8 netpassage 15b’s system tools, 1 setting router identity, 2 synchronizing router’s clock with your computer – Compex Technologies NetPassage 15B User Manual

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Chapter 3 Configuring NetPassage 15B

3.8

NetPassage 15B’s System Tools

The web-based configuration interface of NetPassage 15B comes with a set of system
tools for you to define name for your NetPassage 15B, setting the router’s clock,
upgrading the firmware, saving & restore router’s profile and changing the
administrative password.

3.8.1

Setting Router Identity

You may define a name for your NetPassage 15B. This name will also be used as a
DHCP Client ID when it negotiates for an IP release from your ISP.

1. Click on the

Router Identity

URL from the Command Menu and the router

identity configuration page will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3.8.1-1.

Figure 3.8.1-1
Configuring Router’s
Identity

2. Enter the Name, the Contact person and the Location of the NetPassage 15B.
3. Press the Apply button for the changes to be effective.

3.8.2

Synchronizing Router’s Clock with your Computer

Compex NetPassage 15 is specially designed with a SNTP compatibility and router’s
clock that can be synchronized with the managing computer. The administrative
function such as Time-based Access Control relies on the router’s clock. Therefore, it is
important that the router’s clock is set correctly.

1. Click on the

Set Router’s Clock

URL from the Command Menu and the System

Time Setting window will be displayed, as shown in Figure 3.8.2-1.