Advanced Internet Functions, LAN Features

DSL/Cable Router User Guide

•Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the DSL/Cable Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connec- tion) and Fixed IP Address.

Advanced Internet Functions

•Conferencing & Telephony Applications. Internet Telephony and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported.

•Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.

•Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.

•DMZ. One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs that are incompatible with Firewalls.

•URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.

•Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.

•VPN Support. VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.

LAN Features

•4-Port Switching Hub. The DSL/Cable Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.

•DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The DSL/Cable Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.

•Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported, via the Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing ta- ble.

•Network Printer. The printer attached to the DSL/Cable Router becomes a "Network Printer", available to all Windows and Linux (Unix) clients on your LAN.

Configuration & Management

•Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN for configuration.

•Remote Management. The DSL/Cable Router can be managed from any PC on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.

•UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con- figuration of the DSL/Cable Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.