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Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum number of IP Addresses the BLW-04G can support?
The BLW-04G can support up to 253 IP Addresses in the range of
192.168.1.2~192.168.1.254.
Q: Where should the BLW-04G be installed on the network?
In a typical environment, the BLW-04G should be installed between the
ADSL/Cable modem and your LAN. Connect the BLW-04G to the Ethernet port
of the ADSL/Cable modem, and connect your PCs to the RJ45 jack on the LAN
side.
Q: Does the BLW-04G support IPX or AppleTalk?
No. The BLW-04G was designed to provide a multiple user LAN with shared
Internet access and supports only the TCP/IP Protocol. If your Novell or Apple
system is configured with TCP/IP, the BLW-04G can support them.
Q: Does the BLW-04G support 100Mb Ethernet?
Yes, the BLW-04G supports both 10Mb & 100Mb Ethernet on the LAN side.
Q: What is “NAT” and what is it used for?
The Network Address Translation (NAT) Protocol translates multiple IP
Addresses on a private LAN into a single public IP Address that is accessible
to the Internet. NAT not only provides the basis for multiple IP Address sharing
but also adds to the LAN’s security since the multiple IP Addresses of LAN
computers are never transmitted directly to the Internet.
Q: How can BLW-04G share single user account to multiple users?
BLW-04G combines the following technologies to enable this function.
NAT (Network Address Translation): NAT is a technology which can create a
private network domain behind a public IP. It is usually used as a firewall. It can
also be used when there are not enough IP Address.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol): DHCP is a protocol used to
assign IP Address to internal computers automatically. It can save a lot of IP
configuration. This protocol is supported by Windows 95/NT, Mac OS, and
many other popular OS.
DNS (Domain name service): DNS is a protocol which translates a Domain
Name to IP Addresses that Internet host can handle. Addressing systems
using Domain name, like www.yahoo.com, is easier to use than an IP address,
such as 204.71.177.70.
Q: What operating systems does BLW-04G series support?
