Chapter 5 | Configuring the |
•Diagnostics. Use this screen to check the connection between the Router and a PC.
•Factory Default. If you want to restore the Router’s factory defaults, then use this screen.
•Firmware Upgrade. Click this tab if you want to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
•Reboot. Use this to restart the Router.
Status
•Router. This screen provides status information about the Router.
•Local Network. This provides status information about the local network.
•Wireless. Status information about the wireless network is displayed here.
•System Performance. Status information is provided for all network traffic.
•VPN Clients. This screen provides status information about the Router’s VPN clients.
How to Access the Web-based Utility
To access the
Address Bar of Web Browser
NOTE: The default IP address is 192.168.1.1. If the IP address has been changed using DHCP, enter the assigned IP address instead of the default.
Password Request
A password request page will appear. (Windows XP users will see a similar screen.) The first time you open the
After you log in, the
The utility’s tabs and screens are described below.
Setup
The Setup tab is used to access all of the Router’s basic setup functions.
Setup > Basic Settings
The first screen that appears is the Basic Setup tab. This tab allows you to change the Router’s general settings.
Setup > Basic Settings - Automatic Configuration - DHCP
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your Internet connection type. This information can be obtained from your ISP.
Internet Connection Type The Router supports six types of connections. Each Setup > Basic Settings screen and