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  • Page 1: User Manual

    LevelOne User Manual WBR-6000 N_One Wireless Broadband Router Ver. 3.0.0-0801...
  • Page 2 Safety FCC WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio...
  • Page 3 (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. CE Declaration of conformity This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC standards: •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ................1 Wireless Broadband Router Features ......... 1 Package Contents ..............6 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION ............7 Physical Details..............7 Requirements................. 9 Installation ................10 Default Setting ..............12 SETUP ....................13 Overview ................13 Configuration Program ............15 Setup Wizard ...............
  • Page 6 Access Control ..............89 Dynamic DNS ..............94 URL Filter................97 User Groups................. 99 Options ................101 Schedule ................103 Virtual Servers ..............104 6.10 WAN Port ................109 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION ..........114 Overview ................114 PC Database............... 115 Config File................120 Logs ..................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Broadband Router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Broadband Router. The Wireless Broadband Router is a multi-function device providing the following services: • Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.

  • Page 8: Advanced Internet Functions

    • Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet connection, the Wireless Broadband Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address. Advanced Internet Functions • Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.

  • Page 9: Wireless Features

    Wireless Features • Standards Compliant. The Wireless Broadband Router complies with the IEEE802.11g (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs. • Supports Pre-N Wireless Stations. The 802.11n Draft standard provides for backward compatibility with the 802.11b standard, so 802.11n, 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless stations can be used simultaneously.

  • Page 10: Security Features

    request. The Wireless Broadband Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN. Configuration & Management • Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configuration. • Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration data from the Wireless Broadband Router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration...
  • Page 11 Wireless Broadband Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.

  • Page 12: Package Contents

    1.2 Package Contents The following items should be included. If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. • WBR-6000 • Cat.5 Cable • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD Manual...

  • Page 13: Hardware Description

    2 Hardware Description This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Broadband Router. 2.1 Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 1: Front Panel On - Wireless security is enabled. Off - Wireless security is disabled. Blinking – WPS function is currently in use. On - Wireless connection.

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel Figure 2: Rear Panel WPS Button Push the WPS button on the router and on your other wireless device to create an encryption- secured wireless connection automatically. 10/100BaseT Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports. LAN connections Note: Any LAN port on the Wireless Broadband...

  • Page 15: Requirements

    2.2 Requirements • Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors. • TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs. • For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and a DSL connection. • To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11n Draft specifications.

  • Page 16: Installation

    2.3 Installation Figure 3: Installation Diagram 1. Choose an Installation Site Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Broadband Router.
  • Page 17 For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless Broadband Router should be positioned in a central location with minimum obstructions between the Wireless Broadband Router and the PCs. Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use different Channels. 2.

  • Page 18: Default Setting

    2.4 Default Setting • IP Address : 192.168.0.1 (LAN) • User Name : admin • Password : password • WPS Pin Code: Please refer to the following picture on the Wireless Broadband Router Please record WPS Pin Code for future reference or for technical support.

  • Page 19: Setup

    3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Broadband Router. 3.1 Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure for: • Internet Access • LAN configuration • Wireless setup • Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data. PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration.
  • Page 20 Use any of the following Advanced Chapter 6:Advanced features: Features • Internet • Access Control • Dynamic DNS • URL Filter • User Groups • Options • Schedule • Virtual Servers • WAN Port Use any of the following Administration Chapter 7:Advanced Configuration settings or features: Administration...

  • Page 21: Configuration Program

    3.2 Configuration Program The Wireless Broadband Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: •...
  • Page 22 4. When prompted for the User name and Password, enter values as follows: • User name: admin • Password: password If you can't connect If the Wireless Broadband Router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON.

  • Page 23: Setup Wizard

    3.3 Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default setting is restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. • You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP.

  • Page 24: Common Connection Types

    Common Connection Types Cable Modems Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Your IP Address is Usually, none. Address allocated automatically, However, some ISP's when you connect to you may require you to use a ISP. particular Hostname, Domain name, or MAC (physical) address.
  • Page 25 • PPTP PPTP is mainly used in Server IP Address. Europe. • User name and password. You connect to the ISP • only when required. The IP Address allocated IP address is usually to you, if Static allocated automatically, (Fixed). but may be Static (Fixed).

  • Page 26: Home Screen

    3.4 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 4: Home Screen Main Menu The main menu, on the left, contains links to the most-commonly used screen.
  • Page 27 • Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes you may have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will be ignored. On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will display help for that screen.

