11
Figure 9: Fixed or Dynamic IP Selection
•
Fixed IP Address
is recommended, and can always be used.
•
Dynamic IP Address
can only be used if your LAN has a DCHP Server.
•
PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet)
is the most common login method, widely used with
DSL modems.
Click
Next
to continue.
6. If you chose
Fixed IP Address
, the following
TCP/IP Settings
screen will be displayed.
Figure 10: TCP/IP Settings
•
Enter an unused
IP Address
from within the address range used on your LAN.
•
The
Subnet Mask
and
Default Gateway
fields must match the values used by PCs on
your LAN.
•
The
Primary DNS
address is required in order to use the E-mail alert or Dynamic
DNS features. Enter the DNS (Domain Name Server) address recommended by your
ISP.
•
The
Secondary DNS
is optional. If provided, it will be used if the Primary DNS is
unavailable.