VRT-401 User Manual

Advanced Internet Functions

Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applica- tions, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.

Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connec- tions or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.

Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.

DMZ. One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2- way communication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs which are incompatible with Firewalls.

URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.

Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.

VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configura- tion is required.

LAN Features

4-Port Switching Hub. VRT-401 incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switch, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.

DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. VRT-401 can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.

Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported, via VRT-401’s RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing table.

DMZ Port. Used when allowing Servers on your LAN to be accessed from the Internet, the DMZ port provides additional protection for both your Servers and your LAN.

Configuration & Management

Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configuration.

Remote Management. VRT-401 can be managed from any PC on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.

UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and configuration of VRT-401. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.

Security Features

Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.

NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation) technology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the loca-

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Planet Technology VRT-401 Advanced Internet Functions, LAN Features, Configuration & Management, Security Features