Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router User Guide
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Router's
features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router. The
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is a multi-function device providing the following
services:
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ADSL2/2+ Modem.
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Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
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Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
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VPN Gateway to allow secure VPN connections over the Internet.
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4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
Figure 1: Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router Features
The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router incorporates many advanced features, care-
fully designed to provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the
Internet through the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router, using only a single ex-
ternal IP Address. The local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external
sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address Translation).
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Built-in ADSL2/2+ Modem. The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router has a
built-in ADSL2/2+ modem, supporting all common ADSL connections.
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IPoA, PPPoE, PPPoA, Direct Connection Support. The Wireless
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router supports all common connection methods.
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Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router can test your ADSL and Internet connection to
determine the connection method used by your ISP.
