Linksys RT31P2 manual Network Address Server Settings Dhcp

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Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

Local IP Address. The default value is 192.168.15.1.

Subnet Mask. The default value is 255.255.255.0.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

These settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Unless you already have one, it is highly recommended that you leave the Router enabled as a DHCP server.

Local DHCP Server. DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to Disable. If you disable DHCP, remember to assign a static IP address to the Router.

Start IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the default IP address for the Router is 192.168.15.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.15. 2 or greater, but smaller than 192.168.15.254. The default Start IP Address is 192.168.15.100.

Number of Address (Optional). Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.

DHCP Address Range. The range of DHCP addresses is displayed here.

Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the Router with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased” this dynamic IP address. After the dynamic IP address has expired, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

dynamic ip address: a temporary IP address assigned by a DHCP server

22	Chapter 5: Configuring the Router
	The Setup Tab - Basic Setup

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Contents Broadband Router Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this GuideWord definition Table of Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsBack Panel Front Panel16 Security Tab VPN Passthrough Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Introduction What’s in this Guide? Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports An Introduction to Local Area Networks Networking BasicsUse of IP Addresses Networking Basics Getting to Know the Router Back PanelFront Panel Proceed to Connecting the Router Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Connecting the Router OverviewConnection Instructions Connect a PCConfiguring the Router SetupVoice SecurityApplications & Gaming Administration How to Access the Web-based UtilityStatus Setup Tab Basic Setup Internet SetupInternet Connection Type Obtain an IP automaticallyStatic IP PPPoERAS for SingTel PPPoEPptp Heart Beat Signal Heart Beat SignalNetwork Setup Optional SettingsRouter IP Packet a unit of data sent over a networkNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp Setup Tab Ddns Time SettingDynDNS.org TZO.comSetup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC CloneSetup Tab Advanced Routing Advanced Routing13 Routing Table Entry List Security Tab Filter Filter IP Address RangeFilter Port Range Filter MAC AddressBlock WAN Requests 15 Filtered MAC AddressSecurity Tab VPN Passthrough VPN PassthroughVoice Tab Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardingPort Range Forwarding Port RangePort Triggering Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggeringTriggered Range UPnP Forwarding Applications & Gaming Tab UPnP ForwardingForwarded Range Configuring the Router Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Applications & Gaming Tab DMZ DMZApplications & Gaming Tab QoS Application-based QoSPort-based QoS Specific Port# fieldsVoice QoS Administration Tab Management Router PasswordLocal Router Access Remote Router AccessBackup and Restore UPnPAdministration Tab Log LogAdministration Tab Firmware Upgrade Administration Tab Factory DefaultsFirmware the programming code that runs a networking device Status Tab Voice InformationLine1 Status Line2 StatusStatus Tab Router 31 Status Tab RouterStatus Tab Local Network Local NetworkAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFor Windows 98 and Millennium Need to set a static IP address on a PCFor Windows For Windows XPWant to test my Internet connection For Windows XP Configuring the Router for details Am not able to access the Router’s Web-based Utility Setup Need to set up a server behind my Router Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled TCPCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingFor Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher For Netscape 4.7 or higherBroadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Need to use port triggering Frequently Asked Questions How do I make a phone call?Can I make calls if my Internet connection is down? Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet?Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Router? Where is the Router installed on the network?Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports What is DMZ Hosting? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Router cross-platform compatible? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?Which modems are compatible with the Router? How can I check whether I have static or Dhcp IP addresses?Figure B-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based UtilityShared Resources Appendix C Windows HelpNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix C Windows Help Appendix D Glossary Appendix D Glossary Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Packet a unit of data sent over a network Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix E Specifications Two Standard Phone Ports, One Power PortAppendix E Specifications Appendix F Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix F Warranty Information Appendix G Regulatory Information FCC StatementAppendix G Regulatory Information Appendix H Contact Information Appendix H Contact Information