Wireless 802.11g Broadband AP Router 802.11g/802.
Regulatory Approvals FCC 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.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1 Wireless Router Features ................................................................................................. 1 Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 3 Physical Details........................................................................................................
Remote Administration................................................................................................... 85 Routing ............................................................................................................................. 87 Security............................................................................................................................. 91 Upgrade Firmware .................................................................................................
1 Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Router is a multifunction device providing the following services: • Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users. 4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections. Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
Wireless Router User Guide • Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Wireless T T Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address. Advanced Internet Functions • Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such T T as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included. • Special Internet Applications.
Introduction LAN Features • 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. • DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN. • Multi Segment LAN Support.
Wireless Router User Guide • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD-ROM containing the on-line manual. If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
Introduction Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Power LED On - Power on. Off - No power. Status (Red) LED On - Error condition. Off - Normal operation. Blinking - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware Upgrade. LAN LEDs For each port, there are 2 LEDs • • WAN LED Link/Act • On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active. • Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
Wireless Router User Guide Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here. 10/100BaseT LAN connections Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports. If required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any LAN port will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when necessary. WAN port (10/100BaseT) Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.
Chapter 2 Installation 2 This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Router. Requirements • Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors. • TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs. • For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage) • To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.
Wireless Router User Guide For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless Router should be positioned in a central location with minimum obstructions between the Wireless Router and the PCs. Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use different Channels. 2. Connect LAN Cables Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
3 Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Router. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure for: • Internet Access • LAN configuration • Wireless setup • Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data. PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration. Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the Wireless Router you wish to use.
Wireless Router User Guide • Firmware Upgrade 10
Setup Configuration Program The Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: • Netscape V4.08 or later • Internet Explorer V4 or later Preparation Before attempting to configure the Wireless Router, please ensure that: • Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless Router.
Wireless Router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless Router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: • Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window. • Enter the command: ping 192.168.0.1 If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your PC's IP address is not compatible with the Wireless Router's IP Address. (See next item.
Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default settings are restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. • 2. 3. You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check the data supplied by your ISP. • The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
Wireless Router User Guide L2TP L2TP is rarely used. You connect to the ISP only when required. The IP address is usually allocated automatically, but may be Static (Fixed). Server Address – Name or IP Address allocated to you, if Static (Fixed). User name, password, Connection behavior, and Autodisconnect Timeout period. Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you connect to you ISP. None. Static (Fixed) IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Setup Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: Home Screen Navigation & Data Input • Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser, for navigation. • Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes you may have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will be ignored.
Wireless Router User Guide LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 6: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the Wireless Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by your LAN. Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.
Setup DHCP What DHCP Does A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request. • The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots). • The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as allocating an IP Address. • The Wireless Router can act as a DHCP server. • Windows 95/98/ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP act as a DHCP client.
Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Screen The Wireless Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen. An example screen is shown below.
Setup SSID • If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier). • To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same SSID/ESSID. • If Enabled, wireless stations will be able to locate and use this Access Point. • If Disabled, the wireless interface is disabled, and will neither transmit nor receive wireless traffic.
Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen. There are 3 options for Wireless security: • Disabled - no data encryption is used. • WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. • WPA - data is encrypted using the WPA-PSK standard. This is a later standard than WEP, and provides much better security than WEP. If all your Wireless stations support WPAPSK, you should use WPA-PSK rather than WEP.
Setup Passphrase • Use the radio buttons to select the default key. • Enter the key value you wish to use. Other stations must have the same key values. • Keys must be entered in Hex. Hex characters are the digits (0 ~ 9) and the letters A ~ F. This feature allows you to generate a key or keys from a text (ASCII) phrase, rather than enter keys in Hex. To use this feature: • Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase field • Click the "Generate Key" button.
Wireless Router User Guide WPA2 Wireless Security If "WPA2" is selected, the screen will look like the following example. Figure 10: WPA2 Screen Data – WPA2 Screen Security System WPA2 Passphrase (PSK) Enter the Keyword key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters in length. Key Lifetime This determines how often the encryption key is changed.
Setup Figure 11: WPA+WPA2 Screen Data – WPA+WPA2 Screen Security System WPA+WPA2 Passphrase (PSK) Enter the Keyword key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters in length. Key Lifetime This determines how often the encryption key is changed. You can change the default value if desired. Encryption Only one option is available - TKIP+AES.
