david walcroft wrote: > I changed the Eth1 address to 192.168.0.1 > Subnet default to 255.255.255.255 Most likely it should be 255.255.255.0 > default Gateway to 192.168.0.0 Probably should not be set at all for that interface. Post the output of "netstat -rn". > Would this be correct > I'm using a crossover cable. If you are using a crossover cable on eth1 then you don't need DHCP. Better to go with static network settings. > I see that there's a DHCP upgrade in Updates,I hope this can help with > this problem. Just forget about using DHCP on eth1. Life will be easier. > I have changed my ethernet card on Eth1. > My Iptables have not been changed for a long time,how would I test it > for any problems.