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Simple to use, it plugs directly into your ADSL line. An integrated switch lets you directly connect four computers or any combination of four computers, access points or printers. Setup couldn't be easier NETGEAR's Smart Wizard install assistant and on-screen help guide you through each step. The Smart Wizard automatically detects and makes the best connection to your ISP while a graphical user interface is available in English, French, German and Italian.
A true Firewall protects your network with business-class security against intruders, including logs and alerts of break-in attempts, while VPN passthrough makes it safe to connect to your business network from home or office. The contemporary, sleek design of this unit suits your home or office. Future upgrades to firmware can be obtained via the Internet.
Faster than ever
The DG834GT gives you instant connectivity with or without wires, and works with your existing 802.11b devices as well as your new 54 Mbps 802.11g and Super G devices. A built-in ADSL modem furnishes direct, always-on Internet connectivity and multi-user access sharing at speeds up to 140 times faster than dial-up. This powerful router distributes MP3s, digital movies and photos with ultra-fast 10/100 switched LAN ports capable of speeds of 200 Mbps, and shares a single IP address with up to 253 users.
Hassle Free
No need for a separate modem this unit 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). The DG834GT supports PCs, Macintosh®, and virtually all Ethernet devices, and comes with a free Ethernet cable for connecting your first computer.
Secure
True Firewall using Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Intrusion Control features Denial of Service protection from hacker attacks, while VPN (Virtual Private Network) pass-through permits secure access to your office or corporate network and enables you to host VPN services. Content filtering lets you control access to inappropriate web sites and limit usage by time of day. Logs browsing activities and provides optional e-mail alerts so you can monitor access. DMZ support allows unrestricted access from the Internet to one computer (for hosting web services).
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However, after a week the PSU cube failed completely and in doing so managed to kill the ADSL modem part of the device. This was worrying as it was running off my stabilised UPS. I temporarily borrowed a PSU for a quick test and annoyingly the setup system and wireless components still worked making me think that there was a broadband problem. In view of the range of the device and the fact that it does run rather hot I suspect that Netgear maybe need to uprate their PSU cubes - maybe there's not much power left in reserve if all the ports and wireless are active at once. Tech "support" suggested I call them and be ready to apply firmware upgrades and run tests - difficult if you have no power supply ! I subsequently replaced it with the DG834G.
Good points: I liked the styling and small size of the unit, and the fact that I could set it up using my Konqueror browser under FreeBSD/Xvision - the DG814 was particularly picky about this. It also seems to handle NAT'd FTP uploads properly: something I'd had problems with previously. Good firewall and easy port-forwarding setup. An excellent newbie guide to networking included on the CD.
Bad points: Runs rather warm. Early failure, although this my have been a one-off. Somewhat flimsy.
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