User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Chapter 1Introduction
- Chapter 2Installation
- Chapter 3Setup
- Chapter 4PC Configuration
- Chapter 5Operation and Status
- Chapter 6Advanced Features
- Chapter 7Advanced Administration
- Appendix ATroubleshooting
- Appendix BAbout Wireless LANs
- Appendix CSpecifications
Wireless Router User Guide
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TFixed or Dynamic IP Address.T On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Wireless
Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and
Fixed IP Address.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication TApplications.T Support for Internet communication applications, such
as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult
to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
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Special TInternet Applications.T Applications which use non-standard connections or
port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such
applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.
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TVirtual Servers.T This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your
LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.
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TDDNS Support.T DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to Virtual
Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not fixed.
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TMulti-DMZ.T For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, one (1) PC on your
local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication with Servers or
individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs which are
incompatible with Firewalls.
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TURL Filter.T Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
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TInternet Access Log.T See which Internet connections have been made.
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TAccess Control.T Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users to
different groups, and determine which Internet services are available to each group.
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TVPN Pass through Support.T PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software
using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.
Wireless Features
• TStandards Compliant.T The Wireless Router complies with the IEEE802.11g (DSSS)
specifications for Wireless LANs.
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TSupports 802.11b, 802.11g, and Super G Wireless Stations.T The Atheros Super G
feature provides for up to 108Mbps speeds with Atheros clients, while remaining
backward compatible with the 802.11g and 802.11g standards.
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TSpeeds to 108Mbps.T Atheros clients can connect at up to 108Mps, while 802.11g clients
can connect at up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps.
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TWPA-PSK support.T The WPA-PSK (Pre-shared Key) standard provides greater security
for your Wireless clients than WEP.
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WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key sizes of
64 Bit and 128 Bit are supported.
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Wireless MAC-level Access Control. The Wireless Access Control feature can check
the MAC address (hardware address) of Wireless stations to ensure that only trusted
Wireless Stations can access your LAN.
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Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed
quickly and easily.
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.