  • Page 28: Lan Screen

    3.5 LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP address for the Wireless Broadband Router, as IP Address seen from the local LAN.
  • Page 29 • If Enabled, the Wireless Broadband Router will DHCP allocate IP Addresses to PCs (DHCP clients) on Server your LAN when they start up. The default (and recommended) value is Enabled. • If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to treat the Wireless Broadband Router as the default...
  • Page 30 • Enable or Disable the Wireless Broadband Router's DHCP Server function. • Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function. You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices while using DHCP, provided that the Fixed IP Addresses are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.

  • Page 31: Wireless Screen

    3.6 Wireless Screen The Wireless Broadband Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Broadband Router will automatically accept 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n Draft, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Broadband Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
  • Page 32 Data - Wireless Screen Identification Region Select the correct domain for your location. It is your responsibility to ensure: • That the Wireless Broadband Router is only used in domains for which is licensed. • That you select the correct domain, so that only the legal channels for that domain can be selected.
  • Page 33 Broadcast If enabled, the Wireless Broadband Router will broadcast its SSID. This allows PCs and other SSID wireless stations to detect this Access Point and use the correct SSID. If disabled, PC users will have to manually enter the SSID and other details of the wireless interface before they can connect to this Access Point.
  • Page 34 • All Wireless Stations - All wireless stations can Allow use the access point to access the Internet. Internet • access by … Selected Wireless stations only - Only selected wireless stations use the access point to access the Internet. To select the required wireless stations, click the "Select Stations"...
  • Page 35 Wi-Fi Protected Setup Figure 7: Wi-Fi Protected Screen Data - WPS Screen Wi-Fi Protected Setup Enter the PIN code to the client device. Input Enrollee’s PIN Change AP Click the Auto generate button to have the new Setting pin code displayed in the field.

  • Page 36: Wireless Security

    3.7 Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen. There are 5 options for Wireless security: • Disabled - no data encryption is used. • WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. •...
  • Page 37 Data - WEP Screen WEP Data Encryption Normally this can be left at the default value of Authentication "Auto". If that fails, select the appropriate value - "Open System" or "Shared Key." Check your wireless station's documentation to see what method to use.
  • Page 38 WPA-PSK Wireless Security Figure 9: WPA-PSK Data - WPA-PSK Screen Authentication WPA-PSK Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible. WPA-PSK is the version of WPA, which does NOT require a Radius Server on your LAN.
  • Page 39 WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Figure 10: WPA2-PSK Data - WPA2-PSK Screen Authentication WPA2-PSK This is a further development of WPA-PSK, and offers even greater security, using the AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) method of encryption. Passphrase Enter the PSK. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key.
  • Page 40 WPAM-PSK Wireless Security Figure 11: WPAM-PSK Data - WPAM-PSK Screen Authentication WPAM-PSK This method, sometimes called "Mixed Mode", allows clients to use EITHER WPA-PSK (with TKIP) OR WPA2-PSK (with AES). Enter the PSK (network key). Data is encrypted Passphrase using a key derived from the network key. Other (PSK) Wireless Stations must use the same network key.

  • Page 41: Password Screen

    3.8 Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Broadband Router. Figure 12: Password Screen Enter the existing password in this field. Old Password Enter the new password here. New password Re-enter the new password here. Verify password You will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below.
  • Page 42 Figure 13: Password Dialog • The "User Name" is always admin • Enter the password for the Wireless Broadband Router, as set on the Password screen above.

  • Page 43: Pc Configuration

    4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. 4.1 Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • TCP/IP network settings • Internet Access configuration • Wireless configuration 4.2 Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Broadband Router.
  • Page 44 If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are required: • The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Broadband Router • The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP. If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Administrator must re-configure the Router itself.
  • Page 45 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 22: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 46 Figure 23: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000) 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 47 you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Broadband Router.) • If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
  • Page 48 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 24: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4.
  • Page 49 Figure 25: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) 5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 50 • In the Default gateway field, enter the Wireless Broadband Router's IP address and click OK. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Broadband Router. • If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
  • Page 51 Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Broadband 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.
  • Page 52 Accessing AOL To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Broadband Router, the AOL for Windows software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The configuration process is as follows: • Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or later.

  • Page 53: Macintosh Clients

    4.3 Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband Router. The procedure is as follows. 1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. 2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. 3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank.

