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  • Page 1 Wireless Gateway GT784WNV User Manual © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Introduction Introduction System Requirements Features Important Safety Instructions Getting to Know the Gateway Quick Setup Introduction Performing a Quick Setup Home Screen Status 3.0 Introduction 3.1 Accessing the Status Screens 3.2 Status Screens Wireless Networking 4.0 Introduction 4.1 Overview 4.2 Accessing the Wireless Setup Screens...
  • Page 3 Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual (con’t) Utilities 5.0 Introduction 5.1 Accessing the Utilities Screens 5.2 Utilities Screens Advanced Settings 6.0 Introduction 6.1 Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens 6.2 Advanced Screens 6.3 Blocking and Filtering 6.4 DSL Settings 6.5 IP Addressing 6.6 QoS Settings 6.7 Remote 6.8 Routing...
  • Page 4 Contents Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual (con’t) Computer Security B.0 Introduction B.1 Overview B.2 Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem B.3 Gateway Security B.4 Computer Security B.5 Electronic Security Glossary C.0 Introduction C.1 Glossary...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction System Requirements Features Important Safety Instructions Getting to Know the Gateway Introduction © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 6 If you want to take your networking to the next level, the Wireless DSL Gateway is sure to be one of the keys to your success. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 7 Bridged Ethernet over ATM, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet, Static IP mode • Precise ATM traffic shaping • IP packet routing and transparent bridge • RIP-1, RIP-2, and static routing protocol support • Built-in NAT, DHCP server • DNS relay support © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 8 • Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual; • Do not dispose of batteries in fire, as they may explode – check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 9 1.4a Front Panel The front panel of the Gateway features eight indicator LEDs: Power, DSL, Internet, Ethernet (4), and Wireless. It also features the WPS button. Power Internet Ethernet Wireless © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 10 The Wireless light illuminates when the Gateway is connected wirelessly (if the Gateway’s Wireless feature is turned on). WPS Button The WPS button activates WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) on the Gateway. See chapter 4, “Configuring Wireless Settings, ” for more information about WPS. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 11 Depressing the Reset switch for one second will restore the Gateway’s factory default settings. To reset the Gateway, depress and hold the Reset switch for approximately ten seconds. The reset process will start after releasing the switch. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 12 Warning: Do not unplug the Power cord from the Gateway during the reset process. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the Gateway. Power Switch The Power switch is used to power the Gateway on and off. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 13: Quick Setup

    Introduction Performing a Quick Setup Home Screen Quick Setup © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 14: Home Screen

    This chapter is a guide through a quick set up of the Gateway, including how to connect the Gateway to the ISP. Also included is an overview of the Gateway’s Home screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 15 “Re-type New Password” text boxes. Make sure to write the password down on a piece of paper and keep it in a safe place for future reference, as you will need it to access the Gateway’s firmware graphical user interface (GUI). © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 16 Select your local time zone from the “Time Zone” drop-down list. Apply. Click After the changes are applied, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Quick Setup from the row of button above the red bar. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 17 Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 03/16/12 The first “Quick Setup” screen appears. Read the onscreen instructions, and if you have performed all of the requirements, click Next. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 18 ISP. If you select PPPoE, you must enter the user name and password assigned to you by your ISP in the appropriate text boxes. Apply. Click The Gateway will reboot. After it does, you will be returned to the Home Screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 19 Test; and Advanced Setup (chapter 6) allows you to make highly technical changes to the Gateway (we recommend that you only make changes to the Advanced Setup settings only if requested to do so by your ISP, or if you are an experienced networking technician). © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 20 2.2 Home Screen 2.2.2 Internet Services Internet Services is a list of links that will take you to various entertaining or helpful Verizon web sites, including our home page, Verizon Surround, and Verizon Business Center. 2.2.3 Home Network Map The Home Network Map provides a graphical representation of the Gateway’s network, both wired and wireless.

  • Page 21: Introduction

    Introduction Accessing the Status Screens Status Screens Status © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 22 This chapter guides you through the Gateway’s Status screens, including the state of its Internet connection, its firewall status, and a series of other parameters concerning the Gateway’s operation. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 23 Enter on the keyboard. After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Status from the row of buttons above the red bar. The first Status screen appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 24 On the left hand side on the first Status screen (and every other Status screen) is the Status menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Status screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 25 Gateway’s connection, firmware version, model number, and DNS address. The only changes that can be made from the screen are connecting (by clicking Connect) or disconnecting (by clicking Disconnect) the Gateway from its Internet connection. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 26 Internet via your service provider. No settings can be changed from here; it is for informational purposes only. This screen provides an overview of several of the Gateway’s connections. At the top is the Gateway’s connection status. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 27 Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual Next is the PPP Status, which displays PPP type, LCP State, and Session Time. In the Broadband Status section, the VPI, VCI, Upstream Speed, and Retrain Timer, among other parameters, are displayed. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 28 At the bottom of the screen, click Clear to clear all the values from the WAN Status screen and restart their counts. 3.2.3 Routing Table Selecting Routing Table generates the “Routing Table” screen. This screen displays an overview of the Gateway’s network routes. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 29 Gateway’s firewall, including port forwarding, DMZ hosting, and NAT parameters. 3.2.5 ARP Table Selecting ARP Table generates the “ARP Table” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s ARP (address resolution protocol) table. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 30 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2.6 NAT Table Selecting NAT Table generates the “NAT Table” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s NAT (network address translation) table. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 31 WPS state, and wireless packets sent. The only setting you can change from this screen is the name of the SSID (service set identifier), which operates as the name of the Gateway’s wireless network as seen by other wireless devices. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 Status 3.2 Status Screens 3.2.8 Gateway Utilization Selecting Gateway Utilization generates the “Gateway Utilization” screen. This screen displays the statistics regarding the Gateway’s memory, sessions, and LAN device session log. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 33 3.2.9 LAN Status Selecting LAN Status generates the “LAN Status” screen. This screen displays the Gateway’s LAN (local area network) status, which comprises the devices connected to the Gateway via its 4 Ethernet ports. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 34: Wireless Networking

    Introduction Overview Accessing the Wireless Setup Screens Connecting a Wireless Client Basic Wireless Setup Wireless Setup Screens Wireless Networking © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 35 This chapter explains how to set up the Gateway’s wireless network capabilities, including creating a wireless network, enabling wireless security, and connecting a wireless client. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 36: Overview

    To set up a wireless network using the Gateway, or adjust the wireless network settings, you must access the Wireless Setup screens. To access the Wireless Setup screens: Open a Web browser. In the Address text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 37 Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Wireless Setup from the row of buttons above the red bar. The first Wireless Setup screen appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 38: Connecting A Wireless Client

    Router’s case) in the wireless client’s configuration interface. Save the changes and exit the wireless client’s configuration interface. The client should now detect and join the Gateway’s wireless network. If not, check the wireless client’s documentation, or contact its manufacturer. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 39: Basic Wireless Setup

    Gateway’s wireless network. Note: These settings are already configured for the Gateway out of the box. Change them only if you want to change the wireless settings. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 40: Wireless Setup Screens

