Soho NBG800 manual Does the BroadGuard pass Pptp packets?

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Does the BroadGuard pass PPTP packets?

Yes.

Does the BroadGuard support IPSec?

This function will be supported in later firmware upgrades.

What is the recommended maximum number of VPN sessions I can run on the BroadGuard?

We recommend the number of sessions is five or less to prevent influencing the throughput of the BroadGuard.

Will the BroadGuard function in a Macintosh environment?

Yes, but the BroadGuard’s setup pages are accessible only through Internet Explorer v4.0 or Netscape Navigator v4.0 or higher for Macintosh.

With which type of firewall is the BroadGuard equipped?

The BroadGuard uses NAT, anti-DoS (Denial of Service) and (SPI) Stateful Packet Inspection.

What is DoS (Denial of Service)?

The goal of a Denial of Service (DoS) attack is not to steal information, but to disable a device or network so users no longer have access to network resources. For example, "TearDrop", a DoS hacker tool which is widely available on the Internet, allows users to remotely crash any unprotected Windows computer on the Internet. Most types of Internet attacks try to exploit the weaknesses in the TCP stacks of the operating systems of host machines. BroadGuard protects against the following types of DoS attacks:

SYN Flooding

Ping of Death

LAND attacks

Smurf attacks

IP Spoofing

TearDrop

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What is Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI)?

Stateful Packet Inspection is a technology similar to that used in enterprise- level firewall products. It is generally regarded as a "state of the art" firewall technology. With SPI, the BroadGuard makes security decisions based on the origination of Internet sessions. The BroadGuard will allow incoming data

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Contents BroadGuard User’s GuideTrademarks Ii SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL RouterPacking List SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL RouterTable of Contents Troubleshooting Faqs Appendix a VPN Remote Access List of Figures Vi SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL RouterCable Broadband Connection Viii SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL Router Select Network Component TypeFeatures and Benefits IntroductionGetting to Know Your BroadGuard Front PanelLED Indicators Rear PanelReset What You Need InstallationBroadband Internet Account Connecting the BroadGuard Making a ConnectionWired LAN Extension Network ExtensionWireless LAN Extension Wireless LAN ExtensionClick Start/Settings/Control Panel Figure Network ConfigurationWindows 95/98/Me Select Network Component Type TCP/IP Properties-1 TCP/IP Properties-2 Click Start/Settings/Control Panel Windows NTMicrosoft TCP/IP Properties-1 Windows Microsoft TCP/IP Properties-2Click Properties SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL Router Network and Dial-upConnectionsLocal Area Connection Properties Click OK to complete the installation Using the Dhcp server to assign an IP address Mac OSRestart your computer BroadGuard Network Configuration Network ConfigurationEntering the BroadGuard Setup Home Setup Advanced Setup HomeSetup BasicSetup Start Basic Broadband ConnectionFinding your PC Host Name Network Windows System PropertiesDSL Setup DSL Broadband Connection Hacker Attack E-mail Alerts Hacker Attack E-mail AlertsChange Password Change PasswordAccess Control AdvancedGlobally Disallowed Websites/Keywords DMZ Host Disable DMZ HostDhcp Settings Dhcp SettingsStatus InternetPPPoE Check DSL Users Only ToolsBroadGuard PPPoE Service Running PPPoE Check Unsuccessful View Current Access Control Settings Hacker Alert TestAccess Monitor Download FirmwareWindows Users Mac & Linux UsersTroubleshooting Status LED stays lit when it shouldn’tWindows 95/98/Me Click Start/Programs/Command Prompt RefreshClick Start/Programs/Accessories/Command Prompt Type ExitCommand Prompt-4 SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL Router FAQs Where should we install the BroadGuard on our network?Does the BroadGuard pass Pptp packets? Which modems are compatible with the BroadGuard? Client Configuration e.g. Microsoft Pptp Appendix a VPN Remote AccessBroadGuard VPN Server Configuration Windows 98/98/SE/Me VPN Client SetupSelect Network Adapters Network Welcome to Dial-Up Networking Make New Connection-2 Dial-Up Networking Windows 2000 VPN Server Setup Connection EstablishedCommon Configurations Internet Connection Click Next. The New Address Range box will open Figure Managing Multiple Remote Access Servers Check No, I don’t want… then click NextSOHOware Secure Cable/DSL Router Set User Permissions Administrative Tools User Properties SOHOware Secure Cable/DSL Router Appendix B Glossary EthernetTCP/IP VPN Technical Specifications Support from Your Network Supplier Technical SupportSupport from SOHOware Hardware SOHOware Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Service Procedures SoftwareReturn for Credit Services after Warranty PeriodLimitation of Liability EC Declaration of Conformity