  • Page 54: Linux Clients

    4.4 Linux Clients To access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband Router, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Broadband Router as the "Gateway". Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes. Fixed IP Address By default, most UNIX installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.

  • Page 55: Wireless Station Configuration

    4.6 Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Broadband Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Broadband Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure (rather than...

  • Page 56: Wireless Configuration On Windows Xp

    4.7 Wireless Configuration on Windows XP If using Windows XP to configure the Wireless interface on your PC, the configuration procedure is as follows: 1. Open the Network Connections folder. (Start - Settings - Network Connections). Figure 26: Network Connections (Windows XP) 2.
  • Page 57 Figure 27 Wireless Networks (Windows XP) If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless Broadband Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed. See the following section "If the SSID is not listed" for details of dealing with this situation. 4.
  • Page 58 Figure 28 Insecure Wireless Network (Windows XP) To connect: • Check the checkbox Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure. • The Connect button will then be available. Click the Connect button, and wait a few seconds for the connection to be established.
  • Page 59 Figure 29: WEP (Windows XP) To connect: • Enter the WEP key, as set on the Wireless Broadband Router, in the Network Key field. • Re-enter the WEP key into the Confirm Network key field. • Disable the checkbox Enable IEEE 802.1x authentication for this network.
  • Page 60 Figure 30: Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless Broadband Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following:...
  • Page 61 Figure 31: Wireless Network Properties - WEP Configure this screen as follows: • Set Network Authentication to match the Wireless Broadband Router. (If the setting on the Wireless Broadband Router is "Auto", then either Open or Shared can be used.) •...
  • Page 62 • Click OK to save and close this dialog. • This wireless network will now be listed in Preferred Networks on the screen below. Figure 32: Preferred Networks Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless Broadband Router.
  • Page 63 If using WPA-PSK Data Encryption If WPA-PSK data encryption has been enabled on the Wireless Broadband Router, it does not matter which network is selected on the screen below. Just click the Advanced button. Figure 33: Wireless Networks (Windows XP) You will then see a screen like the example below.
  • Page 64 Figure 34: Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless Broadband Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following:...
  • Page 65 Figure 35: Wireless Network Properties- WPA-PSK Configure this screen as follows: • Set Network Authentication to WPA-PSK. • For Data Encryption, select TKIP. • For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the network key (PSK) used on the Wireless Broadband Router. •...
  • Page 66 Figure 36: Preferred Networks Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless Broadband Router. If the SSID is not listed If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless Broadband Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed on the screen below.
  • Page 67 Figure 37: Wireless Networks (Windows XP) In this situation, you need to obtain the SSID from your network administrator, and then follow this procedure: 1. Click the Advanced button to see a screen like the example below.
  • Page 68 Figure 38: Unlisted Wireless Network 2. Click the Add button. You will see a screen like the example below.
  • Page 69 Figure 39: Add Wireless Network 3. Configure this screen as follows: • Enter the correct SSID, as used on the Wireless Broadband Router. Remember the SSID is case-sensitive, so be sure to match the case, not just the spelling. • Set Network Authentication and Data Encryption to match the Wireless Broadband Router.
  • Page 70 4. This wireless network will then be listed in Preferred Networks on the screen below. Figure 40: Preferred Networks 5. Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless Broadband Router.

  • Page 71: Status

    5 Status This Chapter details the status of the Wireless Broadband Router. 5.1 Status Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen. Figure 41: Status Screen Data - Status Screen Internet Connection Displays the current connection method, as set in the Setup Wizard.
  • Page 72 • Active • Idle • Failed If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button to find out more information. Internet IP This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider). If using a dynamic IP address, Address and no connection currently exists, this information is unavailable.
  • Page 73 Firmware The version of the current firmware installed. Version Buttons Click this button to open a sub-window and view Connection a detailed description of the current connection. Details Display all system information in a sub-window. System Data Update the data displayed on screen. Refresh Screen...

  • Page 74: Connection Status - Pppoe

    5.2 Connection Status - PPPoE If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 42: PPPoE Status Screen Data - PPPoE Screen Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by Physical remote devices on the Internet.
  • Page 75 local LAN.) The IP Address of this device, as seen by IP Address Internet users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). The Network Mask associated with the IP Network Mask Address above. This indicates whether or not the connection is PPPoE Link currently established.
  • Page 76 Connection Log Messages Message Description Connect on Connection attempt has been triggered by the Demand "Connect automatically, as required" setting. Manual connection Connection attempt started by the "Connect" button. Reset physical Preparing line for connection attempt. connection Connecting to Attempting to connect to the ISP's server. remote server Remote Server ISP's Server has responded to connection...
  • Page 77 Error: Invalid or The data received from the ISP's Server could unknown packet not be processed. This could be caused by type data corruption (from a bad link), or the Server using a protocol which is not supported by this device.

