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Choose either to configure the system time manually or have it automatically configured by an
NTP server. You can also enable support for daylight savings time, if required for your location.
For more information on setting the system time, see
Step 2: Specify WAN settings
The Internet Connection page allows you to set up the router for the type of Internet connection
you have. Before setting up your connection type, have your account information from your ISP
ready.
The router supports five possible connection types. Your ISP can provide you with information
on the correct type for your Internet connection and the parameters that need to be configured.
Select one of the following Connection Types, enter supplementary information as directed by
the wizard, and then click Next to apply the settings. A description of each connection type
follows.
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DHCP: See
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Static IP Address: See
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PPPoE: See
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PPTP: See
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L2TP: See
Connection Type: DHCP
A dynamic connection type is the most common method used with cable modems. In most
cases, setting the connection type to DHCP is enough to complete the connection to your ISP. If
your ISP also assigns you a Host Name, enter it in the space provide. Do not use these
characters: ` " & ' # \
For more information on the WAN DHCP Connection Type, see
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Using the Wizard Setup
"Connection Type: DHCP" on page
"Connection Type: PPPoE" on page
"Connection Type: PPTP" on page
"Connection Type: L2TP" on page
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"System time settings" on page
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"Connection Type: Static IP Address" on page
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"DHCP IP address" on
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