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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

I used DHCP to configure my network. Do I need to restart my computer to
refresh my IP address?
No. Follow these steps to refresh your IP address:

Windowsv 2000 - Select Start, Run, type “cmd,” and press Enter. At the DOS
prompt, type “ipconfig /release,” then type “ipconfig /renew.”

Windows XP - Unplug the Ethernet cable or wireless card and plug it back in.

Can I run an application located on another computer over the network?
Yes, if the application is designed to run over a network.

Can I play games between computers on my network, or on the Internet?
Yes, if the games were designed for multi-player or

LAN

play. For specific infor-

mation about whether a game is capable of Internet or

LAN

play, refer to the

game documentation. Some games require ports to be forwarded to host or join
games over the Internet.

I have an FTP or Web server on my network. How can I make it available to
users on the Internet?
For a Web server, enable port forwarding for port 8088 to the

address of the

server and set up the Web server to receive on that port, as well. (Configuring the
server to use a static

address is recommended.)

For an

FTP

server, enable port forwarding for port 21 to the

address of the

server. (Configuring the server to use a static

address is recommended.)

Connections

How many computers can be connected through the Modem?
The Modem is capable of 254 connections, but it is recommended to have no
more than 45 connections. As you increase the number of connections, you
decrease the available speed for each computer.