LevelOne WBR-3408 11g Wireless Broadband Router, QoS User Manual V1.0.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................1 Wireless Broadband router Features...........................................................................1 Package Contents..........................................................................................................4 Physical Details.............................................................................................................
Routing........................................................................................................................88 Security .......................................................................................................................93 Upgrade Firmware .....................................................................................................95 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................96 Overview ..............
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.
Introduction 1 Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Broadband router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of LevelOne Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broadband router is a multi-function 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 Broadband router User Guide • Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Wireless Broadband 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 as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
Introduction • Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed quickly and easily. LAN Features • 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Package Contents The following items should be included: • WBR-3408 • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD 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. WLAN LED On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for use. Off - No Wireless connection available. Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless access point. Data includes "network traffic" as well as user data. Internet LED On - Internet connection is available. Off - No Internet connection available.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel Antenna 2dBi detachable antenna. Modem Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable. Wired Computers 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.
Chapter 2 Installation 2 This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router User Guide 1. Choose an Installation Site Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Broadband router. Ensure the Wireless Broadband router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF. For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless Broadband router should be positioned in a central location with minimum obstructions between the Wireless Broadband router and the PCs.
3 Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router you wish to use.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Configuration Program The Wireless Broadband 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.
Setup If you can't connect If the Wireless Broadband router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router's IP Address.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Broadband router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Broadband router's default settings are restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. • 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. 2.
Setup PPTP PPTP is mainly used in Europe. You connect to the ISP only when required. The IP address is usually allocated automatically, but may be Static (Fixed). • Server IP Address. • User name and password. • IP Address allocated to you, if Static (Fixed). Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless) Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you connect to you ISP. None.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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.
Setup 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 Broadband 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.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Buttons Save Save any changes you have made. Note that if you change the Wireless Broadband router's IP address, your connection will be lost. You will have to re-connect using the new IP address. Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload the file from the Wireless Broadband router. 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.
Setup To Configure your PCs to use DHCP This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 98/ME. See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Wireless Screen The Wireless Broadband router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Broadband router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Broadband 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. Options Mode Select the desired mode: • g & b - Both 802.11.g and 802.11b Wireless stations will be able to use the Wireless Broadband router. • g only - Only 802.11g Wireless stations can use the Wireless Broadband router. • b only - Only 802.11b connections are available. 802.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Buttons Configure Click this button to view the Wireless security sub-screen. Select Stations Click this button to select the required PCs. Save Save the data on screen. Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered since the last "Save" operation. Wireless Security Screen 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.
Setup For 128 Bit Encryption, the key size is 26 chars in HEX (0~9 and A~F). Key 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. Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase box and click the "Generate " button to automatically configure the WEP Key(s).
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Enter the desired value. Encryption Select the desired option. Wireless Stations must use the same method.
Setup Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Broadband router. Figure 10: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Broadband 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 11: Password Dialog • Leave the "User Name" blank.
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 Broadband router. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: 1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 12: Network Configuration 2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 13: IP Address (Win 9x) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide • On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router. Figure 14: Gateway Tab (Win 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.
PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 16: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Figure 17: 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 Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Broadband router.
PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 18: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Figure 19: 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 Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Broadband router.
PC Configuration Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Broadband 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. Select Start Menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options. 2. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button. 3.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband 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.
PC Configuration Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Broadband router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Broadband router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure. SSID (ESSID) This must match the value used on the Wireless Broadband router.
Chapter 5 Operation and Status 5 This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Broadband router and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Broadband 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.
Operation and Status Figure 20: Status Screen 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 Broadband router to the Broadband Modem. Internet Connection Current connection status: • Active • Idle • Failed If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button to find out more information.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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 Broadband router. Firmware Version The current version of the firmware installed in the Wireless Broadband router.
Operation and Status Connection Status - PPPoE If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 21: PPPoE Status Screen 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.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Connection Log Connection Log • The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the existing connection. • The most common messages are listed in the table below. • 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.
