NETGEAR FVG318 - ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall 8... User manual

202-10318-01
September 2007
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
ProSafe 802.11g Wireless
VPN Firewall FVG318
Reference Manual

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© 2007 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are registered trademarks and ProSafe is a trademark of NETGEAR, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product
names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991
und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B.
Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der
Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall has been suppressed in accordance with the
conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example,
test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the
notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
Regulatory Compliance Information
This section includes user requirements for operating this product in accordance with National laws for usage of radio
spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comply with the applicable requirements may result
in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the applicable National regulatory authority.
NOTE: This product's firmware limits operation to only the channels allowed in a particular Region or Country.
Therefore, all options described in this user's guide may not be available in your version of the product.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950

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Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community
Cesky [Czech] NETGEAR Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radiolan je ve shode se základními
požadavky a dalšími príslušnými ustanoveními smernice 1999/5/ES..
Dansk
[Danish] Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German] Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc., dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
[Estonian] Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
English Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español
[Spanish] Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική
[Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ
ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français
[French] Par la présente NETGEAR Inc. déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Italiano [Italian] Con la presente NETGEAR Inc. dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti
essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Latviski
[Latvian] Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarē, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām
prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių
[Lithuanian] Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch] Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Malti [Maltese] Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet
essenzjali u ma provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar
[Hungarian] Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. oświadcza, że Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi
wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

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FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States
FCC Information to User
This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to be used with approved antennas only. Any
product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Declaration Of Conformity
We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that
the model FVG318 ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
Português
[Portuguese] NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko
[Slovenian] NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky
[Slovak] NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan spĺňa základné po_iadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi
[Finnish] NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska
[Swedish] Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
Íslenska
[Icelandic] Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Norsk
[Norwegian] NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

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interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following methods:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different from that which the radio receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate
the equipment.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas.
When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference.
Read instructions for correct handling.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus (ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Tested to Comply
with FCC Standards
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Product and Publication Details
Model Number: FVG318
Publication Date: September 2007
Product Family: Wireless Router
Product Name: ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall
Home or Business Product: Business
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10318-01
Publication Version Number: 1.0

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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ..................................................................................xiii
How to Use This Manual .................................................................................................xiv
How to Print this Manual ..................................................................................................xiv
Revision History ...............................................................................................................xv
Chapter 1
Introduction
Key Features of the VPN Firewall Router .......................................................................1-1
802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Networking ..............................................................1-2
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support .......................................................................1-2
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering ......................................................1-2
Security ....................................................................................................................1-3
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................1-3
Extensive Protocol Support ......................................................................................1-3
Easy Installation and Management ..........................................................................1-4
Maintenance and Support ........................................................................................1-5
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-5
The FVG318 Front Panel .........................................................................................1-5
The FVG318 Rear Panel ..........................................................................................1-6
Chapter 2
Connecting the Firewall to the Internet
Installing Your FVG318 ...................................................................................................2-1
Configuring the FVG318 for Internet Access with Auto Detect .......................................2-4
Manually Configuring your Internet Connection .............................................................2-7
Configuring Dynamic DNS (If Needed) ...........................................................................2-9
Configuring Your Time Zone .........................................................................................2-11
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................................................................................2-12

