7004VBR – Manual
6.2.7 UPnP
The Barricade supports UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), a networking architecture that provides compatibility amongst networking equipment. This feature allows an UPnP based operating system, like Windows XP to automatically communicate with the Barricade and open the required services when needed.
6.2.8 Tools
Use the “Tools” menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the Barricade.
∙Configuration Tools o Backup
Backup saves the Barricade’s configuration to a file. o Restore
To restore settings from a saved backup configuration file. o Restore to factory defaults
Restores the Barricade settings back to the factory default settings.
∙Firmware Upgrade
This tool permits easy downloading of the latest Firmware. Download the upgrade file from the SMC website (www.smc.com) and save it to your hard drive. Browse for the file and then click “Apply”. Check the Status page Information section to confirm that the upgrade process was successful.
∙Reboot
Click “Apply” to reboot the Barricade. The reset will be complete when the power LED stops blinking.
Note: Some options, when enabled, will require you to reboot the router. You can use this option to perform that function.
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