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LevelOne FBR-1416 User Manual

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FBR-1416
1W, 4L 10/100 Mbps
ADSL Router
User's Manual
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  • Page 1 LevelOne FBR-1416 1W, 4L 10/100 Mbps ADSL Router User’s Manual Ver 1.00-0510...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION..................1 FBR-1416 Features ....................1 Package Contents ....................3 Physical Details ....................3 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ..................5 Requirements......................5 Procedure ......................5 CHAPTER 3 SETUP ..................... 7 Overview........................ 7 Configuration Program ..................8 Home Screen.......................
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 8 MODEM MODE..................72 Overview......................72 Management Connections................. 72 Home Screen....................... 73 ADSL Screen ....................... 74 Operation......................74 Status Screen...................... 75 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................. 77 Overview......................77 General Problems....................77 Internet Access....................78 APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS ................79 ADSL Router .......................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the FBR-1416's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new FBR-1416. The FBR-1416 is a multi- function device providing the following services: • ADSL Modem &Router providing a single unit for both modem and router functions.

  • Page 6: Advanced Internet Functions

    LAN. • DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The FBR-1416 can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN. Configuration & Management •...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no network, only a single device - the FBR-1416. •...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    To do this, press and hold the Reset Button for five (5) Defaults) seconds, until the Status LED is lit, then release the Reset Button, and wait for the FBR-1416 to restart using the factory default values. WAN port Connect this port to your ADSL line, using the supplied cable.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Installation

    LAN cable. Any LAN port on the FBR-1416 will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required. 3. Connect ADSL Cable Connect the supplied ADSL cable from to the WAN port on the FBR-1416 (the RJ11 connector) to the ADSL terminator provided by your phone company.
  • Page 10 4. Power Up Connect the supplied power adapter to the FBR-1416 and power up. Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage 5. Check the LEDs • The Power LED should be ON. •...

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Setup

    PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration. Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the FBR-1416 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

    IP Address during configuration. Using your Web Browser To establish a connection from your PC to the FBR-1416: 1. After installing the FBR-1416 in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already running, restart it. 2. Start your WEB browser.
  • Page 13 Setup If you can't connect If the FBR-1416 does not respond, check the following: • The FBR-1416 is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: •...

  • Page 14: Home Screen

    Log Out - When finished, you should click this button to logout. • Restart - Use this if you wish to restart the FBR-1416. Note that restarting the Router will break any existing connections to or through the Router. Navigation & Data Input •...

  • Page 15: Setup Wizard

    Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the FBR-1416, you should run the Setup Wizard by clicking on the WAN Wizard link. 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. • You need the data supplied by your ISP. Most connection methods require some data input.
  • Page 16 IPoA Normally, the connection is a) ADSL parameters (VPI and (IP over ATM) "Always on". VCI) may be required, if they cannot be detected automatically. b) IP Address allocated to you, and related information, such as Network Mask, Gateway IP address, and DNS address.

  • Page 17: Mode Screen

    Setup Mode Screen Use the Mode link on the main menu to reach the Mode screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 6: Mode Screen Data - Mode Screen Device Mode This field displays the current name of this device. Device Name Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")

  • Page 18: Lan Screen

    Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the FBR-1416, 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 19 You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another DHCP Server, rather than the FBR-1416's, the following procedure is required. 1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the FBR-1416. This setting is on the LAN screen.

  • Page 20: Password Screen

    Re-enter the new password here. password You will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. Figure 9: Password Dialog • The "User Name" is always admin • Enter the password for the FBR-1416, as set on the Password screen above.

  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    FBR-1416. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings. The FBR-1416 uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC. TCP/IP Settings - Overview If using the default FBR-1416 settings, and the default Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
  • Page 22 Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the FBR-1416 will act as a DHCP Server. Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the FBR-1416. Using "Specify an IP Address" If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making...
  • Page 23 PC Configuration • On the Gateway tab, enter the FBR-1416'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 FBR-1416. Figure 12: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) •...
  • Page 24 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 14: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
  • Page 25 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 FBR-1416. To set this: • Click the Advanced button on the screen above.
  • Page 26 Figure 16 - 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 Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.
  • Page 27 PC Configuration 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 18: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 28 If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes. • Enter the FBR-1416's IP address in the Default gateway field and click OK. (Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the FBR- 1416.) •...
  • Page 29 PC Configuration 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 20: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4.
  • Page 30 If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes. • In the Default gateway field, enter the FBR-1416's IP address and click OK. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the FBR- 1416.

  • Page 31: Internet Access

    9. Click Finish to close the New Connection Wizard. Setup is now completed. Accessing AOL To access AOL (America On Line) through the FBR-1416, 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: •...

  • Page 32: Macintosh Clients

    • Ensure your DNS settings are correct. Linux Clients To access the Internet via the FBR-1416, it is only necessary to set the FBR-1416 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.

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    This Chapter details the operation of the FBR-1416 and the status screens. Operation Once both the FBR-1416 and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Features for further details.
  • Page 34 This shows the status of the DHCP Server function. The DHCP Server value will be "Enabled" or "Disabled". This shows the MAC Address for the FBR-1416, as seen MAC Address on the LAN interface. System The current name of the FBR-1416. This is also the Device Name "hostname"...

  • Page 35: Connection Status - Pppoe & Pppoa

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPPoE & PPPoA If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) or PPPoA (PPP over ATM), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 23: PPPoE/PPPoA Status Screen Data –...

  • Page 36: Connection Details - Dynamic Ip Address

    Lease Expires expires. Buttons Release If an IP Address has been allocated to the FBR-1416 (by the ISP's DHCP Server, clicking the "Release" button will break the connection and release the IP Address. Renew If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for the FBR-1416, clicking the "Renew"...
  • Page 37 Operation and Status...

  • Page 38: Connection Details - Fixed Ip Address

    Connection Details - Fixed IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a fixed IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 25: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed IP address Screen Internet The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users.

  • Page 39: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the FBR-1416's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided: • Advanced Internet • • URL filter • Dynamic DNS • Firewall Rules • Firewall Services •...

  • Page 40: Url Filter

    The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only enable the DMZ feature when required. 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.
  • Page 41 Advanced Features Data - URL Filter Screen Current Filter Strings The list contains the current list of items to block. Current Filter Strings • To add to the list, use the "Add" option below. • To delete an entry, select it and click Delete button. •...

  • Page 42: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    3. Enter your DDNS data in the FBR-1416's DDNS screen. 4. The FBR-1416 will then automatically ensure that your current IP Address is recorded at the DDNS service. This is called an "IP address update". If the DDNS service supplies some software to perform this task, you should NOT use this software.
  • Page 43 Advanced Features DDNS Data Select the desired DDNS Service provider. Service Provider Enter the domain name allocated to you by the DDNS Service. Host Name If you have more than one name, enter the name you wish to use. Enter the login name for your account on the DDNS web site. User Name Enter your current password for the login name above.

  • Page 44: Firewall Rules

    Firewall Rules The Firewall Rules screen allows you to define "Firewall Rules" which can allow or prevent certain traffic. By default: • All Outgoing traffic is permitted. • All Incoming traffic is denied. "Traffic" means incoming connection attempts, not packets. Because of this default behavior, any Outgoing rules will generally Block traffic, and Incoming rules will generally Allow traffic.
  • Page 45 Advanced Features rule will be sent. Address WAN Users The WAN IP address or addresses covered by this rule. Indicates whether or not connections covered by this rule should be logged. Use the Add button to create a new rule. Buttons The other buttons - Edit, Move, or Delete - require that a rule be selected first.
  • Page 46 Figure 30: Inbound Services Screen Data – Incoming Rules Screen Inbound Services Select the desired Service. This determines which packets are Service covered by this rule. If necessary, you can define a new Service on the "Services" screen, by defining the protocols and port numbers used by the Service.
  • Page 47 Advanced Features This determines whether packets covered by this rule are logged. Select the desired action. • Always - always log traffic considered by this rule, whether it matches or not. (This is useful when debugging your rules.) • Never - never log traffic considered by this rule, whether it matches or not.
  • Page 48 Outgoing Rules (Outbound Services) This screen is displayed when the "Add" or "Edit" button for Outgoing Rules is clicked. Figure 31: Outbound Services Screen Data - Outbound Rules Screen Outbound Services Select the desired Service or application to be covered by this Service rule.
  • Page 49 Advanced Features Select the desired option to determine which PCs are covered by LAN Users this rule: • Any - All PCs are covered by this rule. • Single PC - Only the selected PC is covered by this rule. If selected, you must select the PC.

