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Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this User Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network Layout Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Router’s Ports The Router’s LEDs The Router’s Data Card Slot 1 1 2 4 4 4 4 6 6 7 8 Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 9 Overview Hardware Installation for Use of the Mobile Br
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The Setup Tab - Mobile Network The Setup Tab - DDNS The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings The Security Tab - Firewall The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwar
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Windows 98SE or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based Utility 106 106 107 Appendix F: Glossary Appendix G: Specifications Appendix H: Warranty Information Appendix I: Regulatory Information Appendix J: Contact Information 108 113 115 116 123
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband List of Figures Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs Figure 3-4: The Router’s Data Card Slot Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer Figure 4-2: Connect the Power Figure 4-3: Connect the Broadband Modem Figure 4-4: Connect Your Computer Figure 4-5: Connect the Power Figure 4-6: Diagram for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-7: Connect Another Router Figure 4-8: Connect Your Computer Figure 4-9: Connect the Powe
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure 5-17: Mobile Broadband Connection Cannot be Established Screen Figure 5-18: Congratulations Screen Figure 6-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen Figure 6-2: Select Service Screen Figure 6-3: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen Figure 6-4: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen Figure 6-5: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen Figure 6-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, continued Figure 6-7: Power on the Router Screen Figure 6-8:
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure 7-11: Configure DSL (PPPoE) Settings Screen Figure 7-12: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen Figure 7-13: Confirm New Settings Screen Figure 7-14: Set the Router’s Password Screen Figure 7-15: Wireless Settings Screen Figure 7-16: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen Figure 7-17: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA2-PSK Screen Figure 7-18: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-PSK Screen Figure 7-19: Configure Wireless Security Settings -
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure 8-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - TKIP) Figure 8-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - AES) Figure 8-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) Figure 8-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - TKIP) Figure 8-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - AES) Figure 8-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) Figure 8-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) Figure 8-27: Wireless Tab -
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 106 106 107 107
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely. How does the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet connection over a network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband • Appendix B: Wireless Security This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks. • Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so. • Appendix D: Windows Help This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless network. ssid (service set identifier): your wireless network’s name.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband laptop computers, PCI adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB adapters when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer and Wireless Ethernet Bridges. When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can use the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband’s four Ethernet LAN ports. To add more ports, any of the Router's LAN ports can be connected to any of Linksys's switches.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Router’s Ports The Router's ports and Reset button are located on the side panel with the antenna port. Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports Antenna The antenna port is where you will attach the Router’s antenna. Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection, if you are using broadband WAN service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Router’s LEDs The Router’s LEDs are located on the Router’s other side panel. Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs Data Card Button This button allows you to connect to and disconnect from the mobile network (you can also connect and disconnect using the Basic Setup tab of the Router’s Web-based Utility). POWER ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 Green. The POWER LED lights up and will stay on when the Router is powered on.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Router’s Data Card Slot The Router’s Data Card slot is located on the Router’s top panel. Figure 3-4: The Router’s Data Card Slot Data Card Slot Insert the mobile broadband data card (available separately) into this slot if the Router will connect to a mobile broadband service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Overview Most users who are connecting the Router to the Internet for the first time can proceed to the appropriate chapter about the Setup Wizard and use this chapter as reference on how to connect the hardware. There are three chapters about the Setup Wizard available.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 4. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer 5. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power adapter that is supplied with the Router.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 1. Power down your network devices. 2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations. 3. Attach the antenna and fix its direction. Try to place the Router in a position that will best cover your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 5. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. 6. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage. Proceed to the section at the end of this chapter, “Placement Options.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router Before you install the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband, you will need to check if the default IP address of the other Router is 192.168.1.1. If so, there will be an IP address conflict with the new Router. Follow the instructions below to change the default IP address of the existing Router to 192.168.2.1.