TRENDnet TEW-731BR User manual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are
firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible
by the end user.
Europe –EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test
methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of
the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
EN60950-1: 2006 + A11 : 2009 + A1 : 2010
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
EN 50385: 2002
Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of radio base stations and fixed terminal stations for
wireless telecommunication systems with the basic restrictions or the reference levels related to human
exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields (110MHz - 40 GHz) - General public

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EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data
transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques;
Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements
EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1 (2009-05)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2,4 GHz wideband transmission
systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states
and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies.
In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain
authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to
telecommunications and/or network services.
This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output
power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 –2483.5 MHz. For detailed information
the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.
Česky *Czech+
TRENDnet tímto prohlašuje, že tento TEW-731BR je ve shodě se základními
požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk
[Danish]
Undertegnede TRENDnet erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr TEW-731BR
overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German]
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mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen
Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
[Estonian]
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1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele
asjakohastele sätetele.
English
Hereby, TRENDnet, declares that this TEW-731BR is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español
[Spanish]
Por medio de la presente TRENDnet declara que el TEW-731BR cumple con los
requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de
la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική
[Greek]
ΜΕ ΣΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΤ΢Α TRENDnet ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΣΙ TEW-731BR ΢ΤΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΣΑΙ
ΠΡΟ΢ ΣΙ΢ ΟΤ΢ΙΩΔΕΙ΢ ΑΠΑΙΣΗ΢ΕΙ΢ ΚΑΙ ΣΙ΢ ΛΟΙΠΕ΢ ΢ΧΕΣΙΚΕ΢ ΔΙΑΣΑΞΕΙ΢ ΣΗ΢
ΟΔΗΓΙΑ΢ 1999/5/ΕΚ.

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Français
[French]
Par la présente TRENDnet déclare que l'appareil TEW-731BR est conforme aux
exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive
1999/5/CE.
Italiano
[Italian]
Con la presente TRENDnet dichiara che questo TEW-731BR è conforme ai
requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva
1999/5/CE.
Latviski
[Latvian]
Ar šo TRENDnet deklarē, ka TEW-731BR atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām
prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių
[Lithuanian]
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kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch]
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met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn
1999/5/EG.
Malti
[Maltese]
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essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar
[Hungarian]
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alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish]
Niniejszym TRENDnet oświadcza, że TEW-731BR jest zgodny z zasadniczymi
wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy
1999/5/EC.
Português
[Portuguese]
TRENDnet declara que este TEW-731BR está conforme com os requisitos
essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
TRENDnet izjavlja, da je ta TEW-731BR v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in
ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky
[Slovak]
TRENDnet týmto vyhlasuje, že TEW-731BR spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky
príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi
[Finnish]
TRENDnet vakuuttaa täten että TEW-731BR tyyppinen laite on direktiivin
1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen
mukainen.
Svenska
[Swedish]
Härmed intygar TRENDnet att denna TEW-731BR står I överensstämmelse med
de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av
direktiv 1999/5/EG.

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Industry Canada Statement:
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de
brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage
susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.
NOTE IMPORTANTE: (Pour l'utilisation de dispositifs mobiles)
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement
non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la
source de rayonnement et votre corps.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE....................................................................................1
Purpose...................................................................................................................................1
Terms/Usage...........................................................................................................................1
Overview of this User’s Guide .................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................2
Applications: ...........................................................................................................................2
Supported Features:................................................................................................................3
Wireless Performance Considerations.....................................................................................4
UNPACKING AND SETUP .............................................................................5
Unpacking ...............................................................................................................................5
Setup.......................................................................................................................................5
HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................6
Front Panel..............................................................................................................................6
Rear Panel............................................................................................................................... 7
Side Panel................................................................................................................................8
Hanging Way...........................................................................................................................8
Hardware connections ............................................................................................................9
Connecting the WLAN Router........................................................................................................................ 9
Check the installation..................................................................................................................................... 10
PC NETWORK TCP/IP SETTINGS .............................................................11
Windows 95/98/ME ..............................................................................................................11
Windows 2000 ...................................................................................................................... 12
Windows XP .......................................................................................................................... 13
Windows Vista / 7 .................................................................................................................15
CONFIGURATION......................................................................................17
Login to the WLAN Router through Wireless LAN .................................................................17
Login to the WLAN Router.....................................................................................................17
Using the Web Browser.........................................................................................................18
Setup Wizard......................................................................................................................... 19
Advanced configuration ........................................................................................................31
Main...................................................................................................................................... 31
LAN & DHCP Server.................................................................................................................................... 31
WAN.............................................................................................................................................................. 33
Password........................................................................................................................................................ 41

