Linksys RTP300 manual How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?, What is a MAC Address?

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If DMZ Hosting is used, does the exposed user share the public IP with the Router? No.

Is the Router cross-platform compatible?

Any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Router.

How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?

Theoretically, the Router can establish 520 sessions at the same time, but you can only forward 10 ranges of ports.

Does the Router replace a modem? Is there a cable or DSL modem in the Router? No, this version of the Router must work in conjunction with a cable or DSL modem.

Which modems are compatible with the Router?

The Router is compatible with virtually any cable or DSL modem that supports Ethernet.

How can I check whether I have static or DHCP IP addresses?

Ask your ISP to find out.

How do I get mIRC to work with the Router?

Under the Applications & Gaming => Port Range Forwarding tab, set port forwarding to 113 for the PC on which you are using mIRC.

What is a MAC Address?

The Media Access Control (MAC) address is a unique number assigned by the manufacturer to any Ethernet networking device, such as a network adapter, that allows the network to identify it at the hardware level. For all practical purposes, this number is usually permanent. Unlike IP addresses, which can change every time a

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Contents Division of Cisco Systems, Inc Broadband RouterPage How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition 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 Networking Basics An Introduction to Local Area NetworksUse of IP Addresses 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 RouterSetup Access RestrictionsSecurity Administration Applications & GamingStatus Voice How to Access the Web-based UtilityObtain an IP automatically Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Setup Internet Connection TypeStatic IP Network Setup Optional SettingsPacket a unit of data sent over a network 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 MAC Address Access Restrictions Tab FilterFilter IP Address Range Filter Port RangeBlock WAN Requests Access Control Access Restrictions Tab Device Access ControlApplications & Gaming Tab Port Range Forwarding Port Range ForwardingPort Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port Triggering Port TriggeringTriggered Range Forwarded Range DMZ Applications & Gaming Tab DMZIP QoS Applications & Gaming Tab QoS20 QoS Create Rule UPnP Administration Tab ManagementRouter Password Local Router AccessLog Administration Tab LogFactory Defaults Administration Tab Factory DefaultsAdministration Tab Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test Information Status Tab RouterClick the Refresh button to update the on-screen information Local Network Status Tab Local NetworkStatus Tab Voice Line1 StatusLine2 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 To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higherFor Netscape 4.7 or higher My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Need to use port triggering Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet? Frequently Asked QuestionsHow do I make a phone call? Can I make calls if my Internet connection is down?Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? Where is the Router installed on the network?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? What is DMZ Hosting?Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? How can I check whether I have static or Dhcp IP addresses? What is a MAC Address?How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? Which modems are compatible with the Router?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 InstructionsAppendix C Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places 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