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Chapter 1 - Introduction
About the BR Router
Congratulations on your purchase of the BR Router Ethernet to wide area router. The BR Router supports the IP, IPX, AppleTalk, and DECnet protocols, with dial-
This manual will help you install the BR Router to connect your local Ethernet to a wide area network. The wide area network may be connected to other DCB routers, or to routers from other vendors. You can also use the BR Router to connect your network to an Internet Service Provider.
In short, the installation steps are:
1.Install the BR Router hardware and connect it to a line communication device (including a modem, CSU/DSU, or ISDN Terminal Adapter).
2.Select the management method you wish to use with the router. If you want to use the RouterView management software, you must install the software on a Windows PC or Macintosh computer which is connected to your network.
3.Configure the BR Router LAN and WAN parameters using the management method you have chosen.
If you have any difficulties during the installation or use of the BR Router that are not answered by this guide, please call DCB or your BR Router reseller. DCB’s phone number is listed on the front of this guide. We will be happy to help you.
The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you with all the information you will need to use the BR Router on your network.
Getting Started
This part of the manual describes the contents of the BR Router package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will need to install the router.
Hardware Installation
Here you will find