Summary of Contents for MiLAN ShAir Office MIL-W0311
- Page 1 ShAir Office Multi-Function Internet & Wireless Gateway Models MIL-W0311 & MIL-W1311 Broadband Internet Access Wireless Access Point Dial-in RAS Print Server User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION... 1 Wireless Gateway Features ... 1 Package Contents ... 4 Physical Details ... 4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ... 8 Requirements ... 8 Procedure ... 8 CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURATION... 10 Overview ... 10 Configuration Program... 11 Quick Setup Screen ... 13 Wireless Screen... - Page 3 URL Filter ... 66 Virtual Servers... 68 DMZ... 73 CHAPTER 10 ACCESS CONTROL... 75 Overview ... 75 Security Groups Screen... 76 PCs Screen... 78 Filters Screen ... 80 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ... 81 Overview ... 81 General Problems ... 81 Internet Access...
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Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction
ISDN TA on the Serial (RS232) port. Wireless LAN Access Point (base station) for equipment compliant with the IEEE802.11b (DSSS) specifications. Available on the MIL-W1311 (MIL-W0311 with MIL-W1897) Network Printer - LAN and WLAN users can share the printer attached to the Wireless Gateway. -
Page 5: Wireless Features
Wireless Gateway User Guide Multi Segment LAN Support. via the Wireless Gateway's built-in static routing table. If NAT (Network Address Transla- tion) is disabled, the Wireless Gateway will function as a static router. Internet Access Features Shared Internet Access. through the Wireless Gateway, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. -
Page 6: Security Features
Advanced Internet Functions Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy. User-Defined Virtual Servers. on your LAN by using this feature. Special Internet Applications. ing, Telephony, Games Servers, and other special-purpose Servers are supported. DMZ. -
Page 7: Package Contents
Wireless Gateway User Guide NAT Firewall Protection The firewall protection provided by the Wireless Gateway is an intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation). All users on the LAN share a single external IP address. From the external viewpoint, there is no network, only a single device. -
Page 8: Rear Panel
Wireless On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for use. Off - No Wireless connection available. Flashing - Data is transmitted or received via the Wireless access point. This includes "network traffic" as well as user data. Print Error On - Printer error detected. - Page 9 Wireless Gateway User Guide Reset Button This button has three (3) functions: To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values: PCMCIA slot Insert the supplied Wireless PCMCIA card into this slot. Power port (12V) Connect the supplied power adapter here. Reboot.
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Page 10: Dip Switches
DIP Switches DIP Switch Setting 1=off 2=off 1=off 2=on 1=on 2=off 1=on 2=on Restore Default IP Address and Clear Password If the Wireless Gateway's IP Address or password is lost, the following procedure can be used to recover from this situation. Turn the power to the Wireless Gateway OFF. -
Page 11: Chapter 2 Installation
Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Gateway. Requirements Ethernet LAN (10/100BaseT) and the TCP/IP protocol. For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of: A DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage) An analog modem or ISDN TA (for serial port usage) To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b specifications. -
Page 12: Check The Leds
2. Insert Wireless PCMCIA card Ensuring the supplied Wireless PCMCIA card is the right way up, insert it into the slot on the rear. Push it firmly until it clicks into position. 3. Connect LAN Cable Connect a standard LAN cable from a 10BaseT or 100BaseT Hub on your LAN to the “HUB”... -
Page 13: Chapter 3 Configuration
Chapter 3 Configuration This Chapter provides details of the configuration process. Overview This chapter describes the procedure for: Quick setup Wireless access point configuration Using the Status screens PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Con- figuration. -
Page 14: Configuration Program
Configuration Program The Wireless Gateway contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and config- ure it, using your Web Browser. Most Browsers should work, provided they support HTML tables and forms. Preparation Before attempting to configure the Wireless Gateway, please ensure that: Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless Gateway. -
Page 15: Navigation & Data Input
Wireless Gateway User Guide Password If you have assigned a password to the Wireless Gateway (on the Options screen) you will be prompted for the password, as shown below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.) Leave the "User Name"... -
Page 16: Quick Setup Screen
Quick Setup Screen The Quick Setup screen, like the example below, will be displayed when you first connect. Quick Setup - Overview This screen contains all the basic data to make the Wireless Gateway operational. For many users, the default values will be satisfactory, and no changes will be required. Router Most users do not need to change these values. - Page 17 Wireless Gateway User Guide Wireless Access Point To use the Wireless Access Point: All Wireless devices must have the same SSID. Either the Wireless Access Point or the Wireless clients can be changed to ensure this. All Wireless devices must have the same settings for WEP (Wired Equivalent Pri- vacy).
- Page 18 Enable Normally, this should be left at the default value of Enabled. Ethernet Port If no DSL or Cable modem is connected to the WAN (Ethernet) port, then this setting should be Disabled. If Internet access via the Serial Port is Enabled, this setting will be automatically Disabled.
- Page 19 Wireless Gateway User Guide WEP Status This will state "Enabled" or "Disabled". The default is "Disabled". In order to use the Wireless Gateway's access point, the client wireless stations must have the same settings for WEP. To change the Wireless Gateway's WEP settings, use the Wireless screen, described in the following section.
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Page 20: Wireless Screen
Wireless Screen The Wireless Access Point settings must match the other Wireless stations. To change the Wireless Gateway's default settings for the Wireless Access Point, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen. An example screen is shown below. Data –... - Page 21 Wireless Gateway User Guide SSID To communicate, all Wireless stations MUST use the same (ESSID) SSID/ESSID. The default value is default Note! The SSID is case sensitive. Select the value you wish to use on your Wireless LAN. If you experi- Channel No.
- Page 22 This lists the Wireless stations you have entered. If you have not Existing Stations entered any stations, this list will be empty. To delete an entry, select it, and click the "Delete" button. Multiple entries may be selected by hold down the CTRL key while select- ing.
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Page 23: Status Screen
Wireless Gateway User Guide Status Screen Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen. The LAN Status link on the menu will result in a screen like the example below. Data - Status Screen Device Name This shows the name of the device. -
Page 24: Wan Links
DHCP Table Use this link to view the IP Addresses which have been allocated to LAN devices, or the Dial-in user, by the DHCP Server function. The DHCP Table contains the following data: "Reserved" entries are generated for the Dial-in User, and for any PCs for which an IP Address has been reserved. - Page 25 Wireless Gateway User Guide Access Control Log This log shows connection requests which have been blocked by the or the built-in NAT Firewall. Accesses which have been blocked for other reasons (e.g. URL filter, incorrect dial-in pass- word, incorrect WEP settings on the WLAN) are NOT shown in this log. (The "Internet Access Log"...
- Page 26 WAN Status – Direct Connection If the WAN (Ethernet) port is using PPPoE, then clicking the WAN Status link on the Status screen will reveal a screen like the following. Figure 8: WAN Status – Direct Connection Data WAN Status The "Hardware"...
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Page 27: Status Data
Wireless Gateway User Guide WAN Status – PPPoE If the WAN (Ethernet) port is using PPPoE, then clicking the WAN Status link on the Status screen will reveal a screen like the following. Status Data WAN Status Physical Address The "Hardware" address of this device, as seen by other devices on the WAN. -
Page 28: Connection Log Messages
Buttons If not connected, this button will display "Connect" and can be used to Connect Disconnect establish a connection to your ISP If connected to your ISP, this button will display "Disconnect" and can be used to hang up the connection. If PPPoE is not configured, this button will display "N/A"... -
Page 29: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration
Chapter 4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may to be configured: TCP/IP network settings Internet Access configuration Network printer Wireless configuration Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for: Internet access via the Wireless Gateway Printing using the printer attached to the Wireless Gateway. -
Page 30: Using Dhcp
Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows settings. - Page 31 Wireless Gateway User Guide On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If the DNS Server Search Order list is empty, enter the DNS address provided by your ISP in the fields beside the Add button, then click Add. Figure 12: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) Figure 13: DNS Tab (Win 95/98) If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Adminis-...
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Page 32: Internet Access
Internet Access If you are using the Wireless Gateway 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 33: Printing Setup
Wireless Gateway User Guide Printing Setup The Wireless Gateway provides printing support for 2 methods of printing from Windows: Print Port Driver. After installing the Print Port Driver, Windows users can print directly to the Wireless Gateway. Print jobs are spooled (queued) on each PC. The supplied Print Port Driver supports Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows NT4.0, and Windows 2000. -
Page 34: Port Options
If you see the following error message, either install Internet Explorer 4 or later, or follow the procedure in the "Trouble Shooting - Printing" section of Appendix A. A pop-up message will inform you if the port has been created successfully, and then the Windows Add Printer wizard will start. -
Page 35: Retry Interval
Wireless Gateway User Guide Items shown on this screen are as follows: Port If desired, click Browse to select a different device. (The Select Device Port button is provided to allow this software to work with multi-port models.) The Port Name is shown in the Printer's Properties. Check this option to print a banner page before each print job. -
Page 36: Adding The Printer
In the Shared dialog box, enter the shared printer name. The shared name is how other users will see this printer. You should advise client PCs of the Server name and this printer name. Click OK to save and exit. Windows 2000 Server Configuration The LPD/LPR Port is not enabled by default. -
Page 37: Client Pc Setup For Lpd/Lpr Printing
Wireless Gateway User Guide In the Dialog requesting Name of Address of server providing lpd, enter the IP address of the Wireless Gateway. For Name of printer or print queue on that server, enter L1. Click OK, and then Next, and continue the Wizard. At the Select Sharing screen, select the Radio Button for Share As, and enter the shared printer name. -
Page 38: Dial-In Configuration
Dial-in Configuration This section describes how to configure your PC to use the Wireless Gateway's RAS Dial-in feature. To use the RAS Dial-in feature of the Wireless Gateway: An Analog Modem or ISDN TA must be connected to the Serial Port on the Wireless Gateway. - Page 39 Wireless Gateway User Guide Dial-up Networking Properties Log on to network Enable software compression Required encrypted password Require data encryption Network Protocols TCP/IP Settings Using the Dial-in Connection In the Dial-up Networking window, double-click the connection to start the dial-in process. When prompted for a user name and password, enter the Name and Password assigned to you (this is done on the Wireless Gateway's User Details screen).
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Page 40: Macintosh Clients
Macintosh Clients Internet Access From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Gateway. The procedure is as follows. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank. -
Page 41: Linux Clients
Start your X Windows client. Select Control Panel - Network Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be called "eth0". Click the Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this data. To apply your changes Use the "Deactivate"... -
Page 42: Other Unix Systems
Other Unix Systems For Internet Access via the Wireless Gateway Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Wireless Gateway. Ensure your DNS settings are correct. LPD Printing To use LPD printing to the Wireless Gateway's printer, install an LPD printer using the stan- dard procedure for your system. -
Page 43: Chapter 5 Dhcp
Chapter 5 DHCP This Chapter covers the use of DHCP, using either an existing DHCP Server or the Wireless Gateway's DHCP Server function. Overview If your LAN does not use DHCP, and you do not wish to use DHCP, you can ignore this chapter. -
Page 44: To Configure Your Pcs To Use Dhcp
DHCP To Configure your PCs to use DHCP This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 95/98/ME. See Chapter 4 – Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings. -
Page 45: Chapter 6 Serial Port
Chapter 6 Serial Port This Chapter details using the Serial (RS232) Port, either for Internet Access or Dial-in use. Overview The Serial (RS232) port can be used for Internet Access or to provide RAS (Dial-in) access to your LAN. If used for Internet access, the WAN (Ethernet) Port cannot be used. Both Internet Access and Dial-in Access can be enabled simultaneously, but if the modem is in use, a Dial-in user will only get a "busy"... - Page 46 Data - Serial Port Screen Modem Type Select None if nothing is connected to the Serial Port, or you do not wish use to use the Serial Port. For Permanent Connection (leased line): Ensure the Serial Line Speed is set to match the speed on your leased line.
