Dynamic Dns - D-Link DIR-835 User Manual

Section 3 - Configuration
The DDNS feature allows you to host a server (Web, FTP, Game Server, etc...) using a domain name that you have purchased
(www.whateveryournameis.com) with your dynamically assigned IP address. Most broadband Internet Service Providers assign
dynamic (changing) IP addresses. Using a DDNS service provider, your friends can enter in your domain name to connect to
your server no matter what your IP address is.
Enable Dynamic Domain Name System is a method of

Dynamic DNS:

keeping a domain name linked to a changing IP
Address. Check the box to enable DDNS.
Server Choose your DDNS provider from the drop down
Address: menu.
Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with
your DDNS service provider.
Username or Enter the Username for your DDNS account.
Key:
Password or Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Key:
Timeout: Enter a time (in hours).
Status: Displays the current connection status.
DDNS.for.IPv6.Hosts
Enable: Check the box to enable DDNS for IPv6 Hosts.
IPv6
Enter the IPv6 address of your computer/server
Address:
in your local network. You can click the << button
and select a computer/server from the drop-down
list.
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