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Tcp/ip ethernet setup and dhcp – ZyXEL Communications Prestige 128L User Manual

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26 Installation

network (looks like a bigger telephone plug). Determine which type
you are using and select the appropriate option.

2. Input and Output Filter Sets - Filter sets are used to block

certain packets to reduce traffic and to prevent a security breach.
Filtering is a very involved subject, so leave these fields blank for
the time being. After you have studied filtering in Chapter 9, come
back and define the filter sets.

TCP/IP Ethernet Setup and DHCP

If you are setting up your network for the first time, read Chapter 4,
Configuring for Internet Access, before proceeding. The chapter
contains important information on how to assign IP addresses for your
network.

From Menu 3 - Ethernet Setup, enter 2 to go to Menu 3.2 - TCP/IP
Ethernet Setup.

Figure 3-8 Menu 3.2 - TCP/IP Ethernet Setup

1. DHCP - This field determines what mode of DHCP (Dynamic

Host Configuration Protocol) support your Prestige should use. If
set to None, DHCP will not be used. If set to Server, your Prestige