Multi-Tech RouteFinder RF802EW, User Manual

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Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. RouteFinder RF802EW User Guide
Chapter 1 - Introduction
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Description of the RF802EW RouteFinder
Congratulations on the purchase of the Multi-Tech System’s RouteFinder model
RF802EW, one of the finest broadband routers available today.
The RouteFinder RF802EW provides wireless users with seamless access to their
existing wired LAN, enabling them to share broadband access to the Internet as well as
other resources. Using the IEEE 802.11b wireless standard, the RouteFinder provides
increased speed--up to 11 Mbps--and mobility between the desktop, conference room,
or campus. It supports a DSL or cable modem connection to the Internet to provide
shared Internet access for up to 253 users. The RF802EW includes one asynchronous
port for backup Internet access or dial-in remote access.
Wireless Networking. The RouteFinder’s integrated IEEE 802.11b-compliant access
point provides mobility, enabling access to shared resources without requiring a
physical connection. The RouteFinder also communicates with other access points on
the network to provide roaming from one cell to another.
Connects up to 253 internal IP addresses to the Internet with broadband
speed. The RouteFinder can be configured as a DHCP server to handle requests for
Internet services and route to and from the ISP. Up to 253 internal IP addresses are
connected to the Internet with only one IP account. The WAN Ethernet port has a
bandwidth of 10 Mbps which is 179 times faster than a 56k modem and can support
DSL or cable speeds of up to 5 Mbps.
Network Security. The RouteFinder uses 64-bit WEP encryption for wireless LAN
security. WEP prevents intruder access to the network and prevents the capture of
wireless LAN traffic by eavesdropping. The RouteFinder uses the NAT protocol to
provide security from hackers attempting to access the office LAN without the extra cost
of a firewall. It implements firewall and gateway security for LAN-based resources.
Additionally, the RouteFinder supports Internet access restriction by IP address, client
protocols or a list of forbidden sites.
Dial Backup or Dial-in RAS Port. The RouteFinder also provides an additional
asynchronous port that, when connected to a dial-up modem or ISDN terminal adapter,
serves as a backup resource for Internet access if your cable or DSL service goes down.
It can also serve as dial-in remote access for your telecommuters or mobile users.
Virtual Server Support. In addition to providing shared Internet access, the
RouteFinder can support Web, FTP or other Internet servers. Once configured, the
RouteFinder accepts only unsolicited IP packets addressed to the Web or FTP server.
LAN Segmentation. For added LAN security, the RouteFinder can be used to segment
the LAN by connecting the corporate servers to one RouteFinder Ethernet port and the
Internet Servers to the other Ethernet port. This configuration puts the corporate
servers behind a firewall and the Internet servers outside the firewall. To continue to
provide Internet access, connect a modem, or ISDN terminal adapter to the
RouteFinder’s asynchronous port.
The RouteFinder RF802EW