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TABLE OF CONTENTS About the Wireless 11g Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installing the Wireless 11g Router . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLE OF CONTENTS LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WDS (Wireless Distribution System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NAT - Network Address Translation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DDNS (Dynamic DNS) Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Setting . . .
ABOUT THE WIRELESS 11G ROUTER Congratulations on your purchase of the Wireless 11g Router. It is proud to provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your local area network (LAN) to the Internet. LED Indicators The Wireless 11g Router includes status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. LED Status Description PWR (Green) On The Wireless 11g Router is receiving power.
About the Wireless 11g Router LED Status Description LAN1-4 On 10 (Yellow) The indicated LAN port has established a valid 10 Mbps network connection. Flashing The indicated LAN port is transmitting or receiving traffic. Features and Benefits 2 • Internet connection to DSL or cable modem via a 10/100 Mbps WAN port • Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports or 54 Mbps wireless interface (supporting up to 253 mobile users) • 802.11g – interoperable with multiple vendors and 802.
Features and Benefits • Virtual Private Network support using PPTP, L2TP, or IPSec pass-through • User-definable application sensing tunnel supports applications requiring multiple connections • Parental controls allow the user to restrict web browsing • Automatic email alerts when the network is being attacked • Easy setup through a web browser on any operating system that supports TCP/IP • Compatible with all popular Internet applications 3
INSTALLING THE WIRELESS 11G ROUTER Before installing the Wireless 11g Router, verify that you have all the items listed under “Package Contents.” If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local distributor. Also be sure that you have all the necessary cabling before installing the Wireless 11g Router. After installing the Wireless 11g Router, refer to the web-based configuration program in “Configuring the Wireless 11g Router” on page 28 for information on configuring the Wireless 11g Router.
Hardware Description Hardware Description The Wireless 11g Router can be connected to the Internet or to a remote site using its RJ-45 WAN port. It can be connected directly to your PC or to a local area network using any of the Fast Ethernet LAN ports or wireless interface. Access speed to the Internet depends on your service type. Full-rate ADSL can provide up to 8 Mbps downstream and 640 Kbps upstream. G.lite (or splitterless) ADSL provides up to 1.5 Mbps downstream and 512 Kbps upstream.
Installing the Wireless 11g Router • One RJ-45 port for connection to a DSL or cable modem (WAN). This port also auto-negotiates operating speed to 10/100 Mbps, the mode to half/full duplex, and the pin signals to MDI/MDI-X. The following figure shows the components of the Wireless 11g Router: Figure 1. Front and Rear Panels Item Description LEDs Power, WLAN, WAN and LAN port status indicators. (See “LED Indicators” on page 1.) Power Inlet Connect the included power adapter to this inlet.
System Requirements Item Description WAN Port WAN port (RJ-45). Connect your cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet router to this port. Reset Button Use this button to reset the power and restore the default factory settings. LAN Ports Fast Ethernet ports (RJ-45). Connect devices (such as a PC, hub or switch) on your local area network to these ports.
Installing the Wireless 11g Router Connect the System The Wireless 11g Router can be positioned at any convenient location in your office or home. No special wiring or cooling requirements are needed. You should, however comply with the following guidelines: • Keep the Wireless 11g Router away from any heating devices. • Do not place the Wireless 11g Router in a dusty or wet environment.
Connect the System 3. Power on: Connect the power adapter to the Wireless 11g Router. Internet Internet Access Device Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router Notebook with Wireless PC Card SOHO Office or Residence Figure 2.
Installing the Wireless 11g Router Attach to Your Network Using Ethernet Cabling The four LAN ports on the Wireless 11g Router auto-negotiate the connection speed to 10 Mbps Ethernet or 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet, and the transmission mode to half duplex or full duplex. Use twisted-pair cable to connect any of the four LAN ports on the Wireless 11g Router to an Ethernet adapter on your PC.
Connect the System Attach to Your Network Using Radio Signals Install a wireless network adapter in each computer that will be connected to the Internet or your local network via radio signals. Rotate both antennas on the back of the Wireless 11g Router to the desired position. For more effective coverage, position the antennas around 45 to 90 degrees apart. Try to place the Wireless 11g Router in a position that is located in the center of your wireless network.
Installing the Wireless 11g Router A wireless infrastructure can be used for access to a central database, or for connection between mobile workers, as shown in the following figure: Wired to Wireless Network Extension Internet Internet Access Device Notebook with Wireless PC Card Adapter Wireless Cable/DSL Broadband Router Wired LAN PC with Wireless PCI Adapter Figure 4.
Connect the System Attach the Wireless 11g Router to the Internet If Internet services are provided through an xDSL or cable modem, use unshielded or shielded twisted-pair Ethernet cable (Category 3 or greater) with RJ-45 plugs to connect the broadband modem directly to the WAN port on the Wireless 11g Router. DSL/Cable Modem ISP (Primary) Figure 5.
CONFIGURING CLIENT TCP/IP If you have not previously installed the TCP/IP protocols on your client PCs, refer to the following section. If you need information on how to configure a TCP/IP address on a PC, refer to “Setting Up TCP/IP” on page 17. Installing TCP/IP Windows 95/98/Me 1. Click Start/Settings/Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network icon and select the Configuration tab in the Network window. 3. Click the Add button. 4. Double-click Protocol.
Installing TCP/IP 5. Select Microsoft in the manufacturers list. Select TCP/IP in the Network Protocols list. Click the OK button to return to the Network window. 6. The TCP/IP protocol will be listed in the Network window. Click OK. The operating system may prompt you to restart your system. Click Yes and the computer will shut down and restart. Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button and choose Settings, then click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 2.
Configuring Client TCP/IP 4. Double-click Protocol. 5. Choose Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Click the OK button to return to the Network window. 6. The TCP/IP protocol will be listed in the Network window. Click OK to complete the installation procedure.
Setting Up TCP/IP Setting Up TCP/IP To access the Internet through the Wireless 11g Router, you must configure the network settings of the computers on your LAN to use the same IP subnet as the Wireless 11g Router. The default network settings for the Wireless 11g Router are: Gateway IP Address: 192.168.2.1 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.
Configuring Client TCP/IP 3. On the Network window Configuration tab, double-click the TCP/IP entry for your network card. 4. Click the IP Address tab. 5. Click the “Obtain an IP address” option. 6. Next click on the Gateway tab and verify the Gateway field is blank. If there are IP addresses listed in the Gateway section, highlight each one and click Remove until the section is empty. 7. Click the OK button to close the TCP/IP Properties window.
Setting Up TCP/IP 8. On the Network Properties Window, click the OK button to save these new settings. Note: Windows may ask you for the original Windows installation disk or additional files. Check for the files at c:\windows\options\cabs, or insert your Windows CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive and check the correct file location, e.g., D:\win98, D:\win9x. (if D is the letter of your CD-ROM drive). 9. Windows may prompt you to restart the PC. If so, click the Yes button.
Configuring Client TCP/IP Configuring Your Computer in Windows NT 4.0 1. From the Windows desktop click Start/Settings/Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network icon. 3. Click on the Protocols tab. 4. Double-click TCP/IP Protocol. 5. Click on the IP Address tab. 6. In the Adapter drop-down list, be sure your Ethernet adapter is selected.
Setting Up TCP/IP 7. Click on “Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server.” 8. Click OK to close the window. 9. Windows may copy files and will then prompt you to restart your system. Click Yes and your computer will shut down and restart. Obtain IP Settings From Your Wireless 11g Router Now that you have configured your computer to connect to the Wireless 11g Router, it needs to obtain new network settings.
Configuring Client TCP/IP 3. Type IPCONFIG /RENEW and press the key. Verify that your IP Address is now 192.168.2.xxx, your Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0 and your Default Gateway is 192.168.2.1. These values confirm that the Wireless 11g Router is functioning 4. Type EXIT and press to close the Command Prompt window. Configuring Your Computer in Windows 2000 1. Access your Network settings by clicking Start, then choose Settings and then select Control Panel. 2.
Setting Up TCP/IP 3. Locate and double-click the Local Area Connection icon for the Ethernet adapter that is connected to the Wireless 11g Router. When the Status dialog box window opens, click the Properties button. 4. In the Local Area Connection Properties box, verify the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Then highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. 5. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” to configure your computer for DHCP.
Configuring Client TCP/IP 2. Locate and double-click the Local Area Connection icon for the Ethernet adapter that is connected to the Wireless 11g Router. Next, click the Properties button. 3. In the Local Area Connection Properties box, verify the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Then highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. 4. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” to configure your computer for DHCP.
Setting Up TCP/IP 2. Make sure that Built-in Ethernet is selected in the Show field. 3. On the TCP/IP tab, select Using DHCP in the Configure field. 4. Close the TCP/IP dialog box. Manual IP Configuration (for all Windows OS) 1. Check Specify an IP address on the IP Address tab. Enter an IP address based on the default network 192.168.2.x (where x is between 2 and 254), and use 255.255.255.0 for the subnet mask.
Configuring Client TCP/IP 2. In the Gateway tab, add the IP address of the Wireless 11g Router (default: 192.168.2.1) in the New gateway field and click Add. 3. On the DNS Configuration tab, add the IP address for the Wireless 11g Router and click Add. This automatically relays DNS requests to the DNS server(s) provided by your ISP. Otherwise, add specific DNS servers into the DNS Server Search Order field and click Add. 4. After finishing TCP/IP setup, click OK, and then reboot the computer.
Setting Up TCP/IP Verifying Your TCP/IP Connection After installing the TCP/IP communication protocols and configuring an IP address in the same network as the Wireless 11g Router, use the ping command to check if your computer has successfully connected to the Wireless 11g Router. The following example shows how the ping procedure can be executed in an MS-DOS window. First, execute the ping command: ping 192.168.2.1 If a message similar to the following appears: Pinging 192.168.2.
CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS 11G ROUTER The Wireless 11g Router can be configured by Internet Explorer 5.0 or above. Using the web management interface, you can configure the Wireless 11g Router and view statistics to monitor network activity. Before you attempt to log into the web-based administration, please verify the following. 1. Your browser is configured properly (see below). 2. Disable any firewall or security software that may be running. 3.
Navigating the Web Browser Interface 3. Click the LAN Settings button. 4. Clear all the check boxes and click OK to save these LAN settings changes. 5. Click OK again to close the Internet Options window. Internet Explorer (For Macintosh) 1. Open Internet Explorer. Click Explorer/Preferences. 2. In the Internet Explorer Preferences window, under Network, select Proxies. 3. Uncheck all check boxes and click OK.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router The home page displays the Setup Wizard and Advanced Setup options. The Wireless 11g Router’s management interface features a Setup Wizard and an Advanced Setup section. Use the Setup Wizard if you want to quickly set up the Wireless 11g Router for use with a cable modem or DSL modem.
Navigating the Web Browser Interface Making Configuration Changes Configurable parameters have a dialog box or a drop-down list. Once a configuration change has been made on a page, be sure to click the APPLY or NEXT button at the bottom of the page to enable the new setting. Note: To ensure proper screen refresh after a command entry, ensure that Internet Explorer 5.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Setup Wizard Time Zone Click on the Setup Wizard picture. The first item in the Setup Wizard is Time Zone setup. For accurate timing of client filtering and log events, you need to set the time zone. Select your time zone from the drop-down list, and click NEXT.
