Chapter 10. Networking Configuration; Static Or Dynamic Routing - Alcatel-Lucent 9500 MXC User Manual

Chapter 10. Networking
Configuration

Static or Dynamic Routing

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The Networking configuration screen provides view and change settings for
NMS IP addressing and routing, trap destinations, and a DHCP server option.
Refer to:
• Static or Dynamic Routing on page 10-1.
• Networking Screens on page 10-4.
• DHCP Server Function on page 10-13
For detailed information and guidance on NMS addressing and routing options,
refer to Appendix D.
Each 9500 MXC Node or Terminal functions as a router to manage the NMS IP
routing between nodes, and from nodes to other management connected devices,
such as other Alcatel-Lucent radios, or other vendor products or management
networks.
Static routing requires manual configuration of the routing table and any
subsequent reconfiguration. It is suitable for simple networks and for networks
where no significant change in routing is expected. A default gateway option is
provided.
Dynamic routing makes use of a routing protocol such as RIP (Routing Internet
Protocol) and OSPF (Open Shortest Path First), which dynamically updates the
routing tables held within each router through a mutual exchange of messages. In
most instances it should only be necessary to enter the IP address for the terminal
and select RIP or OSPF. For 9500 MXC, the dynamic routing options are RIP1,
RIP2, or OSPF. Compared to static routing, dynamic requires much less
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