Linksys E2000
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 you are connecting 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
PPPoE
Some
Internet Connection Type > PPPoE
Username and Password Enter the Username and Password provided by your ISP..
Chapter 3: Advanced Configuration
Service Name (optional) If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name..
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
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
PPTP
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
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