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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the TW100-BRM504's features and ca-
pabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new TW100-BRM504. The TW100-BRM504 is a
multi-function device providing the following services:
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Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
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4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
Figure 1: TW100-BRM504
TW100-BRM504 Features
The TW100-BRM504 incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide
sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet
through the TW100-BRM504, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid)
IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Ad-
dress Translation).
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Built-in ADSL Modem. The TW100-BRM504 has a built-in ADSL modem, supporting
all common ADSL connections.
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IPoA, PPPoE, PPPoA, Direct Connection Support. The TW100-BRM504 supports
all common connection methods.
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Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the TW100-
BRM504 can test your ADSL and Internet connection to determine the connection method
used by your ISP.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the TW100-
BRM504 supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and
Fixed IP Address.
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