> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.deeep.network/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.deeep.network/hardware/setup-your-hardware/advanced-setups.md).

# Advanced Setups

DeEEP recommends using [UPnP](#using-upnp) if you already have it enabled.  If you are not already using UPnP on your router then using a [DMZ](#using-dmz-on-your-router) is the next easiest option.

## Using UPnP 

If your internet router supports UPnP *(about 3/5th have this enabled by default)* all you need to do is plug in your Deeep compute box to one of the router ports!

1. Remove the Deeep compute box from the box.
2. Plug ethernet port 1 into your router/switch/hub.
3. Plug in power to your Deeep compute box.
4. Sit back and enjoy earning $DeEEP.

## Using DMZ on your router

1. Remove the Deeep compute box from the box.
2. Plug ethernet port 1 into your router/switch/hub.
3. Plug in power to your Deeep compute box.
4. **Access your Internet Router Admin Panel**:
   * Open a web browser.
   * Enter the router’s IP address (commonly `192.168.0.1` or `192.168.1.1`) in the address bar.
   * Log in using your router's username and password.
5. **Navigate to DMZ Settings**:
   * Find the DMZ settings; it’s usually under the “Advanced” or “Security” settings.
6. **Enable DMZ**:
   * Turn on the DMZ feature.
   * Enter the IP address of the specific computer you want to place in the DMZ. This IP can often be found in the router’s DHCP client list.
7. **Save Settings**:
   * Save or apply the changes.
   * Restart your router if necessary.

## ISP with more than one public IP

[Many ISPs have the option to provide more than one public IP](/hardware/setup-your-hardware/isp-guidance-for-multiple-ips.md).  This is an ideal setup for Deeep.

1. Install a switch after your fiber/cable/DSL modem with a CAT5/6 cable
2. Plug the router you disconnected from the modem into the switch
   1. You may need to assign a static IP to your router depending on the instructions from your ISP
3. Plug ethernet port 1 into your router/switch/hub or other modem.
4. Plug in power to your Deeep compute box
5. Sit back and enjoy earning $DeEEP

## Behind NAT, CGNAT, or a strict firewall

You might find this on services like 4G/5G providers, Starlink, HughesNet or others that only provide carrier grade network address translation (CGNAT)

1. Remove the Deeep compute box from the box.
2. Plug ethernet port 1 into your router/switch/hub or other modem.
3. Plug in power to your Deeep compute box
4. Sit back and enjoy earning $DeEEP

{% hint style="warning" %}
Devices behind CGNAT or other NAT where ports cannot be opened will be eligible for half of the plugin rewards.
{% endhint %}