Setup Wizard Broadband Type Select the type of broadband connection you have. For a cable modem connection see the following page. For a Fixed-IP xDSL connection see “Fixed-IP xDSL” on page 34, for a PPPoE xDSL connection, see “PPPoE xDSL” on page 35, for a PPTP connection, see “Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)” on page 36, and for BigPond connection, see “BigPond” on page 37.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Cable Modem Your Internet Service Provider may have given you a host name. If so, enter it into the field. Click Finish to complete the setup. The Status page will open to allow you to view the connection status, as well as other information. See “Status” on page 78 for details. Fixed-IP xDSL Some xDSL Internet Service Providers may assign a fixed (static) IP address.
Setup Wizard PPPoE xDSL Enter the PPPoE User Name and Password assigned by your Service Provider. The Service Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers. Leave the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) at the default value (1454) unless you have a particular reason to change it. Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol is a common connection method used for xDSL connections in Europe. It can be used to join different physical networks using the Internet as an intermediary. If you have been provided with the information as shown on the screen, enter the PPTP Account name and password, Host Name, Service IP Address, the assigned IP Address, and Subnet Mask.
Setup Wizard BigPond If you use the BigPond Internet Service which is available in Australia, enter the the User Name, Password and Authentication Service Name for BigPond authentication. Click FINISH to complete the setup.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Advanced Setup Use the web management interface to define system parameters, manage and control the Wireless 11g Router and its ports, or monitor network conditions. The following table outlines the selections available from this program.
Advanced Setup Menu Description Status Provides WAN connection type and status, firmware and hardware version numbers, system IP settings, as well as DHCP, NAT, and Firewall information. Displays the number of attached clients, the firmware versions, the physical MAC address for each media interface, and the hardware version and serial number. Shows the security and DHCP client log. System Time Zone Set the time zone and time server for the Wireless 11g Router.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router To automatically update the Wireless 11g Router’s internal clock by synchronizing with a public time server over the Internet, choose one of the methods below. • Get date and time from online time servers (Network Time Protocol) Choose the online standard time server for your area from the drop-down menu, or enter the IP address of the time server on your network.
Advanced Setup Password Settings Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. For security you should assign your own password before exposing the Wireless 11g Router to the Internet. (Default: smcadmin) Passwords can contain from 3 to 12 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive. Note: If your password is lost, or you cannot gain access to the user interface, press the Reset button on the rear panel (holding it down for at least five seconds) to restore the factory defaults.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Remote Management Remote Management allows a remote PC to configure, manage, and monitor the Wireless 11g Router using a standard web browser. Check Enable and set the IP address (range) of the remote host. Click APPLY. (Default: Disable) Note: 42 If you select Any IP Address in the Allow Access to field, any host can manage the Wireless 11g Router.
Advanced Setup Syslog Server The Syslog Server downloads the Wireless 11g Router’s log file to the server with the IP address specified on this screen.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router WAN Specify the WAN connection type provided by your Internet Service Provider, then click More Configuration to enter detailed configuration parameters for the selected connection type. Dynamic IP The Host Name is optional, but may be required by some ISPs. The default MAC address is set to the WAN’s physical interface on the Wireless 11g Router. Use this address when registering for Internet service, and do not change it unless required by your ISP.
Advanced Setup of which PC was originally set up by the broadband technician, call your ISP and request that they register a new MAC address for your account. Register the default MAC address of the Wireless 11g Router. Point-to-Point Over Ethernet (PPPoE) Enter the PPPoE User Name and Password assigned by your Service Provider. The Service Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) governs the maximum size of the data packets.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Enable the Auto-reconnect option to automatically re-establish the connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) can be used to join different physical networks using the Internet as an intermediary. Using the above screen allows client PCs to establish a normal PPTP session and provides hassle-free configuration of the PPTP client on each client PC.
Advanced Setup Enter a maximum Idle Time Out (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the PPTP connection is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for longer than the Maximum Idle Time, it will be dropped. (Default: 0 minutes) Static IP If your Internet Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address, enter the assigned address and subnet mask for the Wireless 11g Router, then enter the gateway address of your ISP.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router BigPond BigPond is a service provider in Australia that uses a heartbeat system to maintain the Internet connection. Configure the built-in client with your user name, password and service name to get on line.