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 9. Decide which network computers or Ethernet devices you want to connect to the Router. Disconnect the selected computers or devices from the other router, and then connect them to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet network cabling. Figure 4-8: Connect Your Computer 10. Connect the power adapter to the Router's Power port, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Router.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Placement Options There are three ways to place the Router. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Router vertically on a surface. The third way is to mount it on a wall. The second and third options are explained in further detail below. Stand Option 1. Line up the center of the Router’s stand with the center of the Router’s labeled edge. 2. Insert the Router into the stand.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Wall-Mount Option The Router has four wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between two adjacent slots is 68 mm (2.68 inches). 68 mm (2,68 inches) Before you begin, make sure you have two screws that are size #4—this indicates a diameter measurement of 2.845 mm (0.112 inches). 1. Determine where you want to mount the Router. 2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure adjacent holes are 68 mm (2.68 inches) apart. 3.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for mobile broadband service only. If you want to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter D:\SetupWizard.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive). 2. On the Welcome screen, click the Click Here to Start button if this is the first time you are running the Setup Wizard.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 3. Click the Mobile Broadband Only radio button to configure the Router for mobile broadband service. NOTE: If you click the Broadband WAN Only radio button to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 5. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button. Figure 5-4: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 6. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. If necessary, connect any additional computers or other devices to the Router. Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 7. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. Figure 5-6: Power on the Router Screen 8. Make sure the LEDs on the Router light up. The Power LED will flash for a few seconds while the Router goes through its self-diagnostics test. This LED will be solidly lit when the self-test is complete. If it does not stop flashing, refer to “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.” Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 9. The Router provides a Web-based Utility you can use for configuring the Router from any networked PC. Password - Enter a password that will control access to the Utility. Confirm - Then enter it again in the Confirm field. Click the Next button. IMPORTANT: If you do NOT have your mobile broadband data card, you cannot configure the Router for mobile broadband service. You have two choices.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 11. Select the method of security you want to use: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WEP (128-Bit), or WEP (64-Bit). WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, and WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. WPA is a stronger security method than WEP. WPA2 is the strongest security method. Proceed to the appropriate section for your security method.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WPA-PSK To use WPA-PSK security, enter a Passphrase that is 8-32 characters in length. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen. encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WEP (64-Bit) Enter a passphrase or WEP key. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, and then click the Generate button, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 13. The Setup Wizard will ask you to review your settings before it saves them. Click the Yes button if you are satisfied with your settings, or click the No button if you do not want to save your new settings. 14. If your mobile broadband connection cannot be established, a warning message will appear. Make sure that your card is inserted correctly and try again.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for broadband WAN service only, such as cable or DSL service. If you want to configure the Router for mobile broadband service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 3. Click the Broadband WAN Only radio button to configure the Router for broadband WAN service. Make sure the Router is powered off. NOTE: If you click the Mobile Broadband radio button to configure the Router for mobile broad service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 5. Connect the cable from the modem to the Internet port on the Router. (This is the same cable that you just disconnected from your computer.) Click the Next button. Figure 6-4: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen 6. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 7. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. If necessary, connect any additional computers or other devices to the Router. Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 8. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. Figure 6-7: Power on the Router Screen 9. Make sure the Power, Internet, and at least one of the numbered LEDs on the Router light up. If they do not light up, make sure the cables are securely connected. The Power LED will flash for a few seconds while the Router goes through its self-diagnostics test.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 10. Select the Internet connection type you use: Cable (DHCP), DSL (PPPoE), or Static IP. Proceed to the appropriate section for your Internet connection type. NOTE: If the Internet connection type you use is not listed here, keep the default, Cable (DHCP) for now, and click the Next button. After you have completed the Setup Wizard, go to “Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Static IP IP Address - Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask- Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP. Gateway - Enter the Gateway IP address provided by your ISP. DNS 1-2 - Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address(es) provided by your ISP. You need to enter at least one DNS address. Click the Next button to continue. Figure 6-11: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 11.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 12. The Router provides a Web-based Utility you can use for configuring the Router from any networked PC. Password - Enter a password that will control access to the Utility. Confirm - Then enter it again in the Confirm field. Click the Next button. Figure 6-13: Set the Router’s Password Screen 13. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 14. Select the method of security you want to use: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WEP (128-Bit), or WEP (64-Bit). WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, and WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. WPA is a stronger security method than WEP. WPA2 is the strongest security method. Proceed to the appropriate section for your security method.