diff --git a/docs/en/FAQ/How-to-check-for-CGNAT.md b/docs/en/FAQ/How-to-check-for-CGNAT.md index 237d94d9..5d7da4ad 100644 --- a/docs/en/FAQ/How-to-check-for-CGNAT.md +++ b/docs/en/FAQ/How-to-check-for-CGNAT.md @@ -11,14 +11,23 @@ If you have connection problems and you are using a Hosting-Service, contact the ## Method 1: Open a command prompt, run ``tracert -4 beammp.com``. This will output a series of network hops. Wait for the operation to finish (may take up to 30 hops). Check the first few IP addresses after the IP of your Router/Modem/Gateway. If multiple IP addresses within the range of ``100.64.x.x``-``100.127.x.x`` or ``10.xx.xx.xx`` appear after the first hop, you are most likely behind a CGNAT. -The first hop is your Router/Modem/Gateway and differs between Devices. + +!!!Note Note + + The first hop will be your Router/Modem/Gateway and differs between Devices. + The official ranges for local networks are as follows: ``10.0.0.xxx`` - ``192.168.xxx.xxx`` - ```172.16.xxx.xxx`` ## Method 2: Find out the WAN IP on your router by looking it up on its interface. Compare it to the IP posted on e.g. https://whatsmyip.org . If they are NOT the same, you are behind a CGNAT. ## Method 3/Solution: Call your Internet Service Provider for assistance. -Depending on your ISP, they might not offer dedicated *dynamic* IP adresses, or as a paid option only. Keep in mind, that a static IP is not necessary. +Depending on your ISP, they might not offer dedicated *dynamic* IP adresses. Keep in mind, that a static IP is not necessary. + +!!! Warning + + Internet Service Providers may only offer dedicated IP addresses as a **pad option**. + Please check the prices of our partnered hosting services as they could be cheaper than this fee! Example of a non-CGNAT Network: