SMC Networks SMCWBR11S-3GN manual Installing the Mini 3G Router, System Requirements

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INSTALLING THE MINI 3G ROUTER

The Mini 3G Broadband Router has two basic operating modes that can be set through the web-based management interface. For information on setting the mode suitable for your network environment. See “Operation Mode” on page 53.

◆Router Mode — A gateway mode that connects a wired LAN and wireless clients to an Internet access device, such as a cable or DSL modem. This is the factory set default mode.

◆Bridge Mode — An access point mode that extends a wired LAN to wireless clients.

In addition to these basic operating modes, the wireless interface supports

Wireless Distribution System (WDS) links to other Mini 3G Broadband

Routers. These advanced configurations are not described in this section.

See “Network Planning” on page 26 for more information.

In a basic configuration, how the Mini 3G Broadband Router is connected depends on the operating mode. The sections in this chapter describe connections for basic Router Mode and Bridge Mode operation.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

◆An Internet access device (DSL or Cable modem) with an Ethernet port connection.

◆An up-to-date web browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above or Mozilla Firefox 2.0 or above.

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