Chapter 2. Overview; General Information - D-Link DSL-2540U User Manual

DSL-2540U ADSL/Ethernet Router with Built-in Switch
User Manual
CHAPTER 2.

General Information

The DSL-2540U device is an affordable high-end ADSL/Ethernet router developed for home and
SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networks. It provides fast and simple broadband access to the
Internet and a shared connection for multi users. The device allows accessing the Internet via ADSL
technology and via Ethernet technology.
DSL-2540U provides all the essentials for creating a secure high-speed wired network:
ADSL/ADSL2/ADSL2+ standards, Fast Ethernet standard, the built-in firewall, the QoS engine,
and numerous additional features.
The router is equipped with an ADSL port to connect to an ADSL line and 4 Ethernet ports to
connect workstations. Due to this feature, DSL-2540U represents a moderate-priced solution for
creating wired networks without an additional switch. In addition, any Ethernet port of the device
can be used to connect to a private Ethernet line.
The router DSL-2540U includes a built-in firewall. The advanced security functions minimize
threats of hacker attacks, prevent unwanted intrusions to your network, and block access to
unwanted websites for users of your LAN.
You can configure and manage the settings of the router DSL-2540U via the user-friendly web-
based interface (the interface is available in several languages).
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Overview