DSL Connection Can I setup a network for my DSL connection? Yes, you can set up a network connection for your DSL. DSL Internet Access for Multiple Computers DSL is available for use with multiple computers. nTelos provides the DSL modem, but does not provide the networking equipment or cabling. The following information is intended as general reference for nTelos DSL customers. It is not intended as a detailed template on how to connect a Local Area Network (LAN) to a DSL modem. If you need assistance with connecting your DSL modem to a network, please contact a Local Area Network support provider. Using DSL with an Ethernet Hub or Switch DSL can be connected to multiple computers by use of an Ethernet Hub or Ethernet Switch. This solution does not provide any routing capability, and does not include any enhanced security features. Using DSL with a Router For many customers who require Internet access for multiple computers, installing a gateway router on their network will provide a versatile solution for Internet access. Today, inexpensive routers allow a customer to use a network numbering scheme called Network Address Translation or NAT. This is where a routable or static IP is given to a router (on the connection side of the router) and the router will then hand private or non-routable IP's to the users of a network (On the Local Area Network side of the router). There are numerous variations and combinations possible that allow a user to host web and mail servers, host FTP servers and serve multiple users with just a few IP addresses. Some examples of gateway cable/DSL routers: nTelos provides DSL service that can be used with Local Area Networked systems (LAN), but does not provide LAN support beyond the DSL Modem connection. This information is provided as a service to our customers, but for additional assistance on Local Area Networking, please contact a local resource for Computer and Networking products.