Section 3 - Configuration
Manual Configuration
Dynamic (Cable)
My Internet Select Dynamic IP (DHCP) to obtain IP Address Connection: information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used
for Cable modem services.
Host Name: The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
Use Unicasting: Check the box if you are having problems obtaining an IP address from your ISP.
DNS Addresses: Enter the Primary DNS server IP address assigned by your ISP.
MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - you may need to change the MTU for optimal performance with your specific ISP. 1500 is the default MTU.
MAC Address: The default MAC Address is set to the Internet port’s physical interface MAC address on the Broadband Router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. You can use the Clone Your PC’s MAC Address button to replace the Internet port’s MAC address with the MAC address of your Ethernet card.
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