Ativa AWGR54 user manual Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings

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Alternate Setup Method

Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings

A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www.ativasupport.com” into IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router. The “Automatic from ISP” box (1) should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address. If you are using a static IP connection type, then you may need to enter a specific DNS address and secondary DNS address for your connection to work properly. If your connection type is dynamic or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address. Leave the “Automatic from ISP” box checked. To enter the DNS address settings, uncheck the “Automatic from ISP” box and enter your DNS entries in the spaces provided. Click “Apply Changes” (2) to save the settings.

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Contents Router Table of Contents Introduction Important Factors for Placement and Setup Wireless Router PlacementIntroduction Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceCordless Phones Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL US 1-866-91-ATIVA Product Features Works with Both PCs and Mac ComputersFront-Panel LED Display Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceIntegrated 10/100 4-Port Switch Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DhcpEasy Install Wizard Universal Plug-and-Play UPnP CompatibilityIntegrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point Product OverviewMAC Address Filtering Package Contents Easy Install Wizard Software System RequirementsSystem Requirements Power/Ready LED Wireless Network LEDWired Computer Status LEDs Knowing your RouterModem Status LED Internet LEDPower Jack Connections to Computers Wired Computer PortsConnection to Modem Modem Port Reset Button Resetting the RouterRestoring the Factory Defaults Modem Requirements Ethernet USBRun the Easy Install Wizard Software Connecting and Configuring your Router Examining SettingsWelcome Screen Progress ScreenSet up the Hardware Check the Connection Step Secure your NetworkConfigure the Router Checking InternetFinished Connecting and Configuring your Router Alternate Setup Method Connect your RouterSection Alternate Setup Method Logging into the RouterUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Logging out of the RouterQuick-Navigation Links Internet Status Indicator Login/Logout ButtonHome Button LAN Settings FeaturesInternet Settings Help ButtonStep Setting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address IP Address Subnet Mask ISP Gateway Address Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Your connection type is PPPoE ifPassword Service NameUser Name MTUSetting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC Address Cloning your MAC Address Entering a Specific MAC AddressUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Viewing the LAN SettingsUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN SettingsDhcp Server IP PoolLease Time Local Domain NameConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Viewing the Dhcp Client ListChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Wireless Mode Switch B Mode Only ModeWhen to use b only Mode Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode Switch Securing your Wi-FiNetwork WEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyBit WEP Encryption Keys WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access Sharing the Same Network KeysNetwork key= Using a Hexadecimal Key WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WPA Setup Changing the Wireless Security SettingsSetting WPA/WPA2 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Access Point Mode Configuring the Firewall Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerSetting Client IP Filters Setting MAC Address Filtering Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ WAN Ping Blocking Utilities Tab Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Updating the Firmware Searching for a New Version of FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Firmware update is complete Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time ZoneEnabling Remote Management Enabling/Disabling NAT Network Address Translation Enabling/Disabling UPnPEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS Manually Configuring Network Settings Recommended Web Browser Settings Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherRecommended Web Browser Settings Netscape Navigator 4.0 or HigherProblem SolutionTroubleshooting Easy Install Wizard cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting How do I extend the range of my wireless network? C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings AWGNA54, AWGUA54, AWGR54 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Supported Operating Systems Enabling WPA-PSK no server Technical Support FCC Statement AWGR54Information 103 Ativa Tech Support