Advanced Setup DNS Domain Name Servers map numerical IP addresses to the equivalent domain name (e.g., www.xxx.com). Your ISP should provide the IP address of one or more domain name servers. Enter those addresses in this screen.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router LAN 50 • LAN IP – Use the LAN menu to configure the LAN IP address for the Wireless 11g Router and to enable the DHCP server for dynamic client address allocation. • Set a period for the lease time if required. For home networks this may be set to Forever, which means there is no time limit on the IP address lease. • IP Address Pool – A dynamic IP address range may be specified (192.168.2.2–254). IP addresses running from 192.168.2.100–199 are the default values.
Advanced Setup Remember not to include the address of the Wireless 11g Router in the client address pool. Also remember to configure your client PCs for dynamic IP address allocation. Wireless To configure the Wireless 11g Router as a wireless access point for wireless clients (either stationary or roaming), all you need to do is define the radio channel, the Service Set identifier (SSID), and encryption options.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router SSID: The Service Set ID. This should be set to the same value as the other wireless devices in your network. (Default: ANY) Note: The SSID is case sensitive and can consist of up to 32 alphanumeric characters. SSID Broadcast: Broadcasting the SSID on the wireless network for easy connection with client PCs. For security reasons, disable SSID broadcast. (Default: Enable) Wireless Mode: Set the communication mode for the Wireless 11g Router.
Advanced Setup Channel: The radio channel through which the Wireless 11g Router communicates with PCs in its BSS. (Default: 6) Note: The available channel settings are limited by local regulations. Security If you are transmitting sensitive data across wireless channels, you should enable Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) or Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router • Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) page 55 • Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) page 56 The security mechanisms that may be employed depend on the level of security required, the network and management resources available, and the software support provided on wireless clients. A summary of wireless security considerations is listed in the following table. Security Client Mechanism Support Implementation Considerations WEP Built-in support on all 802.11b and 802.
Advanced Setup WPA Encryption Type WPA is a stronger wireless security solution than WEP. It uses a combination of 802.1x authentication and broadcast/session keys. • Pre-Shared Key/Passphrase If there is no authentication server on your SOHO network, you can issue the Pre-Shared Key to the clients that connect to the Wireless 11g Router. Be sure to use the same key for the Wireless 11g Router and the connected clients. Notes: 1. Manual Pre-Shared Key supports up to 64-Hex characters. 2.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router WEP Encryption Type You can choose between standard 40-bit/64-bit or the more robust 128-bit encryption. You may manually enter the keys or automatically generate encryption keys. To manually configure the keys, enter five hexadecimal pairs for each 40/64-bit key, or enter 13 pairs for the single 128-bit key. For automatic 64-bit security, enter a passphrase and click Generate. Four keys will be generated (as shown below).
Advanced Setup If you use encryption, configure the same keys used for the Wireless 11g Router on each of your wireless clients. Note that Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protects data transmitted between wireless nodes, but does not protect any transmissions over your wired network or over the Internet.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router WDS (Wireless Distribution System) The WDS provides a means to extend the range of a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). WDS allows an access point to establish a direct link to other access points, and stations to roam freely within the area covered by the WDS. (Default: Enable or disable WDS features - Disable) Notes: 1. Be sure that all access points with the same WDS links should use the same operation “Mode” (802.11b or 802.11g) and radio “Channel” number. 2.
Advanced Setup To establish a WDS connection between access points, follow the steps below. 1. Click on the Rescan button to scan and display all wireless devices within range. 2. Select one of them to connect to by clicking on an entry. 3. Click WIRELESS/Channel and SSID of the navigation menu for configuring the operation mode (11b or 11g) and radio channel on the Wireless 11g Router.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router NAT - Network Address Translation From this section you can configure the Address Mapping, Virtual Server, and Special Application features that provide control over the TCP/UDP port openings in the router’s firewall. This section can be used to support several Internet based applications such as web, email, FTP, and Telnet. Address Mapping Allows one or more public IP addresses to be shared by multiple internal users.
