase this limit to ensure VPP learns all MAC addresses.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Improper L2LEARN configuration can lead to various issues, including:
-
-- MAC address learning failure in the L2 domain if the limit is set too
-  low
-- Increased packet loss or latency for devices that aren't learned
-- Overall dataplane instability when handling L2 traffic
-
-Consider increasing the L2LEARN limit if you experience issues with MAC
-address learning or if you have many devices in the L2 domain.
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-lcp.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-lcp.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_lcp:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-#####################
-VPP LCP Configuration
-#####################
-
-Linux Control Plane (LCP) is a core component of VPP that lets you
-offload various control plane functions to the Linux kernel. LCP provides
-seamless integration with other VyOS components, letting you use system
-components like DHCP clients and routing daemons together with the VPP
-dataplane.
-
-VPP integration in VyOS relies heavily on LCP. Almost all control plane
-functions are handled by other daemons and services, while VPP handles
-high-performance packet forwarding exclusively. This approach also reduces
-VPP management processing load, improving overall dataplane performance and
-stability.
-
-VyOS integrates the kernel and VPP routing tables uniquely. By default,
-all routes, even those not directly connected to VPP interfaces, are
-imported from the kernel routing table to the VPP routing table, pointing
-to the kernel. This lets you forward traffic to any destination known to
-the kernel, even if VPP doesn't have a route to that destination.
-
-However, in some scenarios this behavior may not be desired. For example,
-if you have many routes in the kernel routing table not directly connected
-to VPP interfaces, and you don't need forwarding between those
-destinations and destinations reachable via VPP, you can disable this
-behavior using the following command:
-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_lcp_ignore-kernel-routes:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings ignore-kernel-routes
-
-Pay attention that disabling this option leads to loss of connectivity to
-destinations if there are no direct routes in VPP routing table.
-
-Potential Issues and Troubleshooting
-====================================
-
-Disabling kernel route import can result in:
-
-- Loss of connectivity to certain destinations if kernel routes are ignored
-- Incomplete route synchronization between the kernel and VPP
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-logging.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-logging.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_logging:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-#########################
-VPP Logging Configuration
-#########################
-
-VPP logging is an important part of monitoring and troubleshooting
-the performance and behavior of the VPP dataplane.
-
-VPP stores logs in two places:
-
-- ``/var/log/vpp.log`` — This file contains logs related to daemon
-  startup and logs of commands executed directly via VPP CLI. Pay
-  attention: VyOS does not use VPP CLI for configuration, so this log
-  will not contain any configuration changes made via VyOS CLI and will
-  not be informative in most cases.
-- System journal — contains logs related to the VPP daemon work,
-  including errors, warnings, and informational messages. It is the
-  main destination of logs generated by VPP.
-
-Logging detail level can be configured via the next command:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings logging default-level <level>
-
-Where ``<level>`` can be one of the following:
-
-- ``emerg`` (Emergency) - System is unusable.
-- ``alert`` (Alert) - Immediate action required.
-- ``crit`` (Critical) - Critical conditions.
-- ``error`` (Error) - Error conditions.
-- ``warn`` (Warning) - Warning conditions.
-- ``notice`` (Notice) - Normal but significant.
-- ``info`` (Informational) - Routine informational messages.
-- ``debug`` (Debug) - Detailed debugging messages.
-- ``disabled`` (Disabled) - Logging disabled.
-
-It is recommended to set logging level to ``debug`` only for
-troubleshooting purposes, as it can generate a large volume of log
-data. For regular operation, a level of ``info`` or ``warn`` is usually
-sufficient.
-
-Troubleshooting
-===============
-
-Improper logging configuration can lead to various issues, including:
-
-- Excessive log file sizes if the logging level is set too high
-  (for example, ``debug``).
-- Missing critical information if the logging level is set too low
-  (for example, ``alert``).
-- Performance degradation due to excessive logging overhead
-
-Consider adjusting the logging level if you experience issues mentioned
-above.
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-memory.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-memory.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_memory:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-########################
-VPP Memory Configuration
-########################
-
-VPP heavily relies on hugepages for its memory management. Hugepages
-are larger memory pages that reduce the overhead of page management and
-improve performance for applications that require large amounts of
-memory, such as VPP.
