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RIP (Routing Information Protocol)
RIP is a type of distance-vector routing protocol, which leverages hop count as a metric for routing. RIP puts a limit on the number
of hops (max 15) allowed in order to prevent routing loops. This can sometimes limit the size of networks that RIP can be suc-
cessfully employed.
After selecting Advanced Setup -> Routing -> RIP, click the Add button and the following screen will appear.
Click the Apply/Save button to commit the changes entered.
Field Name Description
Interface This column shows a list of available WAN interfaces. Complete the line item(s) as-
sociated with the interface you wish to emply RIP.
Version [1,2,Both] Select the version of Routing Interface Protocol you desire. Reference RFC 1058
and RFC 1453 for detailed information on RIP versions.
Operation [Passive, Active] Passive mode listens only. It does not advertise routes. Select Active
mode to both listen and advertise routes.
Enabled Check this box to employ RIP on the displayed interface.
The individual elds on this screen are dened as follows: