T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................1 What is unique about the TM-G5240.....................................................................................................1 TM-G5240 FEATURES ........................................................................................................................
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................... 73 I CAN’T CONNECT TO THE INTERNET .......................................................................................................... 73 WHEN RUNNING THE CD INSTALL WIZARD I CAN’T GET PAST THE CABLING STEPS .....................................
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Introduction TM-G5240 Wireless Router Congratulations on your purchase of the T-Mobile TM-G5240 wireless router (also referred to as TM-G5240). The TM-G5240 supports high-speed wireless networking at home, at work, and in public places. The TM-G5240 wireless router uses the new 802.11g standard. The IEEE 802.11g standard is an extension of the 802.11b standard. It increases the data rate up to 54 Mbps within the 2.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 TM-G5240 Features • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Fully compatible with the 802.11g standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 54Mbps.* Backwards compatible with the 802.11b standard to provide a wireless data rate of up to 11Mbps.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Technical specifications Standards • IEEE 802.11g • IEEE 802.11b • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Status Lights Power Internet Wireless Ports 1-4 (LAN 10/100) Encryption Physical Dimensions L = 5.6 inches (142mm) W = 4.3 inches (109mm) H = 1.2 inches (31mm) Wireless Transmit Power 19 dBm +1/-1.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 48 Mbps 36 Mbps 24 Mbps 18 Mbps 12 Mbps 11 Mbps 9 Mbps 6 Mbps 5.5 Mbps 2 Mbps 1 Mbps Receiver Sensitivity • Better than -92dBm @ 6, 9Mbps • Better than -92dBm @ 12Mbps • Better than -88dBm @ 18Mbps • Better than -84dBm @ 24Mbps • Better than -81dBm @ 36Mbps • Better than -74dBm @ 48Mbps & 54Mbps *Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Panel components Back panel Internet Port Plug the network cable used to connect to the Internet into the TMG5240. Antenna Screw in the included antenna here. Ports (1-4) Plug the blue network cable that comes with this router into one of the ports (1-4). 6 Reset Button Press and hold for 10 seconds to restore to original factory settings. Power Plug the power adaptor to power on the TMG5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Front panel Get Security Key or Secure Button In the phone go to Get Security Key to share the router’s security key/passphrase with a T-Mobile phone. • Off - no encryption • Blinking amber – in securing process • Solid green – encryption enabled Power Light Solid green if the power adaptor is plugged into an electrical outlet and is receiving adequate power.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Getting Started What you need before installing the TM-G5240 Before you install and use the TM-G5240, you must have: • Broadband Internet access (a cable or DSL-subscriber line into your home or office) NOTE: Consult with your Cable or DSL provider for proper installation of the modem. • Computer with Windows, Macintosh*, or Linux-based operating system with an installed Ethernet adapter.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • Building materials can impede the wireless signal - a solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position wireless devices and computers with wireless adapters so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways and not other materials.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Configuring TM-G5240 Configure the TM-G5240 The configuration of the TM-G5240 involves the following: 1. The Installation Wizard walks you through the steps to physically connect the hardware components (computer, TM-G5240, modem, cables). Note: The CD wizard is not compatible with Mac/Apple computers.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Physical connection of hardware components To start the Installation Wizard, insert the CD into your computer that is connected to your modem and click the Installation Wizard button. Follow the instructions on screen. Note: If the CD does not auto-start, try inserting the CD again, or you can go to your computer’s file browser to view the files on the CD.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 1. Power off your modem, by unplugging the power cord. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 2. Unplug the network cable from your computer and plug the network cable into the TM-G5240‘s Internet port. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 3. Plug in the power adapter to your modem. The lights on your modem should start flashing. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 4. Connect one end of the blue cable that came with the TM-G5240 to any of the Ports (1-4) on the back of the TM-G5240. Connect the other end of the blue cable to the computer’s network port. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 5. Plug the power adapter into the back of the TM-G5240 and plug the other end into an electrical outlet or power strip. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 6. Observe the status lights on the front of the router. The lights for Power, Internet, Wireless, and one of the numbered ports (1-4) should be lit. If not lit, make sure that all cables are securely connected and if necessary select back to check your cabling. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. Your cables should look similar to the image shown below after you have finished connecting all hardware components.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 If you want to replace the existing router with the TM-G5240, click the Yes button on the Wizard. 1. Power off your modem, by unplugging the power cord. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 2. Unplug the network cable connected to your computer from your old router and plug it into any of the Ports (1-4) on the TM-G5240. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 3. Unplug the cable connected to your modem from your old router and plug it into the TM-G5240’s Internet port. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 4. Plug in the power adapter to your modem. The lights on your modem should start flashing. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 5. Plug the power adapter into the back of the TM-G5240. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 6. Observe the status lights on the front of the router. The lights for Power, Internet, Wireless, and one of the numbered ports (1-4) should be lit. If not lit, make sure that all cables are securely connected and if necessary select back to check your cabling. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 7. Your cables should look similar to the image shown below after you have finished connecting all hardware components.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Checks Internet Connection Type After you have finished connecting the cables, the Installation Wizard will check your Internet connection and display the following screen while detecting the type of internet connection you have.. Note: If you do not get this screen that means something is wrong with the connection between the computer running the CD and your wireless router.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Configuration of TM-G5240 7. After successfully detecting your Internet type you will see one of the following three screens. If you are unsure of the setting, DO NOT change it. • Most Cable users should have DHCP (Cable) • Most DSL users will have either PPPOE (DSL) or DHCP (Cable) • Typically if you have a static IP, you know it.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Static IP If you select Static IP from the drop-down box, you must complete the information on this screen. Refer to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for information on IP address, subnet mask, and so on. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. PPPOE (DSL) If you select PPPOE (DSL) from the drop-down box, then type your username and password to log in to the Internet. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 8. Create a unique name to identify your wireless network from other wireless networks around you. This name will also display on your T-Mobile phone’s main screen under “T-Mobile” when you are connected to your Wi-Fi network. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 9. Select a channel for your network, or auto detect if you’d like the router to pick the best one for you. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 10. To protect your router settings from un-authorized access, change the administrative password. You will see a confirmation of settings page where you can print this information for future reference. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. Please note that passwords are limited to 15 characters. 11. To Review your settings and either print or save a copy for your records.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 12. You will see saving settings and restarting while the router stores all your settings. You may see the router lights blinking and pop-ups on your computer screen task bar mentioning Internet connectivity. This is all normal. 13. When the router is setup you will see this Congratulations screen.
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T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Encryption for your wireless computers 1. With a T-Mobile router and phone you do NOT have to enter the security key or passphrase into your phone manually. Follow these steps to share the encryption settings with your phone: • Turn on your T-Mobile phone and go to Menu > Settings > Wi-Fi > Get Security Key • Select Next on the phone.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 3. Review your settings and either print or save a copy for your records. • Click the Save a copy button to save your security settings to your computer. You will see a pop-up with open, save, cancel. Select save. • Click the Print Settings button to print your security settings to an attached printer. When done, click the Next button on the Wizard. 4. Congratulations will appear. Select Done.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced Settings Configuration menu The Configuration menu allows you to adjust network and TM-G5240 settings. To access the Configuration menu: 1. Open a Web browser. 2. Type http://192.168.0.1/. This is the default IP address of the TM-G5240. If you have changed the default, make sure that you type the correct IP address. 3. Leave the username blank. ***** 4. Type admin in the password field. (Please note: Default password is "admin".
