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Evidence and scopeSOURCE-BACKED · CHECK DATE
Sources1 official references
ScopeModel/OS/network dependent
CredentialsNever universal
ReviewRecheck after UI changes
Quick answer: On Linux, the default route normally shows the gateway after default via, but VPNs, containers and multiple interfaces can add other routes.
What this page covers
Read the route associated with the intended interface instead of copying a popular private IP.
Step-by-step workflow
- Open a terminal.
- Run ip route and identify the default route.
- Check the interface name and metric.
- Compare IPv4 and IPv6 routes when dual-stack behavior matters.
Decision table
| Check | What it tells you | Safe next action |
|---|---|---|
| Exact scope | The page is limited to the named model, platform or provider | Match the current official source |
| UI or firmware | Menus and behavior can change | Check the exact version or revision |
| Unknown detail | No safe universal claim is made | Use the official support path |
Limits and verification
A route is not automatically a router-admin address; it is the next hop for that path. Containers and VPNs can change the view.
Official sources
- ip-route manual — Linux man-pages (route selection and default route)
Related Router Portal guides
Find the current gateway · Router login troubleshooting
Editorial note: This pilot page is written for one distinct question. Firmware, operating-system menus, ISP policies and regional radio rules can change, so confirm the source and exact device before applying a setting.