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1. Introduction
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Congratulations on purchasing the Broadband Router. This Broadband Router, is a high
quality and reliable Internet routing device, enables multiple users to share the
Broadband Internet connection through a Cable or DSL modem. Simply install the
router, connect to Cable/DSL modem, and surf Internet without extra efforts. Acting as a
10/100Mbps 4-port Ethernet switch as well, the router, with all ports supporting
MDI/MDIX, allows you to use CAT5 cable to uplink to other routers/switches. The
Broadband Router provides a total solution for the Small and Medium-sized Business
(SMB) and the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) markets, giving you an instant
network today, and the flexibility to handle tomorrow's expansion and speed.
1.1 Features
Internet Access Features:
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Shared Internet Access: All users on the LAN can access the Internet through the
Broadband Router, using only a single external IP address. The local (invalid) IP
addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network
Address Translation).
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DSL and cable modem Support: The Broadband Router has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet
WAN port for connecting a DSL or cable modem. All popular DSL and cable modems
are supported.
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PPPoE and PPTP Support: The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol), as well as
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Direct Connection
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type services.