Dynamic Dns - D-Link DIR-840 User Manual

Section 5 - Maintenance
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 keeping a

Dynamic DNS:

domain name linked to a changing IP Address. Check the
box to enable DDNS.
Server Select your DDNS provider from the drop-down menu or
Address: enter the DDNS server address.
Host Name: Enter the Host Name that you registered with your DDNS
service provider.
Username or Enter the Username or key for your DDNS account.
Key:
Password or
Enter the Password or key for your DDNS account.
Key:
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