XiNCOM Twin WAN XC-DPG502 User Manual page 21

Twin WAN Series – User Guide | v1
For Linux/Unix Clients
To access the Internet via the Twin WAN Gateway, it is only necessary to set the Twin
WAN Gateway as the Gateway and ensure your Name Server settings are correct. Make
sure you are logged in as root before attempting any changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most Linux installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using
a fixed IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.
• Set your Default Gateway to the IP Address of the Twin WAN Gateway.
• Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended):
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X-Windows shell.
1. Start your X Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel - Network
3. Select the Interface entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be
called eth0.
4. Click the Edit button, set the protocol to DHCP, and save this data.
5. To apply your changes use the Deactivate and Activate buttons, if
available OR restart your system.
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