Chapter 4

Advanced Configuration

be sent out, probably use incorrect settings,” will be displayed.

Setup Tab > Network

The Network screen shows all of the Router’s basic setup functions. The Router can be used in most network setups without changing any of the default values; however, you may need to enter additional information in order to connect to the Internet through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or broadband (DSL or cable) carrier. The setup information is provided by your ISP.

Setup > Network

Network

Host Name and Domain Name  Enter a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, you can leave these fields blank.

LAN Setting

The LAN MAC address of the Router is displayed.

Device IP Address and Subnet Mask  The default values are 192.168.1.1 for the Router’s local IP address and 255.255.255.0 for the subnet mask.

Multiple Subnet  You can add more Class C networks to expand the network. Select this option to enable the Multiple Subnet feature. Then click Add/Edit to create or modify subnet(s). A new screen appears.

Create or Modify a Subnet

LAN IP Address  Enter the LAN IP address. Subnet Mask  Enter the subnet mask.

For example, the current LAN settings show the Device IP Address as 192.168.1.1 and the Subnet Mask as 255.255.255.0. To add one more Class C network, enter the following:

•• LAN IP Address  192.168.2.1

•• Subnet Mask  255.255.255.0

Click Add to List. Click Save Settings to save your changes, or click Cancel Changes to undo them. Click Exit to return to the Network screen.

Add One More Class C Network

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Cisco Systems RV042RF manual Setup Tab Network, LAN Setting