DSL-500T ADSL Router User’s Guide
Configure Connection 1 for Static IP for WAN
Static is used whenever a known static IP is assigned. The accompanying information such as the Subnet mask and the gateway should also be specified in order to be able to connect. Up to three Domain Name Server (DNS) addresses can also be specified. These are the servers would enable you to have access to other web servers. Valid IP addresses range from 1.0.0.1 to 253.255.255.254.
Figure 3-8. Setup – Configure Connection 1 for Static IP for the WAN
To configure the WAN connection for Static, perform the steps listed below. Some of the settings do not need to be changed the first time the device is set up, but can be changed later if you choose.
1.Click the Connection 1 button under WAN Setup to view the default PPPoA Connection Setup configuration menu.
2.Select Static from the Type:
3.Type in a Name: in the space provided (conn_1_Static_8_35 is used in the above example).
4.If you are told to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values given to you by your service provider. Many users will be able to use the default settings.
5.Leave the default QoS values if you are unsure or the ISP did not provide this information.
6.Do not change the PCR or SCR values unless you are required to do so. If you are told to change these, type in the values given to you by your service provider.
7.The Encapsulation values LLC (SNAP) and VC (MUX) are two different methods of encapsulating the PPP packet. Contact your ISP to make sure which encapsulation is being supported.
8.Based on the information provided by your ISP, enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway (if provided), and Domain Name Services (DNS) values (if provided).
9.Select the desired Mode, Bridged or Routed.
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