Siemens SpeedStream SS2524 - Manual (Page 6)

SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router User Guide
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PPPoE and PPTP Support. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Con-
nection" type services.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Speed-
Stream Powerline Wireless Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is
allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Wireless Features
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Standards Compliant. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router complies with the
IEEE802.11b (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.
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WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit
and 128 Bit keys are supported.
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Access Control. The Access Control feature can ensure that only trusted Wireless
Stations can access your LAN.
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Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed
quickly and easily.
Advanced Internet Functions
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Conferencing & Telephony Applications. Internet Telephony and Conferencing
applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported.
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Special Internet Applications. Applications that use non-standard connections or port
numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such appli-
cations is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.
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Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your
LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.
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DMZ. One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way
communication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability
to run programs that are incompatible with Firewalls.
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URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
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Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
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VPN Support. VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec
are transparently supported - no configuration is required.
LAN Features
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4-Port Switching Hub. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router incorporates a 4-
port 10/100BaseT-switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. Any hub
port will automatically act as a “unlink” port when required, making it easy to connect to
another hub.
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Powerline Interface. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router includes a stan-
dards-compliant Powerline adapter. This allows all your network users - wired, Wireless,
or Powerline - to communicate with each other.
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DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless
Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
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Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported,
via the Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing ta-
ble.