2.2.7 DNS

A Domain Name System (DNS) server is like an index of IP addresses and Web addresses. If you type a Web address into your browser, such as www.router.com, a DNS server will find that name in its index and the matching IP address. Most ISPs provide a DNS server for speed and convenience. If your Service Provider connects you to the Internet with dynamic IP settings, it is likely that the DNS server IP address is provided automatically. However, if there is a DNS server that you would rather use, you need to specify the IP address of that DNS server here.

Parameters

Description

 

 

Domain Name Server (DNS) Server

This is the ISP’s DNS server IP address that

 

they gave you; or you can specify your own

 

preferred DNS server IP address

Secondary DNS Address (optional)

This is optional. You can enter another DNS

 

server’s IP address as a backup. The secondary

 

DNS will be used should the above DNS fail.

Click <Apply> at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other advance sections or start using the router (with the advance settings in place)

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Topcom WBR 7101GMR manual Parameters Description Domain Name Server DNS Server, Secondary DNS Address optional