Model RF500S Broadband Router Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide Broadband Router PN S000127D Revision D Copyright © 2000-2002 This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1 Related Documentation ................................................................................................ 1 Hardware Installation .................................................................................................... 2 Safety Warnings ........................................................................
Introduction Introduction The Multi-Tech Broadband RouteFinder connects a cable modem or DSL modem to an Ethernet LAN to provide high-speed broadband access to the Internet for up to 253 users. The Broadband Router features a built-in 4-port 10/100M bps switch, one asynchronous port for backup Internet access or dial-in remote access, firewall services, and network security.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Hardware Installation Safety Warnings 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers. 4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. 5. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm.
Hardware Installation Cabling Your RouteFinder Cabling your RouteFinder requires making the appropriate connections to PCs, Cable or DSL modem, analog modem or ISDN TA (optional), AC power and the RouteFinder. Then, after your device is properly cabled, you will have to configure your RouteFinder. Follow the instructions provided in the Web Browser Configuration and Management section of this Quick Start Guide.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Cabling Directions Before beginning, turn the power off on all network devices (PCs, Cable/DSL modems, analog modems, ISDN TAs, and the router). 1. Connect the Ethernet port of each PC or network device to one of the 4 LAN ports. Important: If you are using the Uplink option, Port Number 1 cannot be used as a LAN port). 2. If you are using an analog modem, connect it to the Serial Async port. 3.
Hardware Installation Application Examples The following examples provide information about RF500S typical applications. The three examples include: 1. Connecting a local LAN to Internet. 2. Connecting a local LAN to the Internet and setting up a remote site. 3. Setting up a LAN to LAN via the Async Port.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Example 2 – Local LAN to the Internet / Remote Site 6
Hardware Installation Example 3 – LAN to LAN via an Async Port Note: Set the modem type to leased line.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Configuration and Management The RF500S can be configured and managed using one of two methods. 1. Launch your Web browser and type the device IP address http://192.168.2.1 in the browser address box. This IP address is the default value of your gateway. Press Enter. The RouteFinder wizard main screen displays. This Quick Start Guide walks you through the Web browser method of configuring and managing your RF500S. OR 2.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser Launch your Web browser and type the device IP address http:// 192.168.2.1 in the browser’s address box. This IP address is the default value of your gateway. Press Enter. Note: Make sure your PC’s address is in the same network as the router’s. In Windows 95/98/Me you can type WINIPCFG. In Windows 2000/NT, you can type IPCONFIG. The main menu displays.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Setup Wizard To access, click the Setup Wizard button on the main screen. The Setup Wizard is a step-by-step process for configuring your RouteFinder. The Enter Network Password screen displays. Type admin (the default user name) in the user name box and leave the password box empty. Click OK. Note: For information on how to change your password, see the ISP Additional Settings section. The Setup Wizard screen then displays.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Time Zone Selection Choose the local time zone (see screen above). Select the time zone, and then click the Next button to continue. You can also click the buttons on the left side of the screen. These buttons are useful when you want to change the information on individual screens or to choose your own setup order.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Device IP Settings You must set your Internet gateway an IP address on your network. This is not the IP address from your ISP but the local internet LAN IP address. The IP address 192.168.2.1 is the default value of your gateway. Device IP Address The internal LAN IP address of your Internet gateway. Device IP Subnet Mask The subnet mask can usually be left as its default entry 255.255.255.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Cable/xDSL ISP Settings If you would like to establish Cable/xDSL ISP settings, you have to enable this function by configuring this screen. Some ISPs may give you Static IP settings. If this is the case for your ISP, then you need to: Enter the IP address that is assigned by your ISP. Enter the IP subnet mask. Enter the ISP gateway address. Enter the DNS IP address.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – ISP Additional Settings (PPPoE Settings) Some ISPs use this protocol for authentication purposes. If applicable: Enter the User Name and the Password of your ISP account. To verify your password, Retype the Password of your ISP account. Some ISPs require additional information; if this is the case: Enter the Host Name to authenticate the user. Enter the LAN card MAC address. Note: Some ISPs may recognize your LAN card MAC address as a legal user.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Modem Settings A modem can be used as a dialup backup to the Cable/xDSL connection. If you would like to use a modem backup, enable the modem settings function. Check the Dialup Modem When Cable/xDSL Is Not Connected box. Then input the ISP account settings. Note: If you change the baud rate settings, please check the initial string. (You can refer to your modem manual or TA.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Device Information Click the Device Information button on the main screen. The Device Information screen displays the current settings of the RF500S. Device Name – The host name of the Internet gateway. IP Address – The IP address of the Internet gateway. Private LAN Mac Address – The Mac address of the Internet gateway LAN Ethernet port. This address cannot be changed; it is assigned by Multi-Tech.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser Device Status To access this screen, click the Device Status button. The Device Status screen displays the status of the current connection. WAN Ethernet – Describes the current connection status of the Cable/xDSL Modem. Example: When connected, a message Cable/xDSL: Active displays. Release Button – Click to disconnect the Cable/xDSL modem from the RF500S. Renew Button – Click to re-connect the Cable/xDSL modem to the RF500S.