Cisco RV180 User Manual

WAN Configuration on RV180 AND RV180W
Objectives
This document explains how to configure the IPv4 WAN(Internet) for use with a Static IP on
the RV180 and RV180W.
Static IP is for use with internet providers who assign the user a permanent IP address.
Using a static IP is less secure because the IP address is always the same, however it is
more dependable for some services. Such as Voice over Internet Protocol(VOIP) or if you
using the computer for a server.
Applicable Devices
• RV180
• RV180W
Steps of Procedure
Step 1. Use the router configuration utility to choose Networking > WAN(Internet) > IPv4
WAN (internet). The IPv4 WAN (internet) page opens.
Step 2. Choose the Static IP option from the Internet Connection Type drop-down menu.

Cisco RV180 Specifications

General

WAN Ports	1
LAN Ports	4
VPN Support	Yes
Wireless Support	No
Firewall	Yes
Device Type	VPN Router
VPN Tunnels	10
Authentication	MD5, SHA1
Power Supply	12V DC, 1A
Encryption	3DES, AES
VPN Protocols	IPSec
Operating Temperature	0 to 40 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 to 70 °C
Humidity	10% to 85% non-condensing
Dimensions	130 x 130 x 35 mm
Weight	0.28 kg

Summary

Static IP WAN Configuration

Static IP Address and Gateway Settings

Configure IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Servers for static IP connection.

MTU Configuration for Static IP

Set MTU Type to Default or Custom and specify MTU Size in bytes.

MAC Address Source Selection

Select MAC Address Source: Default, This Computer's, or specific MAC.

PPPoE WAN Configuration

PPPoE Profile Selection

Choose a PPPoE Profile Name from the drop-down menu for connection setup.

MTU Settings for PPPoE

Select MTU Type (Default/Custom) and enter MTU Size in bytes for PPPoE.

MAC Address Source for PPPoE

Choose MAC Address Source: Default, This Computer's, or specific MAC.

PPTP WAN Configuration

PPTP Credentials and Connection Settings

Enter PPTP credentials, configure MPPE Encryption and Connection Type.

PPTP IP Addresses

Enter My IP Address and Server IP Address provided by the ISP for PPTP.

MTU Configuration for PPTP

Select MTU Type (Default/Custom) and enter MTU Size in bytes for PPTP.

MAC Address Source for PPTP

Choose MAC Address Source: Default, This Computer's, or specific MAC.

L2TP WAN Configuration

L2TP Credentials and Secret

Enter L2TP Username, Password, and optional Secret for server login.

L2TP Connection Type and Idle Time

Configure L2TP Connection Type (Keep Connected/Idle Time) and Idle Time.

L2TP IP Addresses

Enter My IP Address and Server IP Address provided by the ISP for L2TP.

MTU Configuration for L2TP

Select MTU Type (Default/Custom) and enter MTU Size in bytes for L2TP.

MAC Address Source for L2TP

Choose MAC Address Source: Default, This Computer's, or specific MAC.