Cisco Systems DPC2420 Network Router User Manual


 
Chapter 1 Introducing the DOCSIS Residential Gateway
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Introduction
Welcome to the exciting world of high-speed Internet and high-quality digital
telephone service. Your new residential gateway is a cable modem that meets
industry standards for high-speed data connectivity along with reliable digital
telephone service. The residential gateway delivers data, voice and wired (Ethernet)
or wireless gateway capabilities to connect a variety of devices in the home or small
office and support high-speed data access and cost-effective voice services, all in one
device. With a residential gateway, your Internet enjoyment, home and business
communications, and personal productivity will surely soar.
Your new residential gateway offers the following outstanding benefits and features:
Compliant with DOCSIS 2.0 and 1.x standards along with PacketCable™ and
EuroPacketCable™ specifications to deliver high-end performance and reliability
High performance broadband Internet connectivity to energize your online
experience
Two-line embedded digital voice adapter for wired telephony service
One 100/10BASE-T Ethernet port to provide wired connectivity
802.11g Wireless Access Point
Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS), including a push button switch to activate WPS
for simplified and secure wireless setup
User configurable Parental Control blocks access to undesirable Internet sites
Advanced firewall technology deters hackers and protects the home network
from unauthorized access
Attractive compact design that allows for vertical, horizontal, or wall-mounted
operation
Color-coded interface ports and corresponding cables simplify installation and
setup
DOCSIS-5 compliant LED labeling and behavior provides a user and technician
friendly method to check operational status and act as a troubleshooting tool
Allows automatic software upgrades by your service provider