Dynex DX-E401 manual Selecting a dynamic IP address in Windows XP or Windows

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Configuring your computers

Selecting a dynamic IP address in Windows XP or Windows 2000

Residential gateways and broadband routers automatically assign IP addresses to the computers on their networks using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) technology. If you are using a DHCP-capable gateway or router you will not need to assign static IP addresses.

To configure your computer to obtain a dynamic IP address:

1From the Windows Desktop, click Start (in the lower left corner of your screen), then double-click Control Panel. The Control Panel screen opens.

2Double-clickNetwork Connections, right-clickLocal Area Connections, then click Properties. The Local Area Connection x Properties screen opens.

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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 Ethernet-based cable or DSL modem System requirements for configurationProduct components Network settings Setting up the routerStart UP and LOG To access the Web-based management utilityWeb-based management utility 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 routerHost Name To configure your router to obtain a dynamic IP addressConfiguring a Dynamic IP Address 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 LANLocal domain name. Optional To configure your Dhcp serverConfiguring Your Dhcp Server 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 run applications that require multiple connections To configure special applicationsConfiguring Special Applications To configure IP filters Enter the following settings, as appropriateTo block a text string To configure URL blockingConfiguring URL Blocking 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 ActionIP address of the computer to be in the DMZ To configure the DMZConfiguring 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 drivePing Test Click Reboot to restart the routerHackers. Click Enabled to block the WAN ping 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 LOGViewing Traffic Statistics Address Email AddressTo view traffic statistics To reset the system settings to factory defaults ResetHelp Click the Help tab. The Help screen opensTo use the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP Configuring your computersUsing 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 TroubleshootingTo use Ipconfig SpecificationsConfirm your computer’s IP configuration Technical Support WarrantyDisclaimer Legal noticesFCC Warning Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement