Setting Up Internet Access; Configuring Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp - CBN CH7486E User Manual

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Setting Up Internet Access

After installing the CH7486E, check that you can connect to the Internet. You can
retrieve an IP address for your computer's network interface using one of the
following options:
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Retrieve the statically defined IP address and DNS address
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Automatically retrieve the IP address using the Network DHCP server
The CBN CH7486E Wireless Gateway provides a DHCP server on its LAN. It is
recommended that you configure your LAN to obtain the IPs for the LAN and DNS
server automatically.
Make sure all computers on your LAN are configured for TCP/IP. After configuring
TCP/IP on your computer, you should verify the IP address.
Note: For UNIX or Linux systems, follow the instructions in the
applicable user documentation.

Configuring TCP/IP in Windows XP

1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Double-click Network Connections to list the Dial-up and LAN or High-Speed
Internet connections.
3. Right-click the network connection for your network interface.
4. Select Properties from the drop-down menu to display the Local Area
Connection Properties window. Be sure Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked.
5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties to display the Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window.
6. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address
automatically.
7. Click OK to save the TCP/IP settings and exit the TCP/IP Properties window.
Description
Turns on when AC power is connected to the CH7486E.
Indicates that the power is connected properly.
Flashes during CH7486E registration and configuration.
Changes to solid green when the CH7486E is registered
successfully and ready for Internet access
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