Setup Tab - Network; Figure 6-5: Setup Tab - Linksys RV082 User Manual

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Setup Tab - Network

The Setup screen contains all of the router's basic setup functions. See Figure 6-5. The device can be used in
most network settings without changing any of the default values. Some users may need to enter additional
information in order to connect to the Internet through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or broadband (DSL, cable
modem) carrier.
Network
Host Name & Domain Name: Enter a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs may require these names
as identification, and these settings can be obtained from your ISP. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will
work.
LAN Setting
This is the Router's LAN IP Address and Subnet Mask. The default value is 192.168.1.1 for IP address and
255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask.
Dual-WAN / DMZ Setting
Before choosing the WAN Connection Type, please choose the Dual-WAN / DMZ Setting first.
DMZ

Figure 6-5: Setup Tab

In order to allow such services, the Router comes with a special DMZ port which is used for setting up public
servers. The DMZ port sits between the local network ports and the Internet port. Servers on the DMZ are publicly
accessible, but they are protected from attacks such as SYN Flooding and Ping of Death. Use of the DMZ port is
optional; it may be left unconnected.
Using the DMZ is preferred and, if practical, a strongly recommended alternative to Public LAN Servers or putting
these servers on the WAN port where they are not protected and not accessible by users on the LAN.
Each of the servers on the DMZ will need a unique, public Internet IP address. The ISP used to connect the
network to the Internet should be able to provide these addresses, as well as information on setting up public
Internet servers. If you plan to use the DMZ Mode, contact your ISP for the Static IP information.
Specify DMZ IP Address: Enter the DMZ IP Address and Subnet Mask.
Click the Save Settings button to save the network settings or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your
changes.
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Setup Tab - Network