  • Page 50: Firewall Services

    Firewall Services This screen is used to add your own services to the list of Services which are available when creating Firewall Rules. Figure 32: Services Screen Data – Services Services Services List This lists all Services you have defined. If you have not defined any services, this list will be empty.
  • Page 51 Advanced Features Add/Edit Service This screen is displayed when the Add or Edit button on the Services screen is clicked. Figure 33 : Add/Edit Service Data – Add/Edit Service Services Name If editing, this shows the current name of the Service. If adding a new service, this will be blank, and you should enter a suitable name.

  • Page 52: Options

    Figure 34: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Internet • Respond to If checked, the FBR-1416 will respond to Ping (ICMP) Ping packets received from the Internet. • If not checked, Ping (ICMP) packets from the Internet will be ignored. Disabling this option provides a slight increase in security.

  • Page 53: Schedule

    Advanced Features Schedule This Schedule can be used for the Firewall Rules and the URL filter. Figure 35: Schedule Screen Data – Default Schedule Screen Schedule Every Day If selected, all days of the week are included. You do not have to select the days.
  • Page 54 Server the Server's IP address in the fields provided.. If this setting is not enabled, the default NTP Servers are used. This displays the current time on the FBR-1416. Current Time...

  • Page 55: Virtual Servers

    Advanced Features 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 56: Virtual Servers Screen

    Virtual Servers Screen • The "Virtual Servers" feature allows Internet Users to access PCs on your LAN. • The PCs must be running the appropriate Server Software. • For Internet Users, ALL of your Servers have the same IP address. This IP address is allocated by your ISP.

  • Page 57: Connecting To The Virtual Servers

    Advanced Features Connecting to the Virtual Servers Once configured, anyone on the Internet can connect to your Virtual Servers. They must use the Internet IP Address (the IP Address allocated to you by your ISP). e.g. http://203.70.212.52 ftp://203.70.212.52 It is more convenient if you are using a Fixed IP Address from your ISP, rather than Dynamic.

  • Page 58: Chapter 7 Advanced Administration

    "Virtual Server". This database is maintained automatically, but you can add and delete entries for PCs which use a Fixed (Static) IP Address. Backup or restore the configuration file for the FBR-1416. This file Config File contains all the configuration data.

  • Page 59: Pc Database

    By default, non-Server versions of Windows act as "DHCP Clients"; this setting is called "Obtain an IP Address automatically". • The FBR-1416 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 60 Data - PC Database Screen This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) Known PCs type. The "type" indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN. Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this matches the PC's "hostname".
  • Page 61 DCHP Client - Reserved IP Address - Select this if the PC is set to be a DCHP client, and you wish to guarantee that the FBR-1416 will always allocate the same IP Address to this PC. Enter the required IP address.
  • Page 62 MAC address is - Enter the MAC address on the PC. The MAC address is also called the "Hardware Address", "Physical Address", or "Network Adapter Address". The FBR-1416 uses this to provide a unique identifier for each PC. Because of this, the MAC address can NOT be left blank.

  • Page 63: Config File

    Advanced Administration Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the FBR-1416, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the FBR-1416, by uploading it to the FBR-1416.

  • Page 64: Logging

    Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the FBR-1416, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC. Use the E-mail screen to configure this feature.
  • Page 65 Advanced Administration Include in Log Include Use these checkboxes to determine which events are included in the log. Checking all options will increase the Checkboxes size of the log, so it is good practice to disable any events which are not really required. •...

