F5D7234-4 v4 Wireless G Router User Manual Rev1
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Point-to-
Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
[European Countries Only]. Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP
protocol, a type of connection most common in European countries. This sets up
a direct connection to the ISP’s system. Type the information provided by your
ISP in the space provided. When you have finished, click “Apply Changes”. After
you apply the changes, the “Internet Status” indicator will read “connection OK” if
your Router is set up properly.
1. User ID
Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP User ID here.
2. Password
Provided by your ISP. Type in your password here.
3. PPTP Gateway
Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP gateway/service IP address here.
4. Idle Time Out
This feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP
when there is no activity for a specified period of time. For instance, entering
“10” into the minute field will cause the Router to disconnect from the Internet
after 10 minutes of no Internet activity. This option should be used if you pay
for your Internet service by the minute.
5. Get IP by DHCP
Select the method of getting your Internet IP address from your ISP server. It depends
on your ISP service type. Check this box if your ISP will automatically assign an IP
address for you. If you are not sure of this, please contact your ISP’s technical-
support hotline. If your ISP provided an IP address for you, enter the information in
the following fields.
a. IP Address
Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.
b. Subnet Mask
Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.
c. Default Gateway
Provided by your ISP. Enter the gateway address here.
Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra® BigPond/OptusNet
Cable User
Follow the on-screen steps and click “Apply Changes” to complete your setup.
Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings
