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Question
How do I setup my SBG10 gateway to use other DNS addresses?
Answer
Domain Name Server (DNS) is a database that contains domain host names (e.g. http://www.surfboard.com) which are linked to a specific IP address.  When accessing a website by domain name like www.surfboard.com, the DNS retrieves the IP address to access the website.  DNS makes it possible to access the websites by domain names. 

The DNS settings can be customized when using public DNS or installing private DNS in a home network.  This document describes how to setup custom DNS addresses in the SBG10. 

CAUTION: By default, the SBG10 obtains DNS addresses automatically from the service provider.  Internet connection may be lost if the DNS addresses inputted in the SBG10 are not legitimate.  


DNS Setup 
  1. Launch a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari.  Enter http://192.168.0.1 into the address box, and press the Enter key.  The Login page will appear.

    NOTE: A security or private risk alert may appear on the web browser advising users to proceed with caution when accessing the Web Manager. There is no risk in proceeding to the Web Manager.  For instructions to by-pass the alert screen, refer to article # 18181 - Alert Message for Web Manager Access.
     
  2. On the Login page, enter admin in the User Name field.
     
  3. Enter password or a customized password in the Password field.

    NOTE: When using the default password to login, it may be required to set a unique password to proceed to the Web Manager.  For assistance with Web Manager Access, refer to article # 18249 – SBG10: Web Manager Access.
     
  4. Click the Apply button.  The System Basic Setup page will appear.

    User-added image
     
  5. On the System Basic Setup page, click the LAN Setup link on the top menu.  The LAN Settings page will appear.
     
  6. On the LAN Settings page, check the Enable DNS Override box.
     
  7. Enter the alternative primary DNS address into the Primary DNS Server IP field.
     
  8. Enter the alternative secondary DNS address into the Secondary DNS Server IP field. 
     
  9. Click the Apply button and the gateway will reboot.  After the reboot the Login page will appear.  

    Right click on the image to save it to your computer.

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