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8 Routing configuration
Routing configuration allows both static and dynamic methods to set up routing between
networks. You can configure static routes by entering routes directly into the routing table. Static
routing has the advantage of being predictable and easy to configure.
Alternatively, you can enable dynamic routing using RIP for IPv4 or RIPng for IPv6. The Routing
Information Protocol (RIP) is the most common used method for dynamically maintaining routing
tables in small networks. RIP uses a distance vector-based approach to routing. Routes are
chosen to minimize the distance vector, or hop count, which serves as a rough estimate of
transmission cost.
Viewing routing status
The Status page shows whether RIP or RIPng are enabled, and displays the current IPv4 and
IPv6 routing tables.
The routing tables include the information necessary to forward a packet along the best path
toward its destination. Each packet contains information about its origin and destination. When
a packet is received, the router examines the packet and matches it to the routing table entry
providing the best match for its destination. The table then provides the router with instructions
for sending the packet to the next hop on its route across the network.
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