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  • Page 1 ® A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. Wireless-G 802.11g VPN Broadband Router WIRELESS WRV54G Model No.
  • Page 2 Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like this: Figure 0-1: Sample Figure Description Figure numbers and descriptions can also be found in the “List of Figures” section in the “Table of Contents”. WRV54G-UG-60306D JL...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode Network Layout Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) Why do I need a VPN? What is a VPN? Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Back Panel...
  • Page 4 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - Firewall The Security Tab - VPN The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Access Restrictions Tab - VPN Client Access The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering The Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The Administration Tab - Management...
  • Page 5 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP Overview Before You Begin Installing the LInksys QuickVPN Software Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP Computer and the Router Introduction Environment...
  • Page 6 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router List of Figures Figure 2-1: Network Diagram Figure 3-1: VPN Router to VPN Router Figure 3-2: Computer to VPN Router Figure 4-1: Back Panel Figure 4-2: Front Panel Figure 5-1: Connect to LAN Ports Figure 5-2: Connect to Internet Port Figure 5-3: Connect to Power Port Figure 5-4: Connect to Internet Port Figure 5-5: Connect to Power Port...
  • Page 7 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Figure 6-21: Security Tab - VPN Figure 6-22: Local Secure Group - Subnet and Remote Secure Group - Subnet Figure 6-23: Local Secure Group - IP Address and Remote Secure Group - IP Address Figure 6-24: Local Secure Group - IP Range and Remote Secure Group - IP Range Figure 6-25: Local Secure Group - Host and Remote Secure Group - Host Figure 6-26: Local Secure Group - Subnet and Remote Secure Group - Any Figure 6-27: Remote Secure Group - Any and Remote Secure Gateway - FQDN...
  • Page 8 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Figure 7-3: Operator Agreement Figure 7-4: Business Contact Information Figure 7-5: Credit Card Information Figure 7-6: Select a Username and Password Figure 7-7: Confirmation Figure 7-8: Registration Complete Figure 7-9: Device Location Figure 7-10: Onsite Contact Figure 7-11: Device Configuration Figure 7-12: View/Edit Settings Figure 7-13: Your Location Page...
  • Page 9 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Figure D-3: IP Filter List Tab Figure D-4: IP Filter LIst Figure D-5: Filters Properties Figure D-6: New Rule Properties Figure D-7: IP Filter List Figure D-8: Filters Properties Figure D-9: New Rule Properties Figure D-10: IP Filter List Tab Figure D-11: Filter Action Tab Figure D-12: Security Methods Tab Figure D-13: Authentication Methods...
  • Page 10 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Figure E-8: Security - VPN Screen (Key Management) Figure E-9: Advanced Tunnel Setup Screen Figure E-10: Access Restrictions - VPN Client Access Screen Figure E-11: Diagram of VPN Tunnel between VPN Router 1 and VPN Client Figure E-12: QuickVPN Desktop Icon Figure E-13: QuickVPN Software - Profile Figure E-14: Connecting...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 1: Introduction Welcome Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router. The Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router will allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely. How does the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet connection over a network.

  • Page 12: What's In This Guide

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router You should always use the Setup CD-ROM when you first install the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks.
  • Page 13 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Appendix D: Configuring IPSec between a Windows 2000 or XP PC and the Router This appendix instructs you on how to establish a secure IPSec tunnel using preshared keys to join a private network inside the VPN Router and a Windows 2000 or XP PC. •...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network Network Topology A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless network.

  • Page 15: Figure 2-1: Network Diagram

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the Notebook Adapters (WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Adapter (WMP54G, WMP11) for your desktop PC, and USB Adapter (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Broadband Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2, WPS11) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G, WET11).

  • Page 16: Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (Vpn)

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 3: Planning Your Virtual Private Network (VPN) Why do I need a VPN? Computer networking provides a flexibility not available when using an archaic, paper-based system. With this flexibility, however, comes an increased risk in security. This is why firewalls were first introduced. Firewalls help to protect data inside of a local network.

  • Page 17: What Is A Vpn

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router data to a new destination. Even though the data is not received by its intended recipient, it appears that way to the person sending the data. These are only a few of the methods hackers use and they are always developing more. Without the security of your VPN, your data is constantly open to such attacks as it travels over the Internet.

  • Page 18: Figure 3-1: Vpn Router To Vpn Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router and the Router”). Other versions of Microsoft operating systems require additional, third-party VPN client software applications that support IPSec to be installed. VPN Router to VPN Router An example of a VPN Router-to-VPN Router VPN would be as follows. At home, a telecommuter uses his VPN Router for his always-on Internet connection.

  • Page 19: Chapter 4: Getting To Know The Wireless-G Vpn Broadband Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Back Panel The Router’s ports, where a network cable is connected, are located on the back panel. Figure 4-1: Back Panel Internet The Internet port connects to your cable or DSL modem. LAN (1-4) The LAN (Local Area Network) ports connect to your PCs and other network devices.

