User's Manual

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Overview
32
Overview
Product Features
In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and
network your computers. The following is a list of features that make
your new Wired Router an ideal solution for your home or small
office network.
Easy Install Wizard
The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your
Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for
you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service
Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your Router will be up and
running on the Internet.
Note: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE,
Me, 2000, and XP. If you are using another operating system, the
Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in
this manual.
Works with Both PCs and Mac
®
Computers
The Router supports a variety of networking environments including
Mac OS
®
8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, AppleTalk
®
, Linux
®
, Windows
®
95, 98SE,
Me, NT
®
, 2000, and XP, and others. All that is needed is an Internet
browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard
language of the Internet).
Front-Panel LED Display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions
are in operation. Youll know at-a-glance whether your Router is
connected to the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for
advanced software and status-monitoring procedures.
Web-Based Advanced User Interface
You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your
web browser, without having to install additional software onto the
computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best
of all, you can make changes and perform setup functions from any
computer on the network quickly and easily.