Dynex DX-E401 manual To view the Log, To configure the log, Viewing the LOG, Configuring the LOG

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Configuring the router

VIEWING THE LOG

The router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the router. If the router is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You can save the log files under Log Settings.

To view the Log:

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

2Click the Status tab, then the Log button. The View Log screen opens.

Button

Description

 

 

First Page

The first page of the log.

 

 

Last Page

The last page of the log.

 

 

Previous

Moves back one log page.

 

 

Next

Moves forward one log page.

 

 

Clear

Clears the logs completely.

 

 

Log Settings

Brings up the page to configure the log.

 

 

CONFIGURING THE LOG

Not only does the router display the logs of activities and events, it can be set up to send these logs to a specific e-mail address.

To configure the log:

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

2Click the Status tab, then the Log button. The View Log screen opens.

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Contents DX-E401 Contents IntroductionImportant safety instructions Introduction to broadband router technologyLANs and WANs FeaturesFirewalls Broadband Modem and IP SharingAllows you to assign user-specific access rights System requirements for configuration Product componentsEthernet-based cable or DSL modem Setting up the router Network settingsTo access the Web-based management utility Web-based management utilityStart UP and LOG Using the Setup Wizard To use the Setup WizardIf you selected PPP over Ethernet, go to Step Go to step Setting up the router Configuring the router To access the Web-based configuration utilityTo configure your router to obtain a dynamic IP address Configuring a Dynamic IP AddressHost Name Address unless required by your ISP To configure a static IP addressMAC Address Unless required by your ISPOptional Configuring Pppoe255.255.255.0 AddressRe-enter the PPPoE password Click the WAN button. The WAN Settings screen opensTo configure PPPoE Service Name provided by your ISP optionalTo configure Pptp To configure BigPond Cable To configure your LAN Click the LAN button. The LAN Settings screen opensOr when the connection is dropped Configuring Your LANTo configure your Dhcp server Configuring Your Dhcp ServerLocal domain name. Optional Advanced To configure a virtual serverConfiguring a Virtual Server Lease TimeProtocol used for the virtual service Name Name referencing the virtual service Private IPBe providing the virtual services Access the virtual serviceExample #1 To configure special applications Configuring Special ApplicationsTo run applications that require multiple connections Enter the following settings, as appropriate To configure IP filtersTo configure URL blocking Configuring URL BlockingTo block a text string Configuring MAC Filters Click URL Blocking, then click EnabledTo configure MAC filtering Enter the following, as appropriateName Filter name To configure domain blockingConfiguring Domain Blocking Dhcp ClientTo configure Firewall Rules Domains to which access is allowedDomains to which access is blocked Configuring Firewall RulesName Name of the firewall Action RangeTo configure the DMZ Configuring the DMZIP address of the computer to be in the DMZ To configure administrator settings ToolsConfiguring the System Time Port Port number used to access the routerTo configure the system time RemoteTo configure the system settings Click Restore to reset the router to factory settingsTo reload a system settings file Day, hour, minute, and second, then click Set TimeClick Load to reload the file You can upgrade the firmware of the routerHard Drive Upgrading the FirmwareConfiguring Miscellaneous Settings Firmware upgradeTo configure 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 More Info StatusLink Status RefreshTo review device information To view the Log To configure the logConfiguring the LOG Viewing the LOGAddress Email Address To view traffic statisticsViewing Traffic Statistics Help ResetTo reset the system settings to factory defaults 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 Naming your computer To name your computerConfiguring your computers Click OK to save your changes and exit Checking your computer’s IP address To check your computer’s IP addressAssigning a static IP address in Windows XP and Windows To assign a static IP addressClick OK to save your changes and exit To configure your computer to obtain a dynamic IP address Selecting a dynamic IP address in Windows XP or WindowsAssigning a static IP address with Macintosh OS To assign a static IP address with Macintosh OSGo to the Apple menu, then click System Preferences Click Apply Now to save your settings and exitSelecting a dynamic IP address with Macintosh OS To select a dynamic IP address with Macintosh OSTroubleshooting TroubleshootingSpecifications Confirm your computer’s IP configurationTo use Ipconfig Warranty Technical SupportLegal notices DisclaimerFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement FCC Warning