IOGear GNS1000 user manual Auto Switching of Cable Type, Network Attached Storage

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Benefits and Key Features

Auto Switching of Cable Type

Two types of cables, straight through and crossed-over, are used to connect Ethernet devices. In the past, network managers needed to maintain the two types of cables or customize them as needed. The BOSS™ uses new innovative technology that auto-detects which type of cable is being used and adjusts the ports accordingly. Ethernet devices thus can be connected together regardless of which type of cables are being used.

Network Attached Storage

Network Attached Storage (NAS) is the concept of simple shared storage on a network. NAS transfers data using industry standard file sharing protocols such as CIFS, AFP, NFS and FTP. Files can be shared simulta- neously by clients regardless of the operating system they are using or the network server they are attached to. This solution provides convenient common storage resources.

Dynamic Domain Name Service (DNS)

Dynamic DNS allows anyone to reach your host by the name only. Dynamic DNS will map that name to your current IP address, which changes each time you dial your Internet service provider. With a URL that stays the same all the time regardless of the IP address your, options become almost as unlimited as a normal content provider like www.indiatimes.com or www.yahoo.com.

DMZ

DMZ is a host that provides a nonrestrictive zone between a company’s private network and the outside public network. It prevents outside users from getting direct access to a server that has company data. It acts as a

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Contents Page Page Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Package Content and System Requirements This package contains System RequirementsOverview Features Virtual Private Network VPN Benefits and Key FeaturesEasy Installation SPI FirewallDynamic Domain Name Service DNS Auto Switching of Cable TypeNetwork Attached Storage FTP Server Pictorial Introduction Front ViewBack View WAN Port WAN MDI/MDIX SwitchReset Button LAN PortsInstallation Hardware InstallationCheck Your PC Windows only Installation Connecting to the Web-Based Manager Password. .3aInstallation Web-Based Manager Basic Settings Installation How the Router Works Internal Network InterfaceInstallation Domain Name Server External Network Interface Example 1 Fixed IP Address Settings Example 2 Dhcp Client ADSL/PPPoE Setting Enter the User Name and Password Example 3 Adsl ConnectionADSL/PPTP Client Setting Configuration Hierarchies Power Management Configuration HierarchiesOverview of Configuration Menu Power Management Power DownWake On LAN WOL Hard Disk StandbyNetwork Settings To Configure Your Network SettingsDhcp Server Settings To Disable the Dhcp Server Address to each device connected to the LAN port of BossIP Alias Multiple NAT Route Settings Ddns Network Settings Firewall Settings Setting up your FirewallFirewall Settings URL Filter Setup IP Filter Setup Denial of Service VPN Settings How to change your VPN settingsIPSec Settings VPN Settings 1a,b,c Pptp Settings User Management Manage Your Network UsersUser Group User Management NAS Management Setting Up Your BossHD Initialization Wizard NAS Management Advanced Enter the Workgroup Name and Computer DescriptionFor Unix-like Platform Users File Sharing NAS Management NAS Management System Management Instruction to Boss ManagementSystem Management Event Report Settings Firmware Update Current firmware version is shown asTime Settings Snmp Agent fieldSystem Reports Generating System ReportsSystem Reports System Log URL Log Dhcp Lease Report Care & Handling TroubleShooting Basic TroubleShootingSeagate Trouble Shooting Tip Contacting Iogear Service SupportTechnical Support Default Setting Table AppendixPower Button Description of LEDs Status MeaningSpecifications Product SpecificationsRadio & TV Interference Statement Limited Warranty Page Contact info