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- Page 1 LevelOne WBR-2400TX 22Mbps Wireless AP Router w/ 4-port Switch User’s Manual Version:1.0...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................... 1 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router Features ............1 Package Contents ......................3 Physical Details........................4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................6 Requirements........................6 Procedure ........................... 6 CHAPTER 3 SETUP ........................ 8 Overview ..........................8 Configuration Program .................... - Page 3 Wireless Access ........................ 65 APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS................67 Modes ..........................67 BSS/ESS..........................67 Channels........................... 68 WEP..........................68 Wireless LAN Configuration..................68 APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS ..................69 Multi-Function LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router..........69 Wireless Interface......................69 FCC Statement ........................ 70...
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Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction
Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet through the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, using only a single external IP Ad- dress. The local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address Translation). - Page 5 DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN. •...
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Page 6: Package Contents
Introduction • UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con- figuration of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later. Security Features • Password - protected Configuration . Optional password protection is provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings. -
Page 7: Physical Details
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Physical Details Front Panel Figure 2: Front Panel Status (Red) On - Error condition. Off - Normal operation. Blinking - This LED blinks during start up. Power LED On - Power on. Off - No power. - Page 8 2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On. 3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the RED LED has flashed TWICE. 4. Release the Reset Button. The LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router is now using the factory default values. WAN port Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here.
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Page 9: Chapter 2 Installation
Procedure Figure 4: Installation Diagram 1. Choose an Installation Site Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Ensure the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router and the DSL/Cable modem are pow- ered OFF. - Page 10 Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use different Channels. 2. Connect LAN Cables Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used si- multaneously.
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Page 11: Chapter 3 Setup
PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Con- figuration. Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the required functions. To Do this: Refer to: Configure PCs on your LAN. -
Page 12: Configuration Program
Using your Web Browser To establish a connection from your PC to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router: 1. After installing the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already running, restart it. - Page 13 Mask must be set to 255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for de- tails on checking your PC's TCP/IP settings. • Ensure that your PC and the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router are on the same network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
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Page 14: Setup Wizard
Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's default setting are restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. - Page 15 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide • PPTP Mainly used in Europe. PPTP Server IP Address. • User name and password. You connect to the ISP only when required. The IP address • IP Address allocated to is usually allocated automati- you, if Static (Fixed).
- Page 16 Setup Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: Home Screen Navigation & Data Input •...
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Page 17: Lan Screen
TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by your LAN. - Page 18 Server, rather than the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's, the following procedure is required. 1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. This setting is on the LAN screen. 2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's IP Address as the Default Gateway.
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Page 19: Wireless Screen
The Wireless Access Point settings must match the other Wireless stations. To change the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen. An example screen is shown below. - Page 20 Setup • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) status will display "Enabled" or WEP data "Disabled", depending on whether WEP is being used. If used, encryption data is Encrypted before being transmitted, making communica- tion more secure. • Click the "Configure WEP" button to access the WEP sub-screen, and view or change the WEP settings.
- Page 21 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide WEP Screen This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure WEP" button on the Wireless screen. An example WEP screen is shown below. Note that in IE, the "Key Table" is only displayed when required.
- Page 22 Setup 128 Bit Encryption • If selected, data is encrypted using the key before being transmit- ted. The receiving station must be set to use 128 Bit Encryption, and have the same Key value. Otherwise, it will not be able to de- crypt the data.
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Page 23: Password Screen
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Figure 9: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router (on the Password screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. -
Page 24: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are re- quired: • The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router • The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP. - Page 25 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Using "Specify an IP Address"...
- Page 26 PC Configuration • On the Gateway tab, enter the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router.
- Page 27 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 15: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
- Page 28 Specify an IP Address If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes. 1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. To set this: •...
- Page 29 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Figure 17 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway 2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows: • Click the DNS tab. • On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search...
- Page 30 PC Configuration Figure 18: Windows NT4.0 - DNS...
- Page 31 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 19: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
- Page 32 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
- Page 33 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 21: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3.
- Page 34 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
- Page 35 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router for Internet access: • Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional. • Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN, rather than by a Dial-up connection.
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Page 36: Macintosh Clients
Other Unix Systems To access the Internet via the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router: • Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. • Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct. -
Page 37: Wireless Station Configuration
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: The mode must be set to Infrastructure. -
Page 38: Chapter 5 Operation And Status
This Chapter details the operation of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router and the status screens. Operation Once both the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router and the PCs are configured, opera- tion is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: •... - Page 39 • Blocked - If the request was blocked by the URL Filter function, this will display "Yes". Otherwise, it will be blank. The IP Address of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. IP Address Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above.
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Page 40: Connection Status - Pppoe
Operation and Status the following sections for details of each sub-screen. Access Log View details of outgoing connections to the internet. Display all system information in a sub-window. System Data Refresh Screen Update the data displayed on screen. Connection Status - PPPoE If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details"... - Page 41 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide • If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be used to establish a connection. • If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be used to break the connection.
