Laoghaire
@verizon.net
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Re: [DSL] Confused about RWIN settings
Ok I have something here that needs clarification. I'm really an idiot with this stuff.
I do know that I do not have a PPPoe connection. I see a lot of talk about DHCP servers in connection with PPPoe. Now I went into my router settings and I have the boxed checked that says "use router as DHCP server". I kept it that way because it says it's default and most people don't need to change it. The only explanation Netgear gives on that topic is this:
By default, the FVS318 router will function as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server, providing TCP/IP configuration for all computers connected to the router LAN.
If another device on your network will be the DHCP server, or if you will manually configure all devices, clear the Use router as DHCP server check box. Otherwise, leave it selected.
I am confused by that statement lol. What does it mean? Does the computer I'm using need to be a DHCP server? All I know is I have regular DSL. I am always connected. I just click on my browser icon and go. |
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Irish Shark
Play Like A Champion Today
Premium,MVM
join:2000-07-29
Las Vegas, NV
| Each PC connected to the router has an IP address and other settings. There are two ways to do this: Static (you set the parameters) or DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) (where the router assigns the IP and the other parameters).
Unless you like fool to with this stuff, it is best to let the router do it.
Now PPPoE ... DSL comes in two flavors: PPPoE and PPPoA. The main difference is that PPPoE uses 1492 for the MTU (in 99.99% of the time in the USA). PPPoA use 1500 for the MTU.
AFAIK, VZ DSL uses PPPoE. The router can do this for you and you do not have to setup anything. In the router, there is a setting for it. You have to enter a user name and password. Is this how your router is setup?
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