Features; Important Safeguards; Precautions - Gateway WGR-250 User Manual

Chapter 1: The Gateway Wireless-G Access Point/Router

Features

Your Gateway wireless access point/router features:
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Compact, modern design
■ High speed (55 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band - 802.11g)
■ Downward compatibility to the 802.11b wireless LAN standard (11 Mbps data rate)
■ Remote administration and firmware upgrades through the Internet
■
DHCP service to your network
■ Sophisticated security features, including 128-Bit network (WEP) encryption, Web and
port filtering, WAN request blocking, and DMZ hosting
■ Virtual Private Networking (VPN) over the Internet (with IPSec, L2TP, and PPTP
pass-through)

Important safeguards

Caution

Precautions

■ Do not place your wireless access point/router in direct sunlight or near a heat source,
as this may damage the housing or electronic components of the device.
■ Do not open or try to repair the device yourself.
■
Do not place your wireless access point/router in a damp or excessively humid location,
such as a bathroom.
■
To avoid possible electrical damage due to lightning or power surges, use a shielded,
surge protector.
■
To avoid possible damage due to lightning, turn off and unplug the access point/router
during electrical storms.
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Do not attempt to remove the cover. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside. Removing the cover voids
the warranty.
Have your wireless access point/router repaired by
qualified service personnel only.
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