Overview of NETGEAR DG834 ADSL Modem/Router/Switch

The NETGEAR DS834 is a super-versatile and flexible router that contains four networking solutions into one nice, functional package.  No need for a separate modem – it connects directly into your ADSL line. Built-in Port Forwarding settings, Universal Plug and Play (UPnP™) and Virtual Private Network (VPN) pass-through make it simple to play Internet games, send instant messages, and host Internet services. The user interface matches your local language (English, French, German or Italian). Works with PCs, Macintosh,® and virtually all Ethernet devices, and comes with an Ethernet cable for connecting your first computer. 

ADSL Modem

The DS834 plugs right into your ADSL line for instant-on internet connectivity and your home network.  The included SmartWizard will help you to easily set up your network, too!

Router

You'll be able to route yor internet connection to up to four computers with the DS834.

Network Switch

You can also connect any combination of four computers, printers, or access points using the built-in network switch.

Firewall

Finally, the DS834 has a double firewall, which protects your network against intruders, including logs and alerts of break-in attempts. VPN pass-through makes it safe to connect to your business network from home.

Specifications of the DG834

Routing Protocols

  • Static and Dynamic Routing with TCP/IP, VPN pass-through (IPSec, L2TP, PPTP), NAT, UDP, RIP, PPPoE, PPPoA, Classical IP, DNS, DHCP (client & server)

Application Support

  • Works with most Internet applications including: Quake®, Half-Life®, StarCraft, Unreal Tournament®, ICQ®, AOL® Instant Messenger™, Microsoft Messenger®, NetMeeting®, RealPlayer®, Windows Media Player™, Net2Phone®, Dialpad®

Physical Interfaces

  • LAN Ports: Four 10/100 Mbps auto-sensing, Auto Uplink™ RJ-45 ports (one Cat 5 UTP cable included)
  • WAN Port: ADSL RJ-11, T1.413, G.DMT, G.Lite, ADSL2+, ITU Annex A; Annex B version is DG834B

Security Features

  • Firewall: Stateful Packet Inspection, Intrusion logging and Reporting, Denial of Service protection
  • VPN Functionality: NAT traversal (VPN pass-through) for IPSec, PPTP and L2TP VPNs, supports up to 5 IPsec end points
  • Mode of Operation: Network Address Translation (NAT), static routing
  • IP Address Assignment: Static IP address assignment, internal DHCP server on LAN, DHCP client on WAN

Management Features

  • Administration Interface: web graphic user interface with protected user name and password, remotely accessible from designated IP addresses

User Support

  • Up to 253 LAN users

RFC Support

  • IPSec tunnel mode (RFC 2401) (pass through mode), IP v.4
  • DHCP server (RFC 2131)
  • DHCP client (RFC 2131)
  • NAT (many-to-one) (RFC 1631)
  • IP Control Protocol (RFC 1332)
  • Bridged Ethernet (RFC 1483, 2684)
  • Encapsulation PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) (RFC 2516)
  • PPP over ATM (PPPoA) (RFC 2364)
  • Classical IP over ATM (RFC 1577)

ADSL Specifications

  • ADSL, ADSL2+, ANSI T1.413, G.DMT, G.Lite (ITU Annex A; Annex B version is DG834B)

Functions

  • Remote Management, Port Range Forwarding, Exposed Host (DMZ), DNS Proxy, URL Content Filtering, E-mail AlertsMaintenance Save/Restore Configuration, Diagnostics, Upgrades via Web Browser, Logging

Power Adapter

  • 12 VDC, 1A; plug is localized to country of sale

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions (h x w x d): 175.3 x 27.94 x 119.4 mm (6.9 x 1.1 x 4.7 in.)
  • Weight: 0.3 kg (0.7 lb)

Environmental Specifications

  • Operating temperature: 0 to 40º C (32 to 104º F)
  • Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing

Warranty

  • NETGEAR 2-year warranty

Package Contents

  • ADSL2+ Modem Router (DG834)
  • Power adapter
  • Vertical stand
  • Ethernet cable
  • Phone cable
  • ADSL phone line filter (most countries)
  • Setup CD
  • Warranty/Support information card

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