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Hardware Description
The Barricade contains an integrated DSL modem and connects to the
Internet or to a remote site using its RJ-11 WAN port. It connects directly
to your PC or to a local area network using any of the four RJ-45 Fast
Ethernet LAN ports or via a wireless network adapter.
Access speed to the Internet depends on your service type. Full-rate ADSL
provides up to 8 Mbps downstream and 640 Kbps upstream. G.lite (or
splitterless) ADSL provides up to 1.5 Mbps downstream and 512 Kbps
upstream. However, you should note that the actual rate provided by
specific service providers may vary dramatically from these upper limits.
Data passing between devices connected to your local area network can
run at up to 100 Mbps over the Fast Ethernet ports and 11 Mbps over the
built-in wireless network adapter.
The Barricade includes an LED display on the front panel for system
power and port indications that simplifies installation and network
troubleshooting. It also provides the following ports on the rear panel:
Item Description
LAN
Ports
Fast Ethernet ports (RJ-45). Connect devices on your local area
network to these ports (i.e., a PC, hub, or switch).
Parallel
printer
port
One parallel printer port that can be connected to a printer. This
printer can then be shared by all LAN users.
Reset
Button
Use this button to reset the power and restore the default factory
settings. To reset without losing configuration settings, see “Reset”
on page 4-59.
Power
Inlet
Connect the included power adapter to this inlet.
Warning: Using the wrong type of power adapter may cause
damage.
WAN
Port
WAN port (RJ-11). Connect your DSL line to this port.