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Modem Sharing

One approach to sharing multiple computers on one DSL connection is to use an Ethernet Router. The router will automatically create IP addresses (using Network Address Translation) as needed for all your local computers. 

The  following is a list of DSL Modem sharing hardware. This list is compiled for the convenience of our customers. SurfCity Networks does not endorse or support any of these products.

Built-In 10/100 4-Port Switch!

The Linksys Instant Broadband EtherFast Cable/DSL Router is the perfect option to connect multiple PCs to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection or to an Ethernet back-bone. Configurable as a DHCP server, the EtherFast Cable/DSL  Router acts as the only externally recognized Internet device on your local area network (LAN). The router can also be configured to block internal users' access to the Internet. A typical router relies on a hub or a switch to share its Internet connection, but the Linksys EtherFast Cable/DSL Router channels this connection through the blazing, full duplex speed of its built-in EtherFast 10/100 4-Port Switch.

Est. street price: Ranges from $50 to $150

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Netopia R9100 Ethernet Routers Add Firewall, Secure VPN and Routing Features to DSL and Cable Modem Connections Firewall to protect LAN resources from Internet intruders Secure VPN to provide restricted access to LAN resources for remote branch offices, travellers and remote workers over the Internet NAT and MultiNAT for secure and seamless Internet access for users and LAN-based servers V.90 or ISDN Dial backup options Built-in 8-port 10-BaseT Ethernet hub with uplink switch click to enlarge The Netopia R9100 Ethernet Router allows small and medium size businesses to connect a LAN to the Internet via the Ethernet port on a DSL or Cable modem. The Netopia R9100 Router is equipped with powerful setup and management features, making shared Internet connectivity simple and easy. Built-in firewall, NAT and MultiNAT features protect a network from would-be intruders. The Netopia R9100 includes an integrated 8-port Ethernet hub with an uplink port for connection to an external hub, so no additional equipment is required to create a new network or expand an existing local network. Versatile secure VPN features allow dial-in users, remote offices or trusted business partners to access the LAN from anywhere on the Internet using a secure, encrypted tunnel. Netopia's secure VPN saves a business money by eliminating the need for costly remote access servers (RAS), by reducing long distance phone charges, and by using the built-in VPN client included Microsoft Windows. The R9100 router is designed with a modular architecture to allow for future upgrades. Backup features offer the redundancy to ensure that Internet connectivity is always available for LAN users and LAN-based Internet servers. Part Numbers R9100-12 12 User Model R9100 Unlimited User Model UPR/UL Unlimited User Upgrade TER/AT1 AppleTalk Upgrade Kit TER/AD1 Analog Dial-in Kit TE6/DB25 Aux Port Modem Cable TER/20 V.90 WAN Module TER/31U ISDN U WAN Module TER/31S ISDN S/T WAN Module Technical Items Latest Firmware Version Add-ons and Upgrades PDF Reference Manual Est. street price (unlimited users): Ranges from $380 to $600 Click for More