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Chapter 3
Configuring Wireless Connectivity
Observing Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines .........................................3-1
Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security ..................................................................3-2
Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................3-3
Security Check List for SSID and WEP Settings ......................................................3-7
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ................................................3-8
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .........................................................3-9
Configuring WEP Security Settings ........................................................................3-10
Configuring WPA with RADIUS ..............................................................................3-12
Configuring WPA2 with RADIUS ............................................................................3-14
Configuring WPA and WPA2 with RADIUS ............................................................3-15
Configuring WPA-PSK ...........................................................................................3-17
Configuring WPA2-PSK .........................................................................................3-18
Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK .................................................................3-20
Chapter 4
Firewall Protection and Content Filtering
Firewall Protection and Content Filtering Overview ........................................................4-1
Block Sites ......................................................................................................................4-1
Using Rules to Block or Allow Specific Kinds of Traffic ..................................................4-4
Inbound Rules (Port Forwarding) .............................................................................4-6
Outbound Rules (Service Blocking) .........................................................................4-8
Order of Precedence for Rules ................................................................................4-9
Default DMZ Server ...............................................................................................4-10
Attack Checks ........................................................................................................4-11
Services ........................................................................................................................4-12
Using a Schedule to Block or Allow Specific Traffic ......................................................4-13
Getting E-Mail Notifications of Firewall Logs ................................................................4-14
Chapter 5
Basic Virtual Private Networking
Overview of VPN Configuration ......................................................................................5-2
Client-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels ..............................................................................5-2
Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Tunnels .........................................................................5-2
Planning a VPN ..............................................................................................................5-3
VPN Tunnel Configuration ..............................................................................................5-4

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Setting Up a Client-to-Gateway VPN Configuration .......................................................5-5
Step 1: Configuring the Client-to-Gateway VPN Tunnel on the FVG318 .................5-5
Step 2: Configuring the NETGEAR ProSafe VPN Client on the Remote PC ...........5-7
Monitoring the Progress and Status of the VPN Client Connection .......................5-15
Transferring a Security Policy to Another Client ....................................................5-17
Setting Up a Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Configuration ................................................5-19
Activating a VPN Tunnel ...............................................................................................5-23
Verifying the Status of a VPN Tunnel .....................................................................5-25
Deactivating a VPN Tunnel ....................................................................................5-26
Deleting a VPN Tunnel ...........................................................................................5-27
Chapter 6
Advanced Virtual Private Networking
Using IKE and VPN Policies to Manage VPN Traffic ......................................................6-1
Using Automatic Key Management ..........................................................................6-2
IKE Policy Automatic Key and Authentication Management ....................................6-2
VPN Policy Configuration for Auto Key and Manual Negotiation .............................6-3
Using Digital Certificates for IKE Auto-Policy Authentication .........................................6-7
Certificate Revocation List (CRL) .............................................................................6-7
VPN Configuration Scenarios on the FVG318 ...............................................................6-8
VPN Consortium Scenario 1:
Gateway-to-Gateway with Preshared Secrets .........................................................6-9
VPN Consortium Scenario 2: FVG318 Gateway to Gateway with Digital Certificates 6-15
Chapter 7
Maintenance
Viewing VPN Firewall Router Status Information ............................................................7-1
Upgrading the Firewall Software ....................................................................................7-4
Backing Up and Restoring Settings ................................................................................7-5
Changing the Administrator Password ...........................................................................7-6
Chapter 8
Advanced Configuration
Configuring Dynamic DNS ..............................................................................................8-1
Using the LAN IP Setup Options ....................................................................................8-2
Configuring LAN TCP/IP Setup Parameters ............................................................8-2
Using the Firewall as a DHCP server .......................................................................8-3
Using Address Reservation ......................................................................................8-4

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Configuring Static Routes ...............................................................................................8-5
Configuring RIP ........................................................................................................8-6
Static Route Example ...............................................................................................8-7
Enabling Remote Management Access .........................................................................8-8
SNMP Administration ...................................................................................................8-10
Enabling Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) ....................................................................8-12
Chapter 9
Troubleshooting
Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................9-1
Power LED Not On ...................................................................................................9-1
LEDs Never Turn Off ................................................................................................9-2
LAN or Internet Port LEDs Not On ...........................................................................9-2
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ..........................................................9-2
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection ..............................................................................9-3
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility .................................................9-5
Testing the LAN Path to Your Firewall ......................................................................9-5
Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device ................................................9-6
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ........................................................9-6
Problems with Date and Time .........................................................................................9-7
Appendix A
Default Settings and Technical Specifications
Default Settings ............................................................................................................. A-1
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-3
Appendix B
Related Documents
Appendix C
VPN Configuration of NETGEAR FVG318
Case Study Overview ....................................................................................................C-1
Gathering the Network Information .........................................................................C-1
Configuring the Gateways .......................................................................................C-2
Activating the VPN Tunnel ......................................................................................C-3
The FVG318-to-FVG318 Case ......................................................................................C-3
Configuring the VPN Tunnel ...................................................................................C-4
Viewing and Editing the VPN Parameters ...............................................................C-5
Initiating and Checking the VPN Connections ........................................................C-6

