andyrossPremium,MVM
join:2003-05-04
Schaumburg, IL | Comcast's opt-out is based on your modem's MAC address. When a DHCP request related to that MAC is asked for, it passes on the one of the 2 sets of DNS servers, depending on if you are in or out.
The only drawback is that if you change modems, you need to opt out again.
Also, after the opt-out, you need to reboot your router (or computer if directly connected). You may still need to reboot your computer, or at least do an "IPCONFIG /RENEW" so the computer itself grabs the newer DNS passed on by the router. |
 jlivingoodPremium,VIP
join:2007-10-28
Philadelphia, PA
kudos:1 | said by andyross:Also, after the opt-out, you need to reboot your router (or computer if directly connected). You may still need to reboot your computer, or at least do an "IPCONFIG /RENEW" so the computer itself grabs the newer DNS passed on by the router. True - if you want that opt-out to take immediate effect then you do need to reboot that router/computer. Otherwise, when your DHCP lease renews naturally it will take effect (understandably some users won't want to wait for that).
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JL
Comcast |