  • Page 66: E-Mail

    E-mail This screen allows you to E-mail Logs and Alerts. A sample screen is shown below. Figure 42: E-mail Screen Data – E-mail Screen E-Mail Notification Turn E-mail Check this box to enable this feature. If enabled, the E-mail notification On address information (below) must be provided.
  • Page 67 Advanced Administration E-mail Alerts You can choose to have alerts E-mailed to you, by checking Send E-mail alerts the desired checkboxes. The FBR-1416 can send an immediate alert when it detects a significant security incident immediately such as • A known hacker attack is directed at your IP address •...

  • Page 68: Network Diagnostics

    Network 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 43: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping IP Address Enter the IP address you wish to ping.

  • Page 69: Remote Administration

    Advanced Administration Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the FBR-1416 via the Internet. Figure 44: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To connect, see below).
  • Page 70 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet (WAN Port) IP Address of the FBR-1416. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.) e.g.

  • Page 71: Routing

    If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the FBR-1416 is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers. •...
  • Page 72 Figure 45: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen RIP Direction Select the desired RIP Direction. Choose the RIP Version for the Server. RIP Version Static Routing Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Table Entries • This area shows details of the selected item in the list.

  • Page 73: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    It is essential that all IP packets for devices not on the local LAN be passed to the FBR-1416, so that they can be forwarded to the external LAN, WAN, or Internet. To achieve this, the local LAN must be configured to use the FBR-1416 as the Default Route or Default Gateway.
  • Page 74 For the FBR-1416's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the FBR-1416 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 (FBR-1416's local Router)

  • Page 75: Upgrade Firmware Screen

    Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware Screen The firmware (software) in the FBR-1416 can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade Firmware on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following.

  • Page 76: Chapter 8 Modem Mode

    Chapter 8 Modem Mode This Chapter explains configuration and operation when in "Modem" (also called "Bridge") mode. Overview There are two modes available on the Mode screen. • Router - Both the ADSL Modem and the Router features are operational. In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all your LAN users.

  • Page 77: Home Screen

    Modem Mode Home Screen If in Modem mode, the home screen will look like the example below. Figure 48: Home Screen - Modem Mode Note that the menu has changed, many of the options in Router mode are not available. The screens available are: •...

  • Page 78: Adsl Screen

    ADSL Screen This screen is used to set the ADSL parameter used by the modem. Figure 49: ADSL Screen Data - ADSL Screen Multiplexing Method Check with your ISP or DSL service provider to find whether your Multiplexing Method is VC-BASED or LLC- BASED.

  • Page 79: Status Screen

    Modem Mode Status Screen In Modem mode, the Status screen looks like the example below. Figure 50: Status Screen - Bridge Mode Data - Status Screen (Bridge Mode) Modem ADSL Firmware The version of the Firmware currently installed. Version Modem Status This indicates the status of the ADSL modem component.
  • Page 80 System The current name of the ADSL Modem. This is also the Device Name "hostname" provided to ISPs who request this information. The version of the current firmware installed. Firmware Version...

  • Page 81: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the FBR-1416 and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the FBR-1416 still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 82: Internet Access

    • If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, check the FBR-1416. Ensure that it is connected and ON. Connect to it and check its settings. (If you can't connect to it, check the LAN and power connections.) •...

  • Page 83: Appendix B Specifications

    Appendix B Specifications ADSL Router Model FBR-1416 ADSL Interface T1.413, G.DMT, G.lite, multi-mode Dimensions 189mm(W) * 122mm(D) * 33mm(H) Operating 0° C to 40° C Temperature Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP 4 * 10/100Mbps (RJ45) LAN connection...

  • Page 84: Regulatory Approvals

    Regulatory Approvals 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. 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 communications.
  • Page 85 If you would like a copy of the GPL or other open source code in this software on a physical CD medium, LevelOne (Digital Data Communications) offers to mail this CD to you upon request, for a price of US$9.99 plus the cost of shipping.

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