Philips SL400i manual Internet Connection Sharing, ICS configuration and usage issues

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Chapter 16 - Internet Connection Sharing

Before you press the INTERNET button for the first time, you need to make sure that the SL400i has Internet access. Either directly through a wireless base station, or indirectly through a PC with Internet access and router/gateway software (e.g. ICS from the Windows OS) installed and running.

If you connect (either wired or wireless) the SL400i to an existing network host with

Internet access:

Prefered solution:

If you have an existing home network with centrally shared broadband Internet access for all connected computers, you can connect the SL400i directly to your central network device: the router/gateway.That way, the SL400i can access the Internet just like your other computers and you do not need to install ICS to make Internet access available to your SL400i.

If you connect the SL400i (by wires or wireless) to a stand-alone or client PC with Internet access:

If you connect the Wireless USB adapter to a stand-alone or client PC with an existing broadband Internet connection, you will need to bridge - within that PC - the wireless or wired connection that connects to the SL400i, to the existing network adapter that connects to the Internet.You do this by enabling Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) from your Microsoft®Windows® operating system for that PC.This makes the PC share its existing broadband Internet connection with the SL400i.

ICS configuration and usage issues

ICS is intended for use in small networks in which the network configuration and the Internet connection are managed by the Windows-based computer on which the shared connection resides (the ‘host’ computer). It is assumed that on its network, this computer is the only Internet connection, it is the only gateway to the Internet, and that it sets up all internal network addresses (this means it is the DHCP server for the network).

If a network has a central host computer or router that acts as a DHCP server, this server automatically allocates IP addresses, netmasks, and the gateway address to all DHCP client computers and devices in the network.

Important notes:

–Only Microsoft Windows98 SE (Second Edition) or higher provides ICS, other operating systems are not supported.You may try to use other router/gateway software at your own discretion.

–You should only install Internet Connection Sharing on the computer that you use to connect to the Internet.

–The host computer must remain switched on during Internet access sharing.

–ICS is router/gateway software with Dynamic Host Control Protocol server (DHCP) functionality. The ICS host computer must be the only DHCP server on the network.

Before installing ICS, first disable any DHCP services that are provided on the network (e.g. by a hardware router/gateway or base station).

Refer to the router/gateway manufacturer's instructions on how to disable its DHCP services.

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Contents Wifi Wireless Multimedia Link Front view Rear view SL 400i/05 European RegulationsSL 400i/00 SL 400i/19SL400i Packaging contentsIntroduction This is what this manual will help you to doRear view Front viewConnects the SL400i to your TV set Index IntroductionImportant information Safety PrecautionsIf appropriate at hand Start by installing Philips Media Manager Installing the softwareDouble-clicking the icon opens the Media Manager window Option B If you already have a wireless computer network Connecting the SL400iYour PC or wired network If you do not have a wireless computer network Option a InstallingInstall the Wireless USB Adapter included in the box Have fun Wireless Network Name Ssid If you already have a wireless computer network Option BEncryption key English Have fun If you want to make a wired connection Option C Important only use CAT.5 shielded Ethernet cable STPEnglish Have fun Enabling broadband Internet entertainment InternetRegistration for free Internet services Pressing the Internet button for the first timeHave fun Internet Using the SL400iPC Link This is the basic way of navigating through all the menus Basic navigationTo go back to a previous menu, press Environmental information Upgradeability TrademarksAdditional information DisclaimerProblem solving Audio/video problems Problem Possible causeProblem Possible cause Solution PC / Network problems Problem Possible causeProblem Possible cause Accesses the SL400i settings Remote ControlRemote control buttons Selects one of the available usersPlacing batteries Using the remote controlDegree angles to either side Direct number key entry Entering or editing numeric and text informationNavigation keys SMS TEXT-style keysNavigation view Jump To number keys on the remote controlAdvanced navigation and advanced SL400i functions Smart NavigationPlay View For moviesFor photos For musicAdvanced Philips Media Manager uses About ‘My.Philips.com’Overview of SL400i connections AudioOptions menu Main Menu System MenuPicture Menu TV ShapeNetwork menu This should be a valid IP Address, like Static IP settingsComputer that provides Internet Connection Sharing See DNSPreferences menu Parental Level DisclaimerWhat you need to know about networks Already built-inAlso known as Direct connection network max. two PCs Wired Network with More than TWO PCsWireless Network with More than TWO PCs Also known as ad-hoc / peer-to-peerSecuring your wireless network Advanced wireless network informationWhat are wireless network connections? Securing your network from Internet accessDOs and DONTs of securing your wireless network DontSetting the encryption key for the SL400i Entering an encryption keySetting the encryption key for your Wireless USB Adapter Enter the same encryption key for the Wireless USB AdapterICS configuration and usage issues Internet Connection SharingEnabling Internet Connection Sharing ICS Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows XPEnabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows 98SE Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows Me Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows Advanced Network Problem solving Movies will not playFor Windows 98SE / Windows Me Check your computers IP configuration as followsFor Windows XP / Windows Most popular type of wired home network Streaming Streamium Vertical position Advanced TV SettingWireless Base Station wireless gateway router GlossaryTechnical specifications JPEG, BMP, GIFSerial nr
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