User guide

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 IP Address: This is the IP address assigned to the router that is used to access it from the LAN.
The factory default address is: 192.168.1.1. The address may be changed if required.
 Subnet Mask: One or more subnets may exist on a LAN. This setting allows the user to
select the desired subnet mask for the router. In most situations the default setting should be
ok.
 DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is used to dynamically assign IP addresses to
devices connected to the router, either hard wired through the LAN ports, or wireless devices
using 802.11. If DHCP is not used, then each wired and wireless client in the network must
have a static IP address manually assigned to it. This option allows the DHCP function to
be enabled or disabled. In most situations you will want this function enabled.
 DHCP Client Range: This allows a range of IP addresses, including a starting and ending
address, to be allotted for automatic allocation by the DHCP server to both wired and
wireless clients connected to the LAN. IP addresses are assigned one at a time as client
devices connected to the network are turned on and request one. In most situations the
default settings are adequate.
 Host Name: The DHCP host name is entered here. The default setting should work in most
situations.
 802.1d Spanning Tree: The Spanning Tree Protocol defined in IEEE 802.1D provides ensures
a loop-free topology for any bridged Ethernet local area network which prevents
self-circulation by providing path redundancy. This option can be enabled or disabled.
The default setting should be adequate in most situations.