Introduction; Features - Advantek Networks AWR-654GR User Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Wireless 11g Access Point (AP) Router. This Wireless AP
Router, IEEE 802.11g standard compliant, is a high quality and reliable Internet routing and
security device, enables multiple users to share the Broadband Internet connection with or
without wires through a Cable or DSL modem. Simply install the router, connect to Cable/DSL
modem, and surf Internet without extra efforts. Acting as a 10/100Mbps 4-port Ethernet
switch as well, the router, with all ports supporting MDI/MDIX, allows you to use CAT5 cable to
uplink to other routers/switches.
The Wireless 11g AP Router is featured with advanced security technology, supporting WEP,
WPA-PSK, WPA (Wi-Fi
network is armed with the highest levels of protection. The Router provides a total solution
for the Small and Medium-sized Business (SMB) and the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO)
markets, giving you an instant network today, and the flexibility to handle tomorrow's
expansion and speed.

1.1 Features

Internet Access Features
‧ Shared Internet Access: All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet
through the Wireless Router, using only a single external IP address. The local
(invalid) IP addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT
(Network Address Translation).
‧ DSL and cable modem Support: The Wireless Router has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet
WAN port for connecting a DSL or cable modem.
modems are supported.
‧ PPPoE and PPTP Support: The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct
Connection" type services.
Protected Access) TKIP/AES, WPA2 and WPS. With the router, your
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