Wireless Router User Guide Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router. Figure 12: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Router (on the Password screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.) Figure 13: Password Dialog • Leave the "User Name" blank. • Enter the password for the Wireless Router, as set on the Password screen above.
Chapter 4 PC Configuration 4 This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • TCP/IP network settings • Internet Access configuration • Wireless configuration Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Router. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: 1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 14: Network Configuration 2. 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 15: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically.
PC Configuration • On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Router. Figure 16: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) • On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If the DNS Server Search Order list is empty, enter the DNS address provided by your ISP in the fields beside the Add button, then click Add.
Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 18: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
PC Configuration Figure 19: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address 3. 4. Select the network card for your LAN. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below. Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Wireless Router User Guide Figure 20 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway 2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows: • Click the DNS tab. • On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.
PC Configuration Figure 21: Windows NT4.
Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. 2. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 22: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3. 4. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
PC Configuration Figure 23: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000) 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. 2. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 24: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. 4. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
PC Configuration Figure 25: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Wireless Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Router for Internet access: • Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional. • Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN, rather than by a Dial-up connection. For Windows 9x/ME/2000 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Select Start Menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
PC Configuration Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Router. The procedure is as follows. 1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. 2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. 3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank. 4. Close the TCP/IP panel, saving your settings.
Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure. Most wireless stations will select the correct mode automatically.
Chapter 5 Operation and Status 5 This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Router and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: • If using Internet-based Communication Applications, it may be necessary to specify which PC receives an incoming connection. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Features for further details.
Wireless Router User Guide Data - Status Screen Internet Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup Wizard or WAN Port screen. Broadband Modem This shows the status of the connection from the Wireless Router to the Broadband Modem. Internet Connection Current connection status: • Active - Currently connected. • Idle - Not currently connected; previous connection terminated normally. • Unknown - This indicates an error.
Operation and Status Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above. DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function - either "Enabled" or "Disabled". For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the IP addresses allocated to them, use the PC Database option on the Administration menu. System Device Name This displays the current name of the Wireless Router. Firmware Version The current version of the firmware installed in the Wireless Router.
Wireless Router User Guide Data - PPPoE Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Network Mask The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
Operation and Status Idle time-out reached The connection has been idle for the time period specified in the "Idle Time-out" field. The connection will now be terminated. Disconnecting The current connection is being terminated, due to either the "Idle Time-out" above, or "Disconnect" button being clicked. Error: Remote Server not found ISP's Server did not respond. This could be a Server problem, or a problem with the link to the Server.
Wireless Router User Guide Connection Status - PPTP If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 28: PPTP Status Screen Data - PPTP Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.
Operation and Status Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new messages. Refresh Update the data on screen. Connection Status - L2TP If using L2TP, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Wireless Router User Guide Connection Log Connection Log • The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the existing connection. • The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh button will update the messages shown on screen. Buttons Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP. Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new messages.
Operation and Status Connection Status This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established. • If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be used to establish a connection. • If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be used to break the connection. • Normally, it is not necessary to use the Connect and Disconnect buttons unless the setting "Connect automatically, as required" is disabled.
Wireless Router User Guide Data - RAS Screen Internet RAS Plan The RAS Plan which is currently used. Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Network Mask The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
Operation and Status Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 32: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen Internet Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.
Wireless Router User Guide Buttons Release/Renew Button will display EITHER "Release" OR "Renew" Refresh This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). If you have a Fixed (Static) IP address, this button has no effect. • If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for the Wireless Router, this button will say "Renew".
Chapter 6 Advanced Features 6 This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. • Access Control • Dynamic DNS • Advanced Internet • Communication Applications • Special Applications • DMZ • Multi-DMZ • URL Filter • Schedule • User Groups • Virtual Servers • WAN Port Access Control This feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu.
Wireless Router User Guide Restrictions are imposed by blocking "Services", or types of connections. All common Services are pre-defined. If required, you can also define your own Services.
Advanced Features Access Control Screen To view this screen, select the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Figure 33: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen Group Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the settings for the selected Group. Groups are named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed. Internet Access Restrictions Select the desired options for the current group: • None - Nothing is blocked.
