Huawei WDR814G, WDR814IG user manual Can Internet users access LAN computers?

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Aolynk WDR814(I)g ADSL2+ Wireless Router User Manual

A FAQ

DNS (Domain name service): DNS is a protocol which translates a Domain Name to IP Addresses that Internet host can handle. Addressing systems using Domain name, like www.yahoo.com, is easier to use than an IP address, such as 204.71.177.70.

Q: What operating systems does ADSL Wireless Router series support?

ADSL Wireless Router uses standard TCP/IP protocol, it can work as long as you have the TCP/IP protocol installed in your operating system (For example: Windows 9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000, etc.)

Q: Can I use multiple E-mail accounts if I use ADSL Wireless Router?

Yes, you can. Some people think having one Internet account mean that they can only have one E-mail account. However, E-mail is set by mailbox accounts and is different from the account you use to connect to your ISP. If you want more E-mail accounts, you should contact your ISP or you can browse the Internet to apply for a free E-mail account.

Q: Can Internet users access LAN computers?

ADSL Wireless Router uses NAT to route all in/out packets. All external users can only see the IP of the ADSL Wireless Router and cannot access LAN computers. The LAN computers are well protected with the ADSL Wireless Router’s natural firewall.

Q: When should I use DMZ host?

Enable DMZ host when you want to have unrestricted communication between your PC and the Internet, for example, playing Internet games (i.e. Ages of Empire) or having multimedia conferences (i.e. NetMeeting).

Q:Does the ADSL Wireless Router support PPTP of VPN packets pass through?

Yes. ADSL Wireless Router supports single session PPTP pass through.

Q: Does the ADSL Wireless Router series support IPsec?

Yes. ADSL Wireless Router supports single session IPsec pass through.

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Contents Huawei BOM All Rights Reserved Trademarks Contents Management GlossaryOrganization About this ManualRelated Manuals Intended Audience ConventionsEnvironmental Protection Mouse OperationPreface About the Adsl Wireless Router IntroductionContents of the Adsl Wireless Router Package Features of the Adsl Wireless Router Hardware Installation & Setup Rear Panel & ConnectionsFront Panel LEDs OFFSystem Requirements and Setup Pots SplitterInstalling the TCP/IP Protocol Select the Configuration tab Important NoteHardware Installation & Setup Hardware Installation & Setup Fixed IP Addresses Configuration Hardware Installation & Setup Installing the USB driver Hardware Installation & Setup Hardware Installation & Setup Hardware Installation & Setup Internet Access Prepare your networkWeb-based User Interface ISPQuick Start this Adsl Wireless Router WAN Setup Internet Connection SetupInternet IP Address Subnet MaskGateway Domain NameName Password UserConnect DemandBridged mode Ddns Setup NTP Setup LAN Setup LAN IP setting & Dhcp settingRouting Setting Internet Access Wireless Setup Advanced Wireless Setting Setting WEP KeyBeacon IntervalInternet Access Security Access PolicyAdvanced Applications Firewall URLServices Virtual ServerWeb Filter BlockAdvanced Applications Forwarding Application Protocol Port RangeTrigger EnableEnable Check to make this trigger setting active DMZ Host Management Settings ManagementLog RemoteManagement FunctionDiagnostic-Ping Upgrade Firmware Managemen Troubleshooting HardwareCannot access my ISP’s home page, why? Client Side ComputersFAQ Can Internet users access LAN computers? Technical Specifications Mounting DimensionPower Glossary 10Base-T / 100Base-TDhcp ISP PPP WEP