The Barricade Cable/DSL Broadband Router (SMC7004VBR) is the ideal networking solution for home and business users that are looking for a complete networking solution. This platform independent multi-function router combines a 4-port 10/100 Mbps dual speed switch, full-featured SPI firewall, and network management system into one convenient device. The Barricade supports various network protocols, such as TCP/IP and NetBeui, while also providing support for VPN connections with PPTP, L2TP, and IPSec pass-through. The Barricade Broadband Router is the first router in its class to offer an integrated Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall. This firewall provides protection against hacker invasions, such as Denial of Service (DoS) attacks by analyzing individual data packets, as they pass through the Barricade, to ensure that only authorized packets are allowed access to the network. To control network access, parents or business owners can block certain Web sites by entering either a URL address or just a keyword of the Web site. In addition to these incredible features, this latest addition to the Barricade family provides hacker prevention and logging functionalities. For example, when a hacker attempts to access your network, the Barricade can alert you via email so you can take appropriate action. The Barricade Router supports Network Address Translation (NAT) to provide connectivity simultaneous Internet access for up to 253 PCs using a single purchased IP address. To manage these connections, the Barricade has a built-in DHCP server to auto-assign IP addresses to devices on your network. To install this device, simply plug this router into your broadband connection using the integrated 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 WAN port - configure your static, dynamic, or PPPoE connection through the Web-based interface - and in minutes you will be surfing the Web. By using the Web-based management system you can configure this router to handle IP routing and port forwarding through the Virtual Server option. For added management, this router also has a full-featured Access Control option. The integrated feature allows you to filter traffic through your network based on IP and MAC address. The Barricade Cable/DSL Router is a comprehensive networking solution for PC, Mac, or Linux users. Combine the features, functionality, and affordability with SMC's award-winning technical support and service and you have the perfect network device for any situation.