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Chapter 5: Using The Router’s Web-based Utility
The Status Tab
Broadband Firewall Router with 4-Port Switch/VPN Endpoint
The Status Tab
When you click the Status tab, you will see the
Router
screen. It displays information about the Router and its
settings.
Router
Information
Firmware Version
. This displays the Router’s firmware number.
MAC Address
. The MAC Address of the Router’s Internet interface is displayed here.
Internet Connection
Login Type
. The type of your Internet connection is displayed here.
Internet IP Address
Your current IP address is shown here.
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway
. The Router’s Subnet Mask and Default Gateway addresses are
displayed here for DHCP and static IP connections.
DNS 1-3
. Shown here is the DNS (Domain Name System) IP address currently used by the Router.
Current Time
. As selected from the Setup tab, this will show the current time in your time zone.
DHCP Renew
. Click the
DHCP Renew
button to replace your Gateway’s current IP address with a new IP address.
DHCP Release
. Click the
DHCP Release
button to delete your Gateway’s current IP address.
Click the
Refresh
button to update the on-screen information.
Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Router