Internet Features
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)
This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address.
This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.
The Service works as follows:
1.You must register for the service at one of the listed DDNS Service providers.
2.After registration, follow the Service Provider's procedure to request a Domain Name, and have it allocated to you.
3.Enter your DDNS data on the
4.The
If the DDNS Service provides software to perform this "IP address update"; you should disable the "Update" function, or not use the software at all.
5.From the Internet, users will be able to connect to your Virtual Servers (or DMZ PC) using your Domain name, as shown on this screen.
Dynamic DNS Screen
Select Internet on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following:
Figure 30: DDNS Screen
Data - Dynamic DNS Screen
DDNS Service |
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DDNS Service | • You must register for the service at one of the listed Service |
| Providers. You can reach the Service provider's Web Site by se- |
| lecting them in the list and clicking the "Web Site" button. |
| • Apply for a Domain Name, and ensure it is allocated to you. |
| • Details of your DDNS account (Name, password, Domain name) |
| must then be entered and saved on this screen. |
| • This device will then automatically ensure that your current IP |
| Address is recorded by the DDNS Service Provider. (You do |
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