- Page 47 Wireless Gateway User Guide IP Address Select the appropriate option: from ISP Dynamic This is the default, and the most common. Leave this selected if your ISP allocates an IP Address to the Wireless Gateway upon con- nection. Fixed IP Address Select this if your ISP has allocated you a fixed IP Address, then enter the IP Address in the fields provided.
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Page 48: Modem Properties Screen
Status Use this link to view the Serial Port status screen, described later in this chapter. Modem Properties Screen This screen will be displayed when the "Modem Properties" button on the Serial Port screen is clicked. Normally, it is not necessary to access this screen. Data –... - Page 49 Wireless Gateway User Guide Buttons Save the data on this screen. Save Note that if the current modem was not "Other" type, and you changed the Initial String, you can NOT use "Save". You must use "Save as Other" instead. Assign the data shown on screen to the "Other"...
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Page 50: Dial -In Users
Dial -in Users This section describes how to create and manage remote users who wish to use the Wireless Gateway's RAS Dial-in facility. For details of configuring the remote PC to use Dial-in access, refer to Dial-in in Chapter 4 - Client PC Configuration. - Page 51 Wireless Gateway User Guide Dial-in Users Screen This screen is reached via the Dial-in Users link on the Serial Port screen. Data – Dial-in Users Screen Existing Users This lists all users who have Dial-in permission. Dial-in Access If no users have dial-in permission, this list will be empty. Select the user or users you wish to change.
- Page 52 Buttons >> Use the " >> " button to remove Dial-in access for any users selected in the "Dial-in Users" list. << Use the " << " button to allow Dial-in access for any users selected in the "Other Users" list. Delete the selected user or users in the list above the button.
- Page 53 Wireless Gateway User Guide Dial-in Enable dial-in access Enforce connection time limit Call back Use this to suspend or enable dial-in access. This setting can also be changed on the Dial-in Users screen. If checked, the Wireless Gateway will terminate the Dial-in connection after the specified period.
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Page 54: Serial Port Status
Serial Port Status This screen is reached by either of the following: Status Screen - Serial Port Status link Serial Port Screen - Status link. An example screen is shown below. Overview Status - This section displays the current connection status for the serial port connection. Log - Displays log messages relating to the connection status. -
Page 55: Connection Log
Wireless Gateway User Guide Physical Link If operating, the link will show ON. This means the modem was able to connect to the number dialed. PPP Link If ON, a PPP connection was successfully negotiated. PPP IP Address This has 2 possible meanings, depending of the type of connection: User There are 2 possibilities: Phone Line... - Page 56 Start PPP Having established a physical connection, a PPP connection is now being established. PPP up fail The PPP connection could not be established. PPP up successfully The PPP connection was established successfully. Stop PPP The PPP connection was terminated. This will occur at the end of a session, or an error condition.
