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Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
the same time, even if on the same LAN (not a problem with 1.0.1.3).
As far as hosting games, the HL server
does not need to be in the DMZ. Just forward port 27015 to the local IP address of the server computer.
How can I block corrupted FTP downloads?
If you are experiencing corrupted files when you download a file with your FTP client, try using another FTP
program.
The web page hangs; downloads are corrupt, or nothing but junk characters are being displayed on the
screen. What do I need to do?
Force your Ethernet adapter to 10Mbps or half duplex mode, and turn off the “Auto-negotiate” feature of your
Ethernet adapter as a temporary measure. (Please look at the Network Control Panel in your Ethernet adapter’s
Advanced Properties tab.) Make sure that your proxy setting is disabled in the browser. Check our website at
www.linksys.com
for more information.
Will the Phone Adapter function in a Macintosh environment?
Yes, but the Phone Adapter’s setup pages are accessible only through Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape
Navigator 5.0 or higher for Macintosh.
I am not able to get the web configuration screen for the Phone Adapter. What can I do?
You may have to remove the proxy settings on your Internet browser, e.g., Netscape Navigator or Internet
Explorer.
Or remove the dial-up settings on your browser.
Check with your browser documentation, and make
sure that your browser is set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. Make sure that your browser is
set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. For Internet Explorer, click
Tools
,
Internet Options
, and
then the
Connection
tab. Make sure that Internet Explorer is set to
Never dial a connection
. For Netscape
Navigator, click
Edit
,
Preferences
,
Advanced
, and
Proxy
. Make sure that Netscape Navigator is set to
Direct
connection to the Internet
.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is DMZ Hosting?
Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) allows one IP address (computer) to be exposed to the Internet.
Some applications
require multiple TCP/IP ports to be open.
It is recommended that you set your computer with a static IP if you
want to use DMZ Hosting. To get the LAN IP address, see “Appendix B: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address
for Your Ethernet Adapter.”
If DMZ Hosting is used, does the exposed user share the public IP with the Phone Adapter?
No.
Is the Phone Adapter cross-platform compatible?
Any platform that supports Ethernet and TCP/IP is compatible with the Phone Adapter.
Does the Phone Adapter replace a modem? Is there a cable or DSL modem in the Phone Adapter?
No, this version of the Phone Adapter must work in conjunction with a cable or DSL modem.
Which modems are compatible with the Phone Adapter?
The Phone Adapter is compatible with virtually any cable or DSL modem that supports Ethernet.
How do I get mIRC to work with the Phone Adapter?
Use the
Router - Application
screen. Configure an entry and set the Starting and Ending Ports to
113
for the PC
on which you are using mIRC.
How do I reset the Phone Adapter?
Refer to “Chapter 5: Using the Interactive Voice Response Menu” for instructions.
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Appendix B: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter
Windows 98 or Me Instructions
Appendix B: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter
This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the
MAC address cloning feature of the Phone Adapter. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet
adapter. This IP address is used for the Phone Adapter’s forwarding and/or DMZ features. Follow the steps in this
appendix to find the adapter’s MAC or IP address in Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP.
Windows 98 or Me Instructions
1.
Click
Start
and
Run
. In the
Open
field, enter
winipcfg
. Then press the
Enter
key or the
OK
button.
2.
When the
IP Configuration
screen appears, select the Ethernet adapter you have connected to the Phone
Adapter via a CAT 5 Ethernet network cable.
3.
Write down the Adapter Address as shown on your computer screen. This is the MAC address for your
Ethernet adapter and is shown as a series of numbers and letters.
The MAC address/Adapter Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning.
The example shows the Ethernet adapter’s IP address as 192.168.1.100. Your computer may show
something different.
Figure B-2: MAC/Adapter Address
Figure B-1: IP Configuration Screen
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Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
1.
Click
Start
and
Run
. In the
Open
field, enter
cmd
. Press the
Enter
key or click the
OK
button.
2.
At the command prompt, enter
ipconfig /all
. Then press the
Enter
key.
3.
Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen; it is the MAC address for your Ethernet
adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters.
The MAC address/Physical Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning.
The example shows the Ethernet adapter’s IP address as 192.168.1.100. Your computer may show
something different.
For the Phone Adapter’s Web-based Utility
For MAC address cloning, enter the 12-digit MAC address in the field provided.
Figure B-4: MAC Address Cloning
Figure B-3: MAC/Physical Address
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