Mako 8875 Product Handbook v1.1
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Virtual Private Networks allow you to assign secure remote access to your networks over
the Internet. You can link two Mako protected networks together using the
CMS
in
seconds, using only three mouse-clicks!
Linking three or more Mako protected networks is just as easy. The
CMS
allows this to
happen without static
IP Addresses
. In the same way you can also allow specified users
remote access to your Mako protected networks with the Remote VPN feature. A useful
feature for accessing your networks from home or while travelling.
1
!
Whilst all traffic from your Mako 8875 goes directly out onto the Internet, your Mako
sends traffic information securely to the
CMS
. This analysis gives you the ability to
monitor and control your Internet usage, using any Internet communication device
2
from any worldwide location. Simply log onto the Mako Networks website to see how
your business’s broadband Internet connection is being used, by whom and whether
this was for personal or business use, monitor where PCs on your network have been
going and much more.
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Because your Mako utilises the
CMS
, you or your designated IT Professional have 24
hour secure remote control over your connection to the Internet. Via the Mako Networks
website, you can modify firewall rules, create and disable
s, check usage patterns
VPN
and even change your networks
IP Address
ing.
Because the Mako 8875 is a centrally managed device, its software is kept up to date
automatically. The
CMS
looks after all software updates, security patches and system
updates for you. You can be assured that your Mako will continue to be current as long
as it has a current licence.
The Mako 8875 has facilities for incorporating optional feature enhancements such as
Advanced Content Filtering, Email Sanitisation and Spam protection as well as virus
protection. New features and options are implemented when necessary through
automatic updates.
Make sure you keep up to date by regularly logging into your Mako management
website.
1
Third Party software may be required.
2
E.g. a laptop/ PC / PDA / smartphone etc.
