Using the Configuration Menu (continued)
Tools > Misc.
Ping Test | The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a |
| computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you |
| wish to Ping, and click Ping. |
Block WAN Ping | Discard Ping from WAN side- If you choose to block WAN |
| Ping, the WAN IP Address of the |
| pings. Blocking the Ping may provide some extra security |
| from hackers. Click Enabled to block the WAN ping. |
SPI Mode | SPI or Stateful Packet Inspection is a type of firewall that |
| protects your network against hacker attacks by analyzing |
| packets to ensure that only authorized packets will be allowed |
| to enter your network. To enable this function, click the |
| Enabled radio button. This function is enabled by default. |
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