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The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses.

PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as required. (By default, Windows PCs act as DHCP clients.)
For DHCP clients, the Broadband Router will always allocate the same IP Address. There is no need to "reserve" an IP address for a PC to ensure that the PC's IP address does not change.
The Broadband Router uses the "Physical Address" to identify each PC, not the name or IP address.
This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN. However, you can add PCs using Fixed (static) IP Addresses to the PC database if required.

PC Database
Known PCs	This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices).
Name	If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this matches the PC's "hostname".
IP Address	If adding a new PC to the list, enter the IP Address of the PC here. The PC will be sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.

Buttons
Add	This will the new PC the list. The PC will be sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Delete	Delete the selected PC from the list. This should be done in 2 situations: The PC has been removed from your LAN. The entry is incorrect.
Refresh	Update the data on screen.
Generate Report	Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC database.
Advanced Administration	Click this to view the advanced "PC Database" screen.