Chapter 1 | introduction – SMC Networks SMC8014 User Manual
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CHAPTER 1 | Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the EZ Connect™ Cable Modem Gateway. SMC is proud to
provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your local area
network (LAN) to the Internet.
Features and Benefits
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EZ 3-Click Installation Wizard - A new and improved way to install your Gateway
Modem. In 3 simple clicks, you will be connected to the Internet.
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Internet connection to cable modem service via an integrated cable modem port
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Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports or 54 Mbps interface.
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802.11g - interoperable with multiple vendors.
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DHCP for dynamic IP configuration, and DNS for domain name mapping.
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Firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection, client privileges, hacker prevention, DoS, and
NAT.
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User-definable application sensing tunnel supports applications requiring multiple
connections
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Built-in Parental controls allow you to limit certain web sites – configurable by time
and date.
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Easy setup through a web browser on any operating system that supports TCP/IP
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Compatible with all popular Internet applications