Understanding your user guide, Simple home network diagram – Motorola LPCI810 User Manual
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Section 1
Overview
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LPCI810
Understanding Your User Guide
The User Guide is divided into the following sections:
Overview
Describes the LPCI810 and its functions, the technology used, and
recommended practices for using it.
Installation
Provides instructions for installing the hardware and setting up the
firmware to get your adapter up and running.
Troubleshooting
Provides a list of frequently asked questions and possible solutions.
Glossary
List of terms and acronyms.
Simple Home Network Diagram
Your Ethernet Adapter allows you to access files, printers, and an Internet connection on
your network. A sample Local Area Network (LAN) is shown here:
In the example above, the Internet communicates with the modem which communicates
with the router. The router acts as the gateway to your network, sending information to
whichever device asks for information. The Ethernet Adapter card enables your desktop
computer to be part of the network.