Introduction

Static Routing

What is Static Routing?
Static Routing is an advanced networking feature and is only available in XGate Pro.

Static Routes are used for making fixed paths through a network. Unfortunately, if there is a fault somewhere in the route, then the traffic will not re-route as it would normally.

Analogy
Static Routing is similar to planning a journey using a road map. To get from one place to another, there are many routes you can take. Sometimes the most natural route is the one with the shortest distance. However, the shortest route may not always be the fastest route due to speed limits and other factors. As a result, you may want to plan your journey by going via a certain route that is longer but faster.

Static Route Details
When specifying a Static Route, the following details are required:

Route Name
This is a friendly name set by you, so you can easily recognise the static route.

Destination / Network IP
This is the IP address of the computer you wish traffic to be directed to.

Subnet Mask
This is the subnet mask of the computer that you wish traffic to be directed to.

Destination Gateway
The machine that you wish traffic to pass through before reaching the Destination.

Interface
The XGate network port Interface you will be using. This will either be LAN or WAN.

Type
This determines what type of static route you will be setting up. Whether you will be connecting to a host (computer) or a network.