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WPA-PSK To use WPA-PSK security, enter a Passphrase that is 8-32 characters in length. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WEP (64-Bit) Enter a passphrase or WEP key. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, and then click the Generate button, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 16. If you do not use any wireless security method, you will see a warning message that recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorized users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges. You are liable for any and all additional charges from your service provider. Click the Exit button. Proceed to step 17. 17. The Congratulations screen will appear.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and Mobile Broadband Service Overview This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for broadband WAN and mobile broadband service. If you want to configure the Router for mobile broadband service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup Wizard 1. Insert the Setup Wizard CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Setup Wizard should run automatically, and the Welcome screen should appear. If it does not, click the Start button and choose Run. In the field that appears, enter D:\SetupWizard.exe (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive). 2. On the following Welcome screen, click the Click Here to Start button if this is the first time you are running the Setup Wizard.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 3. Click the Broadband WAN and Mobile Broadband radio button to configure the Router for both broadband WAN and mobile broadband service. NOTE: If you click the Mobile Broadband Only radio button to configure the Router for mobile broadband service only, go to “Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 5. Disconnect the Ethernet network cable from your computer. (This is the cable that connects the computer to your modem.) Then click the Next button. Figure 7-4: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen 6. Connect the cable from the modem to the Internet port on the Router. (This is the same cable that you just disconnected from your computer.) Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 7. Connect the included Ethernet network cable to the Ethernet network port of your computer. (This cable is color-coded yellow to match the yellow Ethernet ports on the Router.) Click the Next button. Figure 7-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 8. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the Ethernet ports labeled 1-4 on the side panel of the Router. Connect additional computers or other devices to the Router. Click the Next button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 9. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet. Click the Next button. Figure 7-8: Power on the Router Screen 10. Make sure the Power, Internet, and at least one of the numbered LEDs on the Router light up. If they do not light up, make sure the cables are securely connected. The Power LED will flash for a few seconds while the Router goes through its self-diagnostics test.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 11. Select the Internet connection type you use: Cable (DHCP), DSL (PPPoE), or Static IP. Proceed to the appropriate section for your Internet connection type. NOTE: If the Internet connection type you use is not listed here, keep the default, Cable (DHCP) for now, and click the Next button. After you have completed the Setup Wizard, go to “Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Static IP IP Address - Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask- Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP. Gateway - Enter the Gateway IP address provided by your ISP. DNS 1-2 - Enter the DNS (Domain Name System) server IP address(es) provided by your ISP. You need to enter at least one DNS address. Click the Next button to continue. Figure 7-12: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 12.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 13. The Router provides a Web-based Utility you can use for configuring the Router from any networked PC. Password - Enter a password that will control access to the Utility. Confirm - Then enter it again in the Confirm field. Click the Next button. Figure 7-14: Set the Router’s Password Screen 14. The Setup Wizard will ask you to enter the settings for your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 15. Select the method of security you want to use: WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WEP (128-Bit), or WEP (64-Bit). WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, and WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy. WPA is a stronger security method than WEP. WPA2 is the strongest security method. Proceed to the appropriate section for your security method.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WPA-Personal To use WPA-PSK security, enter a Passphrase that is 8-32 characters in length. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, also called a pre-shared key, of 8-63 characters in the Passphrase field. The longer and more complex your Passphrase is, the more secure your network will be. Click the Next button to continue or the Back button to return to the previous screen.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WEP (64-Bit) Enter a passphrase or WEP key. Passphrase - Enter a passphrase, and then click the Generate button, so a WEP key is automatically generated. The passphrase is case-sensitive and should not be longer than 16 alphanumeric characters. It must match the passphrase of your other wireless network devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For any non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on those products.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 17. If you do not use any wireless security method, you will see a warning message that recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorized users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges. You are liable for any and all additional charges from your service provider. Click the Exit button. Proceed to step 20. Figure 7-22: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 18.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 19. If your mobile broadband connection cannot be established, a warning message will appear. Make sure that your card is inserted correctly and try again. If the warning appears again, make sure that your mobile broadband data card is activated or contact your mobile service provider. Figure 7-24: Mobile Broadband Connection Cannot be Established Screen 20. The Congratulations screen will appear.