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SMC Networks Barricade SMC2804WBRP-G User Manual

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  • Page 2 SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 All rights reserved. Trademarks: SMC is a registered trademark; and Barricade is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 | Introduction Features and Benefits Package Contents Minimum Requirements CHAPTER 2 | Getting to know the Barricade g LED Indicators Resetting the Barricade g CHAPTER 3 | Getting Connected Basic Installation Procedure 3-click Installation Wizard CHAPTER 4 | Configuring your Computer Configuring Windows 95/98/Me Configuring Windows 2000...

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 | Introduction

    CHAPTER 1 | Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Barricade™ g Broadband Router with USB Print Server (SMC2804WBRP-G). SMC is proud to provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your local area network (LAN) to the Internet and sharing a USB printer on your network.

  • Page 5: Chapter 2 | Getting To Know The Barricade G

    CHAPTER 2 | Getting to Know the Barricade The SMC2804WBRP-G Barricade Cable/DSL Broadband Router is the perfect solution for the home/office environment. This full-featured router offers: • 1 - USB 1.1 Print Server port • 802.11g Wireless with Performance Enhancing Nitro™ Technology •...

  • Page 6: Chapter 3 | Getting Connected

    CHAPTER 3 | Getting Connected The SMC2804WBRP-G Barricade g Router with USB Print Server is connected between the Ethernet Broadband Modem and your computers, either wired or wireless. If you have more then one computer to connect, simply plug the other computers into the LAN ports on the back of the router or connect via a wireless signal.

  • Page 7: Chapter 4 | Configuring Your Computer

    CHAPTER 4 | Configuring your Computer The information outlined in this chapter will guide you through the configuration for the following Operating Systems: • Windows 95/98 • Windows Me • Windows 2000 • Windows XP • Apple Macintosh 4.1 | Configuring Windows 95/98/Me 1.

  • Page 8: Configuring Windows 2000

    5. From the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click the [Obtain an IP address automatically] option. 6. Next click on the [Gateway] tab and verify the Gateway field is blank. If there are IP addresses listed in the Gateway section, highlight each one and click [Remove] until the section is empty.

  • Page 9: Configuring Windows Xp

    4.3 | Configuring Windows XP The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If you are using the Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions), please follow the instructions for Windows 2000 outlined above. 1.

  • Page 10: Configuring A Macintosh Computer

    4.4 | Configuring a Macintosh Computer You may find that the instructions here do not exactly match your screen. This is because these steps and screenshots were created using Mac OS 8.5. Mac OS 7.x and above are all very similar, but may not be identical to Mac OS 8.5.

  • Page 11: Chapter 5 | Configuring The Barricade G

    CHAPTER 5 | Configuring the Barricade After you have configured TCP/IP on a client computer, use a web browser to configure the Barricade™ Broadband Router. The Barricade can be configured by any Java-supported browser including Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or above. Using the web management interface, you may configure the Barricade and view statistics to monitor network activity.

  • Page 12: Accessing The Barricade Management

    5.3 | Accessing the Barricade Management To access the Barricade’s web-based management screens, follow the steps below: 1. Launch your web-browser. NOTE: Your computer does not have to be ONLINE to configure the Barricade Router. 2. In the Address Bar, type: 3.

  • Page 13: Chapter 6 | Navigating The Web-Based Administration

    Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual CHAPTER 6 | Navigating the Web-based Administration The Barricade’s management interface features a Setup Wizard and an Advanced Setup section. Use the Setup Wizard if you want to quickly setup the Barricade for use with a cable modem or DSL modem.

  • Page 14: Chapter 7 | Setup Wizard

    Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual CHAPTER 7 | Setup Wizard Below is an outline of each option available from the Setup Wizard section. This wizard takes 3 steps to complete an ISP configuration. 7.1 | Step One: Time Zone The first step is to configure the Time Zone you are located in.
  • Page 15 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual PPPoE: This Internet connection method requires a username and password - typically used by xDSL Internet connections. PPTP: Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol is a common connection method used for xDSL connections in Europe. BigPond®: The BigPond Internet service is used in Australia and uses a Heartbeat client to stay online.