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The FVG318-to-FVS318v2 Case ..................................................................................C-7
Configuring the VPN Tunnel ...................................................................................C-7
Viewing and Editing the VPN Parameters ...............................................................C-8
Initiating and Checking the VPN Connections ........................................................C-9
The FVG318-to-FVL328 Case .....................................................................................C-10
Configuring the VPN Tunnel .................................................................................C-10
Viewing and Editing the VPN Parameters ............................................................. C-11
Initiating and Checking the VPN Connections ......................................................C-12
The FVG318-to-VPN Client Case ................................................................................C-13
Client-to-Gateway VPN Tunnel Overview .............................................................C-13
Configuring the VPN Tunnel .................................................................................C-14
Initiating and Checking the VPN Connections ......................................................C-18

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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®ProSafe™ 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall FVG318 Reference Manual describes
how to install, configure and troubleshoot the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall. The
information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs, file and server names, extensions
Bold User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
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•Scope. This manual is written for the VPN firewall according to these specifications:
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page
at a time
•A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on a
link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the
manual.
•A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
How to Print this Manual
To print this manual, you can choose one of the following options, according to your needs.
•Printing a Page from HTML. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to
a major topic. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print the page contents.
Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice may result in
personal injury or death.
Product Version ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall
Manual Publication Date September 2007
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/FVG318.asp.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR® ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall,
Model FVG318.
Key Features of the VPN Firewall Router
The ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall with eight-port switch connects your local area
network (LAN) to the Internet through an external access device such as a cable modem or DSL
modem and provides 802.11b/g wireless LAN connectivity.
The FVG318 is a complete security solution that protects your network from attacks and
intrusions. Unlike simple Internet sharing firewalls that rely on Network Address Translation
(NAT) for security, the FVG318 uses stateful packet inspection for Denial of Service attack (DoS)
protection and intrusion detection. The FVG318 allows Internet access for up to 253 users. The
VPN firewall provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus browsing activity
reporting and instant alerts—both via e-mail. Parents and network administrators can establish
restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Web site addresses and address keywords, and
share high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 personal computers. In addition to NAT,
the built-in firewall protects you from hackers.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the firewall within minutes.
The VPN firewall provides the following features:
• 802.11g and 802.11b standards-based wireless networking.
• Wireless Multimedia (WMM) support.
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management.
• Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity.
• Content filtering and site blocking security.
• Built-in eight-port 10/100 Mbps switch.
• Ethernet connection to a WAN device, such as a cable modem or DSL modem.
• Extensive protocol support.
• Flash memory for firmware upgrade.