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the Web-based Utility to configure the Router. For advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - Basic Setup The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Router's general settings. Change these settings as described here, and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Mobile Network Setup Configure the mobile network settings for the Router in this section. Mobile Connection.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband • Static IP. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP. Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here. Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask. Gateway.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband MTU. MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet transmission. The default setting, Manual, allows you to enter the largest packet size that will be transmitted. The recommended size, entered in the Size field, is 1492. You should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. To have the Router select the best MTU for your Internet connection, select Auto.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WINS. The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each PC’s interaction with the Internet. If you use a WINS server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank. Time Setting Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu. Click the checkbox to have the Router automatically adjust the clock for daylight savings time.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - Mobile Network On this screen, you can configure mobile network settings and view mobile broadband status information for the Router. Some of these settings will be automatically configured by the Router and, in most cases, should not be changed unless you are instructed to do so. Mobile Network Connection Mode Auto Connect. If you select Auto, the Router will automatically connect to the default mobile network when it powers on.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - DDNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service with a DDNS service provider, www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com. DynDNS.org DDNS Service.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router with the MAC Address Clone feature. MAC Clone Enable/Disable.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the type(s) of advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing will automatically adjust how packets travel on your network. Static Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination. Advanced Routing Operating Mode. Select the mode in which this Router will function.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Interface. This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the LAN & Wireless (Ethernet and wireless networks), the WAN (Internet), or Loopback (a dummy network in which one PC acts like a network— necessary for certain software programs). Click the Show Routing Table button to view the Static Routes you’ve already set up.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security mode options supported by the Router: WPA Personal, WPA2 Personal, WPA Enterprise (also known as WPARADIUS), WPA2 Enterprise, RADIUS, and WEP. (WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WPA2 Enterprise. This option features WPA2 used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) WPA2 automatically uses TKIP + AES with dynamic encryption keys. Enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the Router and the server. Last, enter a Key Renewal Timeout, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband RADIUS. This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the Router and the server. Then, select a Default Transmit Key (choose which Key to use), and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your network’s radius. Wireless MAC Filter Wireless MAC Filter. To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or blocking access, click Enable. If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, select Disable. Prevent. Clicking this button will block wireless access by MAC Address.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an expert administrator as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance. Advanced Wireless Authentication Type. The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast and multicast messages. The default value is 1. Fragmentation Threshold. This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into multiple packets. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase the Fragmentation Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Security Tab - Firewall Firewall Firewall Protection. Enable this feature to employ Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) for more detailed review of data packets entering your network environment. Block WAN Requests Block Anonymous Internet Requests. Use this feature to prevent your network from being “pinged,” or detected, by other Internet users. The Block WAN Request feature also reinforces your network security by hiding your network ports.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Use this screen to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall. VPN Passthrough IPSec Passthrough. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, click Enable. IPSec Passthrough is enabled by default. PPTP Passthrough.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 2. To enable this policy, click the radio button beside Enable. 3. Enter a Policy Name in the field provided. 4. Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen will appear. You can select a PC by MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you want this policy to affect a group of PCs.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some Internet applications may not require any forwarding.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering The Port Triggering screen allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP address of the computer that sends the matching data is remembered by the Router, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules. Port Triggering Application. Enter the application name of the trigger.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port Range Forward feature is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Ethernet Port Priority Port 1-4, Priority, and Flow Control. Ethernet Port Priority QoS allows you to prioritize performance for four of the Router’s ports, Ethernet (LAN) Ports 1-4. For each of these ports, select High or Low for Priority. For Flow Control, if you want the Router to control the transmission of data between network devices, select Enable. To disable this feature, select Disable.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Administration Tab - Management This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for access and security. Router Password Local Router Access Router Password and Re-enter to confirm. You can change the Router’s password from here. Enter a new Router password and then type it again in the Re-enter to confirm field to confirm. Web Access Access Server.