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Advanced Settings Click the Advanced Settings button. The DHCP screen displays. The Advanced Settings options will establish DHCP server settings, virtual server settings, a static routing table, dynamic settings, modem string settings, administrative settings. DHCP Server Settings The DHCP Server is enabled by default. If you would like to disable it, uncheck the Enable DHCP Server Functions box.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Virtual Server Settings To access this screen, click the Virtual Server Settings button on the left side of the screen. This option allows clients on the Internet to access your LAN via the Internet. You can use the IP mapping function to access an FTP server or Telnet server, etc. on your LAN via your ISP Internet connection. If applicable, enter a DMZ address. Enter the Internal IP number and the Service Port Range for each client.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Static Routing Routing is the process of moving packets of data from source to destination. You can create a routing table to connect your network to another, or to connect subnets within your network. 1. To access this screen, click the Static Routing button on the left side of the screen. 2. Enter the details for each entry in the routing table. Click the Add button after each entry.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Dynamic Routing Dynamic Routing is disabled when Static Routing is used. You will have to disable Static Routing in order to choose one of the dynamic routing protocols. The Dynamic Routing protocol adjusts automatically to the changes in the network topology or traffic. 1. To access this screen, click the Dynamic Routing button on the left side of the screen. The Dynamic Settings screen displays. 2.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Filter Settings The LAN Filter Settings function allows the network administrator to define whether local users have the permission to access the Internet. To access this screen, click the Filter Settings button on the left side of the Advanced Settings screen. 1. Check the LAN Side Filter Enabled box to begin. 2. Select the LAN side filter: Block or Pass. 3. Select the client filter settings: Block or Pass. 4.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – WAN Filter Settings The WAN Filter Settings function allows the network administrator to define whether remote/outside users have the permission to access the local network. To activate, check the WAN Side Filter Enabled box. Then define the policy. 1. To access this screen, click the Filter Settings button on the left side of the Advanced Settings screen. Then click the WAN Filter Settings. 2. Check the WAN Side Filter Enabled box to begin. 3.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide - Modem String Settings Use the Modem String Settings screen to establish settings for your modem and to set the baud rate. 1. To access this screen, click the Modem String Settings button on the left side of the Advanced Settings screen. The Modem Settings screen displays. 2. Select the baud rate from the drop-down list box. If you want to change the baud rate, check the initial string. Refer to the manual that accompanied your modem or TA. 3.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Administrative Settings Use this screen to change your RF500S password, set the HTTP port number, set remote user configuration, and establish system log settings. 1. To access this screen, click the Administrative Settings button on the left side of the Advanced Settings screen. 2. Password: To set a new password, type the new one in the New Password box and re-type it for verification in the Retype Password box.
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Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser System Tools Click the Systems Tools button on the main screen. The Intruder Detection Log displays first. System Tools allow you to view the Intruder Detection Log, the Routing Table, and a System Diagnosis screen. You can also choose to save your settings, load the RF500S default settings, upgrade firmware, and reset the device. – Intruder Detection Log The event messages show the possible hacker attacks that have occurred on your Internet gateway.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Display Routing Table This table shows the current routing configuration that you setup on the Routing Table screen. 1. To access this screen, click the Display Routing Table button from the System Tools screen. The Display Routing Table screen displays. 2. To exit this screen, select another button on the left side of the screen.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – System Diagnosis When selected, the System Diagnosis function performs a check-up on your RF500S to make sure that everything is functioning properly.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Saving Your Settings to a File Use this screen to save your configuration settings to a file. This will provide a backup of your settings in case, for some reason, you have to reset your RF500S. 1. Click the Save File button in the center of the screen. 2. Then click Save This File to Disk in the browsing wizard.
Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Load Default Settings Use this screen to load the original RF500S factory defaults. 1. To access this screen, click the Load Default Settings button from the System Tools screen. The Load Default Settings screen displays. 2. Click the Start button to load the default settings. – Load Settings from a File 1. To load settings from a file, click the Load Settings From File button. The screen displays. 2. Select the browse button to locate the file. 3.
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Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Upgrade Firmware The Upgrade Firmware option allows you to upgrade the newest firmware to your RF500S. How will I be notified of new router firmware upgrades? All Multi-Tech firmware upgrades are posted on the Multi-Tech Web site at www.multitech.com, where they can be downloaded for free.
RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Reset Device Resetting the device will restart it. 1. To access this screen, click the Reset Device button from the System Tools screen. The Reset Device screen displays. 2. Click on the Start button to reset the device. Hold the reset button until the serial LEDs of the RF500S blink, and then release the reset button.
Warranty Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Warranty Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., (hereafter “MTS”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of purchase, or if proof of purchase is not provided, two, five, or ten years (depending on model) from date of shipment.
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