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Chapter 5 Operation and Status 5 This Chapter details the operation of the TEW-431BRP and the status screens. Operation Once both the TEW-431BRP and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: • If using Internet-based Communication Applications, it may be necessary to specify which PC receives an incoming connection. Refer to Chapter 6 - Internet Features for further details. • Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers may be blocked by the TEW-431BRP 's built-in firewall. You can define such applications as Special Applications to allow them to function normally. Refer to Chapter 6 - Internet Features for further details. • Some non-standard applications may require use of the DMZ feature. Refer to Chapter 6 Internet Features for further details. Status Screen Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen. Figure 23: Status Screen 35 TEW-431BRP User Guide Data - Status Screen Internet Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup Wizard. Broadband Modem This shows the connection status of the modem. Internet Connection Current connection status: • Active • Idle • Unknown • Failed If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button to find out more information. Internet IP Address This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider). "Connection Details" Button Click this button to open a sub-window and view a detailed description of the current connection. Depending on the type of connection, a "log" may also be available. LAN IP Address The IP Address of the TEW-431BRP. Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above. DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function - either "Enabled" or "Disabled". For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the IP addresses allocated to them, use the PC Database option on the Advanced menu. System Device Name This displays the current name of the TEW-431BRP. Firmware Version The current version of the firmware installed in the TEW431BRP. "System Data" Button Clicking this button will open a Window which lists all system details and settings. Buttons Connection Details View the details of the current Internet connection. The subscreen displayed will depend on the connection method used. See the following sections for details of each sub-screen. System Data Display all system information in a sub-window. Restart Router Restart (reboot) the Router. You will have to wait for the restart to be completed before continuing. Refresh Screen Update the data displayed on screen. 36