/32 Subnet Mask (255.255.255.255): Usable Hosts (1), Wildcard & IPv4 Range
Instant /32 CIDR reference: Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.255, Wildcard 0.0.0.0, Total IPs 1, and 1 Usable Hosts. Ideal for OSPF/BGP Router Loopback & Single Host Route.
📊Reference Table & Engineering Specs
| Parameter / Metric | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| CIDR Prefix Notation | /32 |
| Dotted-Decimal Subnet Mask | 255.255.255.255 |
| Wildcard Mask (OSPF / ACL) | 0.0.0.0 |
| Total IPv4 Addresses (2^0) | 1 IP |
| Total Usable Hosts (2^0 - 2) | 1 Host |
| Sample Network ID | 192.168.1.0/32 |
| Sample Usable Host Range | 192.168.1.1 (Single Host) |
| Sample Broadcast Address | 192.168.1.1 |
| Ideal Field Use Case | IP Loopback Router OSPF/BGP & Single Host Route |
📖Technical Explanation & Methodology
CIDR prefix /32 allocates 32 network bits and leaves 0 host bits (32 - 32 = 0). Using 2^0, each /32 block contains 1 total IPs and 1 usable host addresses (OSPF/BGP Router Loopback & Single Host Route).
/ip address add address=192.168.1.1/32 interface=bridge-lan comment="Subnet /32 (1 Host) - KalkuNet.com"❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Subnet Mask for /32?
The dotted-decimal Subnet Mask for /32 is 255.255.255.255 with a Wildcard Mask of 0.0.0.0.
How many usable hosts are in a /32 network?
A /32 subnet provides 1 total IPs and 1 usable hosts.