Linksys WPC54GS Network Card User Manual


 
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Chapter 6: Using the Wireless Network Monitor
Creating a New Profile
Wireless-G Notebook Adapter with SpeedBooster
5. The Network Settings screen will appear next. If your network has a DHCP server, click the radio button next
to Obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP). Click the Next button to continue, or click the Cancel button
to return to the Profiles screen.
If your network does not have a DHCP server, click the radio button next to Specify the IP Setting. Enter an IP
Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS appropriate for your network. You must specify the IP
Address and Subnet Mask on this screen. If you are unsure about the Default Gateway and DNS address,
leave these fields empty. Click the Next button to continue, or click the Cancel button to return to the Profiles
screen.
IP Address - This IP Address must be unique to your network.
Subnet Mask - The Adapter’s Subnet Mask must be the same as your wired network’s Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway - Enter the IP address of your network’s Gateway here.
DNS 1 and DNS 2 - Enter the DNS address of your (wired) Ethernet network here
Figure 6-12: Netowork Settings