Introduction - Cisco DPQ2425 User Manual

Introduction

Welcome to the exciting world of high-speed Internet and high-quality digital
telephone service. Your new Cisco
(VoIP) Wireless Residential Gateway is a cable modem that meets industry
standards for high-speed data connectivity along with reliable digital telephone
service. The DPQ2425 wireless residential gateway delivers data, voice and wired
(Ethernet) or wireless gateway capabilities to connect a variety of devices in the
residence or small office and support high-speed data access and VoIP services, all in
one device. With a DPQ2425 wireless residential gateway, your Internet enjoyment,
home and business communications, and personal productivity will surely soar.
This guide provides procedures and recommendations for placing, installing,
configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your DPQ2425 wireless residential
gateway for high-speed Internet and digital telephone service for your home or
office. Refer to the appropriate section in this guide for the specific information you
need for your situation. Contact your service provider for more information about
subscribing to these services.
Benefits and Features
Your new DPQ2425 wireless residential gateway offers the following outstanding
benefits and features:
Compliant with DOCSIS
specifications to deliver high-end performance and reliability
High-performance broadband Internet connectivity to energize your online
experience
Two-line embedded digital voice adapter for wired telephony service
Four 10/100BASE-T Ethernet ports to provide wired connectivity
802.11g Wireless Access Point with 4 service set identifiers (SSIDs)
Wireless Protected Setup (WPS), including a push-button switch to activate WPS
for simplified and secure wireless setup
Two RJ-11 telephony ports for connecting to in-home wiring or directly to
conventional telephones or fax machines
User-configurable Parental Control blocks access to undesirable Internet sites
Advanced firewall technology deters hackers and protects the home network
from unauthorized access
Attractive compact design that allows for vertical, horizontal, or wall-mounted
operation
4028630 Rev A
Model DPQ2425 Voice-over-Internet Protocol
®
2.0, 1.1, and 1.0 standards along with PacketCable
®
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