-
-VPP supports both 2MB and 1GB hugepages, but the default and most
-commonly used size is 2MB. The choice of hugepage size can impact
-performance, with larger pages generally providing better performance
-for memory-intensive applications.
-
-Before configuring memory in VPP dataplane settings, you need to
-ensure that hugepages are enabled and properly configured on your
-system.
-
-.. seealso:: :ref:`Hugepages in VyOS Configuration for VPP
-   <vpp_config_hugepages>`
-
-To configure memory settings for VPP, you can use the following
-commands in the VPP CLI:
-
-VPP uses a main heap as a central memory pool for FIB data structures
-entry allocations.
-
-Efficient memory management is crucial for VPP's performance, and the
-main heap plays a significant role in this.
-
-It can be configured using the following command:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation memory main-heap-page-size
-   <size>
-
-Sets the main heap page size for VPP. 
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation memory main-heap-size <size>
-
-Sets the main heap size for VPP.
-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_physmem:
-
-Physical Memory Configuration
-=============================
-
-VPP uses physical memory for packet buffers and interface operations.
-The ``physmem`` setting controls how much memory VPP can allocate for
-these operations.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation memory physmem-max-size <size>
-
-Sets the maximum amount of physical memory VPP can use for packet
-processing and interface buffers.
-
-**Default**: 16GB (usually sufficient for most deployments)
-
-You may need to modify the value for high-throughput environments with
-many interfaces, large packet buffers, very high packet rates, or
-memory-constrained systems where you need to limit VPP's memory usage.
-
-**Physmem independent of main heap size** — physmem is for packet
-buffers, main heap is for routing tables.
-
-.. seealso::
-
-   - :ref:`Hugepages in VyOS Configuration for VPP <vpp_config_hugepages>`
-   - :ref:`VPP Buffer Configuration <vpp_config_dataplane_buffers>` - for
-     controlling buffer allocation within physmem
-
-Common configurations
----------------------
-
-.. code-block:: none
-
-   # Reduce for memory-constrained systems
-   set vpp settings physmem max-size 4G
-
-   # Increase for high-throughput environments
-   set vpp settings physmem max-size 32G
-
-Stats Memory Configuration
-==========================
-
-VPP uses a dedicated statistics memory segment to store runtime
-counters and telemetry data. This segment is used by the VPP CLI and
-monitoring tools to access performance and status information.
-
-The statistics segment is allocated from hugepage memory and can be
-configured independently from the main heap and physmem settings.
-
-You can configure statistics memory using the following commands:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation memory stats page-size <size>
-
-Sets the hugepage page size used for the statistics memory segment.
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings resource-allocation memory stats size <size>
-
-Sets the total size of the statistics memory segment.
-
-Increasing this value may be required in large deployments with many
-interfaces or enabled features that generate a high number of counters.
-
-Statistics memory is used only for telemetry and monitoring. It does
-not affect packet buffer allocation or routing table memory.
-
-Troubleshooting
-===============
-
-Improper configuration of main heap size can lead to performance
-degradation or even system instability. If VPP runs out of memory in the
-main heap, it may crash or exhibit erratic behavior. Symptoms you may
-observe include:
-
-- Increased latency or packet loss
-- Crashes or restarts of VPP processes, especially during routing table
-  population (for example, BGP session establishment)
-- Error messages related to memory allocation failures
-
-You need to tune the main heap size based on expected FIB entries. Pay
-attention: the same amount of routes with a single next-hop and with
-multiple next-hops will consume different amounts of memory.
-
-For physmem, insufficient allocation can lead to packet drops, interface
-initialization failures, and overall degraded performance. Symptoms
-include:
-
-- Packet drops or failures to allocate buffers
-- Increased latency or jitter in packet processing
-- Crashes or restarts of VPP processes under heavy load
-
-You need to tune the physmem settings based on expected traffic patterns
-and interface usage. Monitor memory usage closely and adjust the
-configuration as needed to ensure optimal performance.
