Gemtek Technology Co., Ltd. WX-6215G 11Mbps Wireless Router User's Manual Jun. 20, 2002 (Draft 1.
CONTENTS Introduction ........................................................................2 Hardware Installation ...................................................................4 General System Connection ….. ...........................................5 Default Settings ……………….…………………………………………5 Web Management Setttings ……….………………………….6 Device Information ……..………………………………………………...9 Device Status ….………………………………………………………...10 Device IP Settings ….
Introduction Thank you for purchasing your Wireless SOHO AP (Router ). This manual will assist you with the installation procedure.
Safety Notification Your Wireless SOHO AP Router should be placed in a safe and secure location. To ensure proper operation, please keep the unit away from water and other damaging elements. Please read the user manual thoroughly before you install the device. The device should only be repaired by authorized and qualified personnel. Please do not try to open or repair the device yourself. Do not place the device in a damp or humid location, i.e. a bathroom.
Hardware Installation Front Panel The front panel provides LED’s for device status. Refer to the following table for the meaning of each feature. PWR WLAN WAN LAN 1,2,3,4 Power status of the SOHO AP Router. A steady LED indicates the power is applied to the unit. The WLAN LED will be ON when AP function enable, at this time Wireless clients are able to connect to the AP. Wide Area Network status. WAN LED is illuminated when there is a good connection to the 10 BaseT mode Ethernet port.
General System Connection Default Settings By default settings, the SOHO AP is regarded as an “AP Router”. The default settings are shown following. Note: In Web configuration mode setup system, only one user allows to access setup program at one time i.e. setup system will decline when other users to connect setup system.
Web Management Settings TURN ON POWER SUPPLY Quick power cycle can caused system corruption. When power on, be careful not to shut down in about 5 seconds, because data is writing to the flash. START -UP & LOG IN In order to configure the Wireless SOHO AP Router, you must use your web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape) and manually input 192.168.0.1 into the address box and press Enter. Then Main Page will appear.
MAKE CORRECT NETWORK SETTINGS OF YOUR COMPUTER To change the configuration, use Internet Explorer (IE) or Netscape Communicator to connect the WEB management 192.168.0.10.
SETUP WIZARD Click SETUP WIZARD. Here allow user to configure basic network settings with your ISP provider. Gateway Status The Device Status screen displays a graphical representation of your current configuration.
Enter the Network Name (SSID) for your network. All wireless client station devices on your network must use the same Network Name.
DEVICE SETTINGS It’s the LAN network domain settings. The default value is listed as following. (IP Address: 192.168.0.10, IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0) After changing the settings, click NEXT to continue other network settings.
After changing the settings, click NEXT to continue other network settings.
DSL users: If you are using a PPPoE client to connect to your DSL provider, then place a checkmark in the PPPOE Username/Password box, and enter the user name and password in the appropriate fields. Cable modem users: If you are using a cable modem, then place a checkmark in the Host Computer Name or Domain Name box and enter the host and domain name given by your cable provider.
ADVANCED SETTINGS Here allow user to set SOHO AP wireless IP and operation channel. The default value for RF are as followed: 1. ESSID: Wireless Gateway, Channel: 11 2. The encryption panel allows the entry of four keys for 64-bit encryption and one set of 128-bit key according to WEP function select. To be written to the driver and registry, each key must consists of hex digits, which means that only digit 09 and letters A-F are valid entries. If entered incorrectly program will not write keys to a driver.
DHCP SERVER SETTINGS By default, the Wireless Router has DHCP server enabled to assign an IP address ranging from 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.100. In addition, the router is capable of reserving up to four sets of IP addresses within the local network for mail, web, or ftp server. After changing the setting, clicks Apply to change the configuration.
VIRTUAL SERVER SETTINGS Here allow user to set several kinds of virtual service of the SOHO AP such as HTTP, SMTP, POP, FTP, TELNET services. After enter the settings, clicks Apply to save input data. Specific application support is enabled in Virtual Server Settings. The Wireless SOHO AP (Router ) will detect and automatically open outgoing ports required by most applications and games.
DMZ The Virtual Server Settings under Advanced Settings also enables one computer to have full access to the Internet without the protection of the firewall. This allows a computer to be exposed to unrestricted two-way communication outside of your network. To enable DMZ, simply reserve an IP address for DMZ zone. Click the “Submit” button to save your changes. Only one computer can use DMZ at a time.
This function allow administrator to have access control by enter MAC address of client stations.
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In Static Routing, the user has the ability to add a static route to the routing table by simple entering the destination IP, subnet mask, and gateway. Clicking on “Add” and then “Apply” which requires a restart for the IP address to be incorporated into the routing table. To delete a file from the list, just click the checkbox and click Delete. By default, the Router will not send or receive any routing Internet protocols (RIP) to update the routing table.
SYSTEM TOOLS The System Tools section enables you to manage your Wireless SOHO AP and view information related to unit functions. The following functions are described in this chapter. Load Default Settings: Restore settings to factory default. Firmware Upgrade: Upgrade the firmware with a latest version. Reset the Device: Reboot the Wireless SOHO AP.
Troubleshooting Basic Functions My Wireless SOHO AP Router will not turn on. No LED’s light up. Cause: The power is not connected. Resolution: Connect the power adapter to your SOHO AP Router and plug it into the power outlet. Note: Only use the power adapter provided with your SOHO AP Router. Using any other adapter may damage your SOHO AP Router. LAN Connection Problems I can’t access my SOHO AP Router. Cause: The unit is not powered on. There is not a network connection.
I can’t connect to other computers on my LAN. Cause: The IP Addresses of the computers are not set correctly. Network cables are not connected properly. Windows network settings are not set correctly. Resolution: Make sure that each computer has a unique IP Address. If using DHCP through the SOHO AP Router, makes sure that each computer is set to “Obtain an IP Address automatically” and restart the computer.
Wireless Troubleshooting I can’t access the Wireless SOHO AP Router from a wireless network card Cause: Settings are not the same among each wireless adapter. Out of range. IP Address is not set correctly. Resolution: Make sure that the Mode, SSID, Channel and encryption settings are set the same on each wireless adapter. Make sure that your computer is within range and free from any strong electrical devices that may cause interference.
Standards: IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay auto-negotiation Protocols Supported: TCP IP NAT UDP PPPoE DHCP (Client and Server) Management: Web-Based Ports: LAN: 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet WAN: 10BASE-T Wireless SOHO AP Router Specifications General Wireless Specifications: IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN, Wi-Fi Compatible Access Point Frequency Band: 2.4 ~ 2.
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
R&TTE Compliance Statement This equipment complies with all the requirements of the DIRECTIVE 1999/5/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE). The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8, 2000 .
