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Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum number of IP Addresses the 11g Wireless Broadband router
can support?
The 11g Wireless Broadband router can support up to 253 IP Addresses in the range of
192.168.1.2~192.168.1.254.
Q: Where should the 11g Wireless Broadband router be installed on the network?
In a typical environment, the 11g Wireless Broadband router should be installed between the
ADSL/Cable modem and your LAN. Connect the 11g Wireless Broadband router to the
Ethernet port of the ADSL/Cable modem, and connect your PCs to the RJ45 jack on the LAN
side.
Q: Does the 11g Wireless Broadband router support IPX or AppleTalk?
No. The 11g Wireless Broadband router was designed to provide a multiple user LAN with
shared Internet access and supports only the TCP/IP Protocol. If your Novell or Apple system is
configured with TCP/IP, the 11g Wireless Broadband router can support them.
Q: Does the 11g Wireless Broadband router support 100Mb Ethernet?
Yes, the 11g Wireless Broadband router supports both 10Mb & 100Mb Ethernet on the LAN
side.
Q: What is “NAT” and what is it used for?
The Network Address Translation (NAT) Protocol translates multiple IP Addresses on a private
LAN into a single public IP Address that is accessible to the Internet. NAT not only provides the
basis for multiple IP Address sharing but also adds to the LAN’s security since the multiple IP
Addresses of LAN computers are never transmitted directly to the Internet.
Q: How can 11g Wireless Broadband router share single user account to multiple users?
11g Wireless Broadband router combines the following technologies to enable this function.
NAT (Network Address Translation): NAT is a technology which can create a private network
domain behind a public IP. It is usually used as a firewall. It can also be used when there are not
enough IP Address.
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol): DHCP is a protocol used to assign IP Address
to internal computers automatically. It can save a lot of IP configuration. This protocol is
supported by Windows 95/NT, Mac OS, and many other popular OS.
DNS (Domain name service): DNS is a protocol which translates a Domain Name to IP
Addresses that Internet host can handle. Addressing systems using Domain name, like
www.yahoo.com, is easier to use than an IP address, such as 204.71.177.70.
Q: What operating systems does 11g Wireless Broadband router series support?
11g Wireless Broadband router uses standard TCP/IP protocol, it can be operated as long as
you have the TCP/IP protocol installed in your operating system (For example: Windows 9x,
Windows NT, Windows 2000, etc.)
Q: Can I use multiple E-mail accounts if I use 11g Wireless Broadband router ?