TiVo Series2 Supplementary Manual

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Completing the DVR’s Network Settings
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Subnet Mask
A subnet mask allows communication between a large network (such as the 
Internet) and a smaller sub-network (such as your home network). It uses 
the same format as an IP address and is usually provided by your Internet 
service provider (ISP). The subnet mask for a home network is usually 
‘255.255.255.0’.
You may also be able to find the subnet mask by inspecting the IP settings 
of a computer on the same home network.
Gateway (Router) Address
Enter the IP address of your home gateway or router. The IP address is 
usually available in the configuration screens for your gateway or router. 
Some common values for the gateway or router IP address on a home 
network are ‘192.168.0.1’ and ‘192.168.1.1’. If you use a router supplied by 
your Internet service provider (ISP), your ISP should also have supplied the 
router’s IP address. 
You may also be able to find the home gateway or router IP address by 
inspecting the IP settings of a computer on the same home network.
DNS (Domain Name Server) Address
If your home network includes a broadband connection to the Internet, 
your Internet service provider (ISP) will have given you a DNS address. 
You may also be able to find the DNS address by inspecting the IP settings 
of a computer on the same home network.
Confirm Settings
Review the settings and select “Accept these settings” if they are correct.
Congratulations, your TiVo Series2 DVR should now be connected to your 
home network!
For steps you can take to troubleshoot issues with your TCP/IP Settings, 
see “General Network Troubleshooting” on page 53.
Change Connection Type?
If your DVR connects to the TiVo service over a phone line, you will see this 
screen anytime you complete Wireless Settings or TCP/IP Settings. Only 
select ‘Yes,’ if your DVR is connected to a network that includes an always-
on Internet connection. Advantages of connecting to the TiVo service over 
the Internet are:
• You may disconnect your phone line from the DVR. You only need to 
reconnect your phone line if you repeat Guided Setup.
• If you have Home Media Option, you can use Remote Scheduling to 
schedule a program to record an hour before it begins.