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This section contains a list of questions concerning the Gateway, and answers to the questions.
General
I have run out of Ethernet ports on my Gateway. How do I add more computers?
Plugging in an Ethernet hub or switch can expand the number of ports on the Gateway. Connect a
standard Ethernet cable from the “Uplink” port of the new hub or switch to an Ethernet port on the
Gateway, then connect additional computers to the Ethernet hub or switch.
Which protocols does the Gateway support?
The internal
LAN
connections support multiple protocols (e.g.
TCP
/
IP
, Net
BEUI
,
IPX
/
SPX
, and
AppleTalk). The External
WAN
connection supports only
TCP
/
IP
.
Which connection speeds does the Gateway support?
The
LAN
connections on the Gateway support 10/100 Mbps. The
WAN
connection supports 8 Mbps
because of the physical restrictions placed on broadband connections. The 802.11g wireless connection
supports up to 54 Mbps connection speeds (depending on signal quality, environmental factors, and
physical distance).
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Will my Xbox work with the Gateway?
Yes, the Gateway is compatible with the Xbox. You will need to set a static
IP
on the Xbox in the Xbox
live network settings, and forward ports 3074 (both
UDP
and
TCP
), 53 (both
UDP
and
TCP
), and 88 (
UDP
)
if you run into
DSL
resolution errors.
Is the Gateway flash-upgradeable? How do I do it?
Yes, the firmware is upgradeable. You can find a link to the firmware site under “Utilities” in the Web-
based configurator (see page 67).
Does the Gateway function as a DSL modem?
Yes, the Gateway has a built-in
DSL
Modem.
Wireless
Can I use an 802.11b wireless card to connect to the Gateway?
Yes, the Gateway can handle 802.11b cards or 802.11g cards. The 802.11g standard is backward
compatible with the 802.11b standard. The Gateway can be setup to handle just “g” wireless cards, just
“b” wireless cards, or both.
If I install several Gateways in different locations in my building, will they be able to talk to each
other? Will I be able to stay connected as I move between them?
The Gateway does not communicate with other access points, since it is a single access point system. If
you install several Gateway devices and move between coverage areas, your wireless device would
actually have to reconnect to a separate network.
Which wireless cards will work with the Gateway?
The Gateway will connect with any wireless card supporting the 802.11g or 802.11b wireless standards.
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Can my wireless signal pass through floors, walls, and glass?