  • Page 20: The Front Panel

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Front Panel The Router's LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel. Figure 4-2: Front Panel Power Green. The Power LED lights up when the Router is powered on. Red.

  • Page 21: Chapter 5: Connecting The Wireless-G Vpn Broadband Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 5: Connecting the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Overview To begin installation of the Router, you will connect the Router to your PCs, other network devices, and cable or DSL modem. If you want to use a PC with an Ethernet adapter to configure the Router, continue to “Wired Connection to a PC.”...

  • Page 22: Wireless Connection To A Pc

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless Connection to a PC If you want to use a wireless connection to access the Router, follow these instructions: 1. Make sure that all of your network’s hardware is powered off, including the Router, PCs, and cable or DSL modem.

  • Page 23: Chapter 6: Configuring The Wireless-G Vpn Broadband Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Overview Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then follow the steps in this chapter and use the Router’s Web-based Utility to configure the Router.
  • Page 24 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Advanced Wireless Settings. For advanced users, you can alter data transmission settings on this screen. Security • Firewall. On this screen, you can configure a variety of filters to enhance the security of your network. •...

  • Page 25: How To Access The Web-Based Utility

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Local Network. This provides status information about the local network. • Wireless. Status information about the wireless network is displayed here. • System Performance. Status information is provided for all network traffic. • VPN Clients. This screen provides status information about the Router’s VPN clients. How to Access the Web-based Utility To access the web-based utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field.

  • Page 26: Figure 6-3: Internet Connection Type - Static Ip

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Static IP If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Static IP. IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the WAN, or the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.

  • Page 27: Figure 6-5: Internet Connection Type - Pptp

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router PPTP Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe and Israel only. IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the WAN, or the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.
  • Page 28 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Network Setup The Network Setup section allows you to change the Router’s local network settings. Gateway IP The Router’s Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. In most cases, you should keep the defaults. Local IP Address.

  • Page 29: The Setup Tab - Ddns

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - DDNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Router.

  • Page 30: The Setup Tab - Mac Address Clone

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone The Router’s MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification, like a social security number. Some ISPs require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router using the MAC Address Clone feature.

  • Page 31: The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing The Advanced Routing screen allows you to configure the dynamic and static routing settings. Advanced Routing Operating Mode. Select Gateway or Router from the drop-down menu. If this Router is hosting your network’s connection to the Internet, keep the default, Gateway.

  • Page 32: Figure 6-10: Routing Table Entry List

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router network is 192.168.1, with the last digit determining the Router’s place on the network. Therefore you would enter the IP address 192.168.1.0 if you wanted to route to the Router’s entire network, rather than just to the Router.

  • Page 33: The Setup Tab - Hot Spot

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Setup Tab - Hot Spot The Hot Spot tab is for business owners who want to generate revenue by turning the Router into a commercial Hot Spot using Boingo Hot Spot in a Box ® ™...

  • Page 34: The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings The basic settings for wireless networking are configured on this screen. Wireless Network Wireless Network Mode. From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your network.

  • Page 35: The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security mode options supported by the Router: WPA Pre-Shared Key, WPA RADIUS, RADIUS, and WEP. (WPA stands for Wi- Fi Protected Access, which is a security standard stronger than WEP encryption.

  • Page 36: Figure 6-15: Wireless Security - Radius

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router RADIUS. This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP address and port number in the RADIUS Server IP Address and RADIUS Server Port fields.

  • Page 37: The Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access This screen allows you to control access to your wireless network. Wireless Network Access Access List. To allow the designated computers to access your network, select the Permit to access radio button.

  • Page 38: The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an advanced user as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance. Advanced Wireless Authentication Type.
  • Page 39 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router smaller than the preset RTS threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will not be enabled. The Router sends Request to Send (RTS) frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS) frame to acknowledge the right to begin transmission.

  • Page 40: The Security Tab - Firewall

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - Firewall When you click the Security tab, you will see the Firewall screen. The Router’s firewall enhances the security of your network. You can also enable a variety of filters to further protect your network. Firewall Firewall Protection.

  • Page 41: The Security Tab - Vpn

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Security Tab - VPN Virtual Private Networking (VPN) is a security measure that basically creates a secure connection between two remote locations. This connection is very specific as far as its settings are concerned; this is what creates the security.

  • Page 42: Figure 6-23: Local Secure Group - Ip Address And Remote Secure Group - Ip Address

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router direct the traffic to the correct computer. The screen will change depending on the selected option. The options are described below. Subnet. Enter the IP Address and Mask of the local VPN Broadband Router in the fields provided. To allow access to the entire IP subnet, enter 0 for the last set of IP Addresses.

  • Page 43: Figure 6-27: Remote Secure Group - Any And Remote Secure Gateway - Fqdn

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Encryption. Using encryption also helps make your connection more secure. There are two different types of encryption: DES or 3DES (3DES is recommended because it is more secure). You may choose either of these, but it must be the same type of encryption that is being used by the VPN device at the other end of the tunnel. Or, you may choose to disable this feature.

