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Chapter 13 Using SYSTEM TOOLS menu
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Chapter 13 Using SYSTEM TOOLS menu
13.1 System Identity
If you have multiple Compex WP11A+s in your network, it will be useful if you define
the respective Compex WP11A+ identities for ease of identification.
In some cases, your ISP may require you to define a System Name before you can
access the Internet. The System Name is also used as a DHCP Client ID in negotiation
with a DHCP Server for IP release. All these can be defined in the System Identity.
Figure 13.1a System Identity Description
To do so,
1. Go to System Identity at the Command window.
2. Description on the System Name, System Contact (You may enter the contact
person for the Gateway in this field) and System Location (If there are multiple
Gateways in the network or building, you may enter a location to identify the
Gateway.)
3. Press “Apply” button to effect the changes.
System Name
This parameter is used as a DHCP Client ID in
negotiation with a DHCP Server for IP leased. Certain
Cable ISPs, such as Optus@Home in Australia and
Excite@Home in the United States, require DHCP
Client ID to be authenticated first before leasing out an
IP address.