tailieunhanh - Networking with Microsoft Windows Vista- P3

Networking with Microsoft Windows Vista- P3: A better solution is to increase the number of computers available. Now that machines with fast processors, ample RAM, and massive hard disk space can be had for just a few hundred dollars, a multiple-machine setup is an affordable proposition for most homes. | 84 Networking with Microsoft Windows Vista 3. In the Network Address Server Settings DHCP section see Figure click Enable. FIGURE On most Linksys routers use the Setup tab s Basic Setup subtab to enable the DHCP server. 4. Use the Starting IP Address text box to specify the first address in the range of IP addresses that the server can assign. 5. Use the Maximum Number of DHCP Users text box to limit the number of DHCP leases that the server can assign. This isn t important on a small network and the default value of 50 is more than enough. 6. Use the Client Lease Time text box to specify the time in minutes that each client can keep its IP address. The default value of 0 which corresponds to one day is fine for most small networks. 7. At the bottom of the page click Save Settings. The router reports that the Settings are successful. 8. Click Continue. Netgear On most Netgear routers here are the steps to follow to enable the DHCP server 1. Under Advanced click the LAN IP Setup link. The LAN IP Setup page appears as shown in Figure . 2. Click to activate the Use Router as DHCP Server check box. 3. Use the Starting IP Address text box to specify the first address in the range of IP addresses that the server can assign. a You can see a list of llUie DHCP clients on most Linksys routers by clicking the Status tab clicking the Local Network subtab and then clicking DHCP Clients Table. lease purchase PDF Split-Merge on to remove this watermark. CHAPTER 3 Configuring Your Router 85 4. Use the Ending IP Address text box to specify the last address in the range of IP addresses that the server can assign. 5. Click Apply. note You can see the list of DHCP clients on most Netgear routers by clicking the LAN IP Setup link under Advanced and then scrolling to the Address Reservation section. FIGURE On most Netgear routers use the LAN IP Setup page to enable the DHCP server. Modifying Wireless Settings If your router includes a wireless access