Configuring IPv6 Settings
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Go to Control
Panel > Network &
Virtual Switch.
The Network & Virtual Switch window opens.
- Go to Network > Interfaces.
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Identify the adapter that you
want to configure and then click
> Configure.
The Configure window opens.
- Go to the IPv6 tab.
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Configure the IPv6
settings.
Setting
Description
Disable
Do not assign an IPv6 address.
IPv6 Auto-Configuration (Stateful)
The adapter automatically acquires an IPv6 address and DNS settings from the DHCPv6-enabled server.
Important:This option requires an available DHCPv6-enabled server on the network.
IPv6 Auto-Configuration (Stateless)
The adapter automatically acquires an IPv6 address and DNS settings from the router.
Important:This option requires an available IPv6 RA(router advertisement)-enabled router on the network.
Use static IP address
Manually assign a static IP address to the adapter. You must specify the following information:
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Fixed IP address
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Prefix length
Tip:Obtain the prefix length information from your network administrator.
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Default gateway
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- Click Apply.
Network & Virtual Switch updates the IPv6 settings.