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Welcome to BT Fusion Contents The intelligent mobile service This technical guide contains important information to help you set up a small network of computers and devices to the BT Hub. It contains valuable information if you are setting up a network for the first time or if you have an existing network and need help to install and use the BT Hub. Please read through this guide before you install the BT Hub to get up and running as quickly as possible.
Before you start Replacing your existing modem or router with the BT Hub Complete the Quick Install If you replace your existing modem or router with the BT Hub you may experience a temporary discontinuation in service until your network is restored. To ensure that you successfully install the BT Hub it is recommended that you: Before you set up a small network refer to your Welcome Pack to complete Steps 1-4 of the Quick Install.
Go wireless in your office 3 Disable Microsoft® Internet Connection Sharing* (ICS) 4 Make note of the names and settings of any computers and devices that are connected by Ethernet to your existing modem or router e.g.
Securing your wireless connection The BT Hub enables encryption for your wireless data using a Wireless Encryption Key (WEP), to protect your network and avoid people connecting to the Internet using your broadband connection. This WEP Key is unique to the BT Hub and has to be entered into each wireless adaptor before it can connect to the hub. The key can be found on the label on the base of the BT Hub or on the sleeve of the USB driver CD.
Connecting wirelessly with WEP 64 bit Connecting wirelessly with WPA security Choose the WEP 64 bit BT Hub security setting in the BT Hub Manager WPA security To connect wirelessly using WPA Each of your wireless adaptors must support WPA for you to benefit from WPA security. • • • • Open your Internet browser Type in bthub.
Connecting wirelessly with Windows XP® SP2 and WEP 128 bit security The following describes the configuration of integrated wireless adaptors when using Windows® XP SP2. • Click Next and choose the option to use a USB flash drive An optional USB flash drive is recommended. Using a flash drive is easier and more secure. Go to the Control Panel Run the Windows® Wireless Network Wizard Choose Set up a new network Enter the Wireless Network Name (SSID) Ensure you enter this accurately.
Advanced network settings Set up an alternative private IP range Set up a static IP network To provide BT Fusion support, it is strongly recommended that you use the default private IP range of the BT Hub. The default private IP range is 192.168.1.x. If you have a static IP broadband service and you need to set up an email server, file server, web server or VPN with the BT Hub, it is recommended you follow the instructions below for port forwarding or DMZ.
Configuring other existing equipment Equipment connected to your telephone line Firewalls and security Other equipment connected to your telephone line should function normally with the BT Hub. Your BT Hub contains a built in NAT firewall for added security. As default the firewall is switched on with medium protection, which is suitable for most small businesses. Microfilters It may be necessary to open certain ports to allow for particular applications that you use on your computer.
Manage your BT Business Broadband account online Setting up your email (For primary account holders only) If you are replacing an existing BT Broadband modem or router with the BT Hub continue using email just as before. It is easy to manage your account online – allowing you to access your account details whenever you like. Use the Your Accounts area of the BT broadband office page to manage your BT accounts and services. Go to www.btbroadbandoffice.com.
New users of Outlook Express When you first access Outlook Express, the Internet Connection Wizard will guide you through the configuration process. 4. Click the Mail menu option 1. Locate and open Outlook Express. This is usually available as an icon on your desktop after installation. You can also access Outlook Express in the Start > Programs menu 5. Enter the name you wish to appear on your outgoing email and click Next 7.
Modifying existing Outlook Express settings to work with your BT Business Broadband connection 1. Locate and open Outlook Express. This is usually available as an icon on your desktop after installation. You can also access Outlook Express in the Start > Programs menu 4. The Properties window opens. Click the Servers tab Using Domain Names Please note: After creating new email users, follow the instructions supplied in “Setting up Outlook Express to access your Email accounts” on page 18.
Other BT Business Broadband services BT Business Broadband provides a range of additional products to support your Broadband service. These include: Datasure Online PC Backup Backup the business data on your PC in a secure offsite data vault. In an emergency, you can recover the encrypted files from anywhere you have Internet access.
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