Advanced Wireless 11g Router User Guide
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide FCC Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rule. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This Advanced Wireless 11g Router has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Manufacturer’s Disclaimer State The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of vendor. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to the quality, accuracy or fitness for any particular prupose of this document.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Table of Contents FCC INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ............................................................................................................. II CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY: ....................................................................................................... II MANUFACTURER’S DISCLAIMER STATE.................................................................................................III INTRODUCTION..................................
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide CHAPTER 5: MACINTOSH SETUP ............................................................................................................... 32 5-1 HARDWARE CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................................... 32 5-2 COMPUTER NETWORK CONFIGURATION .....................................................................................................
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this Advanced Wireless 11g Router. This router is the perfect design product combining wireless and Ethernet network technology together. Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11g wireless standard, this device not only allows you to take advantage of mobility, but also to have fast Ethernet connection with built-in four 10/100 auto-sensing switch Ethernet ports.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 3: Internet Access This chapter describes the steps for the basic configuration and start up of the Advanced Wireless 11g Router. Chapter 4: Advanced Applications This chapter describes how to configure advanced functions in order to get the most from your Advanced Wireless 11g Router. Chapter 5: Macintosh Setup This Chapter provides instructions on how to set up your Macintosh computers in your network.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 1: Getting to know your Advanced Wireless 11g Router This chapter describes the package contents and provides a list of features and application illustrations of the Advanced Wireless 11g Router. 1-1 About The Advanced Wireless 11g Router The Advanced Wireless 11g Router is a hybrid design product which combines Ethernet technology and wireless access into a single stand-alone unit. The device allows you take advantages of both mobility and fast connection.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide “Infrastructure” network as Wireless LANs. Each wireless LAN PC within the range of the access point can communicate with other wireless LAN PCs within the range. 1-2 Contents of the Advanced Wireless 11g Router Package After carefully unpacking the shipping carton, check the contents listed below. 1. Advanced Wireless 11g Router. 2. Power Adapter. 3.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Supports DHCP client to receive both a dynamic IP Address and a fixed IP Address from ISP. Built-in DHCP server to automatically assign and manage LAN IP addresses. Allow administrators to block specific internal users from accessing specified applications or services. Allows external Internet users to access information from the internal target host by setting the Virtual Server.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 2: Hardware Installation & Setup This chapter provides information about your Advanced Wireless 11g Router’s physical features and gives step-by-step installation instructions. 2-1 Rear Panel & Connections The following figure shows the rear view of the Advanced Wireless 11g Router and illustrates how the cables connect to the interfaces on the rear panel.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Power: Green Steady on when power is on. DMZ: Green Steady on when dedicated DMZ port is enabled. Diag: Red Lights up during system checking connections and internal operation when the power is first switched on. If the device works properly, the light should switch off automatically. Wireless LAN Enable: Green Steady on when AP (Access Point) is ready. Activity: Blinking when data is flowing through AP.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Select the “Configuration” tab. Note: For Windows 2000 & Windows XP Setting Click the “Local Area Connection” icon on the lower right hand side of your desktop screen. In the “Local Area Connection Status” window, click the “Properties” button then your Network window will appear.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide There is only one tab, “General”, in the Network window. 2. Check whether the TCP/IP Protocol has already been installed onto your computer’s Ethernet card. Note that TCP/IP Protocol can be installed for a computer’s Dial-Up Adapter as well as for the Ethernet card. - If yes, go to step 7. - If no, click the “Add” button. 3. Double-click “Protocol” in the Select Network Component Type or highlight “Protocol” then click “Add”.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide 4. Highlight “Microsoft” under the list of manufacturers. Double-click “TCP/IP” from the list on the right or highlight “TCP/IP” then click “OK” to install TCP/IP. 5. After a few seconds, you will be returned to the Network window. The TCP/IP Protocol should now be on the list of installed network components (see 2 above). 6. Click the “Properties” button. The TCP/IP Properties window consists of several tabs. Choose the “IP Address” tab. 7.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Fixed IP Addresses Configuration Fixed IP addresses may be assigned to network devices for many reasons, such as the server PCs or printers which are consistently accessed by multiple users. To set up computers with fixed IP Addresses, go to the “IP Address” tab of the “TCP/IP Properties” window as shown above. Select “Specify an IP address” and enter “192.168.1.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Click on the “DNS Configuration” tab and select “Enable DNS”. Enter the “DNS IP Address” obtained from your ISP in the “Server Search Order” location. Then click the “Add” button. Click on the “Gateway” tab and enter the Advanced Wireless 11g Router’s default gateway value 192.168.1.1 in the “New gateway” field, then click “Add” Botton. Click “OK”. Restart your PC to complete the TCP/IP installation.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 3: Internet Access This chapter describes the procedures necessary to configure the basic functions and begin using your Advanced Wireless 11g Router. If you follow these procedures correctly, there should be no problem in accessing the Internet via your Advanced Wireless 11g Router.