Linksys E2100L manual Automatic Configuration Dhcp, Static IP, PPPoE, Minutes

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Automatic Configuration - DHCP

The default Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol).. Keep the default only if your ISP supports DHCP or if you connect using a dynamic IP Address.. (This option usually applies to cable connections..)

Internet Connection Type > Automatic Configuration - DHCP

Static IP

If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP..

Internet Connection Type > Static IP

Internet IP Address  This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet.. Your ISP will provide you with the IP address you need to enter here..

Subnet Mask  This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP).. Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask..

Default Gateway  Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address..

DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address..

PPPoE

Some DSL-based ISPs use Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) to establish Internet connections.. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE.. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE..

Internet Connection Type > PPPoE

Username and Password  Enter the Username and Password provided by your ISP..

Service Name (optional)  If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name..

Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time  You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time).. If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again.. To use this option, select Connect on Demand.. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to elapse before your Internet connection terminates.. The default is

5minutes..

Keep Alive: Redial Period  If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection.. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection.. To use this option, select Keep Alive.. In the Redial Period field, specify how often the Router should check the Internet connection.. The default is 30 seconds..

PPTP

Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only..

Internet Connection Type > PPTP

If your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address, then select Obtain an IP Address Automatically.. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Specify an IP Address.. Then configure the following:

Specify an IP Address  This is the Router’s IP address, as seen from the Internet.. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here..

Subnet Mask  This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP).. Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask..

Default Gateway  Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway address, which is the ISP server’s IP address..

DNS 1-3 Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP address..

PPTP Server IP Address  Your ISP will provide you with the IP address of the PPTP server..

Advanced Wireless-N Router

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Contents User Guide Contents Appendix F Software End User License Agreement Appendix C Specifications Appendix D Warranty InformationSafety Notices Avis d’Industrie Canada Wireless DisclaimerProduct Overview TopBack Horizontal Placement Wall-Mounting PlacementBottom Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive InstallationTo install the Router Attach the antennas to the Router Cisco ConnectConnection steps are displayed Plug the power adapter into an electrical outletGuest Access versus Local Access Diagram Local Access versus Guest AccessInstallation is complete.. Click OK When Cisco Connect starts up, the main menu appearsMain Menu Computers and Devices Main Menu Guest AccessMain Menu Router Settings Computers and Other DevicesAfter your device connects, click Next Create or Update the Easy Setup KeyPlease wait while settings are copied to the Easy Setup Key Connect ManuallyWireless Printer Guest AccessPersonalize Router SettingsEasy Setup Key Change Router Name or PasswordHow to Access Cisco Connect How to Exit Cisco ConnectInternet Setup Advanced ConfigurationHow to Access the Browser-Based Utility Setup Basic SetupMinutes Automatic Configuration DhcpStatic IP PPPoETelstra Cable Optional SettingsDhcp Reservation Network SetupDhcp Server Settings Router IPTime Settings Ddns ServiceDynDNS..org Advanced Routing Setup MAC Address CloneSetup Advanced Routing MAC Address CloneWireless Basic Wireless Settings Manual SetupRouting Table Wi-Fi Protected Setup Office Option Wireless Wireless SecuritySecurity Mode Personal OptionsWEP Advanced Wireless Wireless Wireless MAC FilterWireless Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless MAC FilterLinksys E2100L Web Filters Security FirewallSecurity VPN Passthrough FirewallFormat Disk Storage DiskDisk Management Shared FolderClaim Disk Create a Shared FolderUPnP Media Server SetupStorage Media Server Edit a Shared FolderFTP Server Database SetupStorage FTP Server Add a Media FolderAccess Create an FTP FolderFTP Summary After you clicked Edit, the FTP Folder screen appears Storage AdministrationEdit an FTP Folder InformationCreate or Edit a User Account Group ManagementUser Management Create or Edit a Group AccountAccess Restrictions Internet Access Internet Access PolicySummary Single Port Forwarding Applications and Gaming Single Port ForwardingPort Range Triggering Applications and Gaming Port Range ForwardingApplications & Gaming Port Range Triggering Port Range ForwardingQoS Quality of Service Applications and Gaming DMZApplications and Gaming QoS Add a New Game CategoryApplications Online GamesAdministration Management SummaryManagement Log Administration LogPing Test Administration DiagnosticsDiagnostics Traceroute TestAdministration Factory Defaults Administration Firmware UpgradeStatus Router Status Local Network Status Wireless NetworkConnect the USB storage device directly to your computer Appendix a TroubleshootingClick the Connections tab Click OKClick the Exceptions tab Overview Appendix B How to Install and Access USB StorageInstall the USB Storage Device Access the USB Storage DeviceMap a Drive Click Finish Access the Mapped DriveDouble-click the mapped drive to access it Windows VistaOn your desktop, double-click the Network icon Windows XP Create a Shared Folder, On your desktop, double-click the My Computer iconMap a Drive Mac OS From your desktop, select Go NetworkDouble-click the server name Click Connect As Click Accounts Add to Startup Login ItemsDisplay the Shared Folder on the Desktop Go to the Apple menu and select System PreferencesClick the Storage tab Click the Disk tab Advanced Configuration Advanced Users OnlyAccess the Browser-Based Utility Drag the shared folder to the Login Items windowCreate a User Group Account Click the Storage tab Click the Administration tabCreate a User Account Appendix C Specifications A, Canada, Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand Appendix D Warranty InformationObtaining Warranty Service Appendix E Regulatory Information Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil Wireless DisclaimerSchedule Cisco Software License Agreement Appendix F Software End User License AgreementCisco Products Software LicensesAdvanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Version 2, June Schedule Open Source and Third Party LicensesSchedule 2-A PreambleAdvanced Wireless-N Router No Warranty Version 2..1, February Schedule 2-BAdvanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router Advanced Wireless-N Router END of Terms and Conditions END of Schedule 2-B Schedule 2-C OpenSSL LicenseOriginal SSLeay License END of Schedule 2-C 10012110NC-JL