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5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Portable Router will act as
a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP address from the Wireless Portable Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following
changes.
In the Default gateway field, enter the Wireless Portable Router 's IP address and click OK. Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Portable Router.
If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enters the
DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 7
1. Go to Start > Control Panel> Network and Sharing Center> Manage Network Connections>
Local Area Connection.
2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the
following: