Dynex DX-E401 manual Local domain name. Optional, To configure your Dhcp server

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Configuring the router		21

Field		Description

Local Domain Name	The local domain name. (Optional)

DHCP

CONFIGURING YOUR DHCP SERVER

DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The router has a built-in DHCP server which will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN. Set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to Obtain an IP Address Automatically. When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the router. The DHCP Server will automatically allocate an unused IP address from the IP address pool to the requesting computer. You must specify the starting and ending address of the IP address pool.

To configure your DHCP server:

1Access the Configuration menu by following the instructions in To access the Web-based configuration utility: on page 13.

2Click the DHCP button. The DHCP Server screen opens.

3 Click Enabled, then enter the following settings, as appropriate:

Field	Description

Starting IP Address	The starting IP address for the DHCP server's IP assignment.

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Contents DX-E401 Introduction ContentsIntroduction to broadband router technology Important safety instructionsFirewalls FeaturesLANs and WANs Broadband Modem and IP SharingAllows you to assign user-specific access rights System requirements for configuration Product componentsEthernet-based cable or DSL modem Network settings Setting up the routerTo access the Web-based management utility Web-based management utilityStart UP and LOG To use the Setup Wizard Using the Setup WizardIf you selected PPP over Ethernet, go to Step Go to step Setting up the router To access the Web-based configuration utility Configuring the routerTo configure your router to obtain a dynamic IP address Configuring a Dynamic IP AddressHost Name MAC Address To configure a static IP addressAddress unless required by your ISP Unless required by your ISP255.255.255.0 Configuring PppoeOptional AddressTo configure PPPoE Click the WAN button. The WAN Settings screen opensRe-enter the PPPoE password Service Name provided by your ISP optionalTo configure Pptp To configure BigPond Cable Or when the connection is dropped Click the LAN button. The LAN Settings screen opensTo configure your LAN Configuring Your LANTo configure your Dhcp server Configuring Your Dhcp ServerLocal domain name. Optional Configuring a Virtual Server To configure a virtual serverAdvanced Lease TimeBe providing the virtual services Name Name referencing the virtual service Private IPProtocol used for the virtual service Access the virtual serviceExample #1 To configure special applications Configuring Special ApplicationsTo run applications that require multiple connections To configure IP filters Enter the following settings, as appropriateTo configure URL blocking Configuring URL BlockingTo block a text string To configure MAC filtering Click URL Blocking, then click EnabledConfiguring MAC Filters Enter the following, as appropriateConfiguring Domain Blocking To configure domain blockingName Filter name Dhcp ClientDomains to which access is blocked Domains to which access is allowedTo configure Firewall Rules Configuring Firewall RulesRange Name Name of the firewall ActionTo configure the DMZ Configuring the DMZIP address of the computer to be in the DMZ Tools To configure administrator settingsTo configure the system time Port Port number used to access the routerConfiguring the System Time RemoteTo reload a system settings file Click Restore to reset the router to factory settingsTo configure the system settings Day, hour, minute, and second, then click Set TimeHard Drive You can upgrade the firmware of the routerClick Load to reload the file Upgrading the FirmwareTo configure miscellaneous settings Firmware upgradeConfiguring Miscellaneous Settings Download the new firmware to your hard driveClick Reboot to restart the router Hackers. Click Enabled to block the WAN pingPing Test To use the cable tester Link Status StatusMore Info RefreshTo review device information Configuring the LOG To configure the logTo view the Log Viewing the LOGAddress Email Address To view traffic statisticsViewing Traffic Statistics To reset the system settings to factory defaults ResetHelp Click the Help tab. The Help screen opensConfiguring your computers Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPTo use the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP Configuring your computers To name your computer Naming your computerConfiguring your computers Click OK to save your changes and exit To check your computer’s IP address Checking your computer’s IP addressTo assign a static IP address Assigning a static IP address in Windows XP and WindowsClick OK to save your changes and exit Selecting a dynamic IP address in Windows XP or Windows To configure your computer to obtain a dynamic IP addressTo assign a static IP address with Macintosh OS Assigning a static IP address with Macintosh OSSelecting a dynamic IP address with Macintosh OS Click Apply Now to save your settings and exitGo to the Apple menu, then click System Preferences To select a dynamic IP address with Macintosh OSTroubleshooting TroubleshootingSpecifications Confirm your computer’s IP configurationTo use Ipconfig Technical Support WarrantyDisclaimer Legal noticesFCC Warning Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement