Backup Designated Router

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
BDR
Pronunciation
/ˈbæˌkəp ˈdɛzɪgˌneɪtɪd ˈrutər/
Category
Miscellaneous
Related Field
Unclassified

Examples in Context

  1. A second router is elected as a backup designated router ( BDR ) to take over the duties of the DR if it should fail.
  2. Because the DR role is critical, a backup designated router ( BDR ) is elected to take over if the DR fails.

Other meanings of BDR