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Figure 2.
Applications
The Cisco 870 Series is ideally suited to be deployed where a small office is going to be connected to a larger
network, most often with a secure VPN connection. These types of offices can include the following:
Small Remote Office: Connects users in a small remote office, such as insurance agents, lawyer offices, or
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sales offices. When connecting to the main office, VPN encryption and integrated security such as firewall,
and intrusion prevention protect the network at every perimeter. IT managers can centrally manage the
remote site to quickly troubleshoot any network issues. For added reliability, customers can also use dial
backup, through an external modem, should the primary broadband link fail. Integrated secure WLAN
connectivity simplifies the number of devices that need to be managed at the remote site.
Teleworking: The Cisco 870 Series is ideal for corporate teleworkers who may have a mix of broadband
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connection types to choose from. A platform such as the Cisco 870 Series gives IT managers a standard
platform to manage at the employee's home office. QoS features in the Cisco 870 Series allow an IP phone
to be connected to the router, giving voice traffic precedence over data applications. Integrated WLAN
support in the Cisco 870 Series helps ensure that if wireless connectivity is to be used, it can be done
securely. (See Cisco Business Ready Teleworker Solutions for more information.)
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