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-system.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-system.rst
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-:lastproofread: 2026-02-27
-
-.. _vpp_config_system:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-##########################
-VyOS Configuration for VPP
-##########################
-
-.. _vpp_config_hugepages:
-.. _vpp-config-hugepages:
-
-Hugepages
-=========
-
-VPP uses hugepages for efficient memory management. Hugepages are larger
-memory pages that reduce the overhead of page management and improve
-performance for applications that require large amounts of memory.
-
-Hugepages can be configured in VyOS using the following commands:
-
-.. warning::
-
-   Changes to hugepage settings require a system reboot to take effect.
-
-   Hugepages must be enabled before VPP configuration is applied.
-
-To enable hugepages:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel memory hugepage-size <size> hugepage-count
-   '<count>'
-
-Enables hugepages with the specified size and count. The size can be either
-2MB or 1GB, and the count specifies the number of hugepages to allocate.
-
-If your system has multiple NUMA nodes, the total amount of hugepages will be
-divided equally among them.
-
-Resources Limits
-================
-
-.. note::
-
-   By default, system will calculate and set the recommended values for
-   resource limits. Avoid tuning these values if you are not sure what you
-   are doing.
-
-During operations VPP utilizes a significant amount of system resources,
-especially memory. There are two main settings that may need to be
-adjusted to ensure VPP runs smoothly:
-
-Maximum number of memory map areas a process may have:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option resource-limits max-map-count <value>
-
-Maximum shared memory segment size:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option resource-limits shmmax <value>
-
-Both settings are automatically calculated based on configured hugepages.
-
-Kernel Tuning
-=============
-
-VPP performance greatly benefits from proper kernel tuning, especially
-CPU isolation and disabling unnecessary kernel features. These
-optimizations ensure dedicated CPU cores are available exclusively for
-VPP dataplane processing without interference from the kernel scheduler
-or other system processes.
-
-.. warning::
-
-   Kernel tuning changes require a system reboot to take effect.
-
-   Improper CPU isolation can lead to system instability if essential system
-   processes are starved of CPU resources.
-
-CPU Isolation and Optimization
--------------------------------
-
-CPU isolation is crucial for VPP performance as it dedicates specific
-CPU cores exclusively to VPP dataplane processing. The isolated cores are
-removed from the kernel scheduler and will not run regular system
-processes.
-
-**Disable NMI Watchdog**
-
-The NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt) watchdog can interfere with VPP
-performance by generating interrupts on isolated cores and is not
-compatible with nohz-full mode:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel cpu disable-nmi-watchdog
-
-   Disables the NMI watchdog for detecting hard CPU lockups. This
-   prevents unnecessary interrupts on VPP worker cores.
-
-**CPU Core Isolation**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel cpu isolate-cpus <cpu-range>
-
-   Isolates specified CPUs from the kernel scheduler. Isolated cores will
-   not run regular system processes and are dedicated to applications like
-   VPP.
-
-   The ``<cpu-range>`` can be:
-   
-   * Single core: ``2``
-   * Range: ``2-5``
-   * Mixed: ``1,3-5,7``
-
-   .. important:: 
-
-      Always reserve at least 2 cores for the operating system to ensure
-      system stability. For example, on a 4-core system, isolate cores
-      2-3 for VPP and leave cores 0-1 for the OS.
-
-      Assign the first isolated core as the VPP main core and the
-      remaining isolated cores as VPP worker cores. Ensure that VPP CPU
-      assignments match the isolated CPU range.
-
-**Adaptive-Tick Mode**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel cpu nohz-full <cpu-range>
-
-   Enables adaptive-tick mode (NO_HZ_FULL) for specified CPUs. This
-   causes the kernel to avoid sending scheduling-clock interrupts to CPUs
-   that have only one runnable task, significantly reducing interrupt
-   overhead for dedicated workloads like VPP.
-
-   Use the same CPU range as configured for ``isolate-cpus``.
-
-**RCU Callback Offloading**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel cpu rcu-no-cbs <cpu-range>
-
-   Offloads Read-Copy-Update (RCU) callback processing from specified
-   CPUs. This ensures that RCU callbacks do not prevent the specified CPUs
-   from entering dyntick-idle or adaptive-tick mode, which is essential
-   for nohz-full functionality.
