Cisco Systems Comprehensive Guide to DPC3925 Gateway Status and Local Network Monitoring

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Monitor Gateway Status

 

 

Section

Field Description

 

Internet Connection

IP Address

 

 

Displays the IP address of the WAN interface. This address is

 

 

assigned to the gateway when it goes online.

 

 

Subnet Mask

 

 

Displays the subnet mask for your WAN port. This address is

 

 

automatically assigned to your WAN port by your ISP except

 

 

when a static IP address is set up.

 

 

Default Gateway

 

 

The IP address of the ISP's Default Gateway.

 

 

DNS1-3

 

 

The DNS IP addresses currently used by the gateway.

 

 

WINS

 

 

The WINS IP address currently used by the gateway.

Status > Local Network

The Local Network Status page displays information about the status of the local area network.

Select the Local Network tab to open the Status Local Network page. Click Refresh to update the data on the page.

Use the following table to review the status of your gateway and your Internet connection.

 

Section

Field Description

 

Local Network

MAC Address

 

 

A unique alphanumeric address for the private LAN home network.

 

 

 

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Contents Important Safety Instructions This DocumentImportant Safety Instructions Mitteilung für CATV-Techniker Aviso a los instaladores de sistemas CatvPower Source Warning Ground the ProductVerify the Power Source from the On/Off Power Light Protect the Product from LightningProtect the Product When Moving It Check Product SafetyTelephone Equipment Notice Canada EMI Regulation Declaration of ConformityDynamic Frequency Selection DFS Dual Band Frequencies Canada Radiation Exposure StatementsAustralia CE Compliance National Restrictions France Italy LatviaAntennas Benefits and Features IntroductionIntroduction Whats In the Carton? Front Panel Description Back Panel Description Back Panel Description What Are the System Requirements for Internet Service? Minimum System Requirements for a PCMinimum System Requirements for Macintosh System Requirements for an Ethernet ConnectionDo Not Have a High-Speed Internet Access Account Already Have an Existing High-Speed Internet Access Account Want to Use the Application Server for Telephone ServiceRev B How Do I Mount the Modem on a Wall? Optional Before You BeginLocation and Dimensions of the Wall-Mounting Slots Mounting the Residential Gateway on a Wall What Are the Requirements for Telephone Service? Telephone Wiring RequirementsNumber of Telephone Devices Telephone Device TypesConnecting and Installing Internet Devices To connect devicesRev B Rev B How Do I Configure My Docsis Residential Gateway? Logging in to the Gateway for the First TimeHow Do I Configure My Docsis Residential Gateway? Setup Quick Setup Configuring Quick Settings Wlan Configuring Your Network Settings Setup Lan SetupLAN Dhcp  Connected Devices Summary Pre-assigned Dhcp IP Addresses Starting IP AddressSetup Ddns Section Field Description Maximum Number of Dhcp UsersClient Lease Time LAN Static DNS Domain Name ServerDisabling Ddns Factory Default Settings DdnsWireless Basic Settings Configure Wireless SettingsWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Wi-Fi Protected Setup Configuration Section Field Description Basic SettingsWPS Push Button Setup Option WPS Setup Using the Gateway PIN Option Section Field Description Basic Settings Wireless Network Wireless ConfigurationNetwork Mode Only, B/G Mixed, B/G/N Mixed factory defaultWireless Wireless Security Section Field Description Wireless Network Name SsidBssid Broadcast SsidWireless Security Page Description Section Field Description Wireless Wireless Security ModeWEP Field DescriptionsWPA Security for Personal Networks WPA or WPA2 Personal ModesConfigure Wireless Settings Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter Page DescriptionSection Field Description Access Access Restriction Wireless Advanced SettingsMAC Address Filter List Wireless Advanced Settings Page Description CTS Protection Mode Beacon IntervalFragmentation Threshold Section Field Description Dtim IntervalRTS Threshold Wireless WDS Settings Page Description Wireless WDS SettingsWDS Wireless QoS Page Description Wireless QoSDisable Enable Section Field Description No ACKSecurity Firewall Configure SecuritySection Field Description Firewall SPI Firewall Protection Block IP Flood Detection checked factory default Section Field Description Filters Filter ProxyBlock Pop-Up Windows Block Web Page CookiesDisable Pptp Passthrough Security VPN PassthroughVPN IPSec PassthroughSecurity VPN Security VPN Tunnel Page Description Fqdn Section Field Description RemoteKey Management Key Exchange Method Auto IKE Section Field Description KeyManual Advanced Settings Phase 1 Operation ModeSection Field Description Status Connected or DisconnectedView Log Access Restrictions IP Address Filtering Control Access to the GatewayAccess Restrictions MAC Address Filtering Function Keys Access Restrictions Basic Rules Parental Control check box and click Apply Add RuleRemove Rule Keyword ListBlock Access to Websites Section Field Description Override the PasswordRe-Enter Password Access DurationAccess Restrictions Time of Day Rules Access Restrictions Time of Day Rules Page DescriptionAccess Restrictions User Setup Access Restrictions User Setup Page Description Access Restrictions Local Log Section Field Description Inactivity TimeConfigure Applications and Gaming OverviewApplications & Gaming Port Filtering Applications and Gaming Port Filtering Page DescriptionTCP Applications & Gaming Port Range ForwardingUDP Applications and Gaming Port Range Forward Page Description Section Field Description Port Range Forwarding StartEnd IP AddressApplications & Gaming Port Range Triggering Forwarded Range Start PortApplications & Gaming DMZ Section Field Description End PortApplications and Gaming DMZ Page Description DMZDMZ Hosting Select the desired optionAdministration Management Page Description Administration ManagementManage the Gateway WAN MTU Field Description Remote Access Remote Management Management PortUPnP IgmpAdministration Reporting Section Field Description Reporting Mail AlertsSmtp Mail Server Mail Address for Alert LogsView Log Administration Diagnostics Administration Backup & Restore Administration Factory Defaults Restore Factory DefaultsMonitor Gateway Status Status GatewayMAC Address CM MAC Address Current TimeStatus Local Network Section Field Description Internet Connection IP AddressDNS1-3 WinsEnd IP Address Status Wireless Status Wireless Page Description Network Name SsidWide Channel SecurityStatus Docsis WAN Docsis WAN Page DescriptionMonitor Gateway Status Frequently Asked Questions How Do I Configure TCP/IP Protocol?How Do I Renew the IP Address on My PC? Renewing the IP Address on Windows NT, 2000, or XP Systems How do I arrange for installation?What if I dont subscribe to cable TV? Common Troubleshooting Issues Dont understand the front panel status indicatorsHow does the residential gateway connect to my computer? Can I watch TV and surf the Internet at the same time?Tips for Improved Performance Check and CorrectFront Panel LED Status Indicator Functions Step100 Rev B Normal Operations AC Power applied Front Panel LED Status Indicators During Normal ConditionsFront Panel LED Status Indicators During Special Conditions Special ConditionsTrademarks Publication DisclaimerCopyright Software and Firmware Use104 Rev B For Information If You Have Questions
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