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Static routing

Static routing

To view the list of static routes, go to System > Network > Static Routing. Routes can be created, edited, and deleted as required. Use the checkboxes to select the static route entries you want to either Delete or Edit.

The following information is shown:

Create New Select to create a new static route.
Delete Select to delete the selected static route.
Edit Select to edit the selected static route.
IP/Mask The destination IP address and netmask for this route.
Gateway The IP address of the next hop router to which this route directs traffic.
Device The device or interface associated with this route.
To create a new static route:
  1. In the static route list, select Create New. The Create New Static Route window opens.
  2. Edit the following settings as required.
    Destination IP/Mask Enter the destination IP address and netmask for this route.
    Network interface Select the network interface that connects to the gateway.
    Gateway Enter the IP address of the next hop router to which this route directs traffic.
    Comment Optionally, enter a comment about the route.
  3. Select OK to create the new static route.

Static routing

To view the list of static routes, go to System > Network > Static Routing. Routes can be created, edited, and deleted as required. Use the checkboxes to select the static route entries you want to either Delete or Edit.

The following information is shown:

Create New Select to create a new static route.
Delete Select to delete the selected static route.
Edit Select to edit the selected static route.
IP/Mask The destination IP address and netmask for this route.
Gateway The IP address of the next hop router to which this route directs traffic.
Device The device or interface associated with this route.
To create a new static route:
  1. In the static route list, select Create New. The Create New Static Route window opens.
  2. Edit the following settings as required.
    Destination IP/Mask Enter the destination IP address and netmask for this route.
    Network interface Select the network interface that connects to the gateway.
    Gateway Enter the IP address of the next hop router to which this route directs traffic.
    Comment Optionally, enter a comment about the route.
  3. Select OK to create the new static route.