Section 3 – Configuration
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Advanced Network
The Advanced Network Settings menu is used to disable or enable UPnP, disable Ping responses on the WAN port and change WAN port speed.
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.