iPECS SBG-1000 User Manual

iPECS SBG-1000 User Manual (DATA Features)
Figure 6.179 General Bridge Settings
Schedule By default, the connection will always be active. However, you can configure
scheduler rules in order to define time segments during which the connection may be active.
Once a scheduler rule(s) is defined, the drop-down menu will allow you to choose between the
available rules. To learn how to configure scheduler rules, refer to Section 6.9.3.
Network Select whether the parameters you are configuring relate to a WAN, LAN or DMZ
connection, by selecting the connection type from the drop-down menu. For more information,
refer to Section 6.4.1. Note that when defining a network connection as DMZ, you must also:
• Remove the connection from under a bridge, if that is the case.
• Change the connection’s routing mode to “Route”, in the ‘Routing’ sub-tab.
• Add a routing rule on your external gateway (which may be supplied your ISP), informing of
the DMZ network behind iPECS SBG-1000.
Physical Address The physical address of the network interface for your network. Some
interfaces allow you to change this address.
Clone My MAC Address Press this button to copy your PC’s current MAC address to the
board.
MTU MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for
Internet transmission. In the default setting, Automatic, the gateway selects the best MTU for
your Internet connection. Select ‘Automatic by DHCP’ to have the DHCP determine the MTU. In
case you select ‘Manual’ it is recommended to enter a value in the 1200 to 1500 range.
Internet Protocol Select one of the following Internet protocol options from the ‘Internet Protocol’
drop-down menu:
• No IP Address
• Obtain an IP Address Automatically
• Use the Following IP Address
Note that the screen will refresh to display relevant configuration settings according to your choice.
No IP Address Select ‘No IP Address’ if you require that your gateway have no IP address.
This can be useful if you are working in an environment where you are not connected to other
networks, such as the Internet.
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