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The DynamicLink Cloud Router supports both static and dynamic routing so you can control how traffic is forwarded across your network.
  • Static routes are manually defined.
    • Ideal for small, secure networks.
    • Predictable and efficient with resources.
    • Requires manual updates.
  • Dynamic routes are learned automatically from routing protocols (in DynamicLink, we use BGP).
    • Ideal for large, changing networks.
    • Scalable and automatic failover.
    • Higher bandwidth usage and complexity.
You can configure routing from Network > Cloud Router > Routes.

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Add static routes

Static routes define a fixed path to a destination network. Use them when you need a specific next-hop or interface. Next to Routes > Static Routes, click Add. Complete the following fields: Click Add to save.

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Dynamic routes (BGP)

Dynamic routes are learned from BGP neighbors (e.g. cloud gateways, data centers, or other networks). You do not “add” dynamic routes manually; you configure BGP and the Cloud Router learns and displays them. For more information, see Configure BGP for the Cloud Router.
If dynamic routes are missing:
  • Confirm the BGP session is up (neighbor status in the BGP tab).
  • Confirm the neighbor is advertising the expected prefixes (check Sent/Received in AWS, Azure, or your peer).
  • Review route filters and policies that might block or filter advertisements.

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Route selection and precedence

When several routes exist to the same destination, the Cloud Router typically:
  1. Prefers static over dynamic routes.
  2. Uses longest prefix match (more specific prefix wins).
  3. Uses distance/metric to choose among same-type routes.