  • Page 16: Chapter 8| Advanced Setup

    Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual CHAPTER 8| Advanced Setup Below is an outline of the Advanced Setup section. This section is used to manually configure your ISP connection and also define the advanced system parameters, manage and control the Barricade and its ports, or monitor network conditions.
  • Page 17 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.1.2 | Password Settings Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. By default, the password is “smcadmin”. NOTE: Passwords can contain up to 9 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive. 8.1.3 | Remote Management This feature allows a remote PC to configure, manage, and monitor the Barricade using a standard web browser.
  • Page 18 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.1.4 | Syslog Server Use this feature to export Barricade Log information directly to a PC on your network. There are several shareware applications that you can use with this feature, such as the one available from www.kiwisoftware.com.
  • Page 19 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.2 | WAN In this section you will specify the Internet connection type that you are using, once you choose Internet option you are using click [More Configuration] button to enter detailed configuration parameters for the selected connection type.
  • Page 20 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.2.2 | PPPoE Some DSL ISPs require a username and password to get online. This type of connection method is called PPPoE or Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet. If you have been assigned a username and password from your ISP then you will use this Internet connection option.
  • Page 21 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.2.3 | PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the secure remote access over the Internet by simply dialing in a local point provided by an ISP. This Internet connection type is mostly used in Europe.
  • Page 22 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.2.4 | Static IP Address If your ISP has provided you with permanent IP Information, the you will use this option. IP Address: This is the IP Address assigned to you from your ISP. Subnet Mask: This is the Subnet Mask assigned to you from your ISP.
  • Page 23 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.2.6 | DNS The Domain Name Services is how the Internet translates domain or website names into Internet addresses (IP Address). Primary Server: This is the IP Address of the first DNS server will be used first to translate the website name into an IP Address.
  • Page 24 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.3 | LAN From this section, you can configure the Barricade g’s LAN interface and DHCP Server settings. LAN IP – IP Address: This is the IP Address of your Barricade Router. LAN IP –...
  • Page 25 8.4 | WIRELESS From this section, you can enable or disable the wireless mode, configure wireless settings, and enable or disable the wireless security features like WEP and WPA. 8.4.1 | Wireless Settings (SSID and Channel) In this section you can configure all the settings for your wireless network. SSID: This is Name of your wireless network.
  • Page 26 g Nitro: Leave this option enabled for improved performance with distance and throughput with your SMC 11g hardware. 8.4.2 | Wireless Security The Barricade g supports 3 modes of Wireless Security, including WPA, RADIUS, and WEP. These three modes are outlined in the following sections. •...
  • Page 27 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.4.3 | WEP WEP is a basic encryption method which is not as secure as WPA. However, for most home users, WEP is satisfactory. WEP Mode: The Barricade g supports 2 WEP modes, 64-bit and 128-bit. Passphrase: Use this tool to generate a key from a common phrase.
  • Page 28 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.4.4 | WPA Wireless Protected Access or WPA is the latest wireless security enhancement that increases the level of data protection for communicating over wireless networks. There are 2 modes of WPA, PSK (pre-shared key) or Radius (803.1.x).
  • Page 29 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.4.5 | Radius (802.1x) WEP or WPA can be used in coordination with a RADIUS server is connected to the Router or on the same Network. Session Idle Timeout: This is the time (in seconds) that a session will be inactive before terminating.
  • Page 30 8.5 | NAT From this section, you can configure the Virtual Server and Special Application features that provide control over the port openings in the router’s firewall. This section can be used to support several Internet based applications such as online games. 8.5.1 | Virtual Server The Virtual Server section allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications.
  • Page 31 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.5.2 | Special Applications This section allows you to configure dynamic port forwarding rules by using an outgoing trigger port. Trigger Port: Enter in the outgoing port that will be used to open the public ports Trigger Type: Choose the protocol type, TCP or UDP traffic.
  • Page 32 8.6 | Firewall The firewall does not significantly affect system performance, so we advise enabling it to protect your network users. To enable the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall, click on the [FIREWALL] link in the side navigation bar, select the [Enable] option and click the [SAVE SETTINGS] button. Once the Barricade g Firewall is enabled, you will have be able to access several other features, including: •...
  • Page 33 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.1 | Access Control Using this option allows you to specify different privileges for the client PCs. This is an excellent tool to control a child’s access to specific content and/or general internet access for a specific time and/or date.
  • Page 34 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual Client PC Service: This is a section of pre-defined services. To block one of these services simply check the [Blocking] option next to the service name. For URL/Website blocking you will need to enter in the Websites and Keywords that you want to block in the URL Blocking section.
  • Page 35 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.2 | MAC Filtering The MAC Filtering feature of the Barricade allows you to control access to your network based on the MAC (Media Access Control) Address of the client machine. This ID is unique to each network adapter.
  • Page 36 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.3 | URL Blocking The URL Blocking feature of the Barricade limits access to website domains (i.e. www.somesite.com) or by using keywords which will block any websites that have that keyword in the URL.
