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D-Link DSL-504G User Manual

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DSL-504G

ADSL Router

User's Guide
(April 2004)

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  • Page 1: Adsl Router

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide (April 2004)

  • Page 2: Ce Mark Warning

    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CE Mark Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 3: Limited Warranty

    Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link Australia at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement Hardware need not be new or of an identical make , model or part; D-Link Australia may in its discretion may replace the defective Hardware ( or any part thereof ) with any reconditioned product that D-Link Australia reasonably determines is substantially equivalent ( or superior ) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 4 The packaged product shall be insured and shipped to D-Link Australia, 1 Giffnock Ave, North Ryde, N.S.W 2113, with all shipping costs prepaid. D-Link Australia may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package.
  • Page 5 FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA CONTAINED IN, STORED ON, OR INTERGRATED WITH ANY PRODUCT RETURNED TO D-LINK AUSTRALIA FOR WARRANTY SERVICE ) RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, RELATING TO WARRANTY SERVICE, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, EVEN IF D-LINK AUSTRALIA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    About This User’s Guide...1 Before You Start ...1 Installation Requirements...1 Introduction...4 Router Description and Operation...4 Router Features ...5 Front Panel Display...6 Rear Panel Connections ...7 Hardware Installation ...8 Power on Router...8 Factory Reset Button...8 Network Connections...9 Power On Router...10 Factory Reset Button...10 Basic Router Configuration...11 Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer...11 Access the Web Manager...18...
  • Page 7 Virtual Server ...37 Filters ...39 Firewall ...41 Static Routing...42 RIP ...43 ADSL Modulation Settings ...44 PPP Settings ...44 ATM VC ...45 Multiple Virtual Connections...46 Tools and Utilities ...48 Change System Password...48 Configure System Time ...49 Save Router Configuration Settings ...50 Save Configuration File to PC...51 Load Saved Configuration Files...51 Restore Factory Default Settings...51...

  • Page 9: About This User's Guide

    About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-504G ADSL Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet. If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-504G is to follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.
  • Page 10 This is the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI). It is used in conjunction with the VPI above to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide network. commonly Record info here −...
  • Page 11 Obtain an IP address automatically (that is, they need to be configured as DHCP clients.) Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-504G ADSL Router. The Router may be reset to its factory default settings by performing a Restore settings operation within the management interface.

  • Page 12: Introduction

    ADSL technology enables many interactive multi-media applications such as video conferencing and collaborative computing. The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-504G connects to computers or an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet interface. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard connectors.

  • Page 13: Router Features

    Router Features The DSL-504G ADSL Ethernet Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-504G advantages include: • Data rates up to 8 Mbps for downstream and 864 Kbps for upstream •...

  • Page 14: Front Panel Display

    WAN (ADSL) interface. A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. These lights blink when there is LAN 1 - 4: Link/Act activity currently passing through the Ethernet port. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Connections

    All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values. The Router may be rebooted by disconnecting and then reconnecting the power. Note DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide ADSL port - connect to ADSL line...

  • Page 16: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation The DSL-504G maintains five separate interfaces, four Ethernet and one ADSL interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be safely connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat.

  • Page 17: Network Connections

    The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters. Computer to Router Connection DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide You can connect the Router directly to a...

  • Page 18: Power On Router

    IP settings. The factory default IP address of the Router is 10.1.1.1 and the subnet mask is 255.0.0.0. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch or...

  • Page 19: Basic Router Configuration

    IP settings for the other computers. However you cannot use the same IP address since every Note computer must have its own IP address that is unique on the local network. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 20: Configure Windows Xp For Dhcp

    Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to click on Control Panel. In the Control Panel folder, click on Network and Internet Connections. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...
  • Page 21 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide In the Network and Internet Connections folder, click on Network Connections. In the Network Connections folder, highlight the Local Area Connection icon by clicking on it once. A new option is revealed under Network Tabs in the left side panel.
  • Page 22 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Click on Change settings of the connection under Network Tabs. 6. In the General Tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the...

  • Page 23: Windows 2000

    Properties button. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. 5. Click OK and OK again to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Network and Dial-up Connections window. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...
  • Page 24 Configure Windows NT 4.0 for DHCP 1. Open the Control Panel window, and then double-click the Network icon. In the Network window, select the Protocols tab. Under Protocols tab, select TCP/IP, and then click Properties. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...
  • Page 25 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide In the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties dialog box, check the “Obtain an IP address automatically” option. 5. Click OK and OK again to confirm and save your changes. You will be prompted to restart Windows. 6. Click Yes and wait for your computer restarting and booting up again.

  • Page 26: Access The Web Manager

    If you are using a PPPoE and connection and want to use the Setup Wizard, follow the instructions below. If your Internet connection is a PPPoA, Bridge, Static IP, or Dynamic IP type connection, you should follow the instructions below in the section Configure WAN Connection. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 27: Using The Web Manager

    ADSL Status information windows. The Help menu presents links to pages that explain various functions and services Help provided by the Router. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Web Manager – First Time Log On Click on a tab to view the menus...