  • Page 78: Connection Status - Pptp

    5.3 Connection Status - PPTP If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 43: PPTP Status Screen Data - PPTP Screen Connection Physical The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet.
  • Page 79 users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Connection This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established. Status • If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be used to establish a connection. •...

  • Page 80: Connection Status - L2Tp

    5.4 Connection Status - L2TP If using L2TP, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 44: L2TP Status Screen Data - L2TP Screen Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by Physical remote devices on the Internet.
  • Page 81 users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Connection This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established. Status • If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be used to establish a connection. •...

  • Page 82: Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond

    5.5 Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond An example screen is shown below. Figure 45: Telstra Big Pond Status Screen Data - Big Pond Screen Connection Physical The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices. (This is different to the hardware Address address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address...
  • Page 83 Status currently established. • 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. • Normally, it is not necessary to use the Connect and Disconnect buttons unless the setting "Connect automatically, as required"...

  • Page 84: Connection Details - Singtel Ras

    5.6 Connection Details - SingTel RAS If using the SingTel RAS access method, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 46: Connection Details - RAS Data - RAS Screen Internet RAS Plan The RAS Plan which is currently used.
  • Page 85 Mask above. Default The IP Address of the remote Gateway or Router associated with the IP Address above. Gateway DNS IP The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which is currently used. Address This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled", depending DHCP Client on whether or not this device is functioning as a DHCP client.

  • Page 86: Connection Details - Other (E.g. Fixed Wireless)

    5.7 Connection Details - Other (e.g. Fixed Wireless) If using the “Other (e.g. Fixed Wireless)” access method, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 47: Connection Details - Other (e.g. Fixed Wireless) Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen Internet Physical...
  • Page 87 Network The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above. Mask Default The IP Address of the remote Gateway or Router associated with the IP Address above. Gateway The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which DNS IP is currently used. Address This will show "Enabled"...

  • Page 88: Advanced Features

    6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Broadband Router's "Advanced" Features. 6.1 Overview The following advanced features are provided: • Internet: • Communication Applications • Special Applications • Multi-DMZ • Access Control • Dynamic DNS •...

  • Page 89: Internet

    6.2 Internet This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. • Communication Applications • Special Applications • • Multi-DMZ Figure 48: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Wireless Router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection.

  • Page 90: Special Applications

    If this problem arises, you can use this screen to set which PC should receive an incoming connection, as described below. Communication Applications Select an This lists applications which may generate incoming connections, where the destination PC Application (on your local LAN) is unknown. Send incoming This lists the PCs on your LAN.
  • Page 91 Figure 49: Special Applications Screen Data - Special Applications Screen Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application Checkbox as required. Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application.
  • Page 92 • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used Incoming when you receive data from the special Ports application or service. (Note: Some applications use different protocols for outgoing and incoming data). • Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the application server, for data you receive.
  • Page 93 If an application still cannot function correctly, try using the "DMZ" feature. This feature, if enabled, allows the DMZ computer on your LAN to be exposed to all users on the Internet. • The "DMZ" PC will receive all "Unknown" connections and data. This feature is normally used with applications which do not usually work when behind a Firewall.
  • Page 94 Figure 50: Multi-DMZ To use this feature: • Enter an IP address allocated to you by your ISP into the WAN IP address field. • Select the PC to be the DMZ PC for traffic sent to this IP address. •...

  • Page 95: Access Control

    6.3 Access Control This feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Overview The Access Control feature allows administrators to restrict the level of Internet Access available to PCs on your LAN. With the default settings, everyone has unrestricted Internet access. To use this feature: 1.
  • Page 96 Figure 51: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen User Group Select Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the settings for the selected Group. Groups are named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be re- named.
  • Page 97 Internet Access Select the desired options for the current group: Restrictions • None - Nothing is blocked. Use this to create the least restrictive group. • Block all Internet access - All traffic via the WAN port is blocked. Use this to create the most restrictive group.

