NETGEAR ProSafe FVM318, Reference Manual

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Reference Manual for the Model FVM318 Cable/DSL ProSafe Wireless VPN Security Firewall
2-6 Connecting the Firewall to the Internet
d.
Connect the Ethernet cable (B) which came with the firewall from a Local port on the
router to your computer.
Figure 2-3: Connect the computers on your network to the firewall
Note: The FVM318 firewall incorporates Auto Uplink TM technology. Each LAN Ethernet port
will automatically sense whether the cable plugged into the port should have a 'normal'
connection (e.g. connecting to a PC) or an 'uplink' connection (e.g. connecting to a switch or
hub). That port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also
eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either
type of cable to make the right connection.
e.
Turn on the Cable or DSL modem and wait about 30 seconds for the lights to stop
blinking.
2.
Log in to the Firewall
Note: To connect to the firewall, your computer needs to be configured to obtain an IP address
automatically via DHCP. Please refer to
Appendix C, "Preparing Your Network" for
instructions on how to do this.
a.
Turn on the firewall and wait for the Test light to stop blinking.
b.
Now, turn on your computer.
Note: If you usually run software to log in to your Internet connection, do not run that
software.
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Cable or
DSL modem
B
A
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