LAN Configuration Field Info Needed to Set Static IP

Ever since I got my MBLD years ago, it disconnects frequently.  I was advised in this community to set my IP Address to Static.  This appears to make sense and may be good for many users.  That said how do I know what to enter for: 1) Netmask; 2) Gateway; and 3) DNS Server???  I assume for IP Address I can just use 192.168.1.88 or something like that that is not already occupied (is that true)?

Thanks for your help.

Hi,

I found the following link online.

http://www.howtogeek.com/howto/19249/how-to-assign-a-static-ip-address-in-xp-vista-or-windows-7/

It has all the necesary information on how to set an static IP.

Hope is helpfull.

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