Belkin F5D5010 - Manual (Page 33)

Sharing an Internet Connection
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Hardware Internet sharing
Sharing of a single broadband Internet connection using a Gateway
is the most efficient and highest-performance way of sharing a DSL
or cable Internet connection. In addition, most Gateways provide
a basic level of security for your network, and include a built-in
switch to add more ports to your network. In fact, full-featured
Gateways such as the Belkin Broadband Internet Gateway (part
number F5D5230-X) can be used either in place of, or in addition to,
any existing network hub or switch.
For full information on installing a Gateway and configuring
internet access using it, please consult the user manual supplied with
your Gateway.
PC
Tower
PC
Tower
PC
Tower
Cable or DSL Modem
Cable or
DSL line
Network using Gateway
in place of switch
Cable or DSL Modem
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