Chapter 13 Using SYSTEM TOOLS menu
Chapter 13 Using SYSTEM TOOLS menu
13.1System Identity
If you have multiple Compex WP11A+s in your network, it will be useful if you define the respective Compex WP11A+ identities for ease of identification.
In some cases, your ISP may require you to define a System Name before you can access the Internet. The System Name is also used as a DHCP Client ID in negotiation with a DHCP Server for IP release. All these can be defined in the System Identity.
System Name
This parameter is used as a DHCP Client ID in negotiation with a DHCP Server for IP leased. Certain Cable ISPs, such as Optus@Home in Australia and Excite@Home in the United States, require DHCP Client ID to be authenticated first before leasing out an IP address.
Figure 13.1a System Identity Description
To do so,
1.Go to System Identity at the Command window.
2.Description on the System Name, System Contact (You may enter the contact person for the Gateway in this field) and System Location (If there are multiple Gateways in the network or building, you may enter a location to identify the Gateway.)
3.Press “Apply” button to effect the changes.
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