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Page 57: Chapter 7 Options
Chapter 7 Options This Chapter details the options available on the Wireless Gateway's "Op- tions" screen. Overview An example Options screen is shown below. Password Once a password is entered, it is required in order to change the device configuration. Pass- words are case sensitive and can be up to 8 alphanumeric characters (no spaces or punctuation). -
Page 58: Dns
DNS (Domain Name Server These entries are optional. The main DNS (Domain Name Server) is either provided by your ISP, or entered on the Quick Setup screen. If desired, enter any other DNS IP Addresses here. The first available DNS will be used. NAT (Network Address Translation) NAT allows PCs on your LAN to share a single external (Internet) IP Address. -
Page 59: Routing Table
Wireless Gateway User Guide In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the WAN IP Address of the Wireless Gateway. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Ad- dress, enter ":" followed by the port number.) e.g. -
Page 60: Logical Printers
Printer Object Type Communication Protocol Logical Printers No (L1, L2, L3) Pre-string (HEX) Post-string (HEX) LF to CR/LF Printer Status Printer Status "Refresh" Button Sets the type of printer attached. The default setting is "Laser- Writer". If the attached printer is not a LaserWriter (or compatible), then you must: Install the correct printer driver for the printer on each Apple system requiring printer access... -
Page 61: Chapter 8 Routing
Chapter 8 Routing This Chapter explains the Routing features of the Wireless Gateway. Overview If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, ignore the "Routing" page completely. If the Wireless Gateway is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing"... - Page 62 Data - Routing Screen Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of Enable RIP the Wireless Gateway. The Wireless Gateway supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing Table Select Entry This drop-down list shows all entries in the Routing Table. To view or change an entry, select it, then click the Get Data button.
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Page 63: Router Configuration
Wireless Gateway User Guide Delete Delete the entry selected in the drop-down list, regardless of whether its details are shown on screen. Update the entry selected in the drop-down list, using the data shown on Update screen. List All List all entries in the Routing table. Save Save the RIP setting. -
Page 64: Static Routing - Example
Static Routing - Example For the Wireless Gateway's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Gateway requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address Network Mask Gateway IP Address Interface Metric Entry 2 (Segment 2) -
Page 65: Chapter 9 Advanced Internet
Chapter 9 Advanced Internet This Chapter explains how to use the Wireless Gateway's "Advanced Internet" features. Overview For situations where the Wireless Gateway is being used to provide shared Internet access, the following advanced features are provided. Special Internet Applications URL Filter Virtual Servers This chapter contains details of the configuration and use of each of these features. -
Page 66: Special Internet Applications
Special Internet Applications This feature is only required if you wish to use Internet applications which require 2-way communication, multiple connections, or combined TCP/UDP connections. Examples of such applications are Internet Videoconferencing, Telephony, Games Servers, and other special-purpose Servers. Generally, you will become aware of the need for this feature when an Internet application is unable to function correctly. - Page 67 Wireless Gateway User Guide Managing Special Application Entries Enable Disable As above, but uncheck the Enable checkbox. On the Advanced Internet screen, you can Enable or Disable the Disable all Special Applications feature. Delete Modify (Edit) Create a new entry Data - Special Applications Screen This data must be obtained from the service provider.
- Page 68 Incoming Protocol The protocol (TCP or UDP) used when the application or service sends data to you. Port Range: The start of the range of port numbers used by the application server when Start data is sent to you. If using only one port number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish"...
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Page 69: Url Filter
Wireless Gateway User Guide URL Filter The URL Filter provides a means to block access to undesirable Web sites. The blocking action applies to all PCs accessing the Internet via the Wireless Gateway. Operation The URL Filter feature works by matching the "Filter Strings" (text strings) against the re- quested URL. -
Page 70: Url Filter Screen
URL Filter Screen Data - URL Filter Screen Site List Site List This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this list will be empty. To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" button. Filter String An entry may be a Domain name (e.g. -
Page 71: Virtual Servers
Wireless Gateway User Guide Virtual Servers This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. Attempts to connect to devices on your LAN are blocked by the firewall in this device. - Page 72 Virtual Server Screen The Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Advanced Internet - Virtual Servers link. Data – Virtual Server Screen WAN IP Address This shows the IP Address which Internet users must use to connect Current IP Address to any of your Virtual Servers.
- Page 73 Wireless Gateway User Guide LAN IP Address User Defined Virtual Servers If the type of Server you wish to use is not listed on the Virtual Servers screen, you can define it using this feature. Select Advanced Internet - User Defined Virtual Servers to see a screen like the example below.
