SMC Networks SMC Barricade SMCBR24Q User Manual page 62

SMCBR24Q User Manual
packets take based on the fewest number of hops between the source and the destination. The RIP
protocol regularly broadcasts routing information to other routers on the network.
Working Mode: Select Gateway mode if your Router is hosting your network's connection to the Internet.
Select Router mode if the Router exists on a network with other routers, including a separate network
gateway that handles the Internet connection.
Dynamic Routing:
Choose the TX: protocol you want for transmitting data on the network. (RIP1 / RIP2)
Choose the RX: protocol you want for receiving data from the network. (RIP1 / RIP2)
Static Routing:
You will need to configure Static Routing if there are multiple routers installed on your network. The static
routing function determines the path that data follows over your network before and after it passes through
the Router. You can use static routing to allow different IP domain users to access the Internet through this
device. This is an advanced feature. Please proceed with caution.
This Router is also capable of dynamic routing (see the Dynamic Routing tab). In many cases, it is better to
use dynamic routing because the function will allow the Router to automatically adjust to physical changes
in the network layout. In order to use static routing, the SMCBR24Q's DHCP settings must be disabled.
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