Introduction; Definitions; Features Of The 6210 Bridge And 6211 Bridge/Router - Paradyne 6210 User Manual

Introduction

Definitions

Before you install or use your new modem, you may find it helpful to understand
the following terms:
Both the 6210 and 6211 contain an ADSL2+ modem, so they often are referred to
as modems in this manual.

Features of the 6210 Bridge and 6211 Bridge/Router

Your modem has the following features:
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A bridge is a device that forwards any message from one part of a network to
another. The 6210 is a bridge.
A router is a device that forwards messages according to their network
addresses. The 6211 can be configured as a bridge or a router.
ADSL is Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line, a version of DSL that allows a
higher speed for information coming from the Internet to your PC
("downstream") than it does for information going to the Internet from your PC
("upstream").
ADSL2+ support
10/100BaseT Ethernet port
USB port
The ability to connect multiple PCs to the Internet with just one WAN IP
Address (when configured in router mode with NAT enabled)
A user-friendly web interface for configuration and monitoring
Single-session IPSec and PPTP passthrough for Virtual Private Network
(VPN)
Preconfigured port settings for many popular games
Ability to act as a DHCP Server on your network
Compatibility with virtually all standard Internet applications
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