    On the left hand side on the first Wireless Setup screen (and every other Wireless Setup screen) is the Wireless Settings menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Wireless Setup screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 41 Gateway’s wireless network. Any or all of these settings can be changed independently of each other. SSID Select the new SSID (wireless network name) for the wireless network here. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 42 Selecting Radio Setup from the Wireless Setup menu generates the “Radio Setup” screen. This screen displays various wireless radio settings that can be changed for the Gateway’s wireless network. Any or all of these settings can be changed independently of each other. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 43 MSDU, MPDU Aggregation States Enable or disable these options. We recommend not changing these settings from their default states unless you are an experienced network technician. After making changes in this screen, click Apply to save changes. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 44 To create an additional SSID: Select the SSID to change from the “SSID” drop-down list. The screen expands. Enable the new SSID by clicking the “Enable SSID” radio button next to “SSID state. ” © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 45 If the new SSID needs its own subnet, click in the “SSID Subnet: Enable” radio button, then enter the address parameters for the subnet in the appropriate text boxes below. Repeat steps 1-4 for additional SSID names. Apply to save changes. Click © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 46 MAC authentication allows the user to allow or deny access to the Gateway’s wireless network by a particular device’s MAC address. To set up wireless MAC authentication: Select the SSID from the “SSID” drop-down list. Click the “Enable” radio button. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 47 Gateway’s WPS option, and configure its WPS settings. To set up WPS: Click the WPS button to activate WPS. Select the WPS type. There are three options here: Push Button (PBC), AP PIN, or End Device Pin. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 48 WMM (Wi-Fi multimedia) , a traffic priority option than can keep the Gateway’s wireless network running more smoothly. Both options in the screen are enabled by default, and we recommend not changing them unless suggested to do so by your service provider. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 49 To set up 802.1x, select an SSID, then enable 802.1x by clicking the “Enable” radio button. Enter the Radius Settings in the appropriate text boxes, then click Apply to save changes. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 50 Introduction Accessing the Utilities Screens Utilities Screens Utilities © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 51 This chapter explains how to use the Gateway’s utilities, including how to restore default settings, upgrade the Gateway’s firmware, and perform a ping test. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 52 Enter on the keyboard. After entering your user name and password, the Gateway’s Home screen appears. Select Utilities from the row of buttons above the red bar. The first Utilities screen appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 53 Utilities menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Utilities screen. 5.2.1 Reboot Gateway Selecting Reboot from the Utilities menu generates the “Reboot Gateway” screen. Click Reboot to reboot the Gateway. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 54 Press the appropriate button to perform the chosen task. During this process, the Gateway’s Power light will flash, and the Gateway is disabled until after reboot. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 55 Download the firmware file to your computer’s desktop by following the link (click here in the Upgrade Firmware screen) and then following the instructions. Select the location on the computer’s hard drive where the firmware file was downloaded during step 1. Upgrade. Click © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 56 Apply. To refresh the log automatically, click in the “Auto Refresh Every” radio button, then select a time period at which to refresh. To refresh manually, click in the “Manual Refresh” radio button, then click Refresh. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 57 To refresh manually, click in the “Manual Refresh” radio button, then click Refresh. To save the log, click Save Log As, and then follow the onscreen instructions. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 58 Firewall Logs up to” drop-down list. Click Log Settings to generate a new screen of Firewall logging parameters that will be displayed in the Firewall Log. Finally, click Save Log As to save the Firewall Log to your computer. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 59 Selecting OAM Ping Test from the Utilities menu generates the “OAM Ping Test” screen, which is used to check whether the Gateway is properly connected to the network. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 60 Selecting Ping Test from the Utilities menu generates the “Ping Test” screen, which is used by network technicians to check whether the Gateway is properly connected to the Internet. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 61 Selecting Traceroute from the Utilities menu generates the “Traceroute” screen, which is used by network technicians to check which routes packets take across the Gateway’s network. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the test. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 62 Selecting Time Zone from the Utilities menu generates the “Time Zone” screen. Set the proper time zone on the Gateway by clicking the appropriate radio button, then activating or deactivating “Day Light Saving. ” Click Apply to save changes. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 63 “Configuration File” screen. Save the current settings of the Gateway by clicking Save Configuration File. Load a previously created configuration file by locating the file on your computer’s hard drive (click Browse to search), and then clicking Load Configuration File. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 64 Introduction Accessing the Advanced Settings Screens Advanced Screens Blocking and Filtering DSL Settings IP Addressing QoS Settings Remote Routing Security Advanced Settings © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 65 This chapter explains how to configure the Gateway’s advanced settings, including remote management, DHCP settings, and Quality of Service (QoS). © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 66 To access the Gateway’s Advanced Settings screen: Open a Web browser. In the “Address” text box, type: http://192.168.1.1 then press Enter on the keyboard. The “Home” screen appears. Click Advanced Setup. The first “Advanced Setup” screen appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 67 On the left hand side of the first Advanced screen (and every other Advanced screen) is the Advanced menu. Select any option from this menu and you will be taken to that Advanced screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 68 Services Blocking from the Advanced Setup menu. The “Services Click Blocking” screen appears. Select the device on which you wish to block services from the “Select Device” drop-down list, or enter the device’s IP address in the “Enter IP Address” text box. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 69 Gateway’s network: Click Website Blocking from the Advanced Setup menu. The “Website Blocking” screen appears. Enter the web site address of the web site to be blocked in the Website Address text box. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 70 Scheduling Access screen, the device will not be able to access the Internet. To set up scheduling access on a networked device: Scheduling Access from the Advanced Setup menu. The “Scheduling Click Access” screen appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 71 Selecting DSL Settings from the Advanced menu generates the “DSL Settings” screen. This screen is used to configure settings related to the connection between the service provider and the Gateway. Do not change these settings unless you are an experienced network technician. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 72 These three Advanced Settings (WAN IP settings, LAN IP and DHCP settings, and DHCP Reservation) relate to the network connections of the Gateway. 6.5.1 WAN IP Settings Selecting WAN IP Settings from the Advanced menu generates the “WAN IP Settings” screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 73 Other types of broadband Internet connections (such as fixed point wireless) may use either DHCP or static IP address. If unsure which connection is present, check with Verizon before continuing. To make changes to WAN IP Settings: Select the ISP protocol, depending on the type of connection the ISP uses.
  • Page 74 Advanced Settings 6.5 IP Addressing 6.5.2 LAN IP and DHCP Settings Selecting LAN IP and DHCP Settings from the Advanced menu generates the “LAN IP and DHCP Settings” screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 75 Set the DNS values. Select the type of DNS (dynamic or static), then enter the DNS server addresses provided by the service provider. If no DNS server information is provided, leave the text box empty. Apply to save changes. Click © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 76 “Manually enter MAC” is selected, enter the MAC address in the appropriate text box. Select an IP address from the “IP Address” drop-down list. Apply to save changes. Click The “DHCP Reservation List” displays all reserved DHCP addresses. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 77 Selecting QoS Upstream from the Advanced menu generates the “IP QoS Upstream Settings” screen. To enable QoS, click the “Enable” radio button. Click the “Default QoS” radio button to have the Gateway operate with default QoS settings, then click Apply. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 78 Advanced Settings 6.6 QoS Settings To configure custom QoS settings: Click the “Custom QoS” radio button. The Custom QoS settings appear. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 79 Enter the source IP information in the appropriate text boxes below “5. Select Source IP Information. ” Enter the destination IP information in the appropriate text boxes below “6. Select Destination IP Information. ” Apply to save changes. Click © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 80 To set up: Activate Remote GUI by clicking the “Enable” radio button. Enter the admin password in the appropriate text boxes. If applicable, enter the remote management port in the “Remote Management Port” text box. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 81 Enter the admin password in the appropriate text boxes. Set how long before remote telnet access times out from the “Idle Disconnect After” drop-down list. Click Apply to save change. To access the Gateway from a computer using telnet (need more info). © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 82 Dynamic Routing is required, then select the required option. When finished in this screen, click Apply to activate any changes made. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 83 Selecting Static Routing in the Advanced menu generates the “Static Routing” screen. To configure: Enter the Static Route destination and subnet mask addresses in their respective text boxes. If applicable, enter the gateway address. Select a WAN interface from the “WAN Interface” drop-down list. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 84 These options allow you to configure the security settings on the Gateway. 6.9.1 Admin Password Selecting Admin Password generates the “Admin Password” screen. Change the password to access the Gateway’s GUI here. Click Apply to save changes. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 85 To set up port forwarding: Enter the LAN starting port in the “Starting Port” text box. Enter the LAN ending port in the “Ending Port” text box. Select a protocol from the “Protocol” drop-down list box. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 86 Rules” table at the bottom of the screen. 6.9.3 Applications Selecting Applications generates the “Applications” screen. This screen is an extension of the port forwarding screen, allowing you to quickly and easily set up commonly-used applications that require port forwarding. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 87 Applications screen. Apply to save changes. Click Repeat steps 1-5 to configure additional applications. The list of forwarded applications will be displayed in the “Forwarded Applications List” at the bottom of the screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 88 To designate a local computer as a DMZ host: Click the “Enable” radio button to activate DMZ hosting. Select a networked device by selecting it from “Select Device” drop-down list, or enter its IP address in the “Enter IP Address” text box. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 89 Set the level (options: NAT Only, Low, Medium, or High) from the onscreen options, then click Apply to save changes. If Low, Medium, or HIgh is selected a table of enabled/disabled services appears. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 90 Selecting UPnP generates the “UPnP” screen. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows devices on the Gateway’s network to locate and communicate with each other without additional configurations. We recommend leaving UPnP enabled (its default state). © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 91 Wireless DSL Gateway User Manual 6.9.8 TR-069 Port Mapping Log Selecting TR-069 Port Mapping Log generates the “TR-069 Port Mapping Log” screen. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 92: Introduction

    Introduction General Wireless Operatio LED Indicators Environmental Specifications © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 93 This appendix lists the Gateway’s specifications, including standards, cabling types, and environmental parameters. Note that the specifications listed in this appendix are subject to change without notice. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 94 LAN Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing) Wireless: 802.11b - up to 11 Mbps 802.11g - up to 54 Mbps 802.11n - up to 144 Mbps Cabling Type Ethernet 10BaseT: UTP/STP Category 3 or 5 Ethernet100BaseTX: UTP/STP Category 5 © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 95 0º C to 40º C (32º F to 104º F) Storage Temperature -20º C to 70º C (-4º F to 158º F) Operating Humidity 8% to 93% (non-condensing) Storage Humidity 5% to 100% (non-condensing) © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 96: Overview

    Introduction Overview Comparing DSL Service with a Dial-Up Modem Gateway Security Computer Security Electronic Security Computer Security © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 97 This appendix covers the basics of computer, gateway, and electronic security. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 98 Internet to find the computer and attempt to access it without permission. DSL service also provides fast Internet connections. This not only improves Internet performance, it also improves Internet performance for anyone attempting to access the computer. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 99 Always exit the Internet browser (Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, for example). Never “minimize” the browser or leave it open in the background. Breaking into a computer is easier when an Internet browser is running. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 100 If Windows 98 SE, Me, NT 4.0, or 2000 is running on the computer, consider installing a firewall. Hardware and software firewall products are changing rapidly as more homes and businesses establish high-speed digital connections between their © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 101: Glossary

    Introduction Glossary Glossary © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 102 This appendix contains a list of terms and definitions concerning the gateway and its technologies. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 103 DNS server the ISP has assigned. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) Modem A modem that uses existing phone lines to transmit data at high speeds. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 104 A business that allows individuals or businesses to connect to the Internet. LAN (Local Area Network) A group of computers and devices connected together in a relatively small area (such as a house or an office). A home network is considered a LAN. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 105 A set of four numbers configured like an IP address used to create IP address numbers used only within a particular network. SSID See “ESSID. ” TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) The standard protocol for data transmission over the Internet. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 106 IEEE 802.11b wireless networking products and promotes the standard for enterprise, small business, and home environments. WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) A group of computers and other devices connected wirelessly in a small area. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 107 20 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. © 2012 Verizon. All Rights Reserved.

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