Linksys WRT51AB manual Automatic Configuration Dhcp, Setup

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Note: For added security, you should always change the password through the Password screen of the web-based utility.

To apply any of the settings you change on a page, click the Apply button. To cancel any changes you’ve entered on any page, click the Cancel button. To get additional information about any screen’s features, click the Help button.

Setup

The Setup screen is the first screen you see when you access the web-based utility. If you have already installed and set up the Router, you have already seen this screen and properly configured all of the screen’s values.

Firmware Version This shows the version and date of the firmware you are using. Future versions of the Router’s firmware will be posted and available for download on the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.

Host Name and Domain Name These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs, usually cable 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.

Configuration Type The Router supports four connection types: Automatic Configuration - DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, and PPTP. Each Setup screen and available features will differ depending on what kind of connection type you select.

Note: You can verify that the Internet configuration settings are cor- rect by successfully connecting to the Internet.

Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router

Automatic Configuration - DHCP

By default, the Router’s Configuration Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP, and it should be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.

To apply any of the settings you change on this page, click the Apply button. To cancel any changes you’ve entered on this page, click the Cancel button. To get more information about the features, click the Help button.

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Contents Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband Router Copyright & Trademarks Table of Contents Environmental 127 Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked QuestionsIntroduction Router’s Functions FeaturesIP Addresses What’s an IP Address?Dynamic IP Addresses Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol ServersRouter Setup Overview Router’s Front Panel LEDs Getting to Know the Dual-Band Wireless A+B Broadband RouterRouter’s Back Panel Proceed to Connect the Router LAN IndicatorsInternet Indicators Overview Wired Connection to a PCConnect the Router Wireless Connection to a PC Configure the PCsGo to Configure the Router’s Basic Settings Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCsConfiguring Windows 2000 PCs Configuring Windows XP PCs Configure the Router’s Basic Settings Enter the Default Gateway Automatic Configuration DhcpStatic or Fixed IP Address Enter the Internet IP AddressRouter’s Web-based Utility How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Automatic Configuration DhcpStatic IP Pptp 5GHz, 802.11a 5GHz, 802.11a WEP 4GHz, 802.11b WEP Status PasswordLAN Dhcp Help LogAdvanced Tabs 5GHz, 802.11a Advanced Wireless802.1x Configuration Radius Server Filters 11-20 , 21-30 , 31-40 , or 41-50 from Private MAC Filter To set up a filterPrivate IP Filter Port Forwarding Applications External Port TCP Protocol UDP ProtocolClick the Delete This Entry button RoutingDMZ Host MAC Address Clone Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingNeed to set a static IP address on a PC For Windows NTFor Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP For Windows XPWant to test my Internet connection TCP UDP Need to set up a server behind my RouterCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work Need to upgrade the firmware To start over, I need to set the Router to factory defaultFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Diag LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingClick the Advanced = Filters tab Frequently Asked QuestionsHow can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Does the Router support ICQ send file?What are the advanced features of the Router? What is DMZ Hosting?What is the Ieee 802.11a standard? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is ad-hoc mode? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is infrastructure mode? What is roaming?What is a MAC Address? What is WEP?How do I reset the Router? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Step One Pinging an IP Address Appendix B How to Ping Your ISP’s E-mail & Web AddressesBackground Appendix C Configuring Wireless SecurityStep Two Pinging for a Web Address WEP Encryption 802.1x AuthenticationFigure C-2 MD5 Authentication for Windows XPFigure C-5 Figure C-9 Digital Certificate InstallationFigure C-13 Click Install this certificateFigure C-18 TLS Authentication for Windows XPFigure C-21 For Windows 95, 98, and Me Figure C-25For Windows NT, 2000, and XP Figure D-3Appendix E Glossary 111 113 115 117 119 121 123 125 One 10/100 RJ-45 Port for Cable/DSL Modem Appendix F SpecificationsCategory 5 Ethernet Network Cable or better EnvironmentalSales Information Technical Support RMA Issues Fax Appendix G Warranty InformationAppendix H Contact Information Web site FTP siteCopyright 2002 Linksys, All Rights Reserved