Reference Guide for the Model RO318 Cable/DSL Security Router
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Setting Up the Hardware
Local Network Hardware Requirements
The Model RO318 Cable/DSL Security Router is intended for use in a network of personal
computers (PCs) that are interconnected by twisted-pair Ethernet cables.
PC Requirements
To install and run the Model RO318 router over your network of PCs, each PC must have the
following:
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An installed Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC).
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A connection to the network via a hub or switch. If all PCs on the network will not run at the
same speed (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps), you need to use a dual-speed hub or switch. The Model
RO318 router provides an 8-port switch capable of either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation.
Links operating at 100 Mbps must be connected with Category 5 cable.
Access Device Requirement
The shared broadband access device (cable modem or DSL modem) must provide a standard
10BASE-T Ethernet interface.
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