NetComm NB3300 Router User Manual


 
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ADSL Modem Router Page 41
Q: What operating systems does NetComm ADSL Modem Router series support?
The NetComm ADSL Modem Router uses standard TCP/IP protocol. It can be operated as
long as you have TCP/IP protocol installed on your operating system (For example: Windows
9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, etc.)
Q: Can I use multiple E-mail accounts if I use NetComm ADSL Modem Router?
Yes, you can. Some people think having one Internet account means that they can have only one
E-mail account. However, E-mail is set by mailbox accounts and different to the account you use
to connect to your ISP. If you want more E-mail accounts, you can contact with your ISP or
you can browse the Internet to apply for free E-mail account.
Q: Can Internet users access LAN computers?
The NetComm ADSL Modem Router uses NAT to route all in/out band packets. All external
users can only see the IP of the NetComm ADSL Modem Router but cannot access LAN
computers. The LAN computers are well protected with the NetComm ADSL Modem Router’s
natural firewall (NAT). You can allow Internet users access to specific computers by using the
Port Forwarding, DMZ Host and Special Application options.
Q: When should I use DMZ host?
Enable DMZ host when you want to have unrestricted communication between your computer
and the Internet, for example, playing Internet game (i.e. Ages of Empire) or having multimedia
conference (i.e. NetMeeting).
Q: Does the NetComm ADSL Modem Router support PPTP of VPN packets pass
through?
Yes. The NetComm ADSL Modem Router supports single session PPTP pass through.
Q: Does the NetComm ADSL Modem Router series support IPsec?
Yes. The NetComm ADSL Modem Router supports single session IPsec pass through.