[SOLVED] What does changing the interface metric do?

[hammerdust]

In advanced TCP/IP Settings in Windows I have the option to change the interface metric from automatic to a manual value, what does this do and how do I know what the ideal number is for my PC?

 

[SamirD]

This is typically needed when you have more than one nic in your system and you want to manually set the priority. If you go into command prompt and run the command 'route print' you'll see where the metrics come into play in the routing table.

 

[kanewolf]

In advanced TCP/IP Settings in Windows I have the option to change the interface metric from automatic to a manual value, what does this do and how do I know what the ideal number is for my PC?

The interface metric is used when multiple network paths are available. On an end device with a single adapter, in a home network, leave it on default.