  • Page 28: Using The Setup Wizard

    Advanced Configurations menus. Type in a password and verify it by typing a second time. Click Next to continue. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide The first window of the Setup Wizard lists the basic steps in the process. These steps are as follows: 1.
  • Page 29 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Set the system time of the Router in Step 2. Choose the time zone you are in from the pull-down menu and click Next. If you wish to return to the previous menu during the setup process, click the Back button.
  • Page 30 VPI number and VCI number, type in the new values. Click Next when you are ready to proceed to the Setup Completed menu. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Note Do not confuse the user name and password used to access the web-...
  • Page 31 Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Restart button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Router. If you need to change settings from a previous menu, click the Back button. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Setup...
  • Page 32 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Do not turn the Router off while it is restarting. When it is finished restarting the dialog box below appears. Click Exit to close the box and continue to configure the Router as desired.

  • Page 33: Configure Wan Connection

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure WAN Connection To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the menus used to configure WAN, LAN, DHCP and DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings menu, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.

  • Page 34: Pppoe And Pppoa Connection For Wan

    Save & Reboot the Router, click on the Tools directory tab and then click the Misc (Miscellaneous) menu button. In the Miscellaneous menu, click he Save & Reboot button. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish a connection to the Internet. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 35: Bridged Connection For Wan

    After the Router has rebooted it will negotiate Note the ADSL connection. Use the connection software to log on to the ISP network and access the Internet. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide WAN Settings Menu – Bridge Mode...

  • Page 36: Dynamic Ip Address For Wan Connection

    In the Miscellaneous menu, click he Save & Reboot button. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish the WAN connection. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide WAN Settings - Dynamic IP Address...

  • Page 37: Static Ip Address For Wan Connection

    In the Miscellaneous menu, click he Save & Reboot button. The Router will save the new settings and restart. Upon restarting the Router will automatically establish the WAN connection. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide WAN Settings - Static IP...

  • Page 38: Lan Ip Settings

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide LAN IP Settings You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP.

  • Page 39: Dhcp Server Settings For The Lan

    DHCP settings must be saved and the Router must be restarted for the settings to go into effect. To Save & Reboot the Router, click on the Tools directory tab and then click the Misc (Miscellaneous) menu button. In the Miscellaneous menu, click he Save & Reboot button. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 40: Use The Router For Dhcp

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Use the Router for DHCP To use the built-in DHCP server, click to select the DHCP Server option if it is not already selected. The IP Address Pool settings can be adjusted so that up to 253IP addresses are available for use. The Starting IP Address is the lowest available IP address (default = 10.1.1.2).

  • Page 41: Dns Server Settings

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide DNS Server Settings The Router is configured by default to act as a proxy for DNS service to workstations on your LAN. As a proxy DNS agent, the Router will relay DNS service to clients on the LAN. When the DNS Relay Selection is enabled, the DNS clients on the LAN will automatically get DNS settings relayed from the Router.

  • Page 42: Save New Settings

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Save New Settings Any changes you have made to the must be saved to the Router’s memory and the device must be restarted for the settigns to take effect. To save settings you need to access the Miscellaneous Configuration menu. Click on the Tools directory tab then click the Misc menu button to view the menu pictured below.

  • Page 43: Advanced Configuration/Network Management

    Click the Status tab to view the Device Information, Event Log, Traffic Statistics and Status ADSL Status information windows. The Help menu presents links to pages that explain various functions and services Help provided by the Router. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 1. Advanced configuration menus...

  • Page 44: Nat

    Network Address Translation (NAT) system wide. Most users will leave the default NAT setting, Enabled. If NAT is Disabled, the DSL-504G will function essentially as a invisible bridge. Any LAN IP addresses will be readily visible to properly equipped agents on the WAN. If you are using multiple virtual circuits, NAT will be disabled for all PVCs.

  • Page 45: Virtual Server

    A Virtual Server can allow remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail. The DSL-504G will accept remote requests for these services at your Global IP Address, using the specified TCP or UDP protocol and port number, and then redirect these requests to the server on your LAN with the Private IP address you specify.
  • Page 46 Applications such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, and Internet telephony are some examples of applications that often require multiple connections. These applications often conflict with NAT, and therefore require special handling. See the Note discussion of DMZ configuration below. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Filters

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data.
  • Page 48 Click the Apply button to put the new rule into effect. Any filter rule configured in the menu will appear in the Outbound or Inbound Filters List with the new settings. The Router must save the new settings and reboot before the new rules are applied. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Firewall

    Check the category you want to block to enable filtering of that type of packet. When you have selected the desired Firewall policies, click the Apply button to enforce the policies. Remember to save any configuration changes. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 5. Firewall Configuration Menu Null Scan...

  • Page 50: Static Routing

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Static Routing Use the Static Routing Table to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.

  • Page 51: Rip

    Select the version of RIP, if any, you will accept and reply to. Select RIPv1, Receive Mode RIPv2 or RIP1COMPAT (RIPv1 and RIPv2) to receive RIP packets. Select None disable RIP replies. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 7. RIP menu...

