Answer | The SBG8300 supports the usage of Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS).  DDNS service provides the ability to access the SBG8300 or other devices, such as a web server or video cameras, in a home network using a friendly name from a remote location. Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) is disabled by default. This document describes how to setup Dynamic DNS.
Requirements:
- A DDNS service that is setup from one of the following websites:
- www.dyndns.org
- www.​​​changeip.com
- www.freedns.afraid.org
- DDNS Account username, password and DDNS host name.
DDNS Setup
- 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 https:// Redirect page will appear.  Â
 - The SURFboard Web Manager is begin redirected to a more secure connection, click the Proceed button to continue.  The Gateway > Login page will appear.
 - 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.
NOTE: The Home Network Wizard will appear if this is the first time accessing the Web Manager. For assistance with the wizard, refer to article # 17969 - SBG8300: Web Manager First Time Login.
 - Enter admin in the Username field and enter the custom password in the Password field.
NOTE: If the Login page prompts for email address and password. Log into the Web Manager with the email and password used when setting up the SURFboard Manager app with the SBG8300.
 - Click the Login button.  The Gateway > Summary page will appear.
 - On the left-hand menu, click the Advanced link, then click the Dynamic DNS sub-menu link.  The Advanced > Dynamic DNS page will appear. Click Enable to configure DDNS settings.
 - Click the + Add DDNS button. The Advanced > Dynamic DNS > Add page will appear.Â
 - Click the Service Provider drop down menu, select the DDNS service to be added.Â
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- Enter the DDNS username in the Username field.
- Enter the DDNS password in the Password field.
- Enter the DDNS host name in the Host Name field.
- Click Add, if all DDNS settings have been configured continue by clicking Save Settings.
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