I actually do PAT for the majority of my clients and those that need static PUBLIC IP's, I do NAT. 2 reasons really...one you mentioned and the other for security.
Thanks for the info on the routers...I really want to start doing this! I have found that the clients using routers NEVER have to reboot their device due to locked Ethernet and if you look at the Ethernet stats, the collisions and lost packets ARE WAY DOWN on those with routers. Good deal all around. Sully -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 15, 2003 11:56 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [smartBridges] OT: Pricing Plans?? -- Router Are you doing NAT? If not, static IPs will be a pain in your butt when it's time to move to a new IP block. I'm running DHCP, but handing out specific IPs based on their PC's (router's) MAC. I can change them at will w/o needing to make a truck roll or talk someone through the process over the phone. I don't remember the particulars about the Belkin. Just didn't care for it too much. I do like the DLinks, and when I bought them, the clerk printed out a rebate for each unit. Dunno if I'll actually get them. I'm sure DLink has my address memorized by now. I run rebates quite a lot. Did you see the Siemens router on TigerDirect? http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp? EdpNo=578093&Sku=E525-1000%20P&CatId=198 It's a single-port so you'll still need a hub or a switch. But the price is hard to beat. I've got 3 of them and they work fine for me. TIM Quoting The Wirefree Network <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > I plan on staying with my static IP plan...so is there anything else > wrong with that router. They seem to have a ton of features. > > Although...I like your pricing on the officemax deal. > > Sully > The PART-15.ORG smartBridges Discussion List To Join: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] (in the body type subscribe smartBridges <yournickname> To Remove: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] (in the body type unsubscribe smartBridges) Archives: http://archives.part-15.org The PART-15.ORG smartBridges Discussion List To Join: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] (in the body type subscribe smartBridges <yournickname> To Remove: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] (in the body type unsubscribe smartBridges) Archives: http://archives.part-15.org