- Page 74 Managing User Defined Virtual Servers Enable a Server As above, but uncheck the Enable checkbox. Disable a Server Disable all Servers On the Advanced Internet screen, you can Enable or Disable the Virtual Servers feature. Delete Modify (Edit) Create a new entry Data- User Defined Virtual Servers Screen WAN IP Address Current IP...
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Page 75: Connecting To The Virtual Servers
Wireless Gateway User Guide Internal Port Enter the port number used by the Server to connect to clients. Number External Port The port number used by clients when connecting to the Server. This is Number normally the same as the Internal Port Number. If it is different, this device will perform a "mapping"... -
Page 76: Dmz
This feature, if enabled, allows one (1) computer on your LAN to be exposed to all users on the Internet, allowing unrestricted 2-way communication between the "DMZ" PC and other Internet users or Servers. This allows connection to special-purpose servers which require proprietary client software, or 2-way user connections such as Video-conferencing, which requires both users to run special software. - Page 77 Wireless Gateway User Guide If using DHCP, the LAN IP Address of a PC may change. To solve this problem, you can use either of these methods: WAN IP Address WAN IP Address This is the IP Address that Internet users must use to connect to the "DMZ"...
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Page 78: Chapter 10 Access Control
Chapter 10 Access Control This Chapter explains how to configure and use the Wireless Gateway's "Ac- cess Control" feature. Overview The Access Control feature allows administrators to restrict Internet Access by individual PCs. The process uses "Packet Filtering" to block or discard data packets. By default, no packets are blocked or discarded. -
Page 79: Security Groups Screen
Wireless Gateway User Guide Security Groups Screen The Security Groups screen is reached from the Access Control link on the navigation bar. An example screen is shown below. Note that the Security groups are pre-named "Everyone", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3", and "Group 4". - Page 80 Data – Security Groups Screen The following data is required. Access Rights: Internet Access for this Group No restrictions No packets are blocked. Use this to create an "Unlimited Access" group, or to temporarily remove restrictions. Groups members cannot access the Internet at all. Use this to create the Block all Access most restrictive group.
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Page 81: Pcs Screen
Wireless Gateway User Guide PCs Screen The PCs screen is reached from the Access Control link on the navigation bar. An example screen is shown below. Note that the drop-down box lists all PCs previously entered. If none have been entered, this box will be empty. - Page 82 Details PC Name Enter a name to identify this PC. Network Adapter Hardware address for this PC. You can use the Windows "Winipcfg" Address program or your LAN management program to find this address. Check this if you wish to reserve an IP address for this PC. This is Reserve entry in DHCP Table useful if you have to provide the IP Address for other programs or...
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Page 83: Filters Screen
Wireless Gateway User Guide Filters Screen The Filters screen is reached from the Access Control link on the navigation bar. An example screen is shown below. This screen allows you to define packet filters. When you define security groups, on the "Secu- rity Groups"... -
Page 84: Appendix A Troubleshooting
Appendix A Troubleshooting This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Gateway and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wire- less Gateway still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice. -
Page 85: Wireless Access
Wireless Gateway User Guide which do not function correctly. If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every application, but: It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled. Only one (1) PC can use this feature. When the DMZ feature is being used, the Special Applications and Virtual Server features should be disabled. -
Page 86: Printing
Printing Problem 1: When I tried to install the Printing software for Peer-to-Peer printing, I received an error message and the installation was aborted. This may be caused by an existing installation of the printer port software. Solution 1: Before attempting another installation: Remove the existing installation Restart your PC To remove an existing printer port installation:... - Page 87 Wireless Gateway User Guide Click the Add Port button. On the resulting screen, select Other, then Shared Port, as the port to add, as shown below. Click OK to see the Print Port Configuration screen, as shown below.