Wireless Router User Guide Edit Service List Button If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service list, click this button to open the "Services" screen. Buttons Edit Service List If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service list, click this button to open the "Services" screen. Save Save the data on screen. Cancel Reverse any changes made since the last "Save". View Log Click this to open a sub-window where you can view the "Access Control" log.
Advanced Features Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 34: Access Control - Services Data - Services Screen Available Services Available Services This lists all the available services. "Delete" button Use this to delete any Service you have added. Pre-defined Services can not be deleted. Add New Service Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this service.
Wireless Router User Guide New Service" area on screen. Cancel Clear the " Add New Service " area, ready for entering data for a new Service. Access Control Log To check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is provided. Click the View Log button on the Access Control screen to view this log. This log shows attempted Internet accesses which have been blocked by the Access Control function. Data shown in this log is as follows: Date/Time Date and Time of the attempted access.
Advanced Features Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address. This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you. The Service works as follows: 1.
Wireless Router User Guide DDNS Status • This message is returned by the DDNS Server. • Normally, this message should be something like "Update successful" (current IP address was updated on the DDNS server). • If the message is "No host", this indicates the host name entered was not allocated to you. If you see this or some other error message, you need to contact the DDNS Service and correct the problem. DDNS Data User Name Enter your Username for the DDNS Service.
Advanced Features Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. • Communication Applications • Special Applications • DMZ • Multi-DMZ An example screen is shown below. Figure 36: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Broadband Router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection.
Wireless Router User Guide Send incoming calls to This lists the PCs on your LAN. • If necessary, you can add PCs manually, using the "PC Database" option on the advanced menu. • For each application listed above, you can choose a destination PC. • There is no need to "Save" after each change; you can set the destination PC for each application, then click "Save".
Advanced Features Data - Special Applications Screen Checkbox Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required. Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. Incoming Ports Outgoing Ports • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data from the special application or service. (Note: Some applications use different protocols for outgoing and incoming data).
Wireless Router User Guide Multi-DMZ This feature is only available if your ISP has allocated you multiple Internet IP addresses. If you have multiple Internet IP addresses, you can assign one DMZ PC for each Internet IP address. • The "DMZ PC" will receive all "Unknown" connections and data received for the Internet IP address associated with it. • All outgoing traffic from the DMZ PC will be assigned the WAN IP address associated with it, rather than the shared IP address on the WAN port.
Advanced Features URL Filter The URL Filter allows you to block access to undesirable Web site • To use this feature, you must define "filter strings". If the "filter string" appears in a requested URL, the request is blocked. • Enabling the URL Filter also affects the Internet Access Log. If Enabled, the "Destination" field in the log will display the URL. Otherwise, it will display the IP Address. URL Filter Screen Click the "URL Filter" on the Advanced screen to access the URL Filter screen.
Wireless Router User Guide Delete Use this to delete the selected entry or entries, as required. Multiple entries can be selected by holding down the CTRL key while selecting. (On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key while selecting.) Delete All Use this button to delete all entries, if required. Add Filter Filter String To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" button. An entry may be a Domain name (e.g. www.trash.com) or simply a string (e.g.
Advanced Features Define Schedule The schedule can be used for the Access Control and URL Filter features. • Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. • Times must be entered using a 24 hr clock. • If the time for a particular day is blank, no action will be performed. Figure 39: Define Schedule Screen Data – Define Schedule Screen Day Each day of the week can scheduled independently. Session 1 Session 2 Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined.
Wireless Router User Guide User Groups User Groups are used by the Access Control and the URL Filter features. T T • Groups are pre-named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed. • All PCs are in the "Default" group, unless moved to another group. • A PC can be a member of 1 group only. • PCs must be in the "PC Database". If required, you can manually add PCs to the PC Database, using the PC Database option on the Administration menu.
Advanced Features Virtual Servers This feature, sometimes called Port Forwarding, allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: • Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. • Attempts to connect to devices on your LAN are blocked by the firewall in this device. The "Virtual Server" feature solves these problems and allows Internet users to connect to your servers, as illustrated below.
Wireless Router User Guide Figure 42: Virtual Servers Screen This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers. Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties" area. Data - Virtual Servers Screen Servers Servers This lists a number of pre-defined Servers, plus any Servers you have defined. Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties" area. Properties Enable Use this to Enable or Disable support for this Server, as required.
