PC Configuration

Linux Clients

To access the Internet via the Wireless Router, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Router as the “Gateway”.

Ensure you are logged in as “root” before attempting any changes.

Fixed IP Address

By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.

Set your “Default Gateway” to the IP Address of the Wireless Router.

Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.

To act as a DHCP Client (recommended)

The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X -windows shell.

1.Start your X Windows client.

2.Select Control Panel the Network.

3.Select Interface for your Network card. Normally, this will be called eth0.

4.Click Edit, set the “protocol” to “DHCP”, and save this data.

5.To apply your changes:

Use the “Deactivate” and “Activate” buttons, if available.

OR, restart your system.

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