-
-   Use the same CPU range as configured for ``isolate-cpus``.
-
-System Optimization
---------------------
-
-Additional kernel optimizations can further improve VPP performance by
-disabling unnecessary features and reducing system overhead.
-
-**Disable High Precision Event Timer**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel disable-hpet
-
-   Disables the High Precision Event Timer (HPET). HPET can cause
-   additional interrupts and overhead that may impact VPP performance.
-
-**Disable Machine Check Exceptions**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel disable-mce
-
-   Disables Machine Check Exception (MCE) reporting and handling. While
-   MCE provides hardware error detection, it can introduce latency in
-   high-performance scenarios.
-
-**Disable CPU Power Saving**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel disable-power-saving
-
-   Disables CPU power saving mechanisms (C-states). This keeps CPU cores
-   at maximum performance levels, eliminating latency from power state
-   transitions.
-
-**Disable Soft Lockup Detection**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel disable-softlockup
-
-   Disables the soft lockup detector for kernel threads. This prevents
-   false positives when VPP worker threads are busy processing packets.
-
-**Disable CPU Mitigations**
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set system option kernel disable-mitigations
-
-   Disables all optional CPU mitigations for security vulnerabilities
-   (for example, Spectre, Meltdown). This may improve performance on some
-   platforms.
-
-Optimal Configuration Example
------------------------------
-
-For a system with 4 CPU cores (0-3) where cores 2-3 are dedicated to VPP:
-
-.. code-block:: none
-
-   # Kernel CPU optimizations
-   set system option kernel cpu disable-nmi-watchdog
-   set system option kernel cpu isolate-cpus '2-3'
-   set system option kernel cpu nohz-full '2-3'
-   set system option kernel cpu rcu-no-cbs '2-3'
-   
-   # System optimizations
-   set system option kernel disable-hpet
-   set system option kernel disable-mce
-   set system option kernel disable-power-saving
-   set system option kernel disable-softlockup
-   
-   # VPP CPU assignment
-   set vpp settings resource-allocation cpu-cores '2'
diff --git a/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-unix.rst b/docs/vpp/configuration/dataplane/rst-unix.rst
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-
-.. _vpp_config_dataplane_unix:
-
-.. include:: /_include/need_improvement.txt
-
-################################
-VPP Unix Dataplane Configuration
-################################
-
-The UNIX configuration section is used to control VPP's interaction
-with the underlying operating system, including operations scheduling.
-
-VPP relies on the polling mechanism to efficiently manage I/O operations
-and system events. By default VPP continuously polls for events, which
-leads to permanent 100% CPU usage by all cores assigned to VPP dataplane.
-This is optimal for performance, but may not be desirable in all
-environments, especially where power consumption is a concern or where VPP
-is running inside a hypervisor, especially if the VM has burstable
-thresholds and CPU usage limits.
-
-To mitigate this, VPP provides a configurable polling delay that allows
-reducing CPU usage by introducing a delay between polling cycles. This
-introduces a trade-off between CPU usage and latency, as longer delays
-can lead to increased latency in processing events.
-
-You can configure the polling delay using the following command in the
-VyOS CLI:
-
-.. cfgcmd:: set vpp settings poll-sleep-usec <delay>
-
-Sets the polling delay in microseconds. A value of 0 means no delay
-(default), while higher values introduce a delay between polling cycles.
-
-Troubleshooting
-===============
-
-Setting the polling delay too high can lead to increased latency and
-reduced performance, as VPP may not respond to events as quickly.
-Conversely, setting it too low may result in high CPU usage, which can be
-problematic in resource-constrained environments.
-
-Symptoms of improper configuration may include:
-
-- Increased latency in packet processing
-- Higher CPU usage than expected
-- Packets lost due to buffer overruns
-
-If you do not need to reduce CPU usage, it is recommended to leave the
-polling delay at its default value of 0 for optimal performance.
-
-If you need to reduce CPU usage, you may also consider using ``interrupt`` or
-``adaptive`` :ref:`DPDK driver modes <vpp_config_dataplane_interface_rx_mode>`,
-which can provide a balance between performance and resource utilization
-without affecting polling behavior.