Reference Manual for the Model DG824M Wireless ADSL Modem Gateway

802.11b Standards-based wireless networking

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Auto Sensing and Auto Uplink™ LAN Ethernet Connections

Extensive Internet Protocol Support

Easy, web-based setup for installation and management

A built-in ADSL modem

These features are discussed below.

802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking

The DG824M gateway includes an 802.11b-compliant wireless access point, providing continuous, high-speed 11 Mbps access between your wireless and Ethernet devices. The access point provides:

802.11b Standards-based wireless networking at up to 11 Mbps

64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption security

WEP keys can be generated manually or by passphrase

Wireless access can be restricted by MAC address.

A Powerful, True Firewall

Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the DG824M is a true firewall, using stateful packet inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include:

Denial of Service (DoS) protection

Automatically detects and thwarts Denial of Service (DoS) attacks such as Ping of Death, SYN Flood, LAND Attack and IP Spoofing.

Blocks unwanted traffic from the Internet to your LAN.

Blocks access from your LAN to Internet locations or services that you specify as off-limits.

Logs security incidents

The DG824M will log security events such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks, and administrator logins. You can configure the gateway to email the log to you at specified intervals. You can also configure the gateway to send immediate alert messages to your email address or email pager whenever a significant event occurs.

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NETGEAR DG824M manual 802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking, Powerful, True Firewall