Operation and Status Error: Connection to Server lost The existing connection has been lost. This could be caused by a power failure, a link failure, or Server failure. Error: Invalid or unknown packet type The data received from the ISP's Server could not be processed. This could be caused by data corruption (from a bad link), or the Server using a protocol which is not supported by this device.
Wireless Broadband 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 22: 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 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, terminate the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new messages.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide IP Address Connection Status The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). 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.
Operation and Status Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond An example screen is shown below. Figure 24: Telstra Big Pond Status Screen Data - Big Pond Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices. (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).
Wireless Broadband router User Guide • 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 Telstra Big Pond. Disconnect If connected to Telstra Big Pond, terminate 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.
Operation and Status DNS IP Address DHCP Client The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which is currently used. • This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled". • If "Enabled", the Internet IP Address from your ISP is allocated automatically upon connection. (Dynamic IP Address). In this case the "Lease obtained" and "Remaining lease time" fields provide additional information. Note that the lease is automatically renewed on expiry; use the "Renew" button if you wish to manually renew the lease immediately.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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 26: 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.
Operation and Status Buttons Release/Renew Refresh • This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). Otherwise, it has no effect. • This button will say "Release" if the Wireless Broadband router is currently using an IP Address allocated by the ISP's DHCP Server. Clicking the "Release" button will release the IP Address and break the connection.
Chapter 6 Advanced Features 6 This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Broadband router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. • Access Control • Dynamic DNS • Internet • Communication Applications • Special Applications • Multi-DMZ • Virtual Servers • WAN Port Access Control This feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu.
Advanced Features Access Control Screen To view this screen, select the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Figure 27: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen User 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 re-named. "Members" Button Click this button to add or remove members from the current Group.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Internet Access Restrictions Select the desired options for the current group: • None - Nothing is blocked. Use this to create the least restrictive group. • Block all Internet access - All traffic via the WAN port is blocked. Use this to create the most restrictive group. • Block selected Services - You can select which Services are to block. Use this to gain fine control over the Internet access for a group.
Advanced Features Group Members Screen This screen is displayed when the Members button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 28: Group Members Use this screen to add or remove members (PCs) from the current group. • The "Del >>" button will remove the selected PC (in the Members list) from the current group. • The "<< Add" button will add the selected PC (in the Other PCs list) to the current group. PCs not assigned to any group will be in the "Default" group.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Default Schedule Screen This screen is displayed when the Define Schedule button on the Access Control screen is clicked. • This schedule can be (optionally) applied to any Access Control Group. • Blocking will be performed during the scheduled time (between the "Start" and "Finish" times.) • 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.
Advanced Features Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 30: Access Control - Services Data - Services Screen Available Services Available Services This lists all the available services. "Delete" button Use this to delete the selected Service from the list. Add New Service Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this service. Type Select the correct type for this Service.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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. Name If known, the name of the PC whose access was blocked.
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 Broadband router User Guide Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Data DDNS Service Select the desired DDNS Service provider. To disable DDNS, select "None". Web Site Button Click this button to open a new window and connect to the Web site for the selected DDNS service provider. User Name Enter your Username for the DDNS Service. Password Enter your current password for the DDNS Service. Domain Name • Enter the domain name allocated to you by the DDNS Service.
Advanced Features Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. • Communication Applications • Special Applications • Multi-DMZ • URL Filter An example screen is shown below. Figure 32: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Wireless Broadband router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection.
Wireless Broadband 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 Figure 33: Special Applications Screen 59
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Data - Special Applications Screen Name Incoming Ports Outgoing Ports Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. • 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). • Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the application server, for data you receive.
Advanced Features • Enable this DMZ. If you have multiple Internet IP addresses, you can assign one DMZ PC for each Internet IP address. If you only have 1 WAN IP address, only "DMZ 1" can be used, and only one (1) PC can be the DMZ PC. The current WAN IP address is displayed. If this address is assigned upon connection, and no connection currently exists, then this address will be blank or 0.0.0.0. The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Data - URL Filter Screen Filter Strings Current Entries This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this list will be empty. Add 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. ads/ ) Any URL which contains ANY entry ANYWHERE in the URL will be blocked.
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 Broadband router User Guide Figure 36: 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.
Advanced Features Defaults This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the pre-defined Servers to use their default port numbers. Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set OFF. Clear Form Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a new Virtual Server entry. Update Selected Server Update the current Virtual Server entry, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen.
Wireless Broadband 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 37: WAN Port Screen Data - WAN Port Screen Identification Hostname Normally, there is no need to change the default name, but if your ISP requests that you use a particular Hostname, enter it here. Domain Name If your ISP provided a domain name, enter it here. Otherwise, this may be left blank. WAN Port MAC Address Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide IP Address IP Address is assigned automatically Specified IP Address Also called Dynamic IP Address. This is the default, and the most common. Leave this selected if your ISP allocates an IP Address to the Wireless Broadband router upon connection. Also called Static IP Address. Select this if your ISP has allocated you a fixed IP Address. If this option is selected, the following data must be entered. • IP Address. The IP Address allocated by the ISP.
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 Broadband router User Guide Auto-disconnect Idle Time-out This field has no effect unless using the Automatic Connect/Disconnect setting. If using this setting, enter the desired idle time-out period (in minutes). After the connection to your ISP has been idle for this time period, the connection will be terminated. Buttons Default Inserts the default MAC address into the MAC address field. You must click "Save" to actually change the address used.
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 Broadband router.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Wireless Broadband router, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless Broadband router, by uploading it to the Wireless Broadband router. This screen also allows you to set the Wireless Broadband router back to its factory default configuration. Any existing settings will be deleted.
Advanced Administration Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC. Figure 39: Logs Screen Data - Logs Screen Enable Logs Outgoing If selected, Outgoing Internet connections are logged.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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 Logs Send E-mail alert If enabled, an E-mail will be sent immediately if a DoS (Denial of Service) attack is detected. If enabled, the Email address information must be provided. E-mail Logs Enabled the logs you wish to send. If no checkboxes are enabled, no logs will be sent.
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 40: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Ping IP Address Enter the IP address you wish to ping. The IP address can be on your LAN, or on the Internet.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Lookup Button After entering the Domain name/URL, click this button to start the "DNS Lookup" procedure. The results will be displayed in the DNS Lookup Results pane.
Advanced Administration 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 41: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Backup DNS 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.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Allow Configuration... Allow Internet access to be disabled • If checked, then UPnP users can change the configuration. • If Disabled, UPnP users can only view the configuration. But currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP. (e.g. Right click the Wireless Broadband router in My Network Places, and select Properties) • If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via this device.
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 42: PC Database • PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as required.
Wireless Broadband 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 Advanced PC Database This screen is displayed if the "Advanced" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 43: Advanced PC Database Data - Advanced PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices). Edit Use this to change the data for the selected PC in the list. The data for the selected PC will then be shown in the "Properties" area, where it may be edited.
Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router will allocate an IP address to this PC when requested to do so. The IP address could change, but normally won't.
Advanced Administration QoS Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority service. Figure 44: QoS Screen Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting QoS Queue It displays the queue name. Traffic Type in the Queue Select the desired traffic type(s). Priority Enter the priority value (1~20) of the policy. Traffic Limit Enter the desired values for the inbound and outbound traffic limitation. Advanced Settings Click this button to access the Advanced Settings sub-screen.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Advanced Settings Screen This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Settings" button on the QoS is clicked.
Advanced Administration Data - Advanced QoS Screen QoS Setting QoS Method Select the desired option. • Disabled • Follow existing packet classification • • QoS Queue: It displays the queue type. • Priority: Enter the priority value (1~20) of the policy. • Reliability: Select the desired option from the dropdown list. • Traffic Limit: Enter the desired values for the inbound and outbound traffic limitation. Use QoS Policies below • QoS Queue: It displays the queue type.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Remote Admin If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Broadband router via the Internet. Figure 46: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Management Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To connect, see below). If Disabled, this device will ignore Administration connection attempts from the Internet. Port Number Enter a port number between 1024 and 65535.
Advanced Administration you connect to your ISP. There are 2 solutions to this problem: • Have your ISP allocate you a Fixed IP address. • Use the DDNS feature (Advanced menu) so you can connect using a Domain Name, rather than an IP address. To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Broadband router.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Routing Overview • If you don't have other Broadband routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless Broadband router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Broadband routers. • If your LAN has a standard Broadband router (e.g.
Advanced Administration Figure 47: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen RIP Enable RIP VI Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broadband router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing Static Routing Table Entries This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. • The "Properties" area shows details of the selected item in the list.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Properties • Destination IP Address - The network address of the remote LAN segment. For standard class "C" LANs, the network address is the first 3 fields of the Destination IP Address. The 4th (last) field can be left at 0. • Network Mask - The Network Mask for the remote LAN segment. For class "C" networks, the default mask is 255.255.255.
Advanced Administration 1 Metric Other Broadband routers on the Local LAN Other broadband routers on the local LAN must use the Wireless Broadband router's Local Broadband router as the Default Route. The entries will be the same as the Wireless Broadband router's local broadband router, with the exception of the Gateway IP Address.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Metric 3 For Broadband router A's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0 Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.1 (Wireless Broadband router's IP Address) For Broadband router B's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0 Gateway IP Address 192.168.1.
Advanced Administration Security This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 49: 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 Broadband router User Guide Options Respond to ICMP Allow IPsec Allow PPTP Allow L2TP The ICMP protocol is used by the "ping" and "trace route" programs, and by network monitoring and diagnostic programs. • If checked, the Broadband VPN Broadband router will respond to ICMP packets received from the Internet. • If not checked, ICMP packets from the Internet will be ignored. Disabling this option provides a slight increase in security.
Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Broadband router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 50: Upgrade Firmware Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1. Click the "Browse" button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file. 2. Select the upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field. 3.
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 Broadband router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Broadband router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. General Problems Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Broadband router to configure it.
Appendix A - Troubleshooting working correctly. Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Broadband router. Solution 2: The Wireless Broadband 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.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide show a marked improvement. • Radio Interference Other devices may be causing interference. You can experiment by switching other devices Off, and see if this helps. Any "noisy" devices should be shielded or relocated. • RF Shielding Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close to the Wireless Broadband router.
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.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channel are available. If using multiple Access Points, it is better if adjacent Access Points use different Channels to reduce interference.
Appendix B - About Wireless LANs supported method is AES. WPA2-PSK This is a later version of WPA (WPA-PSK). The major change is the use of AES (Advanced Encryption System) for protecting data. AES is very secure, considered to be unbreakable. The PSK (Pre-shared Key) must be entered on each Wireless station. If WPA2-PSK is used, the Wireless Stations and the Access Point must have the same settings for each of the following: WPA2 PSK (Pre-shared Key) Enter the same value on every station and the AP.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide and have the same Pre-shared Key and encryption system. For Ad-hoc networks (no Access Point), all Wireless stations must use the same security settings.
Appendix C Specifications C Multi-Function Wireless Broadband router Model 11g Wireless Broadband router, QoS Dimensions 215mm(W) * 150mm(D) * 37mm(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 8 Power Adapter 4.5V/1.5A DC External Wireless Interface Standards IEEE802.11g WLAN, JEIDA 4.2, roaming support Frequency 2.4 to 2.
Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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 Hereby, Digital Data Communications, declares that this (Model-no. WBR-3408) is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The CE-Declaration of Conformity can be downloaded at: http://www.levelone.eu/support.
