This document is a reference manual for the Model FVS318 Broadband ProSafe VPN Firewall released by NETGEAR, Inc. The document describes the features and characteristics of the product.
This reference manual covers the Netgear FVS318 Broadband ProSafe VPN Firewall, describing its features, hardware layout, and intended audience. It includes safety notices, FCC compliance information, and an overview of the firewall's capabilities.
The guide is organized into chapters that walk users through installation, basic and advanced network configuration, VPN setup, management tasks, backup and restore procedures, and detailed troubleshooting steps. Appendices provide technical specifications and background networking concepts.
Use the procedure described in Chapter 4 under “How to Change the Built‑In Password”.
Follow the “How to Back Up the Configuration to a File” steps in Chapter 8.
Enable remote management by following the instructions in Chapter 8 titled “How to Enable Remote Management”.