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Windows 98, 98SE, and Me - Go to Start, Run, type winipcfg, and press Enter. Ensure the
Ethernet adapter is selected in the device box. Press the Release_all button, then press the Renew_all
button.
Windows NT 4.0 and 2000 - Go to Start, Run, type cmd, and press Enter. At the DOS prompt type
ipconfig /release, then type ipconfig /renew. (Note the space after ipconfig.)
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 information 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 8080 to the IP address of the server and set up the Web
server to receive on that port, as well. (Configuring the server for static IP address use is recommended.)
For an FTP server, enable port forwarding for port 21 to the IP address of the server. (Configuring the
server for static IP address use is recommended.)
Connections
How many computers can be connected through the Gateway?
The Gateway is capable of 253 connections, but having no more than 45 connections is recommended.
As the number of connections increases, the available speed for each computer decreases.