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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
4-Port SSL/IPSec VPN Router
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys 4-Port SSL/IPSec VPN Router. The Router is an advanced Internet-sharing
network solution for your small business needs. Like any router, it lets multiple computers in your office share an
Internet connection. It features a built-in, 4-port, full-duplex, 10/100 Ethernet switch to connect four PCs directly,
or you can connect more switches to create as big a network as you need.
The 5 SSL Virtual Private Network (VPN) tunnels gives your mobile workers a secure and easy way to stay
connected. Additionally, an IPSec gateway-to-gateway VPN tunnel facilitates branch office connectivity. As an
essential element of your business, this product provides security functions for authentication, encryption, and
firewall. Additional security features includes DOS prevention and HTTPS management, while the QoS features
provide consistent voice and video quality throughout your business.
Use the browser-based utility to configure settings and run convenient wizards that will help you set up the
Router and its access rules.
This User Guide will give you all the information you need to connect, set up, and configure the Router.
What’s in this Guide?
This User Guide covers the steps for setting up and using the 4-Port SSL/IPSec VPN Router.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.
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Chapter 2: Networking Basics
This chapter describes the basics of networking and VPNs.
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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Router
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network devices.
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Chapter 5: Setting Up and Configuring the Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to set up the Router and configure its settings.
Ethernet:
a network protocol that specifies
how data is placed on and retrieved from a
common transmission medium.
