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4.4 Linux Clients
To access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband Router, it is only
necessary to set the Wireless Broadband Router as the "Gateway".
Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any
changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most UNIX installations use a fixed IP Address. If you
wish to continue using a fixed IP Address, make the following
changes to your configuration.
• Set your "Default Gateway" to the IP Address of the Wireless
Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended)
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux
and X -windows shell.
1. Start your X Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel - Network
3. Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this
will be called "eth0".
4. Click the Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this
data.
5. To apply your changes
• Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available.
• OR, restart your system.
4.5 Other Unix Systems
To access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband Router:
• Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP
Address of the Wireless Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
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