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1.1 Overview
This chapter introduces the main features and applications of the NBG.
The NBG upgrades the speed of your existing wireless network, providing faster network access to
mobile users. Making use of IEEE 802.11AC technology, it not only upgrades your network to the
next level but also eliminates dead spots, while offering backward compatibility with other IEEE
802.11b/g/n compatible devices.
A range of services such as a firewall and content filtering are also available for secure Internet
computing. You can use media bandwidth management to efficiently manage traffic on your
network. Bandwidth management features allow you to prioritize time-sensitive or highly important
applications such as Voice over the Internet (VoIP).
1.2 Applications
Your can create the following networks using the NBG:
• Wired. You can connect network devices via the Ethernet ports of the NBG so that they can
communicate with each other and access the Internet.
• Wireless. Wireless clients can connect to the NBG to access network resources.
• WAN. Connect to a broadband modem/router for Internet access.
1.3 Ways to Manage the NBG
Use any of the following methods to manage the NBG.
• Web Configurator. This is recommended for everyday management of the NBG using a
(supported) web browser.
• Wireless switch. You can use the built-in switch of the NBG to turn the wireless function on and
off without opening the Web Configurator.
• WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) button. You can use the WPS button or the WPS section of the Web
Configurator to set up a wireless network with your NBG.
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