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IPv6 static routing configuration
This chapter includes these sections:
• Introduction to IPv6 static routing
• Configuring an IPv6 static route
• Displaying and maintaining IPv6 static routes
• IPv6 static routing configuration example
NOTE:
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The term "switch" or "device" in this chapter refers to the switching engine on a WX3000E wireless
switch.
• The WX3000E series comprises WX3024E and WX3010E wireless switches.
• The port numbers in this chapter are for illustration only.
Introduction to IPv6 static routing
Static routes are manually configured. They work well in simple networks. Configuring and using them
properly can improve network performance and ensure enough bandwidth for important applications.
However, static routes also have limitations. Any topology changes require the network administrator to
manually configure and modify the relevant static routes.
Features of IPv6 static routes
Similar to IPv4 static routes, IPv6 static routes work well in simple IPv6 network environments.
Their major difference lies in the destination and next hop addresses. IPv6 static routes use IPv6
addresses, whereas IPv4 static routes use IPv4 addresses.
Default IPv6 route
An IPv6 static route with a destination prefix of ::/0 is a default IPv6 route. The default route is used to
forward packets that match no specific routes in the routing table.
Configuring an IPv6 static route
In small IPv6 networks, IPv6 static routes can be used to forward packets. In comparison to dynamic
routes, it helps to save network bandwidth.
Configuration prerequisites
• Configure parameters for the related interfaces