Sony SS2624 - Manual (Page 73)

DSL/Cable Router User Guide
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Network Clients Screen
The Network Clients database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ"
PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. An example Network Clients screen is shown
below.
Figure 41: Network Clients Screen
• PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as
required.
• By default, non-Server versions of Windows act as "DHCP Clients"; this setting is called
"Obtain an IP Address automatically".
• The DSL/Cable Router uses the "Hardware Address" to identify each PC, not the name or
IP address. The "Hardware Address" can only change if you change the PC's network card
or adapter.
• This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN.
However, you can add PCs using Fixed (static) IP Addresses to the Network Clients data-
base if required.
Data - Network Clients Screen
Network Clients
Known PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type.
For this model, the "type" will either be "LAN" or "WLAN" (Wireless
LAN).
Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this
matches the PC's "hostname".
IP Address Enter the IP Address of the PC. The PC will be sent a "ping" to deter-
mine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or
not powered On) you will not be able to add it.