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Chapter 5: Configuring the Router
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
connection. If the connection is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to
Keep Alive
. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
When you are finished, click the
Save Settings
button. Then click the
Status
tab, and click the
Connect
button to start the connection.
Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.
Host Name and Domain Name
. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some
ISPs require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your broadband
Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will
work.
MTU
. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for network
transmission. Select
Enable
and enter the value desired. It is recommended that you leave this value in the 1200
to 1500 range. For most DSL users, it is recommended to use the value 1492. By default, MTU is set at 1500
when disabled.
Network Setup
The Network Setup section allows you to change the Router’s local network settings.
Router IP
The values for the Router’s Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. In most cases, keeping the
default values will work.
packet
: a unit of data sent over a network
Summary of Contents for RT31P2 - Broadband Router
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Page 86: ...Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 80 Appendix F Warranty Information ...
Page 88: ...Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports 82 Appendix G Regulatory Information ...
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