6500 Series Residential Gateway User’s Guide | Configuring Advanced Features |
LAN/WAN Port
If your Gateway contains four Ethernet ports, Ethernet port #4 can be used as either a LAN (network) port or as a WAN (Internet connection) port. Select the appropriate option to define whether the port is used as a fourth local network port or as a connection for another broadband device.
Note: For configuration of the port as a WAN port, you may be required to consult your Internet Service Provider for the appropriate settings.
To configure the LAN/WAN port:
1.Click the Configure the Local SpeedStream Gateway LAN/WAN Port hyperlink. This displays the “SpeedStream Gateway LAN/WAN Port” window.
2.Select one of the following options:
•LAN (Local Area Network)
Use the port as a connection to the network located in your home or premises.
•WAN (Wide Area Network)
Use the port as a connection to a large connected network such as the Internet that is spread over a large geographic area. If you select the WAN option, please contact your ISP for instructions on how to configure this option.
3.Click Apply.
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