  • Page 37 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.4 | Schedule Rule This section allows you to configure up to 10 schedule rules that can be used with the Access Control Rule feature. To create a Schedule Rule, click the [Add Schedule Rule] link to access the [Edit Schedule Rule] configuration page.
  • Page 38 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.5 | Intrusion Detection The Barricade g inspects packets at the application layer, and maintains TCP and UDP session information, including timeouts and the number of active sessions. The Barricade g also provides the ability to detect and prevent certain types of network attacks such as DoS attacks.
  • Page 39 Email Alert: Configure this option if you want the Barricade to email when hackers attempt to attack your network to a specific email address. You will need to configure your email address, username and password, as well as a SMTP server and POP3 to send the mail through. NOTE: Some ISPs require that you configure the POP3 server to use there outgoing or SMTP server.
  • Page 40 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.6.6 | DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the firewall, then you can open the client PC up to unrestricted two-way Internet access. Enter the LAN IP address of a DMZ host and click “Enable”.
  • Page 41 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.7 | DDNS (Dynamic DNS) The Barricade has an integrated Dynamic DNS feature that provides users on the Internet a method to tie their domain name(s) to computers or servers. DDNS allows your domain name to follow your IP address automatically by having your DNS records changed when your IP address changes.
  • Page 42 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 8.8 | UPnP The Barricade supports UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), a networking architecture that provides compatibility amongst networking equipment. This feature allows an UPnP based operating system, like Windows XP to automatically communicate with the Barricade g and open the required services when needed.
  • Page 43 8.10 | Status The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers, illegal attempts to access your network, as well as information on DHCP clients connected to your network. INTERNET: Displays WAN connection type, status, and if required connection buttons. GATEWAY: Displays system IP settings, as well as DHCP, UPnP, Wireless, Firewall, and Printer status.
  • Page 44 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual CHAPTER 9| Print Server Setup This chapter will outline the steps to configure the built-in USB print server on the Barricade g Router. NOTE: This print server will not support multi-function printer devices (ex. Printer, Copier, Fax machine all-in-one) Windows 98/Me If you are running Windows 98 or Windows Me then you will need to install the SMC USB Printer Port...
  • Page 45 Windows 2000/XP If you are running Windows 2000 or Windows XP (Home or Professional) you will need to setup the LPR port to redirect printer data to the Barricade g Router built-in USB Print Server. NOTE: The screen shots shown below were done with a Windows 2000 machine, the same steps apply for a Windows XP machine.
  • Page 46 3. When the Printer Properties dialog box opens, click the [Ports] tab at the top. In that section, click the [Add Port…] button. This will launch the [Printer Ports] dialog box. 4. In this dialog box, highlight the [Standard TCP/IP Port] option and click the [New Port…] button to launch the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard] 5.
  • Page 47 6. On the [Add Port] step, fill in the IP address of the Barricade g. The default IP is 192.168.2.1. This will automatically fill in the port name – but you can change this can be changed. Click the [Next] button to continue. 7.
  • Page 48 8. At the [Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor] dialog box, select [LPR] for the protocol and enter [LPT1] for the Queue name. Click on the [OK] button to save the settings can close this dialog box. 9. This brings you back to the [Additional Port Information Required] screen. Click the [Next] button to continue.
  • Page 49 12. On the [Properties] dialog box click the [Ports] tab at the top and then check or confirm that you have the new LPR port selected (ex. IP_192.168.2.1). 13. Click on the [Advanced] tab click the [Spool print documents so program finishes printing faster] and [Start printing after last page is spooled] options.
  • Page 50 Installing a new Printer with LPR port 1. Open the [Printers] window – Click [Start] button, choose [Settings], and then click [Printers] option. On Windows XP you will select the [Printers and Faxes] option. 2. In the [Printers] window, click the [Add Printer] icon to launch the [Add Printer Wizard]. 3.
  • Page 51 4. On the [Select the Printer Port] step, choose the [Create a new port] option and choose [Standard TCP/IP Port] from the drop-down menu. 5. This will launch the [Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard], click [Next] to start the wizard.
  • Page 52 7. When the [Additional Port Information Required] dialog box opens, select the [Custom] option and click the [Settings…] button. 8. At the [Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor] dialog box, select [LPR] for the protocol and enter [LPT1] for the Queue name. Click on the [OK] button to save the settings can close this dialog box.
  • Page 53 11. Next, you will need to install the latest driver for your Printer. Using the [Add Printer Wizard], choose your printers manufacturer and model then click the [Next] button. NOTE: If your printer is not listed, contact your printer manufacture for help on getting it installed.
  • Page 54 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual 13. At the [Printer Sharing] screen, select the [Do not share this Printer] option and click the [Next] button to continue. 14. At the [Print Test Page] screen, select the [No] option and click the [Next} button to continue.
  • Page 55 15. At this point you have finished the installation of your printer, click the [Finish] button to save these new settings. 16. When you have finished creating the LPR port and installing the latest printer drivers, then you are ready to configure the printer settings. To access the printers properties, open the printers window and right-mouse click on the new Printer Icon and choose [Properties]...
  • Page 56 17. On the [Properties] dialog box click the [Ports] tab at the top and then check or confirm that you have the new LPR port selected (ex. IP_192.168.2.1). 18. Click on the [Advanced] tab click the [Spool print documents so program finishes printing faster] and [Start printing after last page is spooled] options.

