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Prestige 861H Series User’s Guide
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IP Policy Routing (IPPR)
Traditionally, routing is based on the destination address only and the router takes the
shortest path to forward a packet. IP Policy Routing (IPPR) provides a mechanism to
override the default routing behavior and alter the packet forwarding based on the policy
defined by the network administrator.
Multiple PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuits) Support
Your Prestige supports up to 10 PVCs including UBR, CBR and VBR.
Multiplexing
The Prestige supports LLC-based multiplexing only.
Networking Compatibility
Your Prestige is compatible with the major VDSL DSLAM (Digital Subscriber Line Access
Multiplexer) providers, making configuration as simple as possible for you.
Packet Filters
The Prestige's packet filtering functions allows added network security and management.
Housing
Your Prestige's compact and ventilated housing minimizes space requirements making it easy
to position anywhere in your busy office.
1.1.2 Applications for the Prestige
Here are some example uses for which the Prestige is well suited.
1.1.2.1 Home Gateway Applications
Some applications for your Prestige are explained below. Other applications include
Video, Voice over IP (VoIP), Internet Group Multicast Protocol (IGMP) and Data, see
sections on Internet Access, Internet Single User Account and LAN to LAN Application.
Middleware
This is software that provides a way for two systems to exchange information or connect with
one another even though they have different interfaces. For example, you can use middleware
to have a VDSL based bridge communicate with a Set Top Box.