Your Home Server setup depends on your type of network. See the following flow chart to find out the one suitable for you.
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If you find any of the following questions uncertain, ask your Internet service provider for assistance or refer to the manual that came with your xDSL, cable or optical modem.
Internet connection from your personal computer
Do you use an xDSL, cable or optical modem?
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Can you use multiple network devices (IP addresses)?
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Do you use a network router?
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Will you still have sufficient IP addresses after you connect your Home Server to your network?
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Proceed to | A | Proceed to | B | Proceed to | C | Proceed to | D |
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