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Watson SHDSL Router
Web-based Management Manual
Watson-SHDSL-Router-GUI-Manual.doc
Version 2.3-03
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Revision: 2012-02-29
Schedule By default, the connection will always be active. However, you
can configure scheduler rules in order to define time segments during which the
connection may be active. Once a scheduler rule(s) is defined, the drop-down
menu will allow you to choose between the available rules. To learn how to config-
ure scheduler rules, refer to Section 9.9.3.
Network Select whether the parameters you are configuring relate to a
WAN, LAN or DMZ connection, by selecting the connection type from the drop-
down menu. For more information, refer to Section 9.4.2.
Physical Address The physical address of the Ethernet Bridge.
Clone My MAC Address Press this button to copy your PC's current MAC address
to the Bridge.
MTU MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the larg-
est packet size permitted for Internet transmission. In the default setting, Automat-
ic, the gateway selects the best MTU for your Internet connection. Select 'Auto-
matic' to let Watson find the optimal MTU value for your connection. In case you
select 'Manual' it is recommended to enter a value in the 1200 to 1500 range.
Internet Protocol Select one of the following Internet protocol options from the
'Internet Protocol' drop-down menu:
 No IP Address
 Obtain an IP Address Automatically
 Use the Following IP Address
Note that the screen will refresh to display relevant configuration settings ac-
cording to your choice.
No IP Address Select 'No IP Address' if you require that your gateway have no
IP address. This can be useful if you are working in an environment where you
are not connected to other networks, such as the Internet.
Figure 9-82: Internet Protocol – No IP Address