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Data Sheet
Cisco SOHO 71 Broadband Router
Secure, shared Internet access for small offices and home offices with the proven reliability and manageability of Cisco IOS software.
The Cisco SOHO 71 router is an Ethernet to Ethernet router that connects to a DSL or cable
modem and allows multiple users to share a broadband connection while offering:
• Secure Internet access with manageable stateful firewall
• Simple set up
• Proven reliability and manageability with IOS software
Every business connectedtothe Internet should be concerned about security, but simple DSL
and cable modems do not provide business class protection. Additionally, modems usually
allow only single user access. The Cisco SOHO 71 router, recommended for up tofive users,
allows all users in a small office to share a secure broadband connection with an integrated
stateful inspection firewall. Corporateteleworkers and agents can also takeadvantage of the
Cisco SOHO 71 router when using VPN software clients installed on individual PCs to
securely connect back to a corporate network. The Cisco SOHO 71 router adds remotely
managed firewall protection that protects both the corporate network and the home office
from hackers. For all users, the SOHO 71 router is easy to set up with a web based
configuration tool and since it runs Cisco IOS software, business of all sizes can take
advantage of its proven reliability and manageability.
Table 1 Benefit Overview of Cisco SOHO 71 Broadband Router
Features Benefit
Shared Broadband Access • Allows multiple users to share DSL and cable
connections with a single IP address
Internet security stateful
inspection firewall
• Offers business-class protection from hackers with
always-on broadband connections
Supports PC VPN Clients • Supports teleworkers or multiple agents using VPN
client software on their PCs
Plug and play with default
settings and web based
setup tool
• Nontechnical users can easily set up the router and
customize advanced features
Ensure reliability and control
with Cisco IOS Software
• Provides business-class operating system for
centralized network management, remote
troubleshooting, and proven reliability
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