  • Page 57: Appendix A | Pc Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX A | Troubleshooting The information outlined in this section describes some useful steps for getting your computer and Barricade router online. A.1 | Verify you are connected to the Barricade Router If you are unable to access the Barricade’s web-based administration pages, then you may not be properly connected or configured.
  • Page 58 A.3 | I have another IP Address displayed If you have another IP address listed, then the PC may not be configured for a DHCP connection. Please refer to Chapter 4 | Configure your Computer for information. Once you have confirmed your computer is configured for DHCP, and then please follow the steps below.
  • Page 59 A.4 | I can’t access my e-mail, web or I am getting corrupted data from the Internet. The Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) setting may need to be adjusted. By default, the MTU is set at 1454. For most DSL users, it is strongly recommended to use MTU 1492. If you are having some difficulties, perform the following steps: 1.
  • Page 60 APPENDIX B | Troubleshooting Internet Connections Put information here about specific ISP tricks and how to avoid those basic setup calls. B.1 | I have a Dynamic IP connection and I can’t get online Most cable companies use a Dynamic IP configuration to provide Internet access. If you have this type of connection, and are unable to get connected, please follow the steps outlined below: 1.

  • Page 61: Appendix C | Frequently Asked Questions

    Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual APPENDIX C | Frequently Asked Questions Put some of the information that we are finding out with NoHold here – for examples the following information is in the linksys manual. Does the Router support ICQ send file? Yes, with the following fix: click ICQ menu ->...
  • Page 62 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual How do I resolve issues with signal loss? There is no way to know the exact range of your wireless network without testing. Every obstacle placed between the Router and a wireless PC will create signal loss. Lead glass, metal, concrete floors, water and walls will inhibit the signal and reduce range.
  • Page 63 APPENDIX D | SMC Port List for Games and Applications I need to set up online game hosting or use other Internet applications. If you want to play online games or use Internet applications, most will work without doing any port forwarding or DMZ hosting.
  • Page 64 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual Server ====== TCP 7002: Outgoing connectivity to this port on remote destinations. Used for WON auth. UDP 27010: Outgoing connectivity to this port on remote destinations. Used for advertising a server on the master lists for server browsers.

  • Page 65: Appendix E | Technical Specifications

    APPENDIX E | Technical Specifications Below is an outline of the Technical Specifications for the Barricade g 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps Wireless Broadband Router with USB Print Server (SMC2804WBRP-G) Standards 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11b, 802.11g, USB 1.1 WAN Port 1 - 10/100Mbps RJ45, with Auto MDI/MDIX LAN Port 4 - 10/100Mbps RJ45, with Auto MDI/MDIX Printer Port...

  • Page 66: Appendix F | Compliances

    APPENDIX F | Compliances FCC STATMENT 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.
  • Page 67 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE) SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II, Calle Fructuós Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a, 08970 - Sant Joan Despí, Barcelona, Spain. This information technology equipment complies with the requirements of the Council Directive...
  • Page 68 SAFTEY COMPLIANCE: Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set. Check it (read the label on the cable) against the following: The unit automatically matches the connected input voltage. Therefore, no additional adjustments are necessary when connecting it to any input voltage within the range marked on the rear panel.

  • Page 69: Appendix G | Technical Support

    APPENDIX G | Technical Support PHONE From U.S.A. and Canada (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) • (800) SMC-4-YOU • (949) 679-8000 • Fax: (949) 679-1481 From Europe (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM UK Time) • 44 (0) 118 974 8700 •...
  • Page 70 Barricade g Wireless Router with USB Print Server Manual Rev – 1.0 [2804WBRP-G]...

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