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802.11g and 802.11b Wireless Networking
The VPN firewall includes an 802.11g-compliant wireless access point. The access point provides:
• 802.11b standards-based wireless networking at up to 11 Mbps.
• 802.11g wireless networking at up to 54 Mbps, which conforms to the 802.11g standard.
• WPA and WPA2 enterprise class strong security with RADIUS and certificate authentication
as well as dynamic encryption key generation.
• WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK pre-shared key authentication without the overhead of RADIUS
servers but with all of the strong security of WPA and WPA2.
• 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption security.
• WEP keys can be generated manually or by passphrase.
• Wireless access can be restricted by MAC Address.
• Wireless network name broadcast can be turned off so that only devices that have the network
name (SSID) can connect.
Wireless Multimedia (WMM) Support
WMM is a subset of the 802.11e standard. WMM allows wireless traffic to have a range of
priorities, depending on the kind of data. Time-dependent information such as video or audio will
have a higher priority than normal traffic. For WMM to function correctly, wireless clients must
also support WMM.
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT firewalls, the FVG318 is a true firewall, using stateful packet
inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include:
• DoS protection.
Automatically detects and thwarts DoS attacks such as Ping of Death, SYN Flood, LAND
Attack, and IP Spoofing.
• Blocks unwanted traffic from the Internet to your LAN.
• Blocks access from your LAN to Internet locations or services that you specify as off-limits.
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The FVG318 logs security events such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks, and
administrator logins. You can configure the firewall to email the log to you at specified
intervals. You can also configure the firewall to send immediate alert messages to your e-mail
address or email pager whenever a significant event occurs.
• With its content filtering feature, the FVG318 prevents objectionable content from reaching
your PCs. The firewall allows you to control access to Internet content by screening for
keywords within Web addresses. You can configure the firewall to log and report attempts to
access objectionable Internet sites.
Security
The VPN firewall is equipped with several features designed to maintain security, as described in
this section.
•PCs Hidden by NAT. NAT opens a temporary path to the Internet for requests originating
from the local network. Requests originating from outside the LAN are discarded, preventing
users outside the LAN from finding and directly accessing the PCs on the LAN.
•Port Forwarding with NAT. Although NAT prevents Internet locations from directly
accessing the PCs on the LAN, the firewall allows you to direct incoming traffic to specific
PCs based on the service port number of the incoming request, or to one designated DNS host
computer. You can specify forwarding of single ports or ranges of ports.
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
With its internal eight-port 10/100 switch, the FVG318 can connect to either a 10 Mbps standard
Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. Both the LAN and WAN interfaces are
autosensing and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.
The firewall incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. Each Ethernet port automatically senses
whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a normal connection such as to a PC
or an uplink connection such as to a switch or hub. That port then configures itself to the correct
configuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables, as Auto
Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection.
Extensive Protocol Support
The VPN firewall supports the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and
Routing Information Protocol (RIP). For further information about TCP/IP, refer to Appendix B,
“Related Documents.”

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1-4 Introduction
v1.0, September 2007
•IP Address Sharing by NAT. The VPN firewall allows several networked PCs to share an
Internet account using only a single IP address, which may be statically or dynamically
assigned by your Internet service provider (ISP). This technique, known as NAT, allows the
use of an inexpensive single-user ISP account.
•Automatic Configuration of Attached PCs by DHCP. The VPN firewall dynamically
assigns network configuration information, including IP, gateway, and Domain Name Server
(DNS) addresses, to attached PCs on the LAN using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP). This feature greatly simplifies configuration of PCs on your local network.
•DNS Proxy. When DHCP is enabled and no DNS addresses are specified, the firewall
provides its own address as a DNS server to the attached PCs. The firewall obtains actual DNS
addresses from the ISP during connection setup and forwards DNS requests from the LAN.
•Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). PPPoE is a protocol for connecting remote
hosts to the Internet over a DSL connection by simulating a dial-up connection. This feature
eliminates the need to run a login program such as Entersys or WinPOET on your PC.
Easy Installation and Management
You can install, configure, and operate the ProSafe 802.11g Wireless VPN Firewall within minutes
after connecting it to the network. The following features simplify installation and management
tasks:
•Browser-based management. Browser-based configuration allows you to easily configure
your firewall from almost any type of personal computer, such as Windows, Macintosh, or
Linux. A user-friendly Setup Wizard is provided and online help documentation is built into
the browser-based Web Management Interface.
•Smart Wizard. The VPN firewall automatically senses the type of Internet connection, asking
you only for the information required for your type of ISP account.
•Diagnostic functions. The firewall incorporates built-in diagnostic functions such as Ping,
DNS lookup, and remote reboot.
•Remote management. The firewall allows you to login to the Web Management Interface
from a remote location on the Internet. For security, you can limit remote management access
to a specified remote IP address or range of addresses, and you can choose a nonstandard port
number.
•Visual monitoring. The VPN firewall’s front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its
status and activity.