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide 3-3 Initial Configuration – Setup The “OnePage Setup” screen is the first screen you will see when you access the Utility. If the router has already been successfully installed and set up, this screen’s values will already be properly configured. Host Name This entry is required by certain ISPs. Domain Name This entry is required by certain ISPs. Private IP Address The “Device IP Address” and “Subnet Mask” of the router are used by the internal LAN.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Check “Disable”, “Mixed” or “G-only” to make the wireless LAN function active or select to support 11b/11g mixed mode or 11g only. SSID As the acronym for Service Set Identifier, ESSID is the unique name shared among all clients and Wireless Broadband Router in a same wireless network. The ESSID must be identical for all points and must not exceed 32 characters.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Click “Apply” after making any changes. WAN Connection Type There are four options for WAN connection types, Obtain IP automatically, Static IP, PPPoE, and PPTP. The connection type you need to choose is dependent upon the settings assigned by your ISP. Which connection type you need to choose may differ from ISPs as well as the service you applied for. It depends on your ISP’s assignment.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Specify WAN IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask values provided by your ISP. Default Gateway IP Address Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway IP Address. Domain Name Server (DNS) Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS IP Address. Multiple DNS IP settings are common. The first available DNS entry is used in most cases. PPPoE PPPoE is a dial-up connection type provided by some ISPs.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide (end-user side) and DSLAM (ISP side). If your ISP uses PPTP to establish the connection, you should select this item and follow the steps below. Specify WAN IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. If your ISP provides you an Alcatel Speed TouchTM modem, it is suggested that you enter 10.0.0.150 in this column. Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask values provided by your ISP.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 4: Advanced Applications This chapter provides information on how to set up and use the advanced functions of your Advanced Wireless 11g Router. 4-1 DHCP Configuration A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server can automatically assign IP Addresses to each computer in your network. Unless you already have one in you LAN, it is highly recommended that you set your router to act as a DHCP server.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Click “Apply” after making any changes. 4-2 Access Control The Access Control feature allows administrators to block certain users from accessing the Internet or specific applications. Before using this function, the network PCs which you want to control the access limitation should be assigned fixed IP Addresses.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide access. Port Range Enter the range of port numbers which are used by the applications you wish to be blocked. Click “Apply” after making any changes. 4-3 Virtual Server Settings The Virtual Server Settings application allows you to set up a maximum of ten public services that can be accessed by external users of the Internet, such as a Web Address, Email, FTP etc.. Each service is provided by a dedicated network computer (server) configured with a fixed IP Address.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide you are not sure which one to select, choose “Both”. A selection of well-known service port numbers is provided on this screen. Redirect IP Address Enter the appropriate IP Addresses of the service computers in the “Redirect IP Address” locations. Example: If the service port number 80~80 (representing an HTTP web address) is entered in “Ports” and 192.168.1.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Neighborhood. 1. Before setting up a LAN PC to act as a DMZ Host, you should configure it using a fixed IP Address. 2. In the “One Page Setup” screen, ensure the Private IP Address is set to the Advanced Wireless 11g Router’s default setting of 192.168.1.1. In the Public IP Address area, select “Specify an IP Address”, and then enter the IP Address and other necessary information provided by your ISP. 3.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Firmware Version This field shows the installed version of the firmware. Administrator Password Enter the password you want to use into the “Password Change” field and re-enter it into the “Password Confirm” field for confirmation. Be sure that the password is less than 64 characters long and without any special characters or spaces. WAN MAC Change The WAN MAC address can be changed from the original values if necessary.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide read-only. Login This column shows the login information of PPPoE or PPTP. You can manually initiate the connection or make a disconnection by clicking the appropriate buttons. Be aware that, if you make a disconnection here, “Connect-on- demand” will not function until the connection button is clicked. Note that “Login” won’t show any information if you selected “Obtain IP automatically” or “Static IP” on the OnePage Setup page.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide DHCP Clients Table If the router is setup to act as a DHCP server, the LAN side IP Address distribution table will appear by clicking this button. 4-7 Dynamic Routing The Dynamic Routing feature allows your Advanced Wireless 11g Router to exchange routing information with other routers in the network. Enabling this feature is likely to enhance performance of your Advanced Wireless 11g Router.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide In the above diagram, PC2 in LAN#2 is connected to the Advanced Wireless 11g Router via another router while PC1 in LAN#1 is connected to the Advanced Wireless 11g Router directly. Without configuring the Static Routing function, the two PCs would not be able to communicate with each other. Select Route entry Select the route entry number from 1 to 20 that you wish to configure.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide side and choose WAN if the Destination LAN is on the Router’s WAN side. Referring back to the above diagram, with the proper settings, PC1 would be able to access LAN 1, LAN 2 and the Internet while PC2 can only access LAN 2, LAN1. Click “Apply” after making any changes. 4-9 Log The Log application provides the administrator with the ability to trace Internet connection.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Address Automatically”, “PPPoE”, or “PPTP” with dynamic IP address assigned by ISP, it will cause an error when you set up the public computer servers in your LAN side PCs. Internet users may not be able to reach your servers because your WAN side IP address may change each time you initiate the connection to your ISP. The DDNS function will help to map your IP address to your domain name when your ISP assigns a new dynamic IP Address.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide 4-11 Wireless This setting page allows you to configure advanced wireless functions. To set those items needs more technology background. Unless you really understand those technical terms, it would be better to leave them as default setting. Beacon Interval It’s the signal sent periodically by wireless access point to provide synchronization among the stations in wireless LAN. RTS Threshold RTS packet is use to account for potential hidden stations.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Address Filter List” to access Internet. Select “Permit” to allow the wireless nodes listed on the “MAC Address Filter List” to access Internet. Click “Edit MAC Filter Setting” button to open the MAC address edit table. Wireless MAC Entry There are 40 entries in this table. Enter the MAC addresses of the computers you wish to allow or block in the columns. Click Apply after making any changes.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 5: Macintosh Setup This chapter provides information on using Macintosh computers in your network. The instructions given here are for system software version 8.0 or above, which comes with the TCP/IP Protocol preloaded and supports DHCP Addressing. 5-1 Hardware Connections Connect your Macintosh computer to your Advanced Wireless 11g Router. If you have a newer computer, there will be a Ethernet port on the back.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide - In the “IP Address” location, enter the IP Address that you want to assign to the computer. (see the notes on Fixed IP Addresses 2-4 above). - Enter “255.255.255.0” in the “Subnet Mask” location. Enter “192.168.1.1” (the Advanced Wireless 11g Router’s default IP Address) in the “Router Address” location. Enter the ISP’s IP Address in the “Name Server” location if your ISP has provided the information. Close the window. - 4.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide 5. Click “Confirm”. TCP/IP is now configured for manual IP Addressing. 6. Configure your Advanced Wireless 11g Router (see 5.3 above).
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Chapter 6: Trouble Shooting This chapter provides solutions to problems you may encounter during installation and operation of your Advanced Wireless 11g Router. Hardware T: The Power LED is off. Check that the power cable is properly connected to the Advanced Wireless 11g Router, the power adapter and the socket. T: The LAN Link LED is off. Check that the computer, hub or switch is properly connected to the Advanced Wireless 11g Router.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Ensure that your PC is using an IP Address within the range 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254 and thus compatible with the Advanced Wireless 11g Router default IP address of 192.168.1.1 Finally, use the Ping command in MS-DOS mode to verify the network connection: Ping 127.0.0.1 to check the TCP/IP stack of your computer Ping gateway IP (Default: 192.168.1.1) to check the internal link of network.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Check whether other computers work. If they do, ensure the computer’s IP settings are correct (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address and DNS) (3-3). Check the Advanced Wireless 11g Router’s settings are correct (3-3).
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is the maximum number of IP Addresses the Advanced Wireless 11g Router can support? The Advanced Wireless 11g Router can support up to 253 IP Addresses in the range of 192.168.1.2~192.168.1.254. Q: Where should the Advanced Wireless 11g Router be installed on the network? In a typical environment, the Advanced Wireless 11g Router should be installed between the ADSL/Cable modem and your LAN.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide IP Addresses that Internet host can handle. Addressing systems using Domain name, like www.yahoo.com, is easier to use than an IP address, such as 204.71.177.70. Q: What operating systems does Advanced Wireless 11g Router series support? Advanced Wireless 11g Router uses standard TCP/IP protocol, it can be operated as long as you have the TCP/IP protocol installed in your operating system (For example: Windows 9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000, etc.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Appendix B: Technical Specifications Standards Compliance IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Appendix C: Glossary 10Base-T / 100Base-T The adaptation of the Ethernet standard for Local Area Networks (LANs). 10Base-T uses a twisted pair cable with maximum lengths of 100 meters and transmits data at 10Mbps maximum. 100Base-T is similar, but uses two different twisted pair configurations and transmits at 100Mbps maximun.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Cookie A Cookie is a piece of data stored on your PC that a web server can retrieve later to identify your machine. It is normally a text with ID number, but can include other information. DHCP DHCP, short for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, is a protocol for assigning dynamic IP Addresses to devices on a network. Dynamic Addressing means that a device can have a different IP Address each time it connects to the network.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Firewall A security system used to enforce an access control policy between an organisation’s networks and the Internet. IEEE Short for Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an organization best known for developing standards for the computer and electronics industry. Internet A global network connecting millions of computers for the exchange of data, news and opinions.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide connected in this way is called a wide area network (WAN) MAC Address Short for Media Access Control Address and in a hardware address that uniquely identifies each node of a network. NAT Short for Network Address Translation, a routing protocol that allows global IP Addresses to be translated into multiple private IP Addresses for use on internal LAN networks.
Broadband Wireless Router User Guide Router An Internet device that routes requests for information to other routers until the information’s location is found and the data can be transmitted back to the origin of the request. SPI SPI is an acronym for Stateful Packet Inspection. The SPI engine examines not just the headers of the packet, but also the packet contents, it can then determine more about the packet than just its source and destination information.
FCC CAUTION 1. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. 2. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment. .
