Broadband customers
All Broadband customers are automatically assigned a static IP, apart
from Broadband Plus customers who will be assigned a dynamic IP.
Dial-up customers
Dial-up customers are not automatically assigned a static IP address, but
can opt to have one if they have a subscription based account.
Possible reasons for using a static IP address with a dial-up account:
connecting through a firewall
- hosting own email or game server
- access private networks
- connect to your computer from almost any Internet connection with
remote access software
Please note; only use a static IP if necessary. Using the same IP address
each time you connect may expose you to security vulnerabilities. Install
a firewall to be safe.
1. Visit the Connection Settings
page in the PlusNet Member Centre
and click 'Static IP'.
Please note; In your operating system, the TCP/IP configuration for your
PlusNet dial-up connection must be set to Server Assigned IP Address
or Obtain an IP address automatically (depending on your OS). See
diagram below for an example.
Consult the Windows Help Wizard for more information on TCP/IP configuration.
Unfortuantely, multiple static IP addresses cannot be assigned to dialup
accounts.
Also note; if you deactivate your static IP address, it's unlikely
you'll be assigned the same address if you reactivate.
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