Contents
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Contents
Preface
About This Manual
Chapter 1
Introduction
Key Features of the Router
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1-1
802.11g Wireless Networking
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1-2
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
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1-2
Security
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1-3
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
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1-3
Extensive Protocol Support
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1-3
Easy Installation and Management
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1-4
Maintenance and Support
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1-4
Package Contents
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1-5
The Router’s Front Panel
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1-6
The Router’s Rear Panel
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1-7
Chapter 2
Connecting the Router to the Internet
What You Will Need Before You Begin
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2-1
Cabling and Computer Hardware Requirements
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2-1
Computer Network Configuration Requirements
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2-2
Internet Configuration Requirements
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2-2
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters?
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2-2
Record Your Internet Connection Information
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2-3
Connecting the WGR614
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2-4
Connecting the Router
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2-4
PPPoE Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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2-8
Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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2-9
Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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2-10
Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option
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2-11