Milan Technology MIL-W1311 manual Introduction, Chapter, Wireless Gateway Features, LAN Features

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Introduction

This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Gateway's features and capabilities.

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Gateway Multi-Function Wireless Gateway. The Wireless Gateway is a multi-function device providing the following services (the wireless functions are only available on the MIL-W1311 or an MIL-W0133 with an MIL-

W1897 wireless adapter):

•Shared Internet Access via an DSL or Cable modem on the WAN (Ethernet) port, OR via an analog modem or ISDN TA on the Serial (RS232) port.

•Wireless LAN Access Point (base station) for equipment compliant with the IEEE802.11b (DSSS) specifications. Available on the MIL-W1311 (MIL-W0311 with MIL-W1897)

•Network Printer - LAN and WLAN users can share the printer attached to the Wireless Gateway.

•RAS Dial-in Access - Remote users can use the Wireless Gateway to connect to the LAN and access LAN resources, including the Wireless Gateway's printer and Broadband Inter- net access.

Figure 1: Wireless Gateway

Wireless Gateway Features

The Wireless Gateway incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.

LAN Features

•Dual LAN ports. The Wireless Gateway has two (2) 10/100BaseT Ethernet LAN ports. Normally, the “Hub” port is used to connect the Wireless Gateway to a 10/100BaseT hub on your LAN. But if desired, the “PC” port can be used to connect the Wireless Gateway directly to your PC, using a standard LAN cable.

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

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