View the routing table and delete entries on a host that is part of a network using TCP/IP

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Issue

How can I view the routing table on a host that is part of a network using TCP/IP?

How can I remove entries in the host's routing table?

Environment

• I/NET Host
• IP Network

Cause

Troubleshooting IP communication often involves viewing the current routing tables at a host station. This will help determine if they need to be cleared.

Resolution

View the Host Routing Tables 

1. Go to Start > Run > and type "cmd" to open a DOS screen
2. Type "route print" and hit Enter

Delete an entry from the Host Routing Tables

Example to delete address 157.0.0.0:

1. Go to Start > Run > and type "cmd" to open a DOS screen
2. Type the following: route delete 157.0.0.0 and hit Enter
3. Type "route print" and hit Enter. This address should not appear.