Chapter 2
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Network setup
Parameter
Default
Gateway
Configuration Source
DNS server
Link Configuration
Description
Subnets are specified by a subnet mask. This mask determines which of the HP
Note It is recommended that the HP
A node on a network that serves as an entrance to another network. A node in this instance can be a computer or some other device.
Note The address of the default gateway is assigned by the installation software, unless you have already set a manual ip address.
The protocol used to assign the IP address to the HP
●AutoIP: The installation software automatically determines the configuration parameters.
●DHCP: The configuration parameters are supplied by a dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server on the network. On small networks, this could be a router.
●Manual: The configuration parameters are set manually, such as a static IP address.
●Not Specified: The mode used when the HP
The IP address of the domain name service (DNS) for the network. When you use the web or send an
●IP Address: The IP address of the domain name server.
●Not Specified: The IP address is not specified, or the device is initializing.
Note Check to see if a DNS IP address appears on the network configuration page. If no address is shown, obtain the DNS IP address from your Internet service provider (ISP).
The speed at which data is transmitted over a network. Speeds include
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