alibaba / alibaba/LVS

Can I forward ipv6(client->director) to ipv4(director->real server) or vice versa

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Description

Hi, all
Can anybody tell me whether latest version support ipv4 and ipv6 mixed ?
In other words, can I forward ipv6(client->director) to ipv4(director->real server) or vice versa?
I checked codes, it seems don't support this feature, but I need a definite answer.
Thanks.

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The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by checking the current LVS documentation and forwarding implementation for mixed IPv4/IPv6 paths, then confirm whether either direction is supported. Done means a definite, documented answer rather than an unscoped implementation attempt.

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Tech stack
c
Domain
networking
Issue type
Feature
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5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
20/100

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