Siemens SS2524 User Manual

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SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router User Guide 
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PPPoE and PPTP Support.
  The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE 
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Con-
nection" type services. 
 
Fixed or Dynamic IP Address.
  On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Speed-
Stream Powerline Wireless Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is 
allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address. 
Wireless Features 
 
Standards Compliant.
  The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router complies with the 
IEEE802.11b (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs. 
 
WEP support.
  Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit 
and 128 Bit keys are supported. 
 
Access Control.
  The Access Control feature can ensure that only trusted Wireless 
Stations can access your LAN. 
 
Simple Configuration.
  If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed 
quickly and easily. 
Advanced Internet Functions 
 
Conferencing & Telephony Applications.
  Internet Telephony and Conferencing 
applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported. 
 
Special Internet Applications.
  Applications that use non-standard connections or port 
numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such appli-
cations is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally. 
 
Virtual Servers.
  This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your 
LAN. The required setup is quick and easy. 
 
DMZ.
  One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way 
communication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability 
to run programs that are incompatible with Firewalls. 
 
URL Filter.
  Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users. 
 
Internet Access Log.
  See which Internet connections have been made. 
 
VPN Support.
  VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec 
are transparently supported - no configuration is required. 
LAN Features 
 
4-Port Switching Hub.
  The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router incorporates a 4-
port 10/100BaseT-switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. Any hub 
port will automatically act as a “unlink” port when required, making it easy to connect to 
another hub. 
 
Powerline Interface.
  The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless Router includes a stan-
dards-compliant Powerline adapter. This allows all your network users - wired, Wireless, 
or Powerline - to communicate with each other. 
 
DHCP Server Support.
  Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP 
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The SpeedStream Powerline Wireless 
Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN. 
 
Multi Segment LAN Support.
  LANs containing one or more segments are supported, 
via the Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing ta-
ble.