Netopia R2121 manual Adding a static route

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Priority: An indication whether the Netopia R2121 will use the static route when it conflicts with information received from RIP packets.

Enabled: An indication whether the static route should be installed in the IP routing table.

Adding a static route

To add a new static route, select Add Static Route in the Static Routes screen and go to the Add Static Route screen.

Add Static Route

Static Route Enabled:

Yes

Destination Network IP Address:

0.0.0.0

Destination Network Subnet Mask:

0.0.0.0

Next Gateway IP Address:

0.0.0.0

Route Priority...

High

Advertise Route Via RIP:

No

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Configure a new Static Route in this Screen.

To install the static route in the IP routing table, select Static Route Enabled and toggle it to Yes. To remove the static route from the IP routing table, select Static Route Enabled and toggle it to No.

Be sure to read the rules on the installation of static routes in the IP routing table. See “Rules of static route installation” on page 10-15.

Select Destination Network IP Address and enter the network IP address of the destination network.

Select Destination Network Subnet Mask and enter the subnet mask used by the destination network.

Select Next Gateway IP Address and enter the IP address for the router that the Netopia R2121 will use to reach the destination network. This router does not necessarily have to be part of the destination network, but it must at least know where to forward packets destined for that network.

Select Route Priority and choose High or Low. High means that the static route takes precedence over RIP information; Low means that the RIP information takes precedence over the static route.

If the static route conflicts with a connection profile, the connection profile will always take precedence.

To make sure that the static route is known only to the Netopia R2121, select Advertise Route Via RIP and toggle it to No. To allow other RIP-capable routers to know about the static route, select Advertise Route Via RIP and toggle it to Yes. When Advertise Route Via RIP is toggled to Yes, a new item called RIP

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Netopia R2121 manual Adding a static route

R2121 specifications

The Netopia R2121 is a powerful and versatile router designed for both home and office environments, providing seamless connectivity and robust performance for various networking needs. This device offers a range of features and technologies that cater to the demands of modern users seeking reliable internet access, speed, and security.

One of the standout characteristics of the Netopia R2121 is its dual-band technology, which operates on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands. This capability allows users to enjoy faster speeds and less interference, as the 5 GHz band is typically less congested than the traditional 2.4 GHz band. With the ability to support multiple devices simultaneously, the R2121 ensures that users can stream videos, play online games, and conduct video conferences without experiencing lag or connectivity issues.

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