  • Page 98: Services Screen

    Clear Log Click this to clear and restart the "Access Control" log, making new entries easier to read. Refresh Update the data on screen. Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 52: Access Control –...
  • Page 99 Data - Services Screen Available Services This lists all the available services. Available Services Use this to delete any Service you have added. "Delete" Pre-defined Services can not be deleted. button Add New Service Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this service. Select the protocol (TCP, UDP, ICMP) used to the Type remote system or service.

  • Page 100: Dynamic Dns

    6.4 Dynamic DNS This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address. This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.

  • Page 101: Dynamic Dns Screen

    Dynamic DNS Screen Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following: Figure 53: DDNS Screen...
  • Page 102 Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Service Select the desired DDNS Service provider. DDNS Service Click this button to open a new window and Web Site connect to the Web site of the selected DDNS service provider. • DDNS Status This message is returned by the DDNS Server.

  • Page 103: Url Filter

    6.5 URL Filter If you want to limit access to certain sites on the Internet, you can use this feature. The URL filter will check each Web site access. If the address, or part of the address, is included in the block site list, access will be denied.
  • Page 104 Figure 54: URL Filter Screen Data - URL Filter Screen Current Filter Strings The list contains the current list of items to block. Filter Strings • To add to the list, use the "Add" option below. • To delete an entry, select it and click Delete button.

  • Page 105: User Groups

    6.6 User Groups User Groups are used by the Access Control and the URL Filter features. • Groups are pre-named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed. • All PCs are in the "Default" group, unless moved to another group.
  • Page 106 Data - User Groups Screen Select the desired Group. The screen will update to Group display the PCs for the selected Group. This lists all PCs, which are currently members of Group the selected group. Members Other PCs This lists all other PCs – those, which are not currently members of the selected group.

  • Page 107: Options

    6.7 Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings. An example Options screen is shown below. Figure 56: Options Screen...
  • Page 108 Data - Options Screen Backup DNS Enter the IP Address of the DNS (Domain Name IP Address Servers) here. These DNS will be used only if the primary DNS is unavailable. UPnP • UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows Enable UPnP automatic discovery and configuration of Services equipment attached to your LAN.

  • Page 109: Schedule

    6.8 Schedule This Schedule can be used for the URL filter. Figure 57: Schedule Screen Data - Schedule Screen Default Schedule Each day of the week can scheduled independently. Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be Session 1 defined. Session 2 can be left blank if not required. Session 2 Enter the start using a 24 hr clock.

  • Page 110: Virtual Servers

    6.9 Virtual Servers This feature, sometimes called Port Forwarding, 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 111: Ip Address Seen By Internet Users

    IP Address seen by Internet Users Note that, in this illustration, both Internet users are connecting to the same IP Address, but using different protocols. To Internet users, all virtual Servers on your LAN have the same IP Address. This IP Address is allocated by your ISP. This address should be static, rather than dynamic, to make it easier for Internet users to connect to your Servers.
  • Page 112 Figure 59: Virtual Servers Screen Data - Virtual Servers Screen Servers This lists a number of common Server types. If Servers the desired Server type is not listed, you can create a Firewall Rule to achieve the same effect as the Virtual Server function. Properties Use this to Enable or Disable support for this Enable...

  • Page 113: Defining Your Own Virtual Servers

    Protocol Select the protocol (TCP, UDP, TCP/ UDP) used by the Server. Internal Ports Enter the range of internal port numbers. Enter the range of external port numbers. External Ports Buttons This will delete any Servers you have defined, Defaults and set the pre-defined Servers to use their default port numbers.

  • Page 114: Connecting To The Virtual Servers

    Server: 2. Enter the required data, as described above. 3. Click "Add". 4. The new Server will now appear in the list. 1. Select the desired Server from the list Modify (Edit) a 2. Make any desired changes (for example, Server: change the Enable/Disable setting).

  • Page 115: Wan Port

    6.10 WAN Port The WAN Port option is on the Advanced menu. Figure 60: WAN Port Screen...
  • Page 116 Data – WAN Port Screen Port Settings • MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value MTU Size should only be changed if advised to do so by Technical Support. • Enter a value between 1 and 1500. • This device will still auto-negotiate with the remote server, to set the MTU size.
  • Page 117 Specified IP Also called Static IP Address. Select this if your ISP has allocated you a fixed IP Address. If this option Address is selected, the following data must be entered. • IP Address The IP Address allocated by the ISP. •...
  • Page 118 Login Login Method If your ISP does not use a login method (username, password) for Internet access, leave this at the default value None (Direct connection). Otherwise, check the documentation from your ISP, select the login method used, and enter the required data.
  • Page 119 Server This is not required for PPPoE or SingTel RAS. Address For PPTP, L2TP and BPA, enter the Server address as provided by your ISP. Connection Select the desired option: Behavior • Automatic Connect/Disconnect An Internet connection is automatically made when required, and disconnected when idle for the time period specified by the "Auto- disconnect Idle Time-out".

