This guide explains static routing concepts and provides step‑by‑step configuration instructions for Siemens XM400 SCALANCE managed Layer 3 switches.
The document introduces the concept of routing and static routing, describing how static routes are manually defined and the situations where they are appropriate for small, fixed‑topology networks. It also outlines the advantages and limitations of static routing compared with dynamic protocols.
A detailed configuration procedure is provided: creating VLANs, assigning subnets, activating the Routing function, and adding static route entries (Destination Network, Subnet Mask, Gateway). Example network diagrams and IP settings illustrate the process for two XM400 switches to enable communication between separate subnets. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Supported SCALANCE models | XM400, XR500 |
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Static routing is a manually configured routing entry where the administrator specifies the destination network, subnet mask, and next‑hop IP address.
First create the required VLANs and assign subnets, then activate the Routing function, and finally add a static route by entering the Destination Network, Subnet Mask, and Gateway IP in the "Static Routes" section.