Introduction 1-1
v1.0, April 2007
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the ProSafe™ Wireless ADSL Modem VPN Firewall
Router. It also includes the minimum prerequisites for installation (“System Requirements” on
page 1-5.), what’s in the box (“Package Contents” on page 1-6) and a description of the front and
back panels of the DGFV338 (“Hardware Description” on page 1-6). The location of the default
settings to log in to the router is presented in “Router Login Factory Defaults” on page 1-9 and
suggestions on placement of your router to achieve maximum wireless range are in “Placement of
your NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338” on page 1-10.
Key Features of the NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338
The NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338 with eight-port switch connects your local area network
(LAN) to the Internet through an internal ADSL modem or through the Ethernet port via an
external modem. It provides wireless LAN connectivity operating at 2.4GHz (802.11b/g).
The NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338 has a built-in Stateful Packet Inspection Firewall (SPI)
preventing Denial of Service attacks and provides Internet access for up to 253 users. The
NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338 provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus
browsing activity reporting and instant alerts—both, via e-mail. Network administrators can
establish restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Website addresses and address keywords,
and share high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for a local network.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the firewall within minutes.
The NETGEAR ProSafe DGFV338 provides the following features:
• An internal ADSL modem supporting Annex A or Annex B (depending upon region).
• One 10/100 Mbps Ethernet WAN port.
• 802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11g/b, or Auto 108Mbps.
• Support for up to 50 IPSe c VPN tunnels.
• Easy, web-based setup for installation and management.
• URL keyword Content Filtering and Site Blocking Security.
• Quality of Service (QoS) support for traffic prioritization.
• Built in 8-port 10/100 Mbps switch.