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button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter 0 in the Idle Timeout field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.

Keep Alive and Redial Period. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. The default Redial Period is 60 seconds.

When you are finished, click the Save Settings button. Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button to start the connection.

Optional Settings

Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.

Host Name and Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will work.

Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

Figure 5-5: PPPoE

NOTE: For DSL users, if you need to enable PPPoE support, remember to remove any PPPoE applications that are installed on your PCs.

MTU. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for network transmission. Select Auto to have the Router automatically select the MTU value, or select Manual and enter the value desired. It is recommended that you leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. For two Internet connection types, Obtain an IP automatically and Static IP, the MTU’s default value is 1500. For PPPoE, the MTU’s default value is 1492.

packet: a unit of data sent over a network.

Network Setup

The Network Setup section allows you to change the Router’s local network settings.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

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Contents Division of Cisco Systems, Inc Broadband RouterPage Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Table of Contents Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Back Panel 13 Access Restrictions Tab FilterBroadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Introduction What’s in this Guide? Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Use of IP Addresses Networking BasicsAn Introduction to Local Area Networks Networking Basics Back Panel Getting to Know the RouterFront Panel PowerOverview Connecting the RouterConnect the Power Connecting the Router to Your Existing Router Connect the Existing Router Placement Options Wall-Mount Option Overview Configuring the RouterSecurity SetupAccess Restrictions Status AdministrationApplications & Gaming Voice How to Access the Web-based UtilityInternet Setup Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Connection Type Obtain an IP automaticallyStatic IP Packet a unit of data sent over a network Network SetupOptional Settings Router IP Network Address Server Settings DhcpDdns Setup Tab DdnsTZO.com DynDNS.orgMAC Clone Setup Tab MAC Address CloneAdvanced Routing Setup Tab Advanced Routing10 Routing Table Entry List Web Filters Security Tab FirewallVPN Passthrough Security Tab VPN PassthroughFilter IP Address Range Access Restrictions Tab FilterFilter Port Range Filter MAC AddressBlock WAN Requests Access Control Access Restrictions Tab Device Access ControlPort Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardingPort Range Forwarding Triggered Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port TriggeringPort Triggering Forwarded Range DMZ Applications & Gaming Tab DMZIP QoS Applications & Gaming Tab QoS20 QoS Create Rule Router Password Administration Tab ManagementLocal Router Access UPnPLog Administration Tab LogFactory Defaults Administration Tab Factory DefaultsTraceroute Test Administration Tab DiagnosticsPing Test Information Status Tab RouterClick the Refresh button to update the on-screen information Local Network Status Tab Local NetworkLine2 Status Status Tab VoiceLine1 Status 31 Voice Tab Voice TabConfiguring the Router Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC For Windows 98 and MillenniumFor Windows XP For WindowsWant 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 TCP Application Start and End Protocol IP Address EnabledCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports For Netscape 4.7 or higher To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultFor Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Need to use port triggering How do I make a phone call? Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I make calls if my Internet connection is down? Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet?Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? Where is the Router installed on the network?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?What is DMZ Hosting? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? What is a MAC Address?Which modems are compatible with the Router? How can I check whether I have static or Dhcp IP addresses?How do I reset the Router? Windows 98 or Me Instructions Figure B-1 IP Configuration ScreenFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Windows 2000 or XP InstructionsNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix C Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix C Windows Help Appendix D Glossary Appendix D Glossary Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix E Specifications Storage Humidity Warranty Year LimitedLimited Warranty Appendix F Warranty InformationAppendix F Warranty Information FCC Statement Appendix G Regulatory InformationIndustry Canada Statement Appendix H Contact Information Appendix H Contact Information