FriendlyNET

10/100 Cable/DSL Routers

Safely Connect Multiple Macs and PCs

to a High-Speed Internet Connection

Graphic files.Video streams. MP3 music files. And just everyday email with large attachments.
Sometimes you wonder how you’ve been getting along without a broadband Internet connec-
tion. Now you want to share that power with others in your office or home.

Advanced Physical and Network Security

Easily share cable or DSL Built from the ground up to provide multiple levels of security, the FriendlyNET
Internet service Cable/DSL Router is designed around natural firewall that protects your local comput-
ers from outside intruders. The security-hardened FriendlyNET router is the only IP net-
work address exposed to the outside elements.
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To guard against unauthorized removal or theft, the sleek Asanté FriendlyStack™ case
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design features special hooks (to attach security cables) and four mounting holes
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(including two concealed holes). These security features are ideal for securing the
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router in hotels, schools and other public areas where physical security is essential.
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“Best Value.” Outstanding Performance

– Macworld
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Unlike other Internet routers, the FriendlyNET router was designed for maximum net-
work performance at an affordable price. Start with the integrated 2-port 10/100 Mbps
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Fast Ethernet switch. When directly connecting two computers in the same room, net-
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work traffic moves at up to 100 Mbps (200 Mbps in full duplex mode) – ideal for backing
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up data from a notebook computer to a desktop machine. As your network needs grow,
just add another FriendlyNET 10/100 switch or hub to connect up to 253 users over stan-
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dard Fast Ethernet cabling.

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“Best Buy.”
Backup Modem Port
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– PC World
Running mission critical applications? Even if you’re just doing day-trading, you’ll never
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want to be off-line when your broadband Internet connection is sluggish or down. The
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FriendlyNET routers come with a built-in standard serial port to connect your external
v.90 56K modem (optional) – just in case.
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Share Printers
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Here’s a cost-effective way to share a color inkjet or laser printer. Instead of dedicating a
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“Outstanding.”
– Macs Only! computer to act as a print server, let the FriendlyNET router handle that for you. Now you
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have the freedom to share a parallel port printer through a 10/100 Fast Ethernet net-
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work.
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AsantéCare Service and Support

“Good compromise between
Each Asanté FriendlyNET router is designed to provide many years of continuous 24x7
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ease of use and security.”

– Web Techniquest service in the most demanding environments. During the first year of ownership, Asanté
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provides free technical support, software maintenance and complete warranty service.
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AsantéCare can be extended for additional years for a nominal charge.

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10/100 Cable/DSL Routers

SPECIFICATIONS
Connectors: WAN: Ethernet (RJ-45, 10BaseT) or serial (DB9 Female)
LAN: Fast Ethernet (RJ-45, 100BaseT, and 10BaseT)
Printer: Parallel (DB25, Male)
Status Indicators: Power and status. Separate link-activity and speed (100 Mbps) LEDs for each LAN port.WAN
link-activity. COM port and Printer status.
Advanced Security:
Log Records all intrusion attempts in volatile memory
Integrated firewall and
Port Access User-definable triggers and ports open only upon demand
access control
Group Assign users to any of 3 groups (or default) to allow/block access to specific TCP ports.
For example, prevent access to web, email or news.
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Tampering No externally accessible buttons or switches to change router/network configuration,

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password or operating parameters.

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Firewall Natural packet filter and router with network address translation (NAT).WAN traffic only
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sees the router itself; LAN traffic is cloaked.

DMZ Selectable address for unrestricted 2-way communications
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Administration Password protected. Remote access may be limited only to a specific IP address or
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range of addresses.
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Storms Hardware-based broadcast storm prevention.

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Performance:
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Network Processor Integrated 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet switch

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Route Processor x86-class microprocessor

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Software Features:
Administration 100% configurable from a web browser (included) with password protection
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for local and remote management.

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Compatibility Supports static and dynamic IP addresses

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Special Modem Support PPPoE DSL, @Home cable, MediaOne

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DHCP Assign up to 253 IP addresses and users automatically

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Virtual Server Host IP services through re-directed servers

Popular Applications Supports Internet games, video conferencing and telephony applications through
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Ideal for Macs, Windows pre-configured and user-definable triggers and ports
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and Linux systems Virtual Private Networks PPPTP (tunneling) and IPSec
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Updates Mac OS,Windows and Linux download to FLASH memory

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Physical Characteristics:
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All Models Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.0 x 1.4 inches (216 x 127 x 35mm)
Weight: 1.5 pounds (0.68 Kg)
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10/100 Cable/DSL Routers

Environmental Range:
One year free technical Operating Temperature 32º to 104º F (0º to 40º C)
support.
Relative Humidity 10% to 92% non-condensing
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Power 12 VDC, maximum 1.2A / 15W

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Standards Compliance:
Network IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet over 2 pairs of UTP Category 5 (100BaseTX).
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IEEE 802.3 Ethernet over 2 pairs of UTP Category 3 (10BaseT).

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Recommended maximum distance is 328 feet (100 meters) for WAN and LAN connections.
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Full Duplex Support for 10/100 Mbps data rates with flow control
Safety UL 1950, CUL,TUV/GS, CE Safety
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Emissions FCC Class B, CE Mark

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Support:
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Free technical support One year of free telephone and email support for basic installation; 24-hour support via
warranty web; one year product warranty.
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Asant´Care Optional extended technical support and product warranty.

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FR3002AL wireless-ready
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Name Description Asanté Part Number*

router also available.
FR3004 Cable/DSL Router Router with 4-port 10/100 switch 99-00617-01
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FR3004C Cable/DSL Router Adds back up modem (COM) port 99-00649-01

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FR3004LC Cable/DSL Router Adds backup modem (COM) port and print server (parallel port) 99-00618-01
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* For international part numbers, please refer to the Asanté price list.
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Asanté Technologies, Inc. • 821 Fox Lane, San Jose, CA 95131 USA • T: 408.435.8388, 800.662.9686 • F: 408.432.7511
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Copyright © 2001 by Asanté Technologies,Inc.All rights reserved.Asanté Technologies,AsantéCare,FriendlyNET and FriendlyStack are trademarks of Asanté Technologies.All brand names
and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. 06-00654-00 Rev. B, 03/01