NETGEAR RH348 Preface, Purpose, Audience

Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR	™ Model RT328 ISDN Router or Model
RH348 ISDN Router.

These ISDN router models provide connection for one or more computer workstations to the Internet or to the ofﬁce over Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) lines. They operate at a speed of up to 512 kilobits per second (Kbps) or 128 Kbps without compression. At these speeds, you can download video clips, music, or high-resolution color graphics from the World Wide Web or other online services many times faster than you can with an analog modem. The routers support concurrent data and voice communications, reducing cost and administration of multiple phone lines.

Purpose

This guide describes the features of the Model RT328 router and the Model RH348 router and provides installation and conﬁguration instructions. When discussing features, functions, or speciﬁcations that apply to both router models, the guide refers to the Model RT328/RH348 router.

Audience

To conﬁgure and install the Model RT328/RH348 router, you should have the following background and experience:

•Working knowledge of basic network management concepts and terminology

•Working knowledge of tools and procedures for installing and operating sensitive electronic equipment

Preface