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EtherFast Cable/DSL Router with 8-Port Switch
Note: If you have previously enabled
To disable your Internet sharing software:
•If you are running Netscape Navigator, click Edit >> Preferences >> Advanced >> Proxies. Click Direct Connection to the Internet.
•If you are running Internet Explorer 5.x or higher, click Start >> Settings >> Control Panel >> Internet Options >> Connections >> LAN Settings. Remove checkmarks from all three boxes. Click the OK button to continue.
Also, you must disable any Internet
Obtain an IP Automatically or DHCP
If your ISP says that you are connecting through DHCP or a dynamic IP address from your ISP, perform these steps:
ASelect Obtain an IP automatically as the Internet Connection Type, as shown in Figure
BClick the Save Settings button to save this change, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your change. For further help on this tab, click the Help button. When you are finished, proceed to step 4.
Static IP
If your ISP says that you are connecting through a static or fixed IP address from your ISP, perform these steps:
ASelect Static IP as the Internet Connection Type, as shown in Figure
BEnter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway.
CEnter the DNS in the Primary DNS and/or Secondary DNS fields. You need to enter at least one DNS address.
DClick the Save Settings button to save this change, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your change. For further help on this tab, click the Help button. When you are finished, proceed to step 4.
Chapter 6: Configuring the Router
Figure 6-3: Obtain an IP Automatically for
Basic Setup
Figure 6-4: Static IP for Basic Setup
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