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Chapter 2: Initial setup
Making connections
Preparation
If you intend to use the router to connect your network to the Internet, you need a broadband Internet connection (DSL or cable). You also need the following information and equipment:
■A host computer (initially connected to router to enter configuration information) that has a network interface card.
■An
■A DSL or cable modem (purchased or provided by your ISP)
■Host computer’s IP address (assigned by your ISP, if a static IP address is required)
■Subnet mask (assigned by your ISP, if a static IP address is required)
■Default gateway (assigned by your ISP, if a static IP address is required)
■Primary DNS IP address (assigned by your ISP, if a static IP address is required)
■Host computer’s name and workgroup (available through the Windows Control Panel under System information)
Connecting the hardware
To connect the hardware:
1 Turn off and unplug the host computer, the DSL or cable modem, and the router.
2 Using an
3 Using an
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