2. Select the Settings tab:
Figure 47-61: Editing Network Connection - Settings Tab
• Network: select whether the parameters you are configuring relate to a WAN,
LAN or DMZ connection.
• Physical Address: physical address of the network card used for your network.
Some cards allow you to change this address.
• Speed: select the transmission speed of the network interface (10Base-T,
100Base-T, 1000Base-T, or autonegotiation).
Note: This is applicable only to the WAN Ethernet port.
• Duplex: select the duplex mode (half-duplex, full-duplex, or autonegotiation).
Note: This is applicable only to the WAN Ethernet port.
• MTU: Maximum Transmission Unit - specifies the largest packet size permitted
for Internet transmission. By default ('Automatic'), the device selects the best
MTU for your Internet connection. Select Automatic by DHCP to have the DHCP
determine the MTU. If you select Manual, it is recommended to enter a value in
the 1200 to 1500 range.
• Internet Protocol: select one of the following Internet protocol options from the
'Internet
♦ No IP Address - select this option if you require that your device have no IP
address. This can be useful if you are working in an environment where you
are not connected to other networks, such as the Internet.
♦ Obtain an IP Address Automatically - your connection is configured by
default to act as a DHCP client. You should keep this configuration in case
your service provider supports DHCP, or if you are connecting using a
dynamic IP address. The server that assigns the device with an IP address,
also assigns a subnet mask. You can override the dynamically assigned
subnet mask by selecting the 'Override Subnet Mask' check box and
specifying your own mask instead. You can click the Release button to
release the current leased IP address. Once the address has been released,
the button text changes to Renew. Use this button to renew the leased IP
address.
♦ Use the Following IP Address - your connection can be configured using a
permanent (static) IP address. Your service provider should provide you with
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