/30 Subnet Mask (255.255.255.252): Usable Hosts (2), Wildcard & IPv4 Range
Instant /30 CIDR reference: Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.252, Wildcard 0.0.0.3, Total IPs 4, and 2 Usable Hosts. Ideal for Point-to-Point Inter-Router WAN Link (2 Usable IPs).
📊Reference Table & Engineering Specs
| Parameter / Metric | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| CIDR Prefix Notation | /30 |
| Dotted-Decimal Subnet Mask | 255.255.255.252 |
| Wildcard Mask (OSPF / ACL) | 0.0.0.3 |
| Total IPv4 Addresses (2^2) | 4 IP |
| Total Usable Hosts (2^2 - 2) | 2 Host |
| Sample Network ID | 192.168.1.0/30 |
| Sample Usable Host Range | 192.168.1.1 – 192.168.1.2 |
| Sample Broadcast Address | 192.168.1.3 |
| Ideal Field Use Case | Link Point-to-Point Antar Router WAN (2 IP Host) |
📖Technical Explanation & Methodology
CIDR prefix /30 allocates 30 network bits and leaves 2 host bits (32 - 30 = 2). Using 2^2, each /30 block contains 4 total IPs and 2 usable host addresses (Point-to-Point Inter-Router WAN Link (2 Usable IPs)).
/ip address add address=192.168.1.1/30 interface=bridge-lan comment="Subnet /30 (2 Host) - KalkuNet.com"❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Subnet Mask for /30?
The dotted-decimal Subnet Mask for /30 is 255.255.255.252 with a Wildcard Mask of 0.0.0.3.
How many usable hosts are in a /30 network?
A /30 subnet provides 4 total IPs and 2 usable hosts.