Introduction; About The Router; Key Features - NETGEAR MBR814X Reference Manual

This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR Mobile Broadband Router MBR814X. The
MBR814X router is a combination of a wireless broadband modem, router, 4-port switch, and
firewall which enables your entire network to safely share an Internet connection.
Note: f you are unfamiliar with networking and routing, refer to the link to the document
"Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:
familiar with the terms and procedures used in this manual.

About the Router

The Mobile Broadband Router MBR814X provides continuous, high-speed 10/100 Ethernet access
between your Ethernet devices. The MBR814X router enables your entire network to share an
Internet connection through the wireless broadband modem that otherwise is used by a single
computer. With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.
The MBR814X router provides multiple Web content filtering options, plus e-mail browsing
activity, reporting, and instant alerts. Parents and network administrators can establish restricted
access policies based on time of day, Web site addresses, and address keywords. They can also
share high-speed Internet access for up to 253 personal computers. The included firewall and
Network Address Translation (NAT) features protect you from hackers.

Key Features

The MBR814X router provides the following features:
• A powerful, true firewall.
• 802.11g standards-based wireless networking.
• Content filtering.
• Auto Sensing and Auto Uplink™ LAN Ethernet connections.
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management.
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Introduction

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