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Administration Tab - Log The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. Log Log. To disable the Log function, keep the default setting, Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the Internet, select Enable. When you wish to view the logs, click Incoming Log or Outgoing Log, depending on which you wish to view.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Administration Tab - Diagnostics The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network components. The reboot Ping Test Ping Parameters. The Ping test will check the status of a connection. Click the Ping button to open the Ping Test screen. Enter the address of the PC whose connection you wish to test and how many times you wish to test it. Then, click the Ping button.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults. Click the Yes button to reset all configuration settings to their default values, and then click the Save Settings button. Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored. This feature is disabled by default. Click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your change.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Status Tab - Mobile Network The Mobile Network screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current mobile network and mobile broadband data card status. Mobile Network Status Network Name. Displayed here is the name of the mobile network the Router is using. Signal Strength. This indicates the strength of the mobile broadband signal that the Router is receiving. Connection Time.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Status Tab - Router The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status. Router Information Firmware Version. This is the Router’s current firmware. Current Time. This shows the time, as you set on the Setup Tab. MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen by your ISP. Router Name. This is the specific name for the Router, which you set on the Setup Tab. Host Name.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network. Local Network MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Ethernet network. IP Address. This shows the Router’s IP Address, as it appears on your local, Ethernet network. Subnet Mask. When the Router is using a Subnet Mask, it is shown here. DHCP Server. If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network. Wireless MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, wireless network. Mode. As selected from the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless mode (Mixed, G-Only, or Disabled) used by the network. SSID. As entered on the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless network name or SSID.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Sprint website at www.sprint.com. Common Problems and Solutions 1.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If you are using the Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions), please follow the instructions for Windows 2000. 1. Click Start and Control Panel. 2. Click the Network and Internet Connections icon and then the Network Connections icon. 3.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband • If you get a reply, the computer is connected to the Internet. If you cannot open a webpage, try the ping command from a different computer to verify that your original computer is not the cause of the problem. • If you do NOT get a reply, there may be a problem with the connection. Try the ping command from a different computer to verify that your original computer is not the cause of the problem. 4.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 2. Enter any name you want to use for the Application. 3. Enter the Start and End Port range of the service you are using. For example, if you have a web server, you would enter the range 80 to 80. 4. Select the protocol(s) you will be using, TCP and/or UDP. 5. Enter the IP address of the PC or network device that you want the port server to go to. For example, if the web server’s Ethernet adapter IP address is 192.168.1.100, you would enter 100 in the field provided.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 6. Check the Enable option for the port services you want to use. Consider the example below: Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enabled UT 7777 to 27900 Both 192.168.1.100 X Halflife 27015 to 27015 Both 192.168.1.105 X PC Anywhere 5631 to 5631 UDP 192.168.1.102 X VPN IPSEC 500 to 500 UDP 192.168.1.100 X When you have completed the configuration, click the Save Settings button. 8.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 1. Access the Router’s web-based utility by going to http://192.168.1.1 or the IP address of the Router. Enter the default password admin, and click the Administration => Management tab. 2. Enter a different password in the Router Password field, and enter the same password in the second field to confirm the password. 3. Click the Save Settings button. 10. I am a PPPoE user, and I need to remove the proxy settings or the dial-up pop-up window.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Enter the password, if asked. (The default password is admin.) On the Setup screen, select the option Keep Alive, and set the Redial Period option at 20 (seconds). Click the Save Settings button. Click the Status tab, and click the Connect button. You may see the login status display as Connecting. Press the F5 key to refresh the screen, until you see the login status display as Connected. • Click the Save Settings button to continue.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband • Make sure that your browser is set to connect directly and that any dial-up is disabled. For Internet Explorer, click Tools, Internet Options, and then the Connection tab. Make sure that Internet Explorer is set to Never dial a connection. For Netscape Navigator, click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxy. Make sure that Netscape Navigator is set to Direct connection to the Internet.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Does the Router support ICQ send file? Yes, with the following fix: click ICQ menu -> preference -> connections tab->, and check I am behind a firewall or proxy. Then set the firewall time-out to 80 seconds in the firewall setting. The Internet user can then send a file to a user behind the Router. I set up an Unreal Tournament Server, but others on the LAN cannot join.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades? All firmware upgrades are posted on the Sprint website at www.sprint.com, where they can be downloaded for free. To upgrade the Router’s firmware, use the Administration - Firmware Upgrade tab of the Router’s webbased utility. If the Router’s Internet connection is working well, there is no need to download a newer firmware version, unless that version contains new features that you would like to use.