NETGEAR WNDR4000, N750 user manual Domain Name and MAC Address Fields, Internet IP Address

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Telstra Bigpond. This setting is only for older cable modem service accounts that still require a Bigpond login utility. Telstra has discontinued this type of account. Those with Telstra DSL accounts and newer cable modem accounts should select No for Does your Internet connection require a login?.

Other. This is the default setting. It is for PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet), the protocol used by most DSL services worldwide.

•Login. The login name provided by your ISP. This is often an e-mail address.

•Password. The password provided by your ISP.

•Service Name. If your ISP provided a service name, enter it here.

•Connection Mode. Specify when the router will connect to and disconnect from the Internet.

Always On. The router logs in to the Internet immediately after booting and never disconnects.

Dial on Demand. The router logs in only when outgoing traffic is present and logs out after the idle time-out.

Manually Connect. The router logs in or logs out only when you click Connect or Disconnect in the Router Status screen.

•Idle Timeout. If you want to change the Internet login time-out, enter a new value in minutes. This determines how long the wireless router keeps the Internet connection active after there is no Internet activity from the LAN. Entering an Idle Timeout value of 0 (zero) means never log out.

•Internet IP Address

Get Dynamically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your ISP automatically assigns these addresses.

Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address that your ISP assigned. Also enter the IP subnet mask and the gateway IP address. The gateway is the ISP’s wireless router to which your wireless router will connect.

Domain Name and MAC Address Fields

•Domain Name Server (DNS) Address. The DNS server is used to look up site addresses based on their names.

Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers. Your ISP automatically assigns this address.

Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP does not automatically transmit DNS addresses to the wireless router during login, select this option, and enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

•Router MAC Address. The Ethernet MAC address that will be used by the wireless router on the Internet port. Some ISPs register the Ethernet MAC address of the network interface card in your computer when your account is first opened. They will then accept

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Contents N750 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4000 Trademarks Technical SupportStatement of Conditions Contents Content Filtering Settings Advanced Settings Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Hardware Features Unpack Your Wireless RouterFront Panel Icon Description Back Panel LabelPosition Your Router Router StandCable Your Router Disconnect the modem from your computerVerify the Cabling Connect the modem to the routerHardware Setup Set Up Your Internet Connection Replace an Existing Router Wireless Router Setup PreparationUse Standard TCP/IP Properties for Dhcp Gather ISP InformationLog In to the Router Upgrade Firmware Router InterfaceSetup Wizard Manual Setup Basic Settings ISP does not require login ISP does require login Internet Service ProviderDomain Name and MAC Address Fields Internet IP AddressChange Password Unsuccessful Internet ConnectionTo change the password Types of LoginsLog Out Manually Wireless Settings Turn Off Wireless Connectivity Wireless Security CompatibilityWireless Security Options Security BasicsAdd Clients Computers or Devices to Your Network Disable Ssid BroadcastRestrict Access by MAC Address Manual MethodWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method WPS Button MethodWireless Settings Screen Consider Every Device on Your NetworkView or Change Wireless Settings To view or change wireless settingsWireless Settings Screen Fields RegionSet Up WPA Security Option and Passphrase Wireless Guest NetworksTo set up a wireless guest network Wireless Settings Content Filtering Settings Logs Activation and Administration Examples of Log MessagesKeyword Blocking of Http Traffic Delete Keyword or DomainTo block access to Internet services Block ServicesSpecify a Trusted Computer Content Filtering Settings Set the Time Zone Schedule Services Turn On Security Event Email Notification Port Forwarding Service Add a Custom ServiceTo configure port forwarding to a local server Select Advanced Port Forwarding/Port TriggeringApplication Example Making a Local Web Server Public To add a custom serviceTo make a local Web server public To set up port triggering Port TriggeringClear the Disable Port Triggering check box Content Filtering Settings Network Maintenance Upgrade the Firmware Automatic Firmware CheckClear the Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in check box Manually Check for Firmware UpgradesTo turn off the automatic firmware check at login Stop the Automatic Firmware CheckManage the Configuration File Back UpView Router Status RestoreInternet Port Settings EraseLAN Port Local Ports Wireless PortShow Statistics Connection Status PortView Attached Devices USB Storage File-Sharing Scenarios USB Drive RequirementsShare Photos within Your Home Network USB Storage Basic Settings Share Large Files with FTP over the InternetBasic Settings Screen Fields and Buttons Edit a Network FolderUSB Storage Advanced Settings Access Method Unmount a USB Drive Create a Network FolderConnect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer Approved USB DevicesSelect the Allow only approved devices check box Select Maintenance Router Status Connect to the USB Drive with Microsoft Network SettingsAccess the Modem Router’s USB Drive Remotely with FTP Locate the Internet Port IP AddressConfiguring Windows 98SE and Windows ME Advanced Settings WAN Setup Default DMZ Server To assign a computer or server to be a default DMZ serverSelect the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box To set up Dynamic DNSDynamic DNS To change the LAN settings LAN SetupLAN IP address To reserve an IP address LAN Setup Screen SettingsIP Address Reservation To edit or delete a reserved address entryQuality of Service QoS QoS for Internet AccessAdvanced Wireless Settings To view or change advanced wireless settingsWPS Settings Wireless Advanced Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHzWireless Card Access List Remote Management Access To configure your router for remote management Select the Turn Remote Management On check boxStatic Routes Static Route ExampleAdd a Static Route Universal Plug and Play IPv6 Traffic MeterTo monitor traffic on your wireless router Advanced USB Settings Wireless Bridging and Repeating NetworksAdvanced Settings Set Up a Repeater with Wireless Client Association To set up a repeater with wireless client associationAdvanced Settings Troubleshooting Quick Tips Power LEDWireless Settings Sequence to Restart Your NetworkPower LED Is Off or Blinking Troubleshooting with the LEDsNetwork Settings LEDs Never Turn OffWireless LED Is Off Cannot Log In to the Wireless RouterInternet or Ethernet Port LEDs Are Off Cannot Access the Internet To check the WAN IP addressChanges Not Saved Incorrect Date or TimeRestoring the Factory Settings and Password Wireless ConnectivityWireless Signal Strength Factory Settings Feature Default BehaviorDMZ Technical Specifications WNDR4000 Router SpecificationsRegulatory Compliance Information Netgear Dual Band WirelessEurope EU Declaration of Conformity 1999/5/ΕΚ FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States FCC Information to UserImportant Note Radiation Exposure Statement FCC CautionIndustry Canada AvertissementIndex Index TCP/IP Wireless security 26 wireless security options
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