Efficient Networks 5800 User Manual

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Efficient Networks

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5800 Series

User Reference Guide

Chapter 2: Easy Setup

Efficient Networks

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Page 2-15

1. DHCP dynamically assigns IP configuration information to PCs on

the LAN, thus avoiding the need to set IP configurations for each

PC manually. You can enable DHCP by clicking on the indicated

checkbox.

2. Domain Name Service (DNS) maps host names to IP addresses.

DNS is performed by Domain Name Servers. The domain name

identifies the default name for the network. You can set your router

to obtain DNS information automatically. You can also choose to

configure DNS manually by making the required entries in the

form. If you are configuring DNS manually, you must enter at least

one DNS IP address.

3. The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) maps NetBIOS

names to IP addresses.

4. Click on the Next button to continue Easy Setup.

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