VVR replication fails to start on systems where Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) version 12.1 or 12.1 RU2 is installed

This issue may occur if VVR replication is set up on systems in an IPv6 environment where Symantec EndPoint Protection (SEP) version 12.1 or 12.1 RU2 is installed.

The Replication Status in the VEA GUI displays as "Activating" and the replication may fail to start. (2437087)

Workaround: Ensure that the VVR ports are not blocked by the firewall. Refer to the SFW HA Installation and Upgrade Guide for list of ports and services used by SFW HA.

Configure the SEP Firewall policy to allow IPv6 traffic on the cluster nodes.

Edit the Firewall Rules table and edit the following settings:

Refer to the SEP documentation for detailed instructions on how to edit the firewall policy.