Network-wide > Routing > Routing table

Routing Table Overview

The Routing Table page provides an overview of routing configurations for network traffic management. It displays the paths that data packets will take to reach specific destinations within the network. Each route includes details such as the gateway, destination subnet, and any associated routing entities. This article explains the components visible on the Routing Table page.

Page Sections and Components

1. Navigation and Context

• The Routing Table page is located under Network-wide > Routing in the dashboard’s navigation panel.

• It shows specific details of configured routes and any associated tunnels or policies.

2. Route Entries

• Each entry in the routing table provides information on how traffic is routed to a specific network or subnet.

• The table displays the following fields:

• Gateway: Specifies the next-hop IP address for reaching the destination. If left blank (shown as “-”), the route is direct.

• Destination: Indicates the IP address range or subnet to which the route applies. For instance, 172.16.0.0/24 defines a route to a subnet within the 172.16.0.0 network.

• Entity: Displays additional context about the route, such as any associated tunnels or security configurations. For example, “Tunnel to Evans Dogfood” signifies a secure tunnel connection to another network or location.

3. Filters

• If you have more than one Meter Security Appliance, then the Filters section allows users to refine the list of routes for that particular Security Appliance.

Summary

The Routing Table page helps administrators visualize and control how network traffic is directed across different network segments. Understanding each component can assist in troubleshooting connectivity issues and ensuring traffic flows along optimal paths within the network infrastructure.

This article provides an overview and example of how to interpret the Routing Table page for monitoring and managing network traffic.