Chapter 4: Setting Up for Configuration

Obtaining a Dynamic IP Address for the PC

When DHCP is enabled, the modem can provide an IP address dynamically to devices on the LAN. If you enabled DHCP when you set up the modem in “Using the RS-232 management Port for Set Up” on page 24, ensure that the TCP/IP configuration for your PC and other devices on the LAN is set to automatically obtain the IP address from the modem.

See the example below for setting up the PC to obtain an address when using Microsoft Windows® 95. If you use an application other than Windows 95, refer to the appropriate operating system user documentation.

1Open the Control Panel window and double-click on the Network icon shown at right.

2In the Network dialog (shown below), double-click TCP/IP under the

Configuration tab (or highlight TCP/IP then click Properties).

3On the IP Address tab, select Obtain an IP address automatically, then click OK.

4Restart the PC to effect the new settings.

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