  • Page 44: Figure 6-30: Key Exchange Method - Manual

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Encryption Algorithm. Select a method of encryption, DES or 3DES. This determines the length of the key used to encrypt or decrypt ESP packets. DES is 56-bit encryption and 3DES is 168-bit encryption. 3DES is recommended because it is more secure. Make sure both ends of the VPN tunnel use the same encryption method.

  • Page 45: Figure 6-31: Advanced Vpn Tunnel Setup

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup Click the Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup button, and the Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup screen will appear. These advanced IPSec settings are for advanced users. Phase 1 Phase 1 is used to create a security association (SA), often called the IKE SA. After Phase 1 is completed, Phase 2 is used to create one or more IPSec SAs, which are then used to key IPSec sessions.
  • Page 46 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Key Life Time. In the Key Lifetime field, you may optionally select to have the key expire at the end of a time period of your choosing. Enter the number of seconds you’d like the key to be used until a re-key negotiation between each endpoint is completed.

  • Page 47: The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as Internet access, designated services, websites, and inbound traffic during specific days and times. Internet Access Policy.

  • Page 48: Figure 6-34: List Of Pcs

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 9. Then enter the range of ports you want to filter. If the service you want to block is not listed or you want to edit a service’s settings, then click the Add/Edit Service button. Then the Port Services screen will appear. To add a service, enter the service’s name in the Service Name field.
  • Page 49 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. Decide which days and what times you want this policy to be enforced. Select the individual days during which the policy will be in effect, or select Everyday. Then enter a range of hours and minutes during which the policy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.

  • Page 50: The Access Restrictions Tab - Vpn Client Access

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Access Restrictions Tab - VPN Client Access The Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router offers a free Linksys QuickVPN utility for Windows 2000 or XP. (For more information, refer to “Appendix D: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP.”) If the Router has VPN clients using this utility, then you can designate the VPN clients and their passwords on this screen.

  • Page 51: The Applications And Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding The Port Forwarding screen sets up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming.

  • Page 52: The Applications And Gaming Tab - Port Triggering

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering Port Triggering is used for special Internet applications whose outgoing ports differ from the incoming ports. For this feature, the Router will watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The Router will remember the IP address of the computer that sends a transmission requesting data, so that when the requested data returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping rules.

  • Page 53: The Applications And Gaming Tab - Upnp Forwarding

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding The UPnP Forwarding screen provides options for customization of port services for applications. UPnP Forwarding Application. In this field, enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters. Ext.

  • Page 54: The Applications And Gaming Tab - Dmz

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ The DMZ screen allows one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming and videoconferencing, through Software DMZ, or a user can use LAN Port 4 as a DMZ port, through Hardware DMZ.

  • Page 55: The Administration Tab - Management

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Management The Management screen allows you to change the Router’s access settings as well as configure the SNMP and UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) features. Router Password Local Router Access To ensure the Router’s security, you will be asked for your password when you access the Router’s Web-based Utility.
  • Page 56 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Identification Contact. Enter the name of the network administrator for the Router, as well as a contact number or e-mail address. Device Name. Enter the name of the Router. Location. Enter the location of the Router. For example, you could include the name of the building, floor number, and room location, such as Head Office - Floor 5 - Networking 3.

  • Page 57: The Administration Tab - Log

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Log When you click the Administration tab, you will see the Log screen. The Log screen provides you with options for email alerts and a log of all incoming and outgoing URLs or IP addresses for your Internet connection. Email Alert Email Alerts.
  • Page 58 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Log Time Threshold. You can designate how often the log will be e-mailed to you. The default is 10 minutes, so unless you change this setting, the Router will e-mail the log to you every 10 minutes. The Router will e-mail the log every time the Log Queue Length or Log Time Threshold is reached.

  • Page 59: The Administration Tab - Diagnostics

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Diagnostics The ping test allows you to check the connections of your network components. Ping Test Ping Test Parameters Ping Target IP. Enter the IP address of the network device whose connection you wish to test. No.

  • Page 60: The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults The Factory Defaults screen allows you to restore the Router’s configuration to its factory default settings. Factory Defaults Restore Factory Defaults. To clear all of the Router’s settings and reset them to its factory defaults, click the Yes radio button.

  • Page 61: The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade screen allows you to upgrade the Router’s firmware. Do not upgrade the firmware unless you are experiencing problems with the Router or the new firmware has a feature you want to use. Note: The Router will lose all of the settings you have customized.

  • Page 62: The Status Tab - Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Router The Router screen displays information about the Router and its current settings. The on-screen information will vary depending on the Internet Connection Type selected on the Setup screen. Information Hardware Version. This shows the installed version and date of the hardware. Software Version.

  • Page 63: The Status Tab - Local Network

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Local Network The Local Network screen displays information about the local network. Local Network IP Address. The Router’s local IP