LevelOne FBR-1416 - Manual (Page 4)

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the FBR-1416's features and capabili-
ties.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new FBR-1416. The FBR-1416 is a multi-function
device providing the following services:
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Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
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4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
Figure 1: FBR-1416
FBR-1416 Features
The FBR-1416 incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisti-
cated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
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Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet
through the FBR-1416, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP Ad-
dresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address
Translation).
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Built-in ADSL Modem. The FBR-1416 has a built-in ADSL modem, supporting all
common ADSL connections.
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IPoA, PPPoE, PPPoA, Direct Connection Support. The FBR-1416 supports all
common connection methods.
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Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the FBR-1416
can test your ADSL and Internet connection to determine the connection method used by
your ISP.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the FBR-1416
supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP
Address.
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