About the router reset, I actually had to reset to factory since I couldn't remember password to check on port forwarding settings. I used these guides:
http://portforward.com/english/route...e_-_Source.htm
http://portforward.com/english/route..._Offensive.htm
http://portforward.com/english/route...x_Live_360.htm
I also used their software to set up the static IP no problem.
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Ok I'll look into this next. Thanks.