Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Configuring
Static Routes in Cisco Packet Tracer
In this guide, we will configure static routing between multiple routers in Cisco Packet
Tracer to allow communication between different networks.
Lab Topology
We will use the following simple topology:
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[PC1] (192.168.1.0/24) --- [Router1] --- (10.0.0.0/30) --- [Router2] ---
(192.168.2.0/24) [PC2]
Devices & IP Addressing:
● PC1:
○ IP: 192.168.1.10
○ Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
○ Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1
● Router1 (R1):
○ Interface Gig0/0: 192.168.1.1/24 (Connected to PC1)
○ Interface Gig0/1: 10.0.0.1/30 (Connected to Router2)
● Router2 (R2):
○ Interface Gig0/0: 10.0.0.2/30 (Connected to Router1)
○ Interface Gig0/1: 192.168.2.1/24 (Connected to PC2)
● PC2:
○ IP: 192.168.2.10
○ Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
○ Default Gateway: 192.168.2.1
Step 1: Build the Network in Packet Tracer
1. Open Cisco Packet Tracer.
2. Add the following devices:
○ 2 PCs (from End Devices)
○ 2 Routers (e.g., 2911 model)
○ 2 Copper Straight-through cables (for PC-to-Router connections)
○ 1 Copper Cross-over cable (for Router-to-Router connection)
3. Connect them as per the topology:
○ PC1 → Router1 (Gig0/0)
○ Router1 (Gig0/1) → Router2 (Gig0/0)
○ Router2 (Gig0/1) → PC2
Step 2: Configure IP Addresses on PCs
PC1 Configuration:
1. Click on PC1 → Desktop → IP Configuration.
2. Set:
○ IP Address: 192.168.1.10
○ Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
○ Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1
PC2 Configuration:
1. Click on PC2 → Desktop → IP Configuration.
2. Set:
○ IP Address: 192.168.2.10
○ Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
○ Default Gateway: 192.168.2.1
Step 3: Configure Router Interfaces
Router1 (R1) Configuration:
1. Click on Router1 → CLI (Command Line Interface).
2. Enter the following commands:
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configure terminal
interface GigabitEthernet0/0
ip address 192.168.1.1 255.255.255.0
no shutdown
exit
interface GigabitEthernet0/1
ip address 10.0.0.1 255.255.255.252
no shutdown
6. exit
Router2 (R2) Configuration:
1. Click on Router2 → CLI.
2. Enter the following commands:
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enable
configure terminal
interface GigabitEthernet0/0
ip address 10.0.0.2 255.255.255.252
no shutdown
exit
interface GigabitEthernet0/1
ip address 192.168.2.1 255.255.255.0
no shutdown
6. exit
Step 4: Configure Static Routes
On Router1 (R1):
● We need to tell Router1 how to reach 192.168.2.0/24 via Router2 (10.0.0.2).
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configure terminal
ip route 192.168.2.0 255.255.255.0 10.0.0.2
● exit
On Router2 (R2):
● We need to tell Router2 how to reach 192.168.1.0/24 via Router1 (10.0.0.1).
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configure terminal
ip route 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0 10.0.0.1
● exit
Step 5: Verify the Configuration
Check Routing Tables:
● On Router1, run:
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● show ip route
You should see:
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● S 192.168.2.0/24 [1/0] via 10.0.0.2
● On Router2, run:
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● show ip route
You should see:
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● S 192.168.1.0/24 [1/0] via 10.0.0.1
Test Connectivity (Ping Test):
1. Go to PC1 → Desktop → Command Prompt.
2. Ping PC2:
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6. ping 192.168.2.10
○ If successful, you’ll see replies.
○ If not, recheck IPs, routes, and interface status (show ip interface
brief).
Troubleshooting Tips
1. Check Interface Status:
○ Run show ip interface brief to ensure all interfaces are up/up.
2. Verify Static Routes:
○ Ensure routes are correctly added (show ip route).
3. Check Cables:
○ Ensure correct cable types are used (straight-through for PC-Router,
crossover for Router-Router).
4. Disable Firewall (if any):
○ Some PCs may have firewall blocking ICMP (ping).
Conclusion
You have successfully configured static routing in Cisco Packet Tracer. Static routes
are manually defined and do not adapt to network changes, making them suitable for
small, stable networks. For larger networks, consider using dynamic routing protocols
like OSPF or EIGRP.
Would you like to extend this lab with additional routers or dynamic routing? Let me
know! 🚀
