Reference Guide for the Model RT311 and RT314 Internet Access Gateway Routers
•PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE)
PPP over Ethernet is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an
Security
The Model RT311 and RT314 routers are equipped with several features designed to maintain security, as described in this section.
•PCs Hidden by NAT
Network address translation (NAT) opens a temporary path to the Internet for requests originating from the local network. Requests originating from outside the LAN are discarded, preventing users outside the LAN from finding and directly accessing the PCs on the LAN.
•Packet Filtering
The Model RT311 and RT314 routers provide extensive packet filtering capabilities. Packets are allowed or discarded based on their source or destination addresses, service port numbers, or raw data patterns within the packet.
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The Model RT311 and RT314 routers perform
Easy Installation and Management
You can install, configure, and operate the Model RT311 or RT314 Internet Access Gateway Router within minutes after connecting it to the network. The following features simplify installation and management tasks:
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•Manager Interface
The Manager interface manages and configures the router through an easily understood screen process. You can access this interface through the MANAGER port on the rear panel of the router or from across the network, using a Telnet session. The Manager Interface provides access to advanced features such as custom filters.
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