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Click OK. The Configuration menu opens.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home tab Home > Wizard The Home tab introduces you to the Configuration menu and allows you to access the Installation Wizard. The following buttons appear on most of the Configuration screens after you have made a configuration change: Click Apply to save changes made to the page. Click Cancel to clear changes made to the page. Click Help to bring up helpful information regarding the page. Click Restart to restart the TM-G5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > Wireless At the Home > Wireless tab, you can adjust: • Wireless Radio - This option turns off and on the wireless connection feature of the router. If this is not enabled, you cannot connect using a wireless network adapter. • SSID - Service Set Identifier (SSID) is the name designated for a specific wireless local area network (WLAN). The SSID’s factory default setting is default.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Shared Secret - Enter the shared secret. The Shared Secret must the same as the Shared Secret on your RADIUS server. o WPA-PSK – Wi-Fi Protected Access – Pre-Shared Key mode means that the wireless client and the router must have the same passphrase in order to establish the wireless connection. A RADIUS server is not required with PSK. Passphrase - Enter a pass phrase for the router.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • WEP - Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN). WEP provides security by encrypting the data that is sent over the WLAN. Select Enabled or Disabled. Disabled is the default setting. (Note: If you enable encryption on the TM-G5240 make sure to also enable encryption on all the wireless clients and match the security settings, or wireless connection will not be established.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > WAN Home > WAN > Dynamic IP Address At Home > WAN > Dynamic IP Address, you can adjust: • Dynamic IP Address - Choose Dynamic IP Address to obtain IP Address information automatically from your ISP. Select this option if your ISP does not give you any IP numbers to use. This option is commonly used for Cable modem services. • Host Name - The Host Name is optional but may be required by some ISPs.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 “Clone MAC Address” button to copy the MAC address of the Ethernet Card installed by your ISP and replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of the router. It is not recommended that you change the default MAC address unless required by your ISP. • Primary DNS Address - Input the primary DNS address provided by your ISP. • Secondary DNS Address - (Optional) Input the secondary DNS address provided by your ISP.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > WAN > Static IP Address At Home > WAN > Static IP Address, you can adjust: • Static IP Address - Choose Static IP Address if all WAN IP information is provided to you by your ISP. You will need to enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and DNS address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must be in the appropriate IP form, which are four octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x).
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > WAN > PPPoE At Home > WAN > PPPoE, you can adjust: • PPPoE – Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet. Choose this option if your ISP uses PPPoE connection (Most DSL users will select this option.) Your ISP provider will provide you with a username and pasword. This option is typically used for DSL services. Please be sure to remove any existing PPPoE client software installed your computers.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • Primary DNS Address - Primary DNS IP address provided by our ISP • Secondary DNS Address - This option is only available for Static PPPoE. Enter the static IP Address for the PPPoE connection. • Maximum Idle Time - Enter a maximum idle time during which Internet connection is maintained during inactivity.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > LAN LAN is short for Local Area Network. This is considered your internal network. These are the IP settings of the LAN interface for the TM-G5240. These settings may be referred to as Private settings. You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet. At the Home > LAN tab, you can adjust: • IP Address - The IP address of the LAN interface.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Home > DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. The TM-G5240 has a built-in DHCP server. The DHCP Server will automatically assign an IP address to the computers on the LAN/private network. Be sure to set your computers to be DHCP clients by setting their TCP/IP settings to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically.” When you turn your computers on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP settings provided by the TM-G5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • Static DHCP - Used to allow the DHCP server to assign the same IP address to a specified MAC address. Enter the name, IP address, and MAC address into the fields. Select which DHCP client to clone. • Host Name – The name to be used to reference the specific static DHCP client. • DHCP Client - Drop down list of all currently connected DHCP clients.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced tab Advanced > Virtual Server The TM-G5240 can be configured as a virtual server so that remote users accessing Web or FTP services via the public IP address can be automatically redirected to local servers in the LAN (Local Area Network). The TM-G5240 firewall feature filters out unrecognized packets to protect your LAN network so all computers networked with the TM-G5240 are invisible to the outside world.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 At the Advanced > Virtual Server tab, you can adjust: • Virtual Server - Select Enabled or Disabled. • Name - Enter the name referencing the virtual service. • Private IP - The server computer in the LAN (Local Area Network) that will be providing the virtual services. • Protocol Type - The server computer in the LAN (Local Area Network) that will be providing the virtual services.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 EXAMPLE 2 If you have an FTP server that you wanted Internet users to access by WAN port 2100 and only during the weekends, you would need to enable it as such. FTP server is on LAN computer 192.168.0.30. FTP uses port 21, TCP. Name: FTP Server Private IP: 192.168.0.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Applications Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). Special Applications makes some of these applications work with the TM-G5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • Public Port - This is the port number on the WAN side that will be used to access the application. You may define a single port or a range of ports. You can use a comma to add multiple ports or port ranges. • Public Type - This is the protocol used for the special application.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Filters Advanced > Filters > IP Filters Filters are used to deny or allow LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing the Internet. The TM-G5240 can be setup to deny internal computers by their IP or MAC addresses. The TM-G5240 can also block users from accessing restricted web sites. At Advanced > Filters > IP Filters, you can adjust: • IP Filters - Use IP Filters to deny LAN IP addresses from accessing the Internet.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Filters > URL Blocking URL Blocking is used to deny LAN computers from accessing specific web sites by the URL. A URL is a specially formatted text string that defines a location on the Internet. If any part of the URL contains the blocked word, the site will not be accessible and the web page will not display. To use this feature, enter the text string to be blocked and click Apply. The text to be blocked will appear in the list.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Filters > Domain Blocking Domain Blocking is used to allow or deny LAN (Local Area Network) computers from accessing specific domains on the Internet. Domain blocking will deny all requests to a specific domain such as http and ftp. It can also allow computers to access specific sites and deny all other sites. At Advanced > Filters > Domain Blocking, you can adjust: • Filters – Domain Blocking – Select the filter you wish to use.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Parental Control Parental Control filters are used to allow or deny LAN users from accessing the Internet by either blocking URL’s or Specific Domains. At Advanced > Parental Control, you can adjust: • URL Blocking - Use URL blocking to deny LAN computers from accessing specific websites by its URL. A URL is a specifically formatted text string that defines a location on the internet.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Firewall Firewall Rules is an advanced feature used to deny or allow traffic from passing through the TM-G5240. It works in the same way as IP Filters with additional settings. You can create more detailed access rules for the TM-G5240. When virtual services are created and enabled, it will also display in Firewall Rules. Firewall Rules contain all network firewall rules pertaining to IP (Internet Protocol).
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 At the Advanced > Firewall tab, you can adjust: • Firewall Rules - Enable or disable the Firewall. • Name - Enter the name. • Action - Allow or Deny. • Source - Enter the IP Address range. • Destination - Enter the IP Address range, the Protocol, and the Port Range. • Schedule - Select Always or enter the Time Range.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > DMZ If you have a client PC that cannot run Internet applications properly from behind the TMG5240, then you can set the client up for unrestricted Internet access. It allows a computer to be exposed to the Internet. This feature is useful for gaming purposes. Enter the IP address of the internal computer that will be the DMZ host.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Advanced > Performance Displayed in this window are the Wireless Performance features for the Access Point portion of the TM-G5240. At the Advance > Performance tab, you can adjust: • Beacon Interval - Beacons are packets sent by an Access Point to synchronize a wireless network. Specify a value. 100 is the default setting and is recommended. • RTS Threshold - This value should remain at its default setting of 2432.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 • Preamble Type - Select Short or Long Preamble. The Preamble defines the length of the CRC block (Cyclic Redundancy Check is a common technique for detecting data transmission errors) for communication between the wireless router and the roaming wireless network adapters. Auto is the default setting. Note: High network traffic areas should use the shorter preamble type.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools tab Tools > Admin At this page, the TM-G5240 administrator can change the system password. There are two accounts that can access the wireless router’s Web-Management interface. They are admin and user. Admin has read/write access while user has read-only access. User can only view the settings but cannot make any changes. At the Tools > Admin tab, you can adjust: • Administrator – admin is the Administrator login name.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 This feature enables you to perform Administrator tasks from the remote (Internet) host. • IP Address – The Internet IP address of the computer that has access to the Wireless router. If you input an asterisk (*) into this field, then any computer will be able to access the Router. Putting an asterisk (*) into this field would present a security risk and is not recommended. • Port – The port number used to access the wireless router.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > Time At the Tools > Time tab, you can adjust: • Time Zone – Select the time from the pull-down menu. • Default NTP Server – NTP is short for Network Time Protocol. NTP synchronizes computer clock times in a network of computers. This field is optional. • Set the Time – To manually input the time, enter the values in these fields for the Year, Month, Day, Hour, Minute, and Second. Click Set Time.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > System The current system settings can be saved as a file onto the local hard drive. The saved file or any other saved setting file can be loaded back on the wireless router. To reload a system settings file, click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the system file to be used. You may also reset the wireless router back to factory settings by clicking on Restore.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > Firmware You can upgrade the firmware of the Router here. Make sure the firmware you want to use is on the local hard drive of the computer. Click on Browse to browse the local hard drive and locate the firmware to be used for the update. Please check the D-Link support site for firmware updates at http://support.dlink.com. You can download firmware upgrades to your hard drive from the D-Link support site.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > DDNS When an IP address is automatically assigned by a DHCP server, DDNS automatically updates the DNS server. Select Disabled to Enable. Users who have a Dynamic DNS account may use this feature.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > Misc At the Tools > Misc tab, you can adjust: • Ping Test – The Ping Test is used to send Ping packets to test if a computer is on the Internet. Enter the IP Address that you wish to Ping, and click Ping. • Restart Device – Click Reboot to restart the TM-G5240. • Block WAN Ping – If you choose to block WAN Ping, the WAN IP Address of the TM-G5240 will not respond to pings.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Enabled. If you are not using a Gaming application, it is recommended that you Disable Gaming Mode. • Dynamic DNS – Dynamic Domain Name System is a method of keeping a domain name linked to a changing IP Address. This is a useful feature since many computers do not use a static IP address.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > Cable Test Diagnostic cable tester is an advanced feature that integrates a LAN cable tester on every Ethernet Port on the router. Through the graphical user interface (GUI), Cable Tester can be used to remotely diagnose and report cable faults such as opens, shorts, swaps, and impedance mismatch. It enables users to easily troubleshoot their cable connections.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Tools > Pairing Pairing is the process of securing the TM-G5240 with your T-Mobile phone. It is a process where the security settings of the TM-G5240 get transmitted to the phone.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Status tab Status > Device Info This page displays the current information for the TM-G5240. It will display the LAN, WAN, and MAC address information.If your WAN connection is set up for a Dynamic IP address then a Release button and a Renew button will be displayed. Use Release to disconnect from your ISP and use Renew to connect to your ISP.
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T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Status > Log The wireless router keeps a running log of events and activities occurring on the Router. If the device is rebooted, the logs are automatically cleared. You may save the log files under Log Settings. At the Status > Log tab, you can select View Log to view first page, last page, previous, next, clear, and log settings.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Status > Statistics The screen above displays theTraffic Statistics. Here you can view the amount of packets that pass through the TM-G5240 on both the WAN and the LAN ports. The traffic counter will reset if the device is rebooted.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Status > Wireless The wireless client table displays a list of current connected wireless clients. This table also displays the connection time and MAC address of the connected wireless client. Click Help at any time for more information.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Help tab On the Help tab, you can click on the links to quickly access information.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Troubleshooting Introduction This section provides solutions to problems that can occur during the installation and operation of the TM-G5240. Note: It is recommended that you use an Ethernet connection to configure the TM-G5240 wireless router. I can’t connect to the Internet Check the lights for the TM-G5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 When running the CD Install Wizard I can’t get past the cabling steps This means the computer you are running the CD with can not communicate with the wireless router. Try the following: 1. Check that your cables are correct based on the images in the CD Wizard and then see the text in the troubleshooting issue I can’t connect to the internet. 2. Re-run the CD, ensure all lights are on for the router before moving past step 9.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 I can’t wirelessly connect to the TM-G5240 • Verify your wireless settings on your computer. Make sure the SSID and security settings are the same as the TM-G5240. • Change the channel on the TM-G5240 to reduce interference. For best results, use channels 1, 6, or 11.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 I want to modify TM-G5240 settings To modify settings, you must log on to the TM-G5240: 1. Open your Web browser and type the IP address of the TM-G5240 in the address bar. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. You are prompted for your password. 2. Type your password. Default password is admin.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 How do I find the IP address Windows 95, 98, and ME 1. On the computer’s taskbar, click Start > Run. The Run Dialogue box opens. 2. At the Run Dialogue box, type winipcfg in the window as shown then click OK. The IP Configuration dialog box opens displaying your Ethernet Adapter Information. 3. At the IP Configuration dialog box, select your adapter from the drop down menu.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Windows Vista 1. Click on Start. 2. In the Start Search dialog box, type cmd and press Enter. See Step 3 below and continue from there. Windows 2000 and XP 1. Click on Start and select Run. 2. Type cmd then click OK. 3. From the Command Prompt, enter ipconfig. It will return your IP Address, subnet mask, and default gateway. 4. Type exit to close the command prompt. 5. Check your IP Address.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 6. Make sure you take note of your computer´s Default Gateway IP Address. The Default Gateway is the IP Address of the T-Mobile router. By default, it should be 192.168.0.1. How do I assign a static IP address Windows Vista 1. Click the Windows Logo (Start) > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Manage Network Connections. 2. See Step 2 for Windows 2000 and continue from there. Windows XP 1.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 3. Click Specify an IP Address. 4. Enter in an IP address that is on the same subnet as the LAN IP address on your router. Example: If the router´s LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1, make your IP address 192.168.0.X where X is between 2-99. Make sure that the number you choose is not in use on the network. 5. Click on the Gateway tab. 6. Enter the LAN IP address of your router here (192.168.0.1). 7. Click Add when finished. 8.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 How can I set up TM-G5240 to work with a cable modem Dynamic cable connection Note: Please configure the TM-G5240 with the computer that was last connected directly to the cable modem. Try running the CD that came with the router first. If that does not work, follow the steps below. 1. Access the TM-G5240’s Configuration menu by typing the TM-G5240’s IP address in your Web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. 2.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 Static cable connection 1. Access the TM-G5240’s Configuration menu by typing the TM-G5240’s IP address in your Web browser. 2. Login using your password. The default username is “admin” and the password is blank. 3. Click the Home tab and click the WAN button. 4. Select Static IP Address and type your static settings obtained from the ISP in the fields provided. If you do not know your settings, you must contact your ISP. 5.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 How can I set up my router to work with Earthlink DSL or any PPPOE connection Make sure you disable or uninstall any PPPoE software such as WinPoet or Enternet 300 from your computer or you will not be able to connect to the Internet. 1. Upgrade the firmware if needed. Visit the D-Link tech support web site at http://support.dlink.com for the latest firmware upgrade information. 2. Reset the TM-G5240.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 5. Click the WAN button on the Home screen and select PPPoE. 6. Select Dynamic PPPoE (unless your ISP supplied you with a static IP address). 7. In the username field, type ELN/username@earthlink.net and your password (where username is your own username). o For SBC Global users, type username@sbcglobal.net. o For Ameritech users, type sername@ameritech.net. o For BellSouth users, type username@bellsouth.net.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 10. Turn off your DSL modem for 2-3 minutes and then turn it back on. Once the modem has established a link to your ISP, plug the power back into the TM-G5240. Wait about 30 seconds and log back into the router. 11. Click the Status tab on the Configuration menu where you can view the device information. 12. Under WAN, click Connect. 13. Click Continue when prompted.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 How do I open ports on the TM-G5240 To allow traffic from the Internet to enter your local network, you will need to open up ports or the TM-G5240 will block the request. 1. Access the TM-G5240’s Configuration menu by typing the TM-G5240’s IP address in your Web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. 2. Login using your password. The default username is “admin” and the password is blank. 3.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 6. At Private IP, type the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to. 7. Select TCP, UDP, or Both for the protocol type. If you are not sure, select Both. 8. Type the port information next to Private Port and Public Port. The private and public ports are usually the same.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 How do I open a range of ports on the TM-G5240 using firewall rules 1. Access the TM-G5240’s Configuration menu by typing the TM-G5240’s IP address in your Web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.0.1. 2. Login using your password. The default username is “admin” and the password is blank. 3. At Home page, click the Advanced tab then click the Firewall button. 4. Click on Enabled and type in a name for the new rule. 5.
T-Mobile TM-G5240 Wireless Router User Manual Version 0.7 041807 6. Select LAN as the Destination and type the IP address of the computer on your local network that you want to allow the incoming service to. This will not work with a range of IP addresses. 7. Type the port or range of ports that are required to be open for the incoming service. 8. Click Apply and then click Continue. Note: Make sure DMZ host is disabled.
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