Advanced Features Buttons Defaults This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the predefined Servers to use their default port numbers. Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set OFF. Update Selected Server Update the current Virtual Server entry, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. Add as new Server Add a new entry to the Virtual Server list, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen.
Wireless Router User Guide Connecting to the Virtual Servers Once configured, anyone on the Internet can connect to your Virtual Servers. They must use the Internet IP Address (the IP Address allocated to you by your ISP). e.g. http://203.70.212.52 ftp://203.70.212.52 It is more convenient if you are using a Fixed IP Address from your ISP, rather than Dynamic.
Advanced Features WAN Port Configuration The WAN Port option is on the Advanced menu. Figure 43: WAN Port Screen Data – WAN Port Screen Port Settings Port Speed MTU Size Normally, this can be left at "Automatic". If the device attached to the WAN Port has problems making a connection, you can select the setting required or preferred by the other device. • MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value should only be changed if advised to do so by Technical Support. • Enter a value between 1 and 1500.
Wireless Router User Guide WAN Port MAC Address Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address. This is a low-level identifier, as seen from the WAN port. Normally there is no need to change this, but some ISPs require a particular value, often that of the PC initially used for Internet access. You can use the Copy from PC button to copy your PC's address into this field, the Default button to insert the default value, or enter a value directly.
Advanced Features Login Login Method If your ISP does not use a login method (username, password) for Internet access, leave this at the default value None (Direct connection). Otherwise, check the documentation from your ISP, select the login method used, and enter the required data. • PPPoE - this is the most common login method, widely used with DSL modems. Normally, your ISP will have provided some software to connect and login. This software is no longer required, and should not be used.
Wireless Router User Guide Buttons Default Inserts the default MAC address into the MAC address field. You must click "Save" to actually change the address used. Copy from PC Inserts the MAC address from your PC into the MAC address field. You must click "Save" to actually change the address used. Save Save your changes to the Broadband Router. Cancel Reverse any changes made since the last "Save".
Chapter 7 Advanced Administration 7 This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu. Overview Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to provide additional options for advanced users. The available settings and features are: Config File Backup or restore the configuration file for the Wireless Router This file contains all the configuration data.
Wireless Router User Guide Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Wireless Router, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless Router, by uploading it to the Wireless Router. This screen also allows you to set the Wireless Router back to its factory default configuration. Any existing settings will be deleted. An example Config File screen is shown below.
Advanced Administration Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Router This data is useful for troubleshooting, but enabling all logs will generate a large amount of data and adversely affect performance. Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Wireless Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC. Figure 45: Logs Screen Data - Logs Screen Enable Logs Outgoing Connections If selected, Outgoing Internet connections are logged.
Wireless Router User Guide Timezone Select the correct Timezone for your location. This is required for the date/time shown on the logs to be correct. View Log Button Use this to view each log, as required. Clear Log Button Use this to restart the required log. This makes it easier to read the latest entries. E-Mail Alerts Send E-mail alert.. If enabled, an E-mail will be sent immediately if a DoS (Denial of Service) attack is detected.
Advanced Administration Network Diagnostics This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems. An example Network Diagnostics screen is shown below. Figure 46: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Ping this IP Address Enter the IP address you wish to ping. The IP address can be on your LAN, or on the Internet.
Wireless Router User Guide Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings. An example Options screen is shown below. Figure 47: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Backup DNS IP Address Enter the IP Address of the DNS (Domain Name Servers) here. These DNS will be used only if the primary DNS is unavailable. UpnP Enable UPnP Services Allow Configuration...
Advanced Administration PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN. PC Database Screen An example PC Database screen is shown below. Figure 48: PC Database • PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as required.
Wireless Router User Guide Data - PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices). Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this matches the PC's "hostname". IP Address If adding a new PC to the list, enter the IP Address of the PC here. The PC will be sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Advanced Administration PC Database (Admin) This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Administration" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 49: PC Database (Admin) Data - PC Database ( Admin) Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type. The "type" indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN. Edit Use this to change the data for the selected PC in the list.
