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DMZ
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DMZ
DMZ enables a specified host PC on the local network to access the
Internet without any firewall protection. Some Internet applications, such
as interactive games or videoconferencing, may not function properly
behind the router's firewall. By specifying a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) host,
the PC's TCP ports are completely exposed to the Internet, allowing open
two-way communication. The host PC should be assigned a static IP
address.
Figure 40: DMZ Settings
The following items are displayed on this page:
◆
Enable DMZ
— Sets the DMZ status to enabled, but changes do not
take affect until the Apply changes button has been pressed and
changes are saved to the running configuration. (Default: disabled)
◆
DMZ Host IP Address
— Specifies an IP address on the local network
allowed unblocked access to the WAN.
