Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl Gigaset
Contents Contents The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 The device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LED displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Applications and Gaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Port Forwarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl The Siemens Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl is a powerful but easy-to-use communications device for connecting your PCs or local area network (LAN) to the Internet (via ADSL) or for connecting a set-top box to watch IPTV. The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl contains an integrated ADSL modem enabling you to access the Internet easily. You can connect your PCs wirelessly to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl and create a wireless local area network (WLAN).
The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl The device Front Panel Power switch on / switch off Bottom The label on the bottom of the device shows the serial number and the wireless security settings (SSID and WPA key), if the security settings are preset.
The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl Reset Button Reboot function (software reset): Press the button for longer than 1 second but less than 5 seconds to reboot the device. This does not affect the configuration settings. Reset function (returns to factory settings): Press and hold the button for at least 5 seconds to return all settings to the factory settings. Warning: This will clear all the configuration settings you have made since the initial startup.
The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl LED Online State Status On (green) Flashing (green) Off A connection to the Internet has been established. *) The device is transmitting or receiving data from or to the Internet. There is no Internet connection. Device attempted to establish an Internet connection and failed. On (red) *) If the Internet session is dropped due to an idle timeout, the light will remain green as long as a DSL connection is still present.
The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl Setting up a local area network The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl offers the following possibilities: u Up to four devices (PCs, a Hub or Switch) connected via Ethernet ports with a trans- mission speed of 10 or 100 Mbps (with automatic recognition). u Up to 253 mobile terminals connected via a wireless interface with a transmission speed of up to 54 Mbps. It complies with IEEE 802.11g standard and can work with all products that satisfy WLAN Standard IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g.
First steps First steps System requirements You require the following components to operate your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl: u A PC with – an 802.11g or 802.11b compatible wireless Network adapter. Note: An 802.11b-compatible network adapter has a maximum transmission speed of 11 Mbps. An 802.11g-compatible network adapter has a maximum transmission speed of 54 Mbps. – or an Ethernet port (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) u A Web browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer V 6.0 or higher or Mozilla Firefox V 1.
First steps Overview of the installation steps 1. First install an Ethernet network card or a wireless Network adapter in the PCs you want to connect to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. The installation is described in the user guides for these products. 2. Then make the necessary connections (PCs, splitter) on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl and activate the device (page 11). 3.
First steps Connecting to the splitter data port ì Connect the DSL port (grey) on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl to the ADSL socket on the splitter. To do this, use the DSL cable supplied (grey). Splitter DSL cable Connecting to the PC You can connect wired PCs to your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl to create a local area network (LAN). First connect just one PC to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. You can then carry out the general configuration. You can connect further PCs later on.
First steps Connecting to the mains power supply W Only use the power supply unit that comes with the device. Using the wrong power supply unit may damage the device. Wireless is OFF by default, to enable wireless follow the procedure "Wireless Settings" on page 29 of this user manual. ì Connect the power adapter cable to the POWER socket on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. ì Plug the power adapter into a mains socket. ì Switch on the device.
First steps Connecting wireless to the PC A wireless connection is made using a wireless network adapter that must be installed in your PC. This can be an 802.11g or 802.11b-compatible wireless network adapter. Owing to the superior range and the high data throughput, we recommend that you use the Gigaset PC Card 54 or the Gigaset USB Adapter 54. A wireless network is defined by assigning an identical SSID to all the devices.
First steps Checking the operating state Your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl is now ready for use. The LED displays on the front panel of the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl provide information about the operating state (see page 8). When the device is ready for use, the LEDs light up as follows: u The Power LED on the front lights up. u The ADSL LED flashes to indicate that the DSL connection is being synchronised. Once this process is complete, the ADSL LED lights up permanently.
First steps Configuring the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl You can now make the basic settings for Internet access using the browser-based configuration user interface of the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl which can be operated via your Internet browser (page 24). In addition, the user interface provides detailed status information on operation and configuration and offers helpful administration options. These are described in the chapters "Status information" on page 20 and "Administration" on page 39.
The user interface The user interface You can now use the browser-based user interface for the configuration of the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl or to get information on the configuration and operation. As Internet browser we recommend Microsoft Internet Explorer V 6.0 or higher, or Mozilla Firefox V 1.0 or higher. Note: To start the configuration environment, you may need to deactivate the HTTP proxy for your browser.
