Belkin F5D8231-4 user manual Dhcp Server, IP Pool, Lease Time, Local Domain Name

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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

3.DHCP Server

The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so you must manually set a static IP address for each computer on your network. To turn off the DHCP server, select “Off” and click “Apply Changes”.

4.IP Pool

The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99 computers). If you want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking on “Apply Changes”. The DHCP server can assign 100 IP addresses automatically. This means that you cannot specify an IP address pool larger than 100 computers. For example, starting at 50 means you have to end at 150 or lower so as not to exceed the 100-client limit. The starting IP address must be lower in number than the ending IP address.

5.Lease Time

The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address for each computer. We recommend that you leave the lease time set to “Forever”. The default setting is “Forever”, meaning that any time a computer is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server, the IP address will not change for that particular computer. Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of time. This also means that a particular computer’s IP address may change over time. If you have set any of the other advanced features of the Router such as DMZ or client IP filters, these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change.

6.Local Domain Name

The default setting is “Belkin”. You can set a local domain name (network name) for your network. There is no need to change this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so. You can name the network anything you want such as

“MY NETWORK”.

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Contents N1 Wireless Router Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionRevolutionary N1 Wireless Technology with Mimo N1 Mimo Placement of your N1 Wireless Router Important Factors for Placement and SetupRouter Placement Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceCordless Phones Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Introduction Product Overview Setup Assistant Integrated 10/100 4-Port SwitchBuilt-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Dhcp Universal Plug and Play UPnPIntegrated N1 Wireless Access Point MAC Address FilteringKnowing your Router Package ContentsSetup Assistant Software System Requirements System RequirementsWireless Security Wireless-Computer StatusWired-Computer Status Modem Status Router/Power StatusWireless Status Internet StatusConnections to Wired Computers Gray Connection to Modem YellowIi. Restoring the Factory Defaults Reset ButtonResetting the Router Power Jack BlackConnecting and Configuring your Router Ethernet USB Setup AssistantModem Requirements Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide QIG Connecting and Configuring your Router Step Set Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant SoftwareChecking Settings Confirmation ScreenProgress Screen Connecting and Configuring your Router Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Troubleshooting Connecting and Configuring your Router Alternate Setup Method Logging into the Router Logging out of the RouterUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Internet-Status Indicator Quick-Navigation LinksHome Button Features Login/Logout ButtonLAN Settings Internet SettingsAlternate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type Host Name Change WAN MAC AddressISP Gateway Address IP AddressSubnet Mask My ISP Provides More Than One Static IP AddressSetting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE User Name PasswordService Name MTUPptp Account Pptp PasswordService IP Address My IP AddressMy Subnet Mask Connection ID optionalSelect your State User Decide Login Server Manually Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS SettingsConfiguring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC Address Cloning your MAC AddressEntering a Specific MAC Address Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Viewing the LAN SettingsUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN SettingsLease Time Dhcp ServerIP Pool Local Domain NameConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Viewing the Dhcp Client ListChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Changing the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode Switch40MHz only Using the Bandwidth Switch20MHz only 20MHz/40MHz AutoUsing the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode Switch Changing the Wireless Security SettingsWPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WPA Security Setting WPA-PSK Setting WEP Encryption Using a Hexadecimal Key Using the Access Point Mode Setting MAC Address Control Setting up an Allow Access List Setting up a Deny Access ListConfiguring the Firewall Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerChoosing an Application Setting Client IP Filters Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientUtilities Blocking an Icmp PingRestarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Updating the Firmware Checking for a New Version of FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling NAT Network Address Translation Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Enabling/Disabling UPnPManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up toManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OSSection Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Recommended Web Browser Settings Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Troubleshooting Setup Assistant CD does not automatically startSetup Assistant cannot find my Router Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Section Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting XP WPA Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Technical Support US 877-736-5771 or 310-898-1100 extInformation Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICHow to get service What will we do to correct problems?What is not covered by this warranty? What the period of coverage isHow state law relates to the warranty Belkin Tech Support Belkin B.VBelkin Corporation