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Page 42: Connection Status - Pptp
Operation and Status Error: Invalid or unknown The data received from the ISP's Server could not be proc- packet type essed. This could be caused by data corruption (from a bad link), or the Server using a protocol which is not supported by this device. -
Page 43: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic Ip Address
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Connection Log • The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the Connection Log existing connection. • The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh button will update the messages shown on screen. - Page 44 IP Address from the ISP's DHCP Server. • If an IP Address has been allocated to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router (by the ISP's DHCP Server), this button will say "Release". Clicking the "Release" button will break the con- nection and release the IP Address.
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Page 45: Chapter 6 Advanced Features
Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. • Special Applications • • Virtual Servers • Dynamic DNS • Remote Management Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. -
Page 46: Conferencing & Telephony
Advanced Features Conferencing & Telephony Most applications are supported transparently by the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection. This problem could arise with the following Conferencing & Telephony applications: •... -
Page 47: Special Applications
If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router 's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Special Application". - Page 48 Advanced Features Data - Special Applications Screen Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required. Checkbox Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data Incoming from the special application or service.
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Page 49: Dmz
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide This feature, if enabled, allows one (1) computer on your LAN to be exposed to all users on the Internet, allowing unrestricted 2-way communication between the "DMZ PC" and other Internet users or Servers. - Page 50 Advanced Features Data - URL Filter Screen Filter Strings This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this Current Entries list will be empty. Add Filter String To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" button. An entry may be a Domain name (e.g.
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Page 51: Remote Management
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Remote Management This feature allows you to manage the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router via the Internet. Figure 30: Remote Management Screen Data - Remote Management Screen Remote Management Enable Remote Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet. -
Page 52: Virtual Servers
Advanced Features Virtual Servers This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: • Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. •... - Page 53 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Virtual Servers Screen The Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Virtual Servers link on the Advanced screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 32: Virtual Servers Screen This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers.
- Page 54 Advanced Features Buttons This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the pre- Defaults defined Servers to use their default port numbers. Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set OFF. Add a new entry to the Virtual Server list, using the data shown in the "Properties"...
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Page 55: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)
2. After registration, use the "Create New Host" option (at www.dyndns.org) to request your desired Domain name. 3. Enter your data from www.dyndns.org in the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's DDNS screen. 4. The LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router will then automatically ensure that your current IP Address is recorded at http://www.dyndns.org... - Page 56 Advanced Features Dynamic DNS Screen Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following: Figure 33: DDNS Screen Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Service • DDNS Service You must sign up first to create a new account before using the service.
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Page 57: Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration
Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration This Chapter explains the settings available via the Advanced configuration section of the "Advanced" menu. Overview Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to provide additional options for advanced users. -
Page 58: Pc Database
"Obtain an IP Address automatically". • The LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router uses the "Hardware Address" to identify each PC, not the name or IP address. The "Hardware Address" can only change if you change the PC's network card or adapter. - Page 59 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Buttons This will add the new PC to the list. The PC will be sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not con- nected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
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Page 60: Options
If Disabled, UPnP users can only view the configuration. But ration... currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP. (e.g. Right - click the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router in My Network Places, and select Properties) - Page 61 But currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP. (e.g. Right - click the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router in My Network Places, and select Properties) Firewall If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and Enable DoS blocked.
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Page 62: Mac Address
• If your ISP has already recorded a MAC address, you can change the address used by the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router to match the address recorded by your ISP. MAC Address Screen Select MAC Address from the Advanced menu to reach a screen like the example below. -
Page 63: Routing
If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers. •... - Page 64 Enable RIP Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router. The LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table.
- Page 65 Configuring Other Routers on your LAN It is essential that all IP packets for devices not on the local LAN be passed to the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, so that they can be forwarded to the external LAN, WAN, or Internet.
- Page 66 Figure 38: Routing Example For the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the LevelOne 22Mbps Wire- less AP Router requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0...
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Page 67: Appendix A Troubleshooting
This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Leve- lOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router still does not function prop- erly, contact your dealer for further advice. -
Page 68: Wireless Access
Router is disabled, so your wireless station should also have WEP dis- abled. • If WEP is enabled on the LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router, your PC must have WEP enabled, and the key tables (for 64 Bit encryption) or key (for 128 Bit encryption) must match. - Page 69 LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide switching other devices Off, and see if this helps. Any "noisy" devices should be shielded or relocated. • RF Shielding Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close...
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Page 70: Appendix B About Wireless Lans
Appendix B About Wireless LANs This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: • Ad-hoc • Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Sta- tions (e.g. -
Page 71: Channels
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channel are available. -
Page 72: Appendix C Specifications
Appendix C Specifications Multi-Function LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router Model WBR-2400TX Dimensions 215mm(L) x 150mm(W) x 36mm(H) Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP Network Interface: 5 Ethernet: 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection... -
Page 73: Fcc Statement
LevelOne 22Mbps Wireless AP Router User Guide FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.