The sending host uses its own address and mask to decide whether the destination host is on the local subnet or not. If not then the packet is forwarded to the default gateway (unless the host is running dynamic routing). When the packet reaches the router, the router checks the destination IP against it's routing table and forwards it accordingly.
I have mist a stage or two out and not followed it through to delivery or explored failure scenarious but I hope answered your question Regards, RB Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=29187&t=29182 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