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Time............................................................................................................................................................... 42
Dynamic DNS................................................................................................................................................ 43
Wireless ................................................................................................................................44
Basic............................................................................................................................................................... 44
Security.......................................................................................................................................................... 46
Advanced....................................................................................................................................................... 50
Wi-Fi Protected Setup.................................................................................................................................... 51
Status ....................................................................................................................................52
Device Information........................................................................................................................................ 52
Log................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Log Setting..................................................................................................................................................... 55
Statistic........................................................................................................................................................... 57
Wireless ......................................................................................................................................................... 57
Routing..................................................................................................................................58
Static .............................................................................................................................................................. 58
Dynamic......................................................................................................................................................... 59
Routing Table ................................................................................................................................................ 60
Access ...................................................................................................................................61
Filters............................................................................................................................................................. 61
Virtual Server................................................................................................................................................. 67
Special AP...................................................................................................................................................... 69
DMZ............................................................................................................................................................... 70
Firewall Settings............................................................................................................................................ 71
Management.........................................................................................................................73
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol).......................................................................................... 73
Remote Management..................................................................................................................................... 74
Capture Packets.............................................................................................................................................. 75
Tools .....................................................................................................................................76
Restart............................................................................................................................................................ 76
Settings........................................................................................................................................................... 76
Firmware........................................................................................................................................................ 77
Ping Test........................................................................................................................................................ 77
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................78
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................78

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Congratulations on your purchase of this TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home
Router. This integrated access device combines Internet gateway functions with
wireless LAN and Fast Ethernet switch. It provides a complete solution for Internet
surfing and office resource sharing, and it is easy to configure and operate for
every user.
Purpose
This manual discusses how to install the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home
Router.
Terms/Usage
In this guide, the term “the WLAN Router” refers to your TEW-731BR 300Mbps
Wireless N Home Router.
Overview of this User’s Guide
Introduction. Describes the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router and its
features.
Unpacking and Setup. Helps you get started with the basic installation of the TEW-
731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router.
Identifying External Components. Describes the front panel, rear panel and LED
indicators of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router.
Connecting the WLAN Router. Tells how you can connect the TEW-731BR
300Mbps Wireless N Home Router to your xDSL/Cable Modem.
Technical Specifications. Lists the technical (general, physical and environmental,
performance and Routers settings) specifications of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps
Wireless N Home Router.

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INTRODUCTION
With the explosive growth of the Internet, accessing information and services at any
time, day or night has become a standard requirement for most people. The era of the
standalone PC is waning. Networking technology is moving out of the exclusive domain of
corporations and into homes with at least two computers.
This integrated access device combines Internet gateway functions with wireless LAN and Fast
Ethernet switch. Designed for the business and home, it saves you the cost of installing a
separate modem and ISP line for each computer, while providing ready connection for the
users, with or without the network wires.
Broadband network access is also gaining ground. However, allowing more than two
computers to access the Internet at the same time means less affordable, higher costs. Thus,
there is a need to share one public IP address over a single Internet connection to link the
home with the Internet.
The scarcity of IP addresses and using a shared Internet connection through an Internet
sharing device can solve high network access costs. All linked computers can make full use of
broadband capabilities over such a device.
This device not only comes equipped with a wide range of features, but also can be
installed and configured right out of the box. This device supports a simple local area network
and Internet access share, offering great cost savings.
The local area network connects home computers while also allowing any of the computers to
access the Internet, share resources, or play online games—the basis of the family computing
lifestyle.
Applications:
Broadband Internet access:
Several computers can share one high-speed broadband connection through
wireless or wired (WLAN, LAN and WAN-Internet).
Resource sharing:
Share resources such as printers, scanners and other peripherals.
File sharing:
Exchange data, messages, and distribute files thus making good use of hard disk
space.
Online gaming:
Through the local area network, online gaming and e-commerce services can be
easily setup.
Firewall:
A built-in firewall function —for security and anti-hacking systems.

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Supported Features:
Wi-Fi compliant with IEEE 802.11n and IEEE 802.11b/g standards
4 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX LAN port and 1 x 10/100Mbps WAN port
(Internet)
Supports Cable/DSL modems with Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP
connection types
High-speed data rates up to 300Mbps using an IEEE 802.11n connection
2 fixed external antennas support high speed performance and great
coverage with MIMO technology
Network Address Translation (NAT) firewall
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button for simple network connectivity
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and Application Level Gateway support for
Internet applications such as email, FTP, gaming, remote
desktop, Net Meeting, telnet and more
Provides additional security with Internet Access Control (MAC Address,
Domain, and IP Filtering)
Easy remote management via Web browser
Wireless security support for WEP, WPA & WPA2
Indoor coverage up to 100 meters (330ft.)*
Outdoor coverage up to 300 meters (980ft.)*
Works with Windows, Linux and Mac operating systems
*Maximum wireless signal rates are referenced from IEEE 802.11 theoretical specifications. Actual data
throughput and coverage will vary depending on interference, network traffic, building materials and other
conditions.

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Wireless Performance Considerations
There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.
1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path,
rather than at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the
more signal you will lose.
2. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce
the range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that
will minimize the amount of obstructions between them.
3. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor
environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes
through less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid
wood, glass or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
4. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use
the wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna
orientation for your wireless devices.
5. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also
impact your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that
generates RF noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.
6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices
such as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the
2.4GHz frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone
may not be in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s
base station as far away as possible from your wireless devices.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless
devices or installing additional access points. The use of higher gain antennas may
also provide the necessary coverage depending on the environment.

