Belkin F5D7230au4P User Manual download pdf (Page 103)

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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

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Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)

Note:

This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.

Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE

ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is the

method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned by your

ISP with the other computers on your network. This function should only be

used if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled

for an advanced system configuration. If you have a single IP address and

you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access

the Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your

firewall functions.

Enabling/Disabling UPnP

UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by

your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice

messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-

compliant. Some applications require the Router’s firewall to be configured

in a specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and

UDP ports, and in some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that

is UPnP-compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically

“telling” the Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router

ships with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that

are UPnP-compliant, and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, you

can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select “Enable” in the “UPnP Enabling”

section of the “Utilities” page. Click “Apply Changes” to save the change.

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Belkin F5D7230au4P User Manual Page 103