Network config - TCP/IP settings for Wifi Router

Description:

Due to the numerous brands and models of Wifi routers on the market, we cannot explain them in a unified manner. We recommend that you refer to the manual to set up the Wi-Fi router or search on Google. Thank you.

Example for ASUS RT-AC66U


Step1

  • 1. Connect the Ethernet cable: Plug one end of the cable into the dormitory network port, and the other end must be connected to the WAN port of your router.
    👉 Important: It must be connected to the WAN port only! WAN only! WAN only!
  • 2. Log in to the router management interface: After connecting, please open a browser and enter your router’s management address (usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1). You will then be able to access the graphical management interface for further configuration.

Step2

  • 1. Click WAN
  • 2. WAN Connection Type choose Static IP.
  • 3. Fill in your Dormitory Network IP Information for WAN IP Setting and WAN DNS Setting.
    Other settings (such as DHCP) use the default value as shown in the following figure:

Step3

  • 1. Find and select “Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)”, then click “Obtain an IP address automatically”.
  • 2. Click “Obtain DNS server address automatically” and click “OK” to submit.
  • 3. If you are a macOS (Apple computer) user, please follow the guide below to configure your network.
    If you are not using macOS, this instruction does not apply to you, and you may disregard it.

Step4

  • Network config completed, feel free to connect the Internet.

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If any questions, please contact us.
E-mail: dorms@cc.nthu.edu.tw
Phone: (03)5715131#31178
Service time: Mon-Fri 8.30am-12.00pm & 1.30pm-5.00pm

Sincerely,
Network System Division from Computer & Communication Center