  • Page 52: Adsl Modulation Settings

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide ADSL Modulation Settings The default modulation technique used by the Router will automatically detect what ADSL protocol is used for your account. However it can be changed to any of the recognized standard modulations used for ADSL. Select the Modulation Type from the pull-down menu and click the Apply button to change the modulation.

  • Page 53: Atm Vc

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide ATM VC The ATM Virtual Circuit connection menu is used to configure the WAN connection. If you are using multiple PVCs, you can change the configuration of any PVC in this menu. This menu can be used as an alternative menu to configure the same settings found on the WAN menu in the Home directory.

  • Page 54: Multiple Virtual Connections

    2. Enter the values for the VPI and VCI given to you by your service provider. 3. To activate the VC, select Enabled from the Virtual Circuit pull-down menu. 4. Configure the WAN Settings and Connection Type as desired. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide...
  • Page 55 DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide In the example below, a new VC (Pvc1) has been added using the WAN Settings menu. The connection is setup as a bridged connection. Figure 4- 12. Configure new VC The new VC appears listed in the ATM VC Setting menu located in the Advanced directory.

  • Page 56: Tools And Utilities

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Tools and Utilities Click the Tools tab to reveal the menu buttons for various functions located in this directory. These menus are used to change the system password used to access the web manager, to save or load Router configuration settings, upgrade the device firmware, save current configuration settings, restore default settings, and to perform miscellaneous actions such performing Ping tests.

  • Page 57: Configure System Time

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure System Time Use the Time menu to configure the Router’s system time manually or from an SNTP server or your computer’s system clock. Figure 4- 15. Time Settings Menu If you opt to use the Automatic option you must have an IP address of an available SNTP server. Date settings use the format Year/Month/Date, Time settings use the format Hour (24 hour clock)/ Minute/ Second.

  • Page 58: Save Router Configuration Settings

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Save Router Configuration Settings When you have completed configuration of the Router, make sure you save the current configuration settings to flash memory or risk losing the settings. To save the current configuration settings, click the Misc. menu button to view the Miscellaneous Configuration menu and click the Save and Reboot button.

  • Page 59: Save Configuration File To Pc

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Save Configuration File to PC Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. Use the System Setting menu to save the existing configuration file to the hard drive of the system you are using to access the web manager.

  • Page 60: Firmware Upgrade

    To upgrade firmware, type in the name and path of the file or click on the Browse button to search for the file. Click the Apply button to begin copying the file. The file will load and restart the Router automatically. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 18. Firmware Upgrade...

  • Page 61: Router Status Information

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Router Status Information Use the various read-only menus to view system information and monitor performance. Device Information Display Use the Device Information window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN, WAN and Wireless interfaces. The basic information available in this window is summarized below.

  • Page 62: Adsl Status

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide ADSL Status Use the ADSL Status summary window for troubleshooting when problems occur with the ADSL connection. Figure 4- 20. ADSL Line Condition The log file keeps record of the events and activities occurring on the device. It can display up to 256 events. The latest activities will overwrite the outdated ones.

  • Page 63: Traffic Statistics

    Transmit packets that pass through the device on the ADSL interface or Ethernet interface. Click the Refresh button to update the counters and the Reset button to clear the counters. The traffic counter will reset when the device is rebooted. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 22. Traffic Statistics...

  • Page 64: Technical Specifications

    G.lite: Downstream up to 1.5 Mbps Upstream up to 512 Kbps RJ-11 port ADSL telephone line connection Media Interface: RJ-45 port for 10/100BASET Ethernet connection, MDI/MDIX Auto-sensing DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide GENERAL Classical IP over ATM (RFC1577) DHCP Server (RFC2131) DHCP Client (RFC2131)
  • Page 65 Humidity: Dimensions: 180 x 141 x 30 mm Weight: 332 g EMI: CE Class B, FCC Class B (Part 15) Safety: CSA International Reliability: Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) min. 4 years DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Physical and Environmental...

  • Page 66: Low Pass Filters

    DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide Low Pass Filters Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are low pass filters and are variously referred to as in-line filters, micro-filters, line splitters or split line filters.
  • Page 67 ADSL – This port connects to the Router. Phone – This port connects to a telephone or other telephone device. The diagram below illustrates the proper use of the split line style filter. DSL-504G ADSL Router User’s Guide DSL-504G Split Line Filter Installation...
  • Page 69 Offices Australia D-Link Australia 1 Giffnock Avenue, North Ryde, NSW 2113, Sydney, Australia TEL: 61-2-8899-1800 FAX: 61-2-8899-1868 TOLL FREE (Australia): 1300-766-868 TOLL FREE (New Zealand): 0800-900-900 URL: www.dlink.com.au E-MAIL: support@dlink.com.au & info@dlink.com.au...

  • Page 70: Registration Card

    Spreadsheet Database management 8. What category best describes your company? Aerospace Engineering Retail/Chainstore/Wholesale System house/company 9. Would you recommend your D-Link product to a friend? Don't know yet 10.Your comments on this product? _________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Registration Card * Product installed in type of computer (e.g., Compaq 486)

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