User's Manual

Contents v
Contents
About This Manual
Chapter 1
Introduction..........................................................................................................................1-1
About the CG814W Gateway .........................................................................................1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-1
Built-in Cable Modem ...............................................................................................1-1
A Powerful, True Firewall .........................................................................................1-2
Content Filtering .......................................................................................................1-2
802.11b Standards-based Wireless Networking ......................................................1-2
Configurable Auto Uplink™ Ethernet Connection ....................................................1-3
USB Port ..................................................................................................................1-3
Protocol Support ......................................................................................................1-3
Easy Installation and Management ..........................................................................1-4
What’s in the Box? ..........................................................................................................1-5
The Gateway’s Front Panel ......................................................................................1-5
The Gateway’s Rear Panel ......................................................................................1-7
Chapter 2
Connecting the Gateway to the Internet ............................................................................2-1
What You Will Need Before You Begin ...........................................................................2-1
Hardware Requirements ..........................................................................................2-1
LAN Configuration Requirements ............................................................................2-1
Internet Configuration Requirements .......................................................................2-2
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters? .........................................2-2
Record Your Internet Connection Information ..........................................................2-3
Connecting the CG814W Gateway ................................................................................2-4
Chapter 3
Wireless Configuration........................................................................................................3-1
Considerations For A Wireless Network .........................................................................3-1
Implement Appropriate Security ...............................................................................3-1