  • Page 120: Advanced Administration

    7 Advanced Administration This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu. 7.1 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 121: Pc Database

    7.2 PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN. PC Database Screen An example PC Database screen is shown below.
  • Page 122 • This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN. However, you can add PCs using Fixed (static) IP Addresses to the PC database if required. Data - PC Database Screen This lists all current entries (PCs or network Known PCs devices).
  • Page 123 Advanced PC Database This screen is displayed if the "Advanced" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 62: Advanced PC Database...
  • Page 124 Data – Advanced PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type. The "type" indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN. Edit Use this to change the data for the selected PC in the list.
  • Page 125 Select the appropriate option Address • Automatic discovery - Select this to have the Wireless Router contact the PC and find its MAC address. This is only possible if the PC is connected to the LAN and powered On. • MAC is - Enter the MAC address on the PC.

  • Page 126: Config File

    7.3 Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Wireless Broadband Router, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless Broadband Router, by uploading it to the Wireless Broadband Router.
  • Page 127 Data - Config File Screen Backup Use this to download a copy of the current configuration, and store the file on your PC. Click Config Download to start the download. Restore This allows you to restore a previously-saved configuration file back to the Wireless Broadband Config Router.

  • Page 128: Logs

    7.4 Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Router This data is useful for troubleshooting, but enabling all logs will generate a large amount of data and adversely affect performance. Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Wireless Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 129 Data - Logs Screen Enable Logs If selected, Outgoing Internet connections are Outgoing logged. Normally, the (Internet) "Destination" will Connections be shown as an IP address. But if the "URL Filter" is enabled, the "Destination" will be shown as a URL. If enabled, the log will include attempted Access Control outgoing connections which have been blocked...
  • Page 130 E-Mail Logs Select the desired option for sending the log by Send Logs E-mail. • Never - E-mailing of Logs is disabled. • When log is full - The time is not fixed. The log will be sent when the log is full, which will depend on the volume of traffic.
  • Page 131 Server requires If your SMTP Server requires you to login in order to send mail: Login to send mail • Check the setting "Server requires login to send mail" • Enter your Login Name and Password for the SMTP Server in the fields provided.

  • Page 132: Diagnostics

    7.5 Diagnostics This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems. An example Network Diagnostics screen is shown below. Figure 65: Network Diagnostics Screen...
  • Page 133 Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Enter the IP address you wish to ping. The IP Ping this IP address can be on your LAN, or on the Internet. Address Note that if the address is on the Internet, and no connection currently exists, you could get a "Timeout"...

  • Page 134: Qos

    7.6 QoS The QoS (Quality of Service) feature allows you specify priorities for different traffic. Lower priority traffic will be slowed down to allow greater throughput or less delay for high priority traffic. An example QoS screen is shown below. Figure 66: QoS Screen...
  • Page 135 Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting To disable QoS (Quality of Service), keep the default QoS Setting setting, Disable. To enable QoS (Quality of Service), click Enable and follow these instructions. • Applications: Category • Add a New Application (Once selected, please complete the following setups.) •...

  • Page 136: Remote Administration

    7.7 Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Broadband Router via the Internet. Figure 67: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To connect, see below). Remote Management If Disabled, this device will ignore Administration...
  • Page 137 To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Broadband Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required.

  • Page 138: Routing

    7.8 Routing Overview • If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers.
  • Page 139 Using this Screen Generally, you will use either RIP (Routing Information Protocol) OR the Static Routing Table, as explained above, although is it possible to use both methods simultaneously. Static Routing Table • If RIP is not used, an entry in the routing table is required for each LAN segment on your Network, other than the segment to which this device is attached.
  • Page 140 Data - Routing Screen Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Enable RIP Protocol) feature of the Broadband Router The Wireless Router supports RIP V1 only. Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Static Routing •...

  • Page 141: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is ignored, and has no effect. Update the current Static Routing Table entry, Update using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen.
  • Page 142 Other Routers on the Local LAN Other routers on the local LAN must use the Wireless Router’s Local Router as the Default Route. The entries will be the same as the Wireless Router's local router, with the exception of the Gateway IP Address.
  • Page 143 For the Broadband Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Router requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0 Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C) Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 (Broadband Router's local Router)

  • Page 144: Security Options

    7.9 Security Options This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 70: Security Screen...
  • Page 145 Data - Security Screen DoS Firewall If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be Enable DoS detected and blocked. The default is enabled. It is Firewall strongly recommended that this setting be left enabled. Note: • A DoS attack does not attempt to steal data or damage your PCs, but overloads your Internet connection so you can not use it - the service is unavailable.
  • Page 146 The IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP protocols are used to Allow VPN establish a secure connection, and are widely used Pass through by VPN (Virtual Private Networking) programs. • If checked, these VPN connections are allowed. • If not checked, these VPN connections are blocked.

  • Page 147: Upgrade Firmware

    7.10 Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Broadband Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, and then select Upgrade Firmware on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following.

  • Page 148: Troubleshooting

    8 Troubleshooting This Chapter covers the most likely problems and their solutions. 8.1 Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Broadband Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Broadband Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 149: General Problems

    8.2 General Problems Problem 1: Can't connect to the Wireless Broadband Router to configure it. Check the following: Solution 1: • The Wireless Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connections are OK, and it is powered ON. • Ensure that your PC and the Wireless Broadband Router are on the same network segment.

  • Page 150: Internet Access

    8.3 Internet Access Problem 1: When I enter a URL or IP address I get a time out error. Solution 1: A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting steps. • Check if other PCs work. If they do, ensure that your PCs IP settings are correct.

  • Page 151: Wireless Access

    8.4 Wireless Access Problem 1: My PC can't locate the Wireless Access Point. Solution 1: Check the following. • Your PC is set to Infrastructure Mode. (Access Points are always in Infrastructure Mode) • The SSID on your PC and the Wireless Access Point are the same.
  • Page 152 Wireless Broadband Router. • Wireless Channel If interference is the problem, changing to another channel may show a marked improvement. • Radio Interference Other devices may be causing interference. You can experiment by switching other devices Off, and see if this helps. Any "noisy" devices should be shielded or relocated.

  • Page 153: About Wireless Lans

    9 About Wireless LANs This Chapter provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). 9.1 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.

  • Page 154: Bss/Ess

    9.2 BSS/ESS A group of Wireless Stations and a single Access Point, all using the same ID (SSID), form a Basic Service Set (BSS). Using the same SSID is essential. Devices with different SSIDs are unable to communicate with each other. A group of Wireless Stations, and multiple Access Points, all using the same ID (ESSID), form an Extended Service Set (ESS).

  • Page 155: Channels

    9.3 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 channels are available.

  • Page 156: Wep

    9.4 WEP WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted. This is desirable because it is impossible to prevent snoopers from receiving any data which is transmitted by your Wireless Stations. But if the data is encrypted, then it is meaningless unless the receiver can decrypt it.

  • Page 157: Wpa-Psk

    9.5 WPA-PSK WPA-PSK is another standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted. This is a later standard than WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), and provides greater security for your data. Data is encrypted using a 256Bit key which is automatically generated and changed often.

  • Page 158: Wireless Lan Configuration

    9.6 Wireless LAN Configuration To allow Wireless Stations to use the Access Point, the Wireless Stations and the Access Point must use the same settings, as follows: Mode On client Wireless Stations, the mode must be set to "Infrastructure". (The Access Point is always in "Infrastructure" mode.) Wireless Stations should use the same SSID SSID...

  • Page 159: Specifications

    10 Specifications 10.1 Multi-Function Wireless Broadband Router Model WBR-6000 N_One Wireless Broadband Router Operating 0° C to 40° C Temperature Storage -10° C to 70° C Temperature Network Protocol TCP/IP Network 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection Interface 1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) WAN connection...

  • Page 160: Wireless Interface

    10.2 Wireless Interface Standards IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) Frequency 2.4 to 2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band ) Channels Maximum 14 Channels, depending on regulatory authorities Modulation CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK, OFDM/CCK Data Rate Up to 300 Mbps (802.11n Draft) Security WEP 64Bit, 128Bit, WPA-PSK,WPA2-PSK, MAC address checking...

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