User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Reference Manual for the Model FWAG114 Cable/ DSL Wireless ProSafe Firewall
- Contents
- About This Manual
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Connecting the Firewall to the Internet
- Chapter 3 Wireless Configuration
- Chapter 4 Firewall Protection and Content Filtering
- Chapter 5 Maintenance
- Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration
- Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
- Appendix A Technical Specifications
- Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
- Appendix C Preparing Your Network
- Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
- Glossary
- Index
- About This Manual
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Connecting the Firewall to the Internet
- Chapter 3 Wireless Configuration
- Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
- Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
- Understanding Wireless Settings
- Chapter 4 Firewall Protection and Content Filtering
- Firewall Protection and Content Filtering Overview
- Block Sites
- Using Rules to Block or Allow Specific Kinds of Traffic
- Services
- Using a Schedule to Block or Allow Specific Traffic
- Getting E-Mail Notifications of Event Logs and Alerts
- Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
- Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
- Chapter 5 Maintenance
- Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration
- Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
- Appendix A Technical Specifications
- Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
- Appendix C Preparing Your Network
- Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
- Glossary
- Index
Introduction 1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR Model FWAG114 Cable/DSL Wireless
ProSafe Firewall .
Key Features of the Firewall
The Model FWAG114 Cable/DSL Wireless ProSafe Firewall with 4-port switch connects your
local area network (LAN) to the Internet through an external access device such as a cable modem
or DSL modem.
The FWAG114 is a complete security solution that protects your network from attacks and
intrusions. Unlike simple Internet sharing routers that rely on NAT for security, the FWAG114 uses
Stateful Packet Inspection for Denial of Service (DoS) attack protection and intrusion detection.
The FWAG114 allows Internet access for up to 253 users. The FWAG114 wireless firewall
provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus browsing activity reporting and
instant alerts -- both via e-mail. Parents and network administrators can establish restricted access
policies based on time-of-day, Website addresses and address keywords, and share high-speed
cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 personal computers. In addition to the Network Address
Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in firewall protects you from hackers.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.
The FWAG114 wireless firewall provides the following features:
• 802.11 g and 802.11b Standards-based wireless networking.
• Easy, web-based setup for installation and management.
• Content Filtering and Site Blocking Security.
• Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch.