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DIR-120 Ethernet Broadband Router
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Advanced Network
UPNP
UPnP supports zero-configuration networking and automatic discovery for many types of
networked devices. When enabled, it allows other devices that support UPnP to dynamically
join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and
capabilities of other devices. DHCP and DNS service can also be used if available on the
network. UPnP also allows supported devices to leave a network automatically without adverse
effects to the device or other devices on the network.
Diverse networking media including Ethernet, 802.11b/g wireless, Firmware, phone line and
power line networking can support UPnP. To enable UPnP, tick the Enable UPnP checkbox.
WAN Ping
This feature allow users to either allow or block a Ping test from outside computers looking to
check the connectivity of your device. This is usually attempted by hackers trying to access
your router or computer from a remote device on the WAN side of the connection. Tick the
Enable WAN Ping Respond checkbox to allow WAN pinging of your device.
WAN Port Speed
This section allows the user to set the wire speed over which the router will transmit packets.
The user has three options:
• 10Mbps – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will set the wire speed at 10
megabytes per second.
• 100Mbps – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will set the wire speed at
100 megabytes per second.
• 10/100 Mbps Auto – Selecting this option from the drop-down menu will allow the
wire speed to be automatically set by the Router depending on the wire speed available
at any given time.
Gaming Mode
Gaming mode opens TCP/UDP ports used by many common games. To take advantage of this
feature, tick the Enable Gaming mode checkbox.
Multicast Streams
Multicast streams will allow servers from the Internet to broadcast their multicast content to
other PCs on your LAN. Tick the Enable Multicast Streams checkbox to use this feature.
Most users will want to enable this.
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