DSL-524T ADSL Router Manual
Step 2.2: Static IP Address
The following window is used to set the Static IP mode for the Router. A Static IP address is used whenever a known static IP is assigned. The accompanying information such as the Subnet mask, ISP Gateway Address and DNS servers should also be specified in order to be able to connect. These are the servers would enable you to have access to other web servers. Valid IP addresses range from 1.0.0.1 to 255.255.255.255.
To configure the connection for Static, perform the steps listed below. Some of the settings do not need to be changed the first time the device is set up, but can be changed later if you choose. After setting the values listed, click the Next button to go to Step 3 of the Configuration Wizard.
Figure 3-7. Set RFC2684 Bridged Static IP window
VPI/VCI
IP Address
Subnet Mask
ISP Gateway
Address
Primary DNS Address
Secondary DNS Address
Connection Type
If you are told to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values given to you by your service provider. Many users will be able to use the default settings.
Enter the IP address based on the information provided to you by your ISP.
Enter the Subnet Mask based on the information provided to you by your ISP.
Enter the Default Gateway based on the information provided to you by your ISP.
This entry is for the IP address of your primary domain name server, which should also be provided to you by your ISP. The router will first try the Primary DNS Address to resolve a website’s URL IP address. If this IP address fails, the router will then try the Secondary DNS Address.
The IP address of the secondary domain name server will be used to resolve a website’s URL IP address if the Primary DNS Address fails. The information in this field should also be provided by your ISP.
There are four Connection Types set in the router to be chosen by using the pull down menu and they are 1483 Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP
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