Reference Manual for the Model HR314 802.11a Hi-Speed Wireless Router
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Preparing Your Network
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All versions of UNIX or Linux include TCP/IP components. Follow the instructions provided
with your operating system or networking software to install TCP/IP on your computer..
In your TCP/IP network, each computer and the router must be assigned a unique IP addresses.
Each computer must also have other TCP/IP configuration information such as a subnet mask, a
domain name server (DNS) address, and a default gateway address. In most cases, you should
install TCP/IP so that the computer obtains its network configuration information automatically
from a DHCP server during bootup. For a detailed explanation of the meaning and purpose of
these configuration items, refer to “
Appendix B, “Networks, Routing, and Firewall Basics
.”
The HR314 is shipped preconfigured as a DHCP server. The router assigns the following TCP/IP
configuration information automatically when the computers are rebooted:
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PC, Macintosh, or workstation IP addresses—192.168.0.3 through 192.168.0.254
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Subnet mask—255.255.255.0
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Gateway address (the router)—192.168.0.1
These addresses are part of the IETF-designated private address range for use in private networks.
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and ME for TCP/IP Networking
As part of the PC preparation process, you need to manually install and configure TCP/IP on each
networked PC. Before starting, locate your Windows CD; you may need to insert it during the
TCP/IP installation process.
Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components
To install or verify the necessary components for IP networking:
1.
On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
2.
Double-click the Network icon.