Advanced Setup Virtual Server If you configure the Wireless 11g Router as a virtual server, remote users accessing services such as web or FTP at your local site via public IP addresses can be automatically redirected to local servers configured with private IP addresses. In other words, depending on the requested service (TCP/UDP port number), the Wireless 11g Router redirects the external service request to the appropriate server (located at another internal IP address).
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router The more common TCP service ports include: HTTP: 80, FTP: 21, Telnet: 23, and POP3: 110 Special Applications Some applications, such as Internet gaming, videoconferencing, Internet telephony and others, require multiple connections. These applications cannot work with Network Address Translation (NAT) enabled.
Advanced Setup Popular applications requiring multiple ports are listed in the Popular Applications field. From the drop-down list, choose the application and then choose a row number to copy this data into. Note: Choosing a row that already contains data will overwrite the current settings. Example: ID Trigger Port Trigger Type Public Port Public Type Comment 1 6112 UDP 6112 UDP Battle.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Firewall The Wireless 11g Router firewall can provide access control of connected client PCs, block common hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death, IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, UDP port loopback, Snork Attack, TCP null scan, and TCP SYN flooding. The firewall does not significantly affect system performance, so we advise leaving it enabled to protect your network users.
Advanced Setup Note: Click on Add PC and define the appropriate settings for client PC services (as shown in the following screen).
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router MAC Filtering Table The MAC Filtering feature of the Wireless 11g Router allows you to control access to your network for up to 32 clients based on the MAC (Media Access Control) address of the client machine. This ID is unique to each network adapter. If the MAC address is listed in the table, that client machine will have access to the network.
Advanced Setup URL Blocking To configure the URL Blocking feature, use the table below to specify the web sites (www.somesite.com) and/or keywords you want to filter on your network. To complete this configuration, you will need to create or modify an access rule in “Access Control” on page 64. To modify an existing rule, click the Edit option next to the rule you want to modify. To create a new rule, click on the Add PC option.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Schedule Rule The Schedule Rule feature allows you to configure specific rules based on time and date. These rules can then be used to configure more specific access control.
Advanced Setup Enable schedule-based Internet access control. 1. Click Add Schedule Rule. 2. Define the settings for the schedule rule (as shown on the following screen). 3. Click OK and then click the APPLY button to save your settings.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Intrusion Detection 70 • SPI and Anti-DoS (Denial-of-Service) firewall protection (Default: Enable) – The Intrusion Detection Feature limits access for incoming traffic at the WAN port. When the SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) feature is turned on, all incoming packets will be blocked except for those types marked with a check in the Stateful Packet Inspection section.
Advanced Setup DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the firewall, then you can open the client up to unrestricted two-way Internet access. Enter the IP address of a DMZ host to this screen. Adding a client to the DMZ may expose your local network to a variety of security risks, so only use this option as a last resort.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router DDNS (Dynamic DNS) Settings 72
Advanced Setup Dynamic DNS (DDNS) provides users on the Internet with a method to tie their domain name to the router or server. DDNS allows your domain name to follow your IP address automatically by having your DNS records changed when your IP address changes. (Default: Disabled) The DDNS service dynamically updates DNS information to a static hostname, provided by the DDNS service provider, as clients’ IP addresses change. Note: Please visit the web sites of the DDNS providers for details.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) Setting Enable UPnP by checking ON in the screen above. UPnP allows the device to automatically: 74 • dynamically join local network • obtain an IP address • convey its capabilities and learn about the presence and capabilities of other devices.
Advanced Setup Tools Use the Tools menu to back up the current configuration, restore a previously saved configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the Wireless 11g Router. Tools - Configuration Tools • Backup Router Settings – Saves the Wireless 11g Router’s configuration to a file. • Restore Router Settings – Restores settings from a saved backup configuration file. 1. Select the saved file by clicking on the browse button 2. Click the “Restore from config file.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Tools - Firmware Upgrade Use this screen to update the firmware or user interface to the latest version. In the Firmware File field, click Browse to look for the downloaded file. Click APPLY. Check the Status page Information section to confirm that the upgrade process was successful.
