How Do You Configure A Router For P2P Networking?
Many P2P networking programs require certain network ports to be fully open in order to operate at peak efficiency. While the ports on the host computer can often be opened by the P2P software itself, if the computer connects to a router for Internet access, the same ports must also be opened on the router. This task cannot be performed by the P2P software and must be done by either the user or the network administrator. This guide will help the average user learn how to configure a router for P2P networking. Locate the owner’s manual for the router. Find the default IP address, user name, and password for the router. Type the IP address of the router into a web browser window, and press the “Enter” key on the keyboard or the “Go” button in the browser. Typically, the address will be something like “http://192.168.0.1.” Enter the user name and the password into the appropriate boxes. Many routers use “Admin” as the default for both the password and user name. Find the section in the ro
