3com 3CRWE52196 User Guide

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This guide describes how to install and configure the OfficeConnect 
Cable/DSL Gateway (3C857) and the OfficeConnect Wireless Cable/DSL 
Gateway (3CRWE52196). All procedures in this guide apply to both 
Gateways except when stated.
This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and 
setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working 
knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet gateway systems.
If a release note is shipped with the OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Gateway or 
OfficeConnect Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway and contains information 
that differs from the information in this guide, follow the information in 
the release note.
Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat 
Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web 
site:
http://www.3com.com
Naming Convention
Throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Gateway and 
OfficeConnect Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway are referred to as the 
“Gateway”.
Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are referred to as Twisted 
Pair Cables throughout this guide.