Siemens SS2524 manual Wireless Features, Advanced Internet Functions, LAN Features

SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router User Guide

∙PPPoE and PPTP Support. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Con- nection" type services.

∙Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Speed- Stream Powerline Wireless Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.

Wireless Features

∙Standards Compliant. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router complies with the IEEE802.11b (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.

∙WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit and 128 Bit keys are supported.

∙Access Control. The Access Control feature can ensure that only trusted Wireless Stations can access your LAN.

∙Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed quickly and easily.

Advanced Internet Functions

∙Conferencing & Telephony Applications. Internet Telephony and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported.

∙Special Internet Applications. Applications that use non-standard connections or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such appli- cations 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 that 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 Support. VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.

LAN Features

∙4-Port Switching Hub. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router incorporates a 4- port 10/100BaseT-switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. Any hub port will automatically act as a “unlink” port when required, making it easy to connect to another hub.

∙Powerline Interface. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router includes a stan- dards-compliant Powerline adapter. This allows all your network users - wired, Wireless, or Powerline - to communicate with each other.

∙DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router 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 the Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing ta- ble.

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