Frequently Asked Questions

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There are only 4 LAN ports on the Gateway. How are additional computers connected?

You can expand the number of connections available on your LAN by using hubs, switches and wireless access points connected to the Gateway. 3Com wireless access points and OfficeConnect hubs and switches provide a simple, reliable means of expanding your network; contact your supplier for more information, or visit:

http://www.3com.com/

Does the Gateway support virtual private networks (VPNs)?

The Gateway supports VPN passthrough, which allows VPN clients on the LAN to communicate with VPN hosts on the Internet. It is also possible to set up VPN hosts on your LAN that clients elsewhere on the Internet can connect to, but this is not a recommended configuration.

Where can I download software upgrades for the Gateway?

Upgrades to the Gateway software are posted on the 3Com support web site, accessible by visiting:

http://www.3com.com.

What other online resources are there?

The 3Com Knowledgebase at:

http://knowledgebase.3com.com

is a database of technical information covering all 3Com products. It is updated daily with information from 3Com technical support services, and it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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