Chapter 9 - Network Info; Section 1: Operation & Status Overview - XiNCOM Twin WAN XC-DPG502 User Manual

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Chapter 9 – Network Info
Section 1: Operation & Status Overview
Once both the Twin WAN Gateway and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic.
However, there are certain situations where additional configuring for your network may
be required. (Refer to Chapter 3 - Advanced Setup for further details)
System Status
WAN Information
Connection Status – Displays the current status of each WAN port. (Connected
or Not connected)
Connection Type – This shows what connection type is used: DHCP, Fixed IP,
PPPoE, or PPTP.
Force Renew Button – This is only available when using a Dynamic IP address
(DHCP). Clicking this will perform a Renew transaction with the ISP's DHCP
server. This will extend the period for which the current WAN IP address is
allocated to you.
IP Address – This displays the IP address of the Twin WAN Gateway when seen
from the Internet. This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service
Provider).
Subnet Mask – This displays the Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP
Address above.
Domain Name IP Address – This displays the address of the current DNS
(Domain Name Server).
MAC Address – This displays the MAC (physical) address of the Twin WAN
Gateway when seen from the Internet.
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