The Pipeline 85 ISDN bridge/router offers robust remote access capabilities as well as a 4-port Ethernet hub for linking SOHOs and remote offices directly to a corporate site or the Internet. Dual analog ports allow users to connect their phone and fax over the same ISDN BRI line used to provide high-speed digital access. In addition, every Pipeline 85 includes Ascend's exclusive SmoothConnect--a bundling of features and functionality designed to make remote connectivity simpler and more cost-effective than ever. This model of the Pipeline 85 ships with Ascend's Secure Access Firewall software. This model features ISDN BRI U Interface and integrated dynamic firewall with IPSec Encryption.The Pipeline 85 is ideal for SOHO and remote office applications requiring an extensible solution that offers high performance, adjustable bandwidth and security. This gives users the flexibility to make secure connections to a remote office, download the latest financial data from their corporate intranet or simply surf the Internet. The Pipeline 85 is a great solution for handling all your remote access needs.