User guide

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Configuring the Smart Wi-Fi Gateway
Configuring Internet Settings
Changing the Network Connection Type
NOTE: Perform this task only with guidance from your ISP. The required entries for
static IP address should be available, if your Smart Wi-Fi Gateway connection type is
changed this connection type.
To change the connection type (DHCP or Static IP)
1. Go to Configuration > Internet. The Configuration > Internet page appears.
2. In Connection Type, click the type of connection that your Internet service
provider (ISP) is using. Typically, connection options relate to your ISP’s delivery
method:
In certain uncommon instances, a Static IP address is provided.
For cable modem access, DHCP is used.
3. If you need to change from DHCP to Static IP, fill in the related fields according to
your ISP-provided information.
4. Click Update Settings to save your changes.
Renewing and Releasing DHCP
This task should be performed only with guidance from your ISP. It serves as a
troubleshooting technique when DHCP addresses to one or more devices prove to
be unusable or in conflict with others.
Figure 19. The Status > Internet page