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UNPACKING AND SETUP
This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the TEW-731BR
300Mbps Wireless N Home Router.
Unpacking
Open the box of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router and carefully
unpack it. The box should contain the following items:
TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router
CD-Rom (User’s Guide)
Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
Power adapter (5V DC, 1A)
Network cable (1.5m / 5ft)
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for
replacement.
Setup
The setup of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N Home Router can be performed
properly using the following methods:
The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of the Broadband
Router.
Visually inspect the DC power jack and make sure that it is fully secured to
the power adapter.
Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation and adequate ventilation
around the Broadband Router. Do not place heavy objects on the
Broadband Router.
Fix the direction of the antennas. Try to place the Wireless Router in a
position that can best cover your wireless network. Normally, the higher
you place the antenna, the better the performance will be. The antenna’s
position enhances the receiving sensitivity.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Front Panel
The figure below shows the front panel of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless
N Home Router.
Front Panel
POWER
This indicator lights green when the hub is receives power, otherwise it is off.
Status
This indicator blinking green means the WLAN Router is working successfully.
Otherwise, this indicator always on or off means the function of the WLAN Router
has failed.
WAN (Link/ACT)
The indicators light green when the WAN port is connected to a xDSL/Cable
modem successfully.
The indicators blink green while the WAN port was transmitting or receiving data
from the xDSL/Cable modem.
WLAN (ACT)
This indicator lights green when there are wireless devices connected and
transmitting data to the WLAN Router.
LAN 1-4 (Link/ACT)
These indicators light green when the LAN ports were connected successfully.
These indicators blinking green while the LAN ports were accessing data.

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Rear Panel
The figure below shows the rear panel of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N
Home Router.
Rear Panel
Antennas
There are two 2dBi gain antenna on the rear panel for wireless connection.
LAN (1-4)
Four RJ-45 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX ports for connecting to either 10Mbps or
100Mbps Ethernet connections.
WAN
In the four port broadband Router, there is an RJ-45 10/100Mbps Auto-MDIX port
for the WAN that connects to the xDSL/Cable modem for Internet connectivity.
POWER
Plug the power adapter to this power jack
RESET
Use a pin-shaped item to push to reset this device to factory default settings (Hold
for 15 seconds and release). It will be a useful tool when the manager forgot the
password to login, and needs to restore the device back to default settings.
POWER SWITCH
Use the power on/off switch to turn the device on or off.

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Side Panel
The figure below shows the side panel of the TEW-731BR 300Mbps Wireless N
Home Router.
Side Panel
WPS
Push and hold this button for 3 seconds and release it to initiate the Wi-Fi
Protected Setup process.
Hanging Way
User can mount the device on a wall. Mount the Nylon screw anchors into a
cement wall and then drive a screw into the Nylon screw anchors. It does not need
to mount the Nylon screw anchors into a wood wall. Hook the mounting holes of
the switch back on the screws and completed the wall-mount.

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Hardware connections
Connecting the WLAN Router
1. Plug in one end of the network cable to the WAN port of the WLAN Router.
2. Plug in the other end of the network cable to the Ethernet port of the xDSL or
Cable modem.
3. Use another network cable to connect to the Ethernet card on the computer
system; the other end of the cable connects to the LAN port of the WLAN
Router. Since the IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wireless Home Router has four ports, you
can connect up to four computers directly to the unit. Then you do not have to
buy a switch to connect these computers since one WLAN Router functions
both as a connection-sharing unit and as a switch.

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Check the installation
The control LEDs of the WLAN Router are clearly visible and the status of the
network link can be seen instantly:
1. With the power source on, once the device is connected to the broadband
modem, the Power, Status, LAN, WLAN and WAN port LEDs of the WLAN Router
will light up indicating a normal status.
2. When the WAN Port is connected to the ADSL/Cable modem, the WAN LED will
light up.
3. When the LAN Port is connected to the computer system, the LAN LED will light
up.

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PC NETWORK TCP/IP SETTINGS
The network TCP/IP settings differ based on the computer’s operating system
(Win95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP/Vista) and are as follows.
Windows 95/98/ME
1. Click on the “Network neighborhood” icon found on the desktop.
2. Click the right mouse button and a context menu will be show.
3. Select “Properties” to enter the TCP/IP setting screen.
4. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” on the “IP address” field.
5. Select “Disable DNS” in the “DNS” field.

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6. Select “None” for the “Gateway address” field.
Windows 2000
Double click on the “My Computer” icon on the desktop. When “My Computer”
window opens, select “Control Panel” and then open the “Network dialup
connection” applet. Double click on the “Local area network connection” icon.
Select “Properties” to enter the TCP/IP setting window.
1. In the “Local area network status” window, click on “Properties.”
2. In the “Local area network connection” window, first select TCP/IP setting and
then select “Properties.”
3. Set both “IP address” and “DNS” to Automatic configuration.

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Windows XP
Point the cursor and click the right button on the “My Network Place” icon.
Select “properties” to enter the TCP/IP setting window.
1. Click “Start” button, and click on “Control Panel”.
2. Click on “Network and Internet Connections” and click on “Network
Connections”. Note: In Classic, double-click on “Network Connections”.
3. Right click “Local Area Connection” and select “Properties”.