This describes versions of the FVS318 Cable/DSL ProSafe VPN Firewall with 8-Port Switch. They are distinguished by the serial number on the unit, and on the box next to the UPC code.

• FVS318v3 starts with FVS9 or 14A
• FVS318v2 starts with FVS1
• FVS318v1 starts with FVS8

Support Site Web pages mentioning the FVS318 refer to all versions, unless otherwise noted. (Marketing pages on www.netgear.com only use the most recent version.)

• It is not possible to order one particular version on the Web.
• NETGEAR is not offering to replace older models with newer ones.
• Support Web pages refer to all versions. Marketing sites (such as www.netgear.com) only refer to latest version.

FVS318v3

The FVS318v3 uses a much improved, more powerful CPU. The increased power allows the FVS318v3 to support:

• A 10/100 Mbps Internet port
• Faster routing and VPN throughput
• VPN authentication using X.509 certificates
• Secure remote management using SSL encryption
• Inbound and outbound firewall rules

Because of the processor change, previous firmware (v2.4 and earlier) will not work in the FVS318v3, and the new firmware (v3.0 and later) will not work with non-FVS318v3. NETGEAR is not offering to replace older models with newer ones.

Note: If the FVS318v3 constantly redirects you from the Configuration Assistant (instead of the regular configuration menus) it's still in the default factory state. In this state, it captures any browser activity and presents the Configuration Assistant to begin configuration for Internet access. If you accessed the configuration menus but did not click Apply, the settings were not altered.

• FVS318v3 Support Page, with downloads

FVS318v2

• FVS318v2 Support Page, with downloads

FVS318 (aka FVS318v1)

• FVS318 Support Page, with downloads