- Page 88 Click the Browse Device button, select the desired Wireless Gateway, and click OK. 10. Click OK to return to the Printers folders, and right-click on the Printer. Ensure that the Work off-line option is NOT checked. The Printer should no longer be grayed out, and is ready for use. Problem 3: On my Macintosh, the Wireless Gateway's printer is not listed.
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Page 89: Dial-In Access
Wireless Gateway User Guide Dial-in Access Problem 1: Remote PC can't connect to the Wireless Gateway. Solution 1: Check the settings on the Wireless Gateway Serial Port is Enabled. Dial-in is Enabled. User has been created, and has Dial-in permission. Call-back settings are correct for this user. - Page 90 Problem 3: On the LAN, there is an IP Address conflict involving the Dial-in PC. How do I set the IP Address allocated to the Dial-in PC? This problem can only occur if the Wireless Gateway's DHCP Server is Answer 3: Disabled.
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Page 91: Appendix B About Wireless Lans
Appendix B About Wireless LANs This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: Ad-hoc Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Sta- tions (e.g. -
Page 92: Channels
Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channel are available. -
Page 93: Access Control
Wireless Gateway User Guide Access Control The Access Control feature allows you to determine which Wireless Stations can use the Access Point. You need to identify each Wireless Station by its Hardware or physical Address. On Windows, you can determine the Hardware (physical) Address using WinIPCfg, as follows: Use Start - Run to open the "Run"... -
Page 94: Appendix Cat Commands
Appendix C AT Commands AT Commands This Appendix details the "AT" commands used by modems and ISDN TAs. This information is provided to assist users who are using the Wireless Gateway's serial (RS232 port). It is not relevant to Cable or DSL modems connected to the WAN (Ethernet) port. Required Settings For the Wireless Gateway to use the Serial Port correctly, the modem or ISDN TA must be set as follows. - Page 95 Wireless Gateway User Guide Figure 39: Connection Properties (W95/98) Select Advanced to see the screen below. Figure 40: Advanced Connection (W95/98) Check the option Record a log file. Then click OK and exit. Use Dial-up Networking to make your on-line connection normally. A log file MODEMLOG.TXT will be created in your Windows directory.
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Page 96: Standard At Commands
Standard AT Commands Most modems use the standard AT commands, as shown in the following tables. Consult the manual for your modem to set what AT commands it supports. Note that the trailing "n" in many commands indicates a number. The allowable numbers, and their effect, are listed below the command. - Page 97 Wireless Gateway User Guide ATLn Speaker volume control. n=0-7 ATMn Speaker control Speaker always off Speaker on until carrier is detected Speaker always on Speaker on after last digit dialed, off at carrier detect ATNn Ring volume control, n=0 disables ring function. (n=0..7) Return to on-line state Pulse dial ATQn...
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Page 98: Extended "At&" Commands
Extended "AT&" Commands (Includes RTS/CTS Flow Control Commands) Command Description &Bn Data rate, terminal-to-modem &B1 DTE/DCE rate fixed at DTE setting &Cn Carrier Detect operations &C1 Carrier Detect tracks presence of carrier &Dn Data Terminal Ready (DTR) operations &D2 DTR off causes modem to hang up &F Load the default factory settings, &Kn... -
Page 99: Appendix D Specifications
. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Shielded (STP) network cable is required. MIL-W0311 & MIL-W1311 240mm(W) * 120mm(D) * 35mm(H) 0 C to 40 C... -
Page 100: Pcmcia Wireless Card (Mil-W1311 Only)
PCMCIA Wireless Card (MIL-W1311 only) Interface PCMCIA 68pin, 16bit data Standards IEEE802.11b WLAN, PCMCIA 2.1, JEIDA 4.2 Frequency 2.4 to 2.4835GHz ( Industrial Scientific Medical Band ) Channels Maximum 14 Channels, depending on regulatory authorities Data Rate 11 / 5.5 / 2 / 1 Mbps Coverage Area Closed Space : 25m @11Mbps, 100m @5.5Mbps or lower Power...
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