/22 Subnet Mask (255.255.252.0): Usable Hosts (1,022), Wildcard & IPv4 Range
Instant /22 CIDR reference: Subnet Mask is 255.255.252.0, Wildcard 0.0.3.255, Total IPs 1,024, and 1,022 Usable Hosts. Ideal for 1,000-User Campus Wi-Fi Supernet (1,022 Hosts).
📊Reference Table & Engineering Specs
| Parameter / Metric | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| CIDR Prefix Notation | /22 |
| Dotted-Decimal Subnet Mask | 255.255.252.0 |
| Wildcard Mask (OSPF / ACL) | 0.0.3.255 |
| Total IPv4 Addresses (2^10) | 1,024 IP |
| Total Usable Hosts (2^10 - 2) | 1,022 Host |
| Sample Network ID | 10.10.0.0/22 |
| Sample Usable Host Range | 10.10.0.1 – 10.10.3.254 |
| Sample Broadcast Address | 10.10.3.255 |
| Ideal Field Use Case | Supernetting Wi-Fi Kampus/Event 1.000 User (1.022 Host) |
📖Technical Explanation & Methodology
CIDR prefix /22 allocates 22 network bits and leaves 10 host bits (32 - 22 = 10). Using 2^10, each /22 block contains 1,024 total IPs and 1,022 usable host addresses (1,000-User Campus Wi-Fi Supernet (1,022 Hosts)).
/ip address add address=10.10.0.1/22 interface=bridge-lan comment="Subnet /22 (1022 Host) - KalkuNet.com"❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Subnet Mask for /22?
The dotted-decimal Subnet Mask for /22 is 255.255.252.0 with a Wildcard Mask of 0.0.3.255.
How many usable hosts are in a /22 network?
A /22 subnet provides 1,024 total IPs and 1,022 usable hosts.