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Figure 4 Assigning an IP Address to a bridge/router Port
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For additional information on Internet addresses and subnet masks, see Using Enterprise OS Software. After assigning an Internet address or addresses to the bridge/router or tunnel switch, go to Chapter 1 in Using Enterprise OS Software.
Obtaining an If you want to connect your TCP/IP network to the Internet, you must obtain a Internet Address unique address from the central authority, the InterNIC. This central authority
provides the following services:
■Registration Services
Assists in registering networks and domains, and assigns network numbers and other entities to the Internet community.
■Directory and Database Services
Maintains lists of FTP sites, various types of servers available on the Internet, white and yellow page directories, library catalogs, and data archives. For more information, phone (908)
■Information Services
Offers information about how to get connected to the Internet, pointers to network tools and resources, and seminars on various topics held in locations around the country. For more information, phone (800)
The Registration Service of the InterNIC assigns a globally unique network number, leaving responsibility for assigning a unique local host number to the network administrator.
To obtain a unique Internet address, contact the following organization:
Network Solutions
Attn: InterNIC Registration Services 505 Huntmar Park Drive Herndon, VA 22070
Network mail: HOSTMASTER@RS.INTERNIC.NET
For customers in Europe (including the former Soviet Union and the Middle East), contact the Reseaux IP European (RIPE) Network Coordination Center in the Netherlands using telephone number 3120592 5065.
All other customers abroad should contact Network Solutions at the telephone number given above for assistance in locating network providers in your region.