Advanced Setup Tools - Reset Click APPLY to reset the Wireless 11g Router. The reset will be complete when the power LED stops blinking. Note: If you use the Reset button on the rear panel, the Wireless 11g Router performs a power reset. If the button is depressed for over five seconds, all the LEDs will illuminate and the factory settings will be restored.
Configuring the Wireless 11g Router Status The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers, illegal attempts to access your network, as well as information on DHCP clients connected to your network. The following items are included on this screen: 78 Section Description INTERNET Displays WAN connection type and status. Release Click on this button to disconnect from the WAN. Renew Click on this button to establish a connection to the WAN.
Advanced Setup Section Security Log Description Displays illegal attempts to access your network. Save Click on this button to save the security log file. Clear Click on this button to delete the access log. Refresh Click on this button to refresh the screen. DHCP Client Log Displays information on all DHCP clients on your network.
TROUBLESHOOTING The information outlined in this section describes some useful steps for getting your computer and the Wireless 11g Router online. A. Verify your connection to the Wireless 11g Router. If you are unable to access the Wireless 11g Router’s web-based administration pages, then you may not be properly connected or configured. The screen shots in this section were taken on a Windows 2000 machine, but the same steps will apply to Windows 95/98/Me/XP.
Troubleshooting If you have an IP address that starts with 169.254.xxx.xxx then see the next section. If you have another IP address configured, then see section C. B. I am getting an IP Address that starts with 169.254.xxx.xxx. If you are getting this IP address, then you need to check that you are properly connected to the Wireless 11g Router. Confirm that you have a good link light on the Wireless 11g Router for the port to which this computer is connected. If not, please try another cable.
Troubleshooting 2. Type ipconfig/release. 3. Then type ipconfig/renew. D. The 10/100 LED does not light after a connection is made. 1. Check that the host computer and the Wireless 11g Router are both powered on. 2. Be sure the network cable is connected to both devices. 3. Verify that Category 5 cable is used if you are operating at 100 Mbps, and that the length of any cable does not exceed 100 m (328 ft). 4. Check the network card connections. 5.
Troubleshooting E. If wireless clients cannot access the network, check the following: 1. Be sure the Wireless 11g Router and the wireless clients are configured with the same Service Set ID (SSID). 2. If authentication or encryption are enabled, ensure that the wireless clients are properly configured with the appropriate authentication or encryption keys. 3. If authentication is being performed through a RADIUS server, ensure that the clients are properly configured on the RADIUS server. 4.
Troubleshooting 2. Reset the Wireless 11g Router to its default configuration by pressing the reset button on the back panel for 5 seconds or more. Then click LOGIN to access the management interface. Maximum Distance Table Important Notice Maximum distances posted below are actual tested distance thresholds.
SPECIFICATIONS Below is an outline of the technical specifications for the WG4005D-ZZ. Standards IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.
Specifications Indicator Panel Power, WLAN, WAN (Link, Activity), LAN (Link/Activity, Speed - 10/100 Mbps) Dimensions 130 x 85 x 32 mm (5.12 x 3.35 x 1.26 in.) Weight 370 g (13.05 oz) Input Power 9 V, 1.25 A Maximum Current 0.04 ARMS max. @ 110 V/240 V Power Consumption 5 Watts max.
Specifications Compliances CE Mark Emissions FCC Class B VCCI Class B Industry Canada Class B EN55022 (CISPR 22) Class B C-Tick - AS/NZS 3548 (1995) Class B Immunity EN 61000-3-2/3 EN 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/8/11 Safety CSA/NRTL (UL1950, CSA 22.2.
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Model Number: WG4005D-ZZ Revision Number E072004-R01 V.2 F 1.
