Chapter 5: FAQs
How many PCs simultaneously accessing the Internet can be supported by the BroadGuard?
253 PCs may simultaneously access the Internet via the BroadGuard.
Where should we install the BroadGuard on our network?
In a typical environment, the BroadGuard is installed between a cable/DSL modem and LAN. Connect the BroadGuard to the cable/DSL modem with Cat.5
Plug one end of the cable into the WAN port of the BroadGuard and the other end into the Ethernet port of the cable/DSL modem.
Does the BroadGuard support IPX or AppleTalk?
No. TCP/IP is the protocol standard for the Internet and has become the global standard for communications. IPX, a NetWare communications protocol used only to route messages from one node to another, and AppleTalk, a communications protocol used on Apple and Macintosh networks, can be used for LAN to LAN connections, but those protocols cannot connect from WAN to LAN.
I’m using Linux. Does the BroadGuard support this operating system?
Yes. The BroadGuard is compatible with any operating system.
Does the BroadGuard support 100Mbps Fast Ethernet?
Yes. Both 10 and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are supported.
Does the BroadGuard support ICQ send file?
Yes, with the following fix: ICQ
How do I get Napster to work with the BroadGuard?
Napster is fully compatible with the BroadGuard and requires no special settings.
Can multiple gamers on the LAN get on one game server and play simultaneously with just one public IP address?
It depends on which network game or what kind of game server you are using. For example, Unreal Tournament supports
How can I avoid receiving corrupted FTP downloads?
If you are experiencing corrupted files when you download a file with your FTP client, try using another FTP program.
How will I be notified of new BroadGuard firmware upgrades?
All firmware upgrades are posted on the SOHOware website at
