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EtherFast Cable/DSL Routers

Introduction

The Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Router

Congratulations on your purchase of a Linksys Instant Broadband EtherFast Cable/DSL Router. The EtherFast Cable/DSL Router is the perfect option to connect a small group of PCs to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection or to an Ethernet backbone. Configurable as a DHCP server, the EtherFast Cable/DSL Router acts as the only externally recognized Internet device on your local area network (LAN). The Router serves as an Internet firewall, protecting your network from being accessed by outside users. All incoming data packets are monitored and filtered. The router can also be configured to block internal users' access to the Internet.

Not only will all of your PCs now be able to enjoy your lightening-fast Broadband Internet connection, they will also be able to share internal net- work data. Add it all together and your small network will hum along faster than you ever thought possible.

Features

•Connects to a Broadband modem or to an Ethernet backbone.

•Equipped with a 4-port 10/100 Switch (BEFSR41 only).

•Connects all of your PCs to the Internet with only one purchased IP address.

•Creates a firewall to protect your PCs from outside intruders.

•Configurable through any networked PC's web browser using Netscape or Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher.

•The switch dramatically speeds up your gaming and multimedia connec- tions.

•Can simultaneously act as both a DHCP Server on the LAN and a DHCP Client on the WAN.

•Compatible with virtually all standard Internet applications.

•Administrators can block specific interior users' Internet access.

•DMZ Host option provides two-way communication between one PC and your Internet services.