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C
HAPTER
1: I
NTRODUCING
THE
O
FFICE
C
ONNECT
C
ABLE
/DSL G
ATEWAY
Figure 2
Example Network Using a Cable/DSL Gateway
Cable/DSL Gateway
Advantages
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Shared Internet connection
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No need for a dedicated, “always on” computer serving as your Internet
connection
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Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh
computers
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Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration
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Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP)
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Acts as a Virtual server to enable remote access to Web, FTP, and other services
on your network
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Provides firewall protection against Internet hacker attacks
Package Contents
The OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Gateway kit includes the following items:
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One OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Gateway
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One power adapter for use with the Gateway
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Four rubber feet
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One Ethernet cable
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One CD-ROM containing the Gateway Discovery program and this User Guide
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Installation Guide
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One Support and Safety Information Sheet
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One Warranty Flyer
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.
Minimum System and
Component
Requirements
Your OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Gateway requires that the computer(s) and
components in your network be configured with at least the following:
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A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking
protocols (for example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or
higher).
Internet
Cable or DSL
modem
OfficeConnect
Cable/DSL Gateway
Summary of Contents for OfficeConnect 3C855
Page 16: ...16 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ...
Page 20: ...20 CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS ...
Page 54: ...54 CHAPTER 5 GATEWAY CONFIGURATION ...
Page 64: ...64 APPENDIX B IP ADDRESSING ...
Page 70: ...70 APPENDIX E END USER SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT ...
Page 72: ...72 APPENDIX F ISP INFORMATION ...
Page 78: ...78 INDEX ...
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