Set Up a Default DMZ Server
The default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and
videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with Network Address Translation
(NAT). The router is programmed to recognize some of these applications and to work
correctly with them, but other applications might not function well. In some cases, one
local computer can run the application correctly if the IP address for that computer is
entered as the default DMZ server.
WARNING: DMZ servers pose a security risk. A computer designated as the default
DMZ server loses much of the protection of the firewall and is exposed to exploits from
the Internet. If compromised, the DMZ server computer can be used to attack other
computers on your network.
The router usually detects and discards incoming traffic from the Internet that is not a
response to one of your local computers or a service or application for which you set
up a port forwarding or port triggering rule. Instead of discarding this traffic, you can
direct the router to forward the traffic to one computer on your network. This computer
is called the default DMZ server.
To set up a default DMZ server:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device device that is connected
to the network.
2.
Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.
The WAN Setup page displays.
5.
Select the Default DMZ Server check box.
6.
Enter the IP address of the server.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
User Manual72Manage the WAN and LAN
Network Settings
AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080
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