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Setup Tab - Network
The Setup screen contains all of the Router’s basic setup functions. These functions can be set from this screen but normally don’t need to be adjusted, as the Router has been designed to be used in most network settings without changing any of the default values. Some users, however, may need to enter additional information in order to connect to the Internet through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or broadband (DSL, cable modem) carrier.
Network
Host Name & Domain Name: Some ISPs may require a Host Name and Domain Name for identification, and can provide them to you. In most cases, though, leaving these fields blank will work.
LAN Setting
This is the Router’s LAN IP Address and Subnet Mask. The default value is 192.168.1.1 for IP address and 255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask.
Before choosing the WAN Connection Type, select between a
There are two different DMZ types: Subnet and Range. If you choose Subnet, enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask of the PC connected to the DMZ port; this DMZ must have a Static IP address. If Range is selected, the DMZ port and the WAN port will be in the same subnet. Enter the IP Range for the DMZ port.
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cable modem: a device that connects a computer to the cable television network, which in turn connects to the Internet
WAN Connection Type
Obtain an IP Automatically
If your ISP automatically assigns an IP Address, select Obtain an IP automatically. If you check the box for Use the Following DNS Server Addresses, enter a specific DNS Server IP Address. Multiple DNS IP Settings are common. In most cases, the first available DNS entry is used.
Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Router
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Obtain an IP Automatically
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Setup Tab - Network