Static Wan Mode; Dhcp Wan Mode - D-Link DGL-4100 User Manual

Static WAN Mode

Used when your ISP provides you a set IP address that does not change. The IP information is
manually entered in your IP configuration settings.
Input the IP Address provided from your router configuration settings, ISP
IP Address:
or network administrator.
Input the Subnet mask provided from your router configuration settings, ISP
Subnet Mask:
or network administrator.
Input the Gateway address provided from your router configuration settings,
Default Gateway:
ISP or network administrator.

DHCP WAN Mode

A method of connection where the ISP assigns your IP address when your computer requests one
from the ISP's server. Some ISP's require you to make some settings on your side before your
computer can connect to the Internet.
Some ISP's may check your computer's HOST name. The HOST name
Host Name:
identifies your system to the ISP's server. This way they know your computer
is eligible to receive an IP address. In other words, they know that you are
paying for their service.
The Release button will release the current IP address of the router. The
DHCP Connection:
Renew button will request an IP address.
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Using the Configuration Interface
Basic > WAN > Static
Basic > WAN > DHCP
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