What happens if two devices have the same priority and one goes down?

In a cluster where two devices share the same priority, if one device goes down, the remaining device will take over the primary role based on the assigned IP addresses. When both devices have equal priority, the cluster will utilize the IP address to determine which device takes over as the primary. The device with the higher IP address assumes the primary role, ensuring continuity of operations for the cluster. This mechanism is crucial for maintaining reliability within high-availability setups, where seamless failover is required to prevent disruption.

The selection process prioritizes stability and assurance in managing device roles during failures, allowing the cluster to function smoothly without a full reset or election process, which could result in data inconsistency or downtime. Thus, the correct understanding is that under equal priority conditions, the device with the higher IP address effectively becomes the primary in the event of the other device failing.