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3.5.8 UPnP
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) is a distributed, open networking standard that uses
TCP/IP for simple peer-to-peer network connectivity between devices. An UPnP
device can dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities
and learn about other devices on the network. In turn, a device can leave a network
smoothly an automatically when it is no longer in use. UPnP broadcasts are only
allowed on the LAN.
How do I know if I'm using UPnP?
UPnP hardware is identified as an icon in the Network Connections folder (in Windows
XP & Windows ME). Each UPnP-compatible device that is installed on your network
will appear as a separate icon.
The UPnP settings can be viewed in the left navigation bar. The following are the
options available under UPnP, show as below.
Settings
3.5.8.1 Settings
To enable or disable the UPnP settings, click on the Settings link in the left navigation
bar, show as below.
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