Wireless Router User Guide IP Address MAC Address Select the appropriate option: • Automatic - The PC is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: "Obtain an IP address automatically"). The Wireless Router will allocate an IP address to this PC when requested to do so. The IP address could change, but normally won't. • DCHP Client - Reserved IP Address - Select this if the PC is set to be a DCHP client, and you wish to guarantee that the Wireless Router will always allocate the same IP Address to this PC.
Advanced Administration Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Router via the Internet. Figure 50: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Management Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet. Port Number Enter a port number between 1024 and 65535.
Wireless Router User Guide To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. 2. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.) e.g. HTTP://123.123.123.123:8080 This example assumes the WAN IP Address is 123.123.123.123, and the port number is 8080.
Advanced Administration Routing Overview • If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers. • If your LAN has a standard Router (e.g. Cisco) on your LAN, and the Wireless Router is to act as a Gateway for all LAN segments, enable RIP (Routing Information Protocol) and ignore the Static Routing table.
Wireless Router User Guide Figure 51: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen RIP Enable RIP V1 Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Broadband Router The Wireless Router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing Static Routing Table Entries Properties This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. • The "Properties" area shows details of the selected item in the list.
Advanced Administration Buttons Save Save the RIP setting. This has no effect on the Static Routing Table. Add Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is ignored, and has no effect. Update Update the current Static Routing Table entry, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. Delete Delete the current Static Routing Table entry.
Wireless Router User Guide Static Routing - Example Figure 52: Routing Example For the Broadband Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Router requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0 Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C) Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 (Broadband Router's local Router) Metric 2 Entry 2 (Segment 2) Destination IP Address 192.168.2.0 Network Mask 255.255.255.
Advanced Administration Security This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 53: Security Screen Data - Security Screen DoS Firewall Enable DoS Firewall If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and blocked. The default is enabled. It is strongly recommended that this setting be left enabled.
Wireless Router User Guide Allow VPN Pass through The IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP protocols are used to establish a secure connection, and are widely used by VPN (Virtual Private Networking) programs. • If checked, these VPN connections are allowed. • If not checked, these VPN connections are blocked. Note: IPSec sessions must NOT use AH (Authentication Header). Packets using AH cannot be routed correctly.
Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, and then select Upgrade on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 54: Upgrade Firmware Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. 2. 3. Click the "Browse" button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file. Select the upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field.
Appendix A Troubleshooting A This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Router to configure it.
Appendix A - Troubleshooting Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Router. Solution 2: The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent. Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applications which do not function correctly. If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every application, but: • It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled.
Appendix B About Wireless LANs B This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: • Ad-hoc • Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Stations (e.g. notebook PCs with wireless cards) communicate directly with each other. Infrastructure Mode In Infrastructure Mode, one or more Access Points are used to connect Wireless Stations (e.g.
Appendix A - Troubleshooting As Wireless Stations are physically moved through the area covered by an ESS, they will automatically change to the Access Point which has the least interference or best performance. This capability is called Roaming. (Access Points do not have or require Roaming capabilities.) Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used.
Wireless Router User Guide supported method is AES. WPA2 WPA2 is another standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted. This is a later standard than WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), and provides greater security for your data. Data is encrypted using AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), a symmetric 128Bit block data encryption technique, which is automatically generated and changed often. If all your Wireless stations support WPA2, you should use this instead of WEP.
Appendix A - Troubleshooting for Wireless security. (Off, WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA+WPA2). WEP: If WEP is used, the Key size (64Bit, 128Bit), Key value, and Authentication settings must be the same on the Wireless Stations and the Access Point. WPA: If WPA is used, all Wireless Stations must be set to use WPA, and have the same Pre-shared Key and encryption system. WPA2: If WPA2 is used, all Wireless Stations must be set to use WPA2, and have the same Pre-shared Key and encryption system.
Appendix C Specifications C Multi-Function Wireless Router Model Wireless Router Dimensions 141mm(W) * 100mm(D) * 27mm(H) Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP Network Interface: 5 Ethernet: 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection 1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for WAN LEDs 12 Power Adapter 12 V DC External Wireless Interface Standards IEEE802.11g WLAN, JEIDA 4.2, roaming support Frequency 2.4 to 2.
Appendix B - Specifications Regulatory Approvals CE Standards This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC standards: • EN300328-2 • EN301489-1/-17 • EN60950 CE Marking Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