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband What are the advanced features of the Router? The Router’s advanced features include advanced wireless settings, filters, access restriction policies, port forwarding, advanced routing, and DDNS. How do I get mIRC to work with the Router? Under the Port Forwarding tab, set port forwarding to 113 for the PC on which you are using mIRC. Can the Router act as my DHCP server? Yes. The Router has DHCP server software built-in.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband • Fragmentation • Power Management What is ad-hoc mode? When a wireless network is set to ad-hoc mode, the wireless-equipped computers are configured to communicate directly with each other. The ad-hoc wireless network will not communicate with any wired network. What is infrastructure mode? When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband What is Spread Spectrum? Spread Spectrum technology is a wideband radio frequency technique developed by the military for use in reliable, secure, mission-critical communications systems. It is designed to trade off bandwidth efficiency for reliability, integrity, and security.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband I have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network. Wireless security is probably enabled on the Router, but not on your wireless adapter (or vice versa). Verify that the same wireless security method and passphrase/keys are being used on all devices of your wireless network. How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router? There are eleven available channels, ranging from 1 to 11, in North America.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband DMZ This green, De-Militarized Zone (DMZ) LED will be solidly lit when the Router’s DMZ function is active. The DMZ function allows one local computer to be exposed to the Internet. Data Card Blue. The Data Card LED flashes as the Router connects to the mobile network. It is solidly lit when the connection is established. The LED quickly flashes, alternating between blue and green, the Router does not have a connection to the mobile network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix B: Wireless Security Linksys wants to make wireless networking as safe and easy for you as possible. The current generation of Linksys products provide several network security features, but they require specific action on your part for implementation. So, keep the following in mind whenever you are setting up or using your wireless network. IMPORTANT: Linksys strongly recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband person who can change network settings. If a hacker gets a hold of the administrator’s password, he, too, can change those settings. So, make it harder for a hacker to get that information. Change the administrator’s password regularly. SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID: 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband provide protection against hackers, and AES (Advanced Encryption System), which utilizes a symmetric 128-Bit block data encryption. (AES is stronger than TKIP.) WPA2 uses TKIP + AES for encryption. WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise use a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service) server for authentication. RADIUS uses a RADIUS server and WEP encryption. WPA Personal.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware The Router's firmware is upgraded through the Web-based Utility's Administration tab. Follow these instructions: 1. Download the firmware from the website at www.sprint.com. 2. Extract the firmware file on your computer. 3. Open the Router’s Web-based Utility, and click the Administration tab. 4. Click Firmware Upgrade, and the Upgrade Firmware screen will appear. 5.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix D: Windows Help Most Linksys wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most predominate operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix. TCP/IP Before a computer can communicate with the Router, TCP/IP must be enabled. TCP/IP is a set of instructions, or protocol, all PCs follow to communicate over a network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter. This IP address is used for the Router’s filtering, forwarding, and/or DMZ features.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband 3. Write down the Physical Address as shown on your computer screen (Figure E-3); it is the MAC address for your Ethernet adapter. This appears as a series of numbers and letters. The MAC address/Physical Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning or MAC filtering. NOTE: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address. The example in Figure E-3 shows the Ethernet adapter’s IP address as 192.168.1.100. Your computer may show something different.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix F: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network. Also used to expand the range of a wireless network. Ad-hoc - A group of wireless devices communicating directly with each other (peer-to-peer) without the use of an access point.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be "seen" from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses. Domain - A specific name for a network of computers. Download - To receive a file transmitted over a network. DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - An always-on broadband connection over traditional phone lines.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet. LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network. URL (Uniform Resource Locator) - The address of a file located on the Internet.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix G: Specifications Model WRT54G3G-ST Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Unit Weight 12.35 oz. (0.35 kg) Power External 12 V DC, 1.0 A Certifications FCC, IC-03, CE, Wi-Fi (802.11b, 802.11g), WPA Operating Temp. 32° F to 113° F (0° C to 45° C) Storage Temp.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix H: Warranty Information Contact your service provider as the warranty support issues are to be handled by them as per your service agreements. LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of one year (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix I: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Industry Canada Statement This device complies with Industry Canada ICES-003 and RSS210 rules. Déclaration d’Industrie Canada Cet appareil est conforme aux normes NMB003 et RSS210 d'Industrie Canada. Industry Canada Statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products.
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Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix J: Contact Information Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: http://www.sprint.com or SPRINT TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT 1-888-211-4727 Be sure to have the Sprint phone number of your mobile broadband connection card ready before calling. To get the phone number, start the Connection Manager, then click on Menu, Device Info & Diagnostics.