The user interface The configuration program ends automatically if no entry is made within a time period of 10 minutes. Note: u For security reasons you should change the predefined password at a later stage. u You can set up more user IDs and assign passwords via the user interface. For information on how to set up new user IDs and change the predefined password see section "Management" on page 39.
Status information Elements in the user interface The user interface screens contain the following buttons: Transfers the settings you have made to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl configuration. Deletes all the entries on a screen since the last time you clicked Save Settings. Click the help link to display explanations about the current user interface screen. Other buttons may be displayed depending on the function in question. These are explained in the relevant sections.
Status information Internet The Internet page shows information about the configuration of the Internet connection(s). ì In the Status menu, select Internet. Internet Status PVC Connection Select the virtual connection (PVC), for which the following information should be displayed. Three PVCs have been configured. Modification of the factory configuration for these PVCs can result in loss of service (see page 25). Internet Connection Type Connection type of the selected connection (see page 25).
Status information Local Network The Local Network page shows information about the local network settings. ì In the Status menu, select Local Network. MAC Address Local MAC address of the device’s LAN interface. IP Address Local IP address of the device. LAN Subnet Mask Subnet mask used in the local network. DHCP Server Shows if the DHCP server of the device is enabled or disabled. Start IP Address First IP address in the IP range which can be assigned to a client by the DHCP server.
Status information SSID Wireless network ID (see page 29). Allowed Channels Channels which are allowed for wireless communication Current Channel Radio channel that is currently being used for data transfer in the wireless network. Transmit Rate Transmission rate currently set. Max Frame Burst Maximum time, in microseconds, that the device transmits IEEE 802.11g wireless traffic only.
Basic configuration Basic configuration The Setup menu contains all the functions required for setting up your device for connection to the Internet and for establishing your local network. Basic Setup Set up the Internet connection for one or more virtual connections (see below). Local Network Define the basic settings for the local network and configure the DHCP server (see page 24). Basic Setup The Basic Setup page shows the current Internet configuration of your device.
Basic configuration PVC selection The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl allows you to configure different virtual connections (called PVC) which can share the same physical connection (DSL) at the same time. For each connection the access data of your Internet service provider is required. If a PVC is configured it cannot be changed. If required, you can change the User name and the associated Password for the connection.
Basic configuration Configuring connections You can configure a PPPoA or PPPoE connection or a Bridge connection according to the RFC 2684. ì If you want to configure an additonal connection, select empty from the PVC selection option menu. ì You have to specify the Internet Connection Type, so that the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl works correctly with your ISP's equipment. ì Enter the data required according to the Internet Connection Type you have chosen. ì Click Save Settings to apply your settings.
Basic configuration Defining the private IP address for the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl On this screen you can change the device's Private IP address. The preset IP address is 192.168.254.254. This is the address under which the device can be reached in the local network. It can be freely assigned from the block of available addresses. The IP address under which the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl can be reached from outside is assigned by your Internet service provider.
Basic configuration ì Select YES for Use Default Range if you want the device to assign IP addresses in the range 1-254 (if the router’s IP address is 192.168.254.254 the addresses from 192.198.254.1 - 192.198.254.253 are used). ì Select NO for Use Default Range and define the range of IP addresses the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl should use to automatically assign IP addresses to the PCs. Define the Start IP Address and the End IP Address.
Advanced configuration Advanced configuration Wireless Settings If you have implemented wireless PC communication via the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl, you should improve the security of your wireless network via the Wireless menu. You can carry out the following functions: Basic Wireless Settings Activate or deactivate the wireless module of the device and specify basic settings for your wireless network, for example SSID or Wireless Channel (see below).
Advanced configuration Wireless Network Name (SSID) For the wireless network components to be able to communicate with one another, they must use the same SSID (Service Set Identifier). You can change the preset SSID if required and for security reasons you can deactivate SSID broadcast. ì Enter a character string of your choice. The SSID is case-sensitive. It can contain up to 32 characters. Use a combination of letters, digits and special characters.
Advanced configuration Wireless Security For your security data transmission in your wireless network should be encrypted to ensure that access to your wireless network is only granted to authenticated clients. Note: If you change the encryption, wirelessly connected clients are disconnected until you update the security setting on the wireless network adapters again.
Advanced configuration WEP encryption If WPA is not supported by all components in your wireless network, we recommend that you activate WEP Encryption on the components. You can choose either the standard 64-bit key or the more robust 128-bit key. The keys are generated in hexadecimal format. You must use the same keys for encryption and decryption for the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl and all your wireless network adapters. ì Select WEP from the Security Mode option menu.
Advanced configuration ì Select one of the four keys as the Default Transmit Key. This is the key which should currently be used for encryption. Note: u It is very important that you make a note of the key(s) that have been entered or generated. You will need this information to configure the wireless network adapters properly.
Advanced configuration Access Restrictions The Access Restrictions function allows you to define rules for blocking access to the Internet for various services and for one or more PCs. You can permit or block access to URLs at certain times. ì In the Access Restrictions menu, select Internet Access.
Advanced configuration IP Filters In the IP filter list you can add the PCs for which access should be restricted. ì Select the add box to activate the fields in a row to create a new entry. ì In the Host IP Address field, enter the IP address of the respective PC. How to find out the IP addresses of the individual PCs is described in chapter "Local network configuration" on page 45.
Advanced configuration URL Filters The URL filter allows you to block or allow access to specific Internet domains. ì Select the add box to activate the fields in a row to create a new entry. ì Enter the URL of the domain to be blocked or allowed in the Domain Filter field. The domain is blocked or allowed including all subdomains. ì In the Start Time(hh:mm:ss) and End Time(hh:mm:ss) fields you can define a time period for which the domain filter should apply.
Advanced configuration You can use the NAT settings to configure the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl to carry out the following tasks: u Set up the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl as a virtual server by configuring Port Forward- ing (see below). u Open the NAT firewall for a selected PC (page 38). Port Forwarding If you configure Port Forwarding, the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl outwardly assumes the role of the server.
Advanced configuration ì Enter the IP address of the PC that provides the service in the Local IP field. How to find out the IP addresses of the individual PCs is described in chapter "Local network configuration" on page 45. Example: The Web server has been configured to react to requests on port 8080. However, the requests from web sites enter the Web server via port 80 (standard value).
Administration Administration The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl user interface includes several helpful functions for administering your device. Management provides functions to enable or restrict access to the configuration user interface (see below). Log displays logged information about the operation (page 41). Factory Defaults allows you to reset the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl to the factory settings (page 42). Firmware Upgrade allows you to update the firmware of the device (page 43).
Administration Authentication To access the configuration user interface of your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl users must login with a user ID and an assigned password. The existing user IDs are shown in the authentication list. You can change the preset password for the default user admin here. Creating a new user ID ì To create a new user click on Add New User. ì Enter a Username and a Password for the new user. ì Enter a Comment which makes it easier to identify the user.
Administration Remote Management You can decide if remote access to the configuration user interface of your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl is to be enabled or not. It is disabled by default. The port number a remote user will have to enter in the browser’s address bar for remote management is 80. This means that, if the router’s public IP address is for example 12.34.56.78, the user will have to type http://12.34.56.78:80 into the browser's address bar to access the user interface of the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl.
Administration ì Specify which information is to be displayed from the option menu. You can choose between the following levels: All events All events are displayed. Configuration errors Only configuration errors are displayed. Syslog messages All events contained in the system log are displayed. ì Click Refresh to display the desired information. ì Click Clear to remove logged information from the screen and delete it from the device's memory.
Administration Firmware Upgrade If your Internet service provider releases a new version of the firmware, you can update the firmware of the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. To do this you must first download the new firmware onto your PC. ì In the Administration menu, select Firmware Upgrade. ì In the text field, enter the file with the new firmware that you have downloaded from the Internet or click Browse to search for the file in your PC's file system. ì Click Upgrade. The firmware will now be updated.
Administration Configuration Management When the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl has been configured, it is recommended that you back up the settings. This means you can restore the settings at any time if they are accidentally deleted or overwritten. ì In the Administration menu, select: Config Management. Backing up configuration data ì Click Backup to start saving. You can then set the location in which the backup file is to be saved in a file selection window.
Local network configuration Local network configuration Modern computers running Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000 or Mac OS X operating systems are usually already configured on delivery to operate without difficulty in a wired local network (Ethernet/LAN) or wireless network (WLAN). The connection to a router or access point is established automatically in this case.
Local network configuration Information on assigning static IP addresses You define the private IP addresses for the computers in your local network yourself. Addresses from an address block reserved for private use should be used. This is the address block 192.168.1.1 - 192.168.254.254 Example: PC 1: 192.168.1.2 PC 2: 192.168.1.3 etc. Please remember: The IP addresses you can assign also depend on the subnet mask for your network.
Local network configuration Setting up a wireless network A wireless network connection is made using a wireless adapter that must be installed on your computer. You may first have to connect a wireless adapter to your notebook or your computer. For example, this can be a Gigaset USB Adapter, a Gigaset USB Stick or a Gigaset PC Card, but also a different IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g or 802.11b-compatible wireless adapter.
Local network configuration Windows Vista ì Click the network symbol in the status area of the taskbar to display the wireless networks in the current environment. ì Click Connect or disconnect. A list of all available wired and wireless networks (WLANs) is displayed (see page 48). Note: The automatic wireless configuration service must be started so that Windows can display and manage wireless networks.
Local network configuration An example for Windows Vista is given below. ì To sign your computer on to your own wireless network, double-click the name (SSID) of your network. If encryption is defined on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl, you will be asked to type in the key entered there (WEP key or Pre-Shared Key). ì Enter the appropriate key. ì Click Connect. The wireless connection is established automatically.
Local network configuration Mac OS X If Mac OS X receives signals of wireless networks in the current environment this will be indicated by the symbol for the wireless network connection in the status area of the menu bar. If Mac OS X sees wireless networks without security settings in the current environment, a message appears after booting the computer stating that you can connect your computer to an open network.
Local network configuration Network configuration with Windows Vista Showing networks You can view the available networks by clicking the icon on the taskbar. ì Click the icon. Networks that are currently connected are displayed. ì Click Network and Sharing Center.
Local network configuration An overview of your PC's network connections are displayed in the Network and Sharing Center. You can start all actions for your network configuration from here. Changing the settings for IP addresses The IP addressing settings can be checked and modified as follows: ì Click View status next to the network connection used to connect your PC to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. ì Click Properties. ì Choose the entry Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click Properties again.
Local network configuration Obtaining an IP address automatically If the DHCP server of your router/access point is active and the PC is to obtain its IP address automatically, the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically options must be activated. ì Check whether these options are selected and mark them if necessary. ì Click OK and close the following windows with OK to save your network configuration.
Local network configuration Selecting a computer name and workgroup Your PC is assigned a name during installation and assigned to the default workgroup WORKGROUP. To change the name or the workgroup assignment, you have to: ì Click Start - Control Panel – System and Maintenance. ì Click the entry Show computer name under System. The name of the PC and its workgroup are displayed in the window. ì Click Change settings.
Local network configuration Network configuration with Windows XP Note: The names of the menu items may differ slightly from one version of Windows XP to another. However, the configuration settings described below generally apply. Showing networks ì Click Start – Control Panel and select Network Connections or ì Click the network icon in the status area of the taskbar. The configured networks are displayed.
Local network configuration Changing the settings for IP addresses The IP addressing settings can be checked and modified as follows: ì Double-click the wireless network or local area connection used to connect your PC to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. The status window for the connection is opened. ì Click Properties. ì Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Local network configuration Obtaining an IP address automatically If the DHCP server of your router/access point is active and the PC is to obtain its IP address automatically, the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically options must be activated. ì Check whether these options are selected and mark them if necessary. ì Click OK and close the following windows with OK to save your network configuration.
Local network configuration Selecting a computer name and workgroup Your PC is assigned a name during installation and assigned to the default workgroup WORKGROUP. To change the name or the workgroup assignment, you have to: ì Click Start - Control Panel – System. ì Select the Computer Name tab. The name of the PC and its workgroup are displayed in the window. ì You can enter a description for the PC in the Computer description field on the Computer Name tab. You do not have to fill in this field however.
Local network configuration Changing the settings for IP addresses The IP addressing settings can be checked and modified as follows: ì Double-click the wireless network or local area connection used to connect your PC to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. The status window for the connection is opened. ì Click Properties. ì Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
Local network configuration Obtaining an IP address automatically If the DHCP server of your router/access point is active and the PC is to obtain its IP address automatically, the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically options must be activated. ì Check whether these options are selected and mark them if necessary. ì Click OK and close the following windows with OK to save your network configuration.
Local network configuration Selecting a computer name and workgroup Your PC is assigned a name during installation and assigned to the default workgroup WORKGROUP. To change the name or the workgroup assignment, you have to: ì Click Start – Settings – Control Panel – System. ì Select the Network Identification tab and click Properties. ì In the Computer Name field, enter the name the PC is to appear under in the network. This name must be unique within the network.
Local network configuration ì Select Client as the network component type and click Add. ì Under Manufacturers select Microsoft and under Network Clients select Client for Microsoft Networks. ì Confirm this with OK. Selecting a computer name and workgroup You now have to specify a name for the PC and assign it to a workgroup. ì In the Network window, change from the Configuration tab to Identification. ì In the Computer Name field, enter the name the PC is to appear under in the network.
Local network configuration Installing the TCP/IP protocol The TCP/IP protocol ensures that the PCs in the network can communicate with each other. You must first install this protocol for the network adapter that establishes the connection with the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. ì In the Network window, change from the Identification tab to Configuration. ì In the Network window, check that there is a TCP/IP -> entry for your network card or network adapter in the list of components.
Local network configuration Making TCP/IP settings The TCP/IP protocol requires certain settings, which you should now make so that it can function smoothly. ì In the Network window, change to the Configuration tab. ì Select the TCP/IP entry for your network card. ì Click Properties. ì Open the IP Address tab.
Local network configuration Obtaining an IP address automatically ì If Obtain an IP address automatically has been activated, your PC is already configured for DHCP. Click Cancel and close the following windows with OK to start your network configuration. You may be prompted to insert your Windows installation CD. Follow the instructions in the installation procedure. Once the copying procedure is completed, you will be prompted to reboot your system. ì Click Yes.
Local network configuration ì Click OK. ì Finish the network configuration with OK. You may be prompted to insert your Windows installation CD. Follow the instructions in the installation procedure. Once the copying procedure is completed, you will be prompted to reboot your system. ì Click Yes. The PC will then be shut down and rebooted.
Local network configuration Network configuration with Mac OS X Showing networks To configure your network click the apple icon and choose System Preferences. on the left side of the menu bar ì Choose Network. ì Choose from the list Show the option AirPort, if your Mac is connected wirelessly to the network and choose the option Built-in Ethernet if your Mac is connected via cable. You can start all actions for your network configuration from here.
Local network configuration Changing the settings for IP addresses The IP addressing settings can be checked and modified as follows: Obtaining an IP address automatically If the DHCP server of your router/access point is active and your Mac is to obtain its IP address automatically, you must choose the option DHCP from the Configure IPv4 list. ì Check whether this option is selected and select it if necessary. ì Click Apply Now to save your network configuration.
Local network configuration Assigning an IP address statically If the DHCP server of your router/access point is not active or your Mac is to be assigned a static IP address for other reasons, the following settings must be made: ì ì ì ì ì ì ì ì Select the tab TCP/IP. Choose the option Manually from the Configure IPv4 list. Enter the IP address for your Mac in the IP Address field. Enter the subnet mask to be used in your network in the Subnet Mask field.
Local network configuration Synchronising TCP/IP settings If you have made changes to the network configuration on your computer or have connected it to a different Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl, you may have to release the old TCP/IP settings and synchronise them with the settings for your router/access point. The software for your wireless adapter normally provides synchronisation functions. If this is not the case, you can use the following Windows operating system resources.
Local network configuration If the default IP address of the router/access point (192.168.254.254) was not changed, the IP address should now read 192.168.254.x (with x being a number between 1 and 253). The Subnet Mask must always be the same as that set on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl (normally 255.255.255.0) and the Default Gateway must have the IP address of the router/access point (192.168.254.254). These values confirm that your Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl is working.
Local network configuration ì Select your network adapter from the selection list. ì Click Release and then Renew. If the default IP address of the router/access point (192.168.254.254) was not changed, the IP address should now read 192.168.254.x (with x being a number between 1 and 253). The Subnet Mask must always be the same as that set on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl (normally 255.255.255.0) and the Default Gateway must have the IP address of the router/access point (192.168.254.254).
Local network configuration Mac OS X ì Click the Apple icon on the left side of the menu bar and choose System Preferences. ì Choose Network. ì Choose from the list Show the option AirPort, if your Mac is connected wirelessly to the network and choose the option Built-in Ethernet if your Mac is connected via cable. ì Select the tab TCP/IP. ì Click the option Renew DHCP Lease. If the default IP address of the router/access point (192.168.254.254) was not changed, the IP address should now read 192.168.
Local network configuration Checking the connection to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl Once the network has been set up on your computer, you can check whether the computer is correctly connected to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. This can be done as follows: Windows operating systems ì Open Command Prompt. To do this click Start – All Programs – Accessories – Command Prompt. Mac OS X ì Open the Terminal. Then open a Finder window and open Applications. Choose the folder Utilities and double-click the Terminal.
Local network configuration Establishing the IP and MAC addresses in the network You will need the IP address or the MAC address of the relevant computers for some of the settings. The MAC address (Media Access Control) is used for the globally unique identification of a network adapter. It comprises six parts (hex digits), e. g. 00-90-96-34-00-1A. With many components, you will find the MAC address on the nameplate of the device.
Local network configuration Mac OS X This is how you determine the IP and MAC address of Macs: ì ì ì ì Click the Apple icon on the left side of the menu bar . Click System Preferences. Click Network. Choose from the list Show the option Built-in Ethernet if your Mac is connected to the network by wire. Select the tab TCP/IP. You will find the IP Address in the IP Address field. To identify the Mac Address select the tab Ethernet. You will find the Mac Address in the Ethernet ID field.
Appendix Appendix Troubleshooting This section describes common problems and their solutions. The Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl is easy to monitor thanks to its LED displays. Problems can be quickly identified. If you cannot solve connection problems after checking the LED displays, please consult the other sections shown in the following table. Symptom Possible cause and remedial actions Power lamp does not light up. No power supply.
Appendix Symptom Possible cause and remedial actions You cannot open a con- The wireless network adapter is not using the correct SSID. nection from a wireless ì Connect the wireless clients to the wireless network device to the Gigaset with the correct SSID. SE587 WLAN dsl. Encryption is possibly enabled on the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl but not on the wireless network adapter, or it is not using the correct key, or it is using another type of encryption.
Appendix Symptom Possible cause and remedial actions No connection to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl's configuration interface. ì Use the ping command to check whether you can establish a network connection to the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. ì Check the network cable between the PC you want to use to manage the device and the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl. ì If the PC you want to use is in the router's local network, make sure that you are using the correct IP address administration (see above).
Appendix Specifications Interfaces 1 DSL modem RJ11, ITU G.992.5, Annex A 4 LAN RJ45, 10Base-T/100Base-TX, Autosensing, MDI/MDIX WLAN IEEE 802.11g Wireless properties Frequency range 2,400 to 2,484 GHz ISM band Number of channels 13 Transmission rate IEEE 802.11b: up to 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11g: up to 54 Mbps Range approx.
Glossary Glossary Access point An access point, such as the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl, is the centre of a wireless local network (WLAN). It handles the connection of the wireless linked network components and regulates data traffic in the wireless network. The access point also serves as an interface to other networks, for example an existing Ethernet LAN or via a modem to the Internet. The operating mode of wireless networks with an access point is called Infrastructure mode.
Glossary BSSID Basic Service Set ID BSSID permits unique differentiation of one wireless network (WLAN) from another. In Infrastructure mode, the BSSID is the MAC address of the Access point. In wireless networks in Ad-hoc mode, the BSSID is the MAC address of any one of the participants. Client A client is an application that requests a service from a server. For example, an HTTP client on a PC in a local network requests data, i.e. Web pages from an HTTP server on the Internet.
Glossary DNS Domain Name System DNS permits the assignment of IP addresses to computers or Domain names that are easier to remember. A DNS server must administer this information for each LAN with an Internet connection. As soon as a page on the Internet is called up, the browser obtains the corresponding IP address from the DNS server so that it can establish the connection. On the Internet, the assignment of domain names to IP addresses follows a hierarchical system.
Glossary DynDNS Dynamic DNS The assignment of Domain names and IP addresses is handled by the Domain Name Service (DNS). This service is now enhanced with so-called Dynamic DNS (DynDNS) for Dynamic IP addresses. This enables the use of a network component with a dynamic IP address as a Server on the Internet. DynDNS ensures that a service can always be addressed on the Internet under the same domain name regardless of the current IP address.
Glossary Half duplex Operating mode for data transmission. Only one side can send and/or receive data at the same time. See also: Full duplex HTTP proxy An HTTP proxy is a Server that network components use for their Internet traffic. All requests are sent via the proxy. Hub A hub connects several network components in a star-topology network by sending all the data it receives from one network component to all the other network components.
Glossary Internet The Internet is a wide-area network (WAN) linking several million users around the world. A number of Protocols have been created for exchanging data, and these are known collectively as TCP/IP protocol stack. All participants on the Internet can be identified by an IP address. Servers are addressed by Domain names (e.g. siemens.com). Domain names are assigned to IP addresses by the Domain Name Service (DNS).
Glossary ISP See Internet service provider LAN Local network A local area network (or local network) links network components so that they can exchange data and share resources. The physical range is restricted to a particular area (a site). As a rule the users and operators are identical. A local network can be connected to other local networks or to a wide-area network (WAN) such as the Internet. With the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl you can set up a wired local Ethernet network and a wireless IEEE 802.
Glossary NAT Network Address Translation NAT is a method for converting IP addresses (Private IP addresses) within a network into one or several Public IP addresses on the Internet. With NAT, several network components in a LAN can share the router's public IP address to connect to the Internet. The network components of the local network are hidden behind the router's IP address registered on the Internet. Because of this security function, NAT is frequently used as part of the Firewall of a network.
Glossary PPPoA Point-to-Point Protocol over ATM PPPoA is a Protocol for connecting network components in a local Ethernet network to the Internet via an ATM network. PPPoE Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet PPPoE is a Protocol for connecting network components in a local Ethernet network to the Internet via a modem. Private IP address The private IP address (also known as the local IP address) is a network component's address within the local network (LAN).
Glossary Roaming Roaming extends the range of a wireless LAN by using several Access points that use the same SSID and the same radio channel and are linked via Ethernet. The PCs in the network can switch dynamically between several access points without losing the existing network connection. Router A router directs data packets from one local network (LAN) to another via the fastest route. A router makes it possible to connect networks that have different network technologies.
Glossary Subnet mask The subnet mask determines how many parts of IP addresses of a network represent the network number and how many parts the computer number. If the subnet mask is in a network that is administered by the Gigaset SE587 WLAN dsl, for example 255.255.255.0, the first three parts of the IP address form the network number and only the final part can be used for assigning host numbers. The first three parts of the IP address of all network components are therefore always the same in this case.
Glossary UPnP Universal Plug and Play UPnP technology is used for the spontaneous linking of home or small office networks. Devices that support UPnP carry out their network configuration automatically once they are connected to a network. They also provide their own services or use services of other devices in the network automatically. URL Universal Resource Locator Globally unique address of a domain on the Internet. VCI Virtual Channel Identifier Part of an address in an ATM network.
Glossary WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a security protocol defined in the IEEE 802.11 standard. It is used to protect wireless transmissions in a WLAN against unauthorized access through Encryption of the data transmitted. WLAN Wireless LAN Wireless LANs enable network components to communicate with a network using radio waves as the transport medium. A wireless LAN can be connected as an extension to a wired LAN or it can form the basis for a new network.
Index Index Numerics 10/100 Mbps switch port . . . . . . . . . . . 7 128-bit key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 64-bit key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 802.11b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 802.11g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 A Access point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Access restriction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Address block for IP addresses . . . 27, 46 Ad-hoc mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index DoS attack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DSL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dynamic DNS see DynDNS Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, see DHCP Dynamic IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DynDNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 83 83 84 E Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 84 WEP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Entering the gateway Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index IP address, assigning statically Mac OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IP filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IP protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ipconfig / release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ipconfig /all . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ipconfig /renew . . . .
Index Power supply unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 PPPoA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 PPPoE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Predefined application . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Pre-shared key . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 49, 50 Private IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Problem solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Protocol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Public IP address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 PVC . . . . . . . . . .
Index Universal Resource Locator see URL UPnP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 92 URL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 URL filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 User Datagram Protocol see UDP User ID creating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 User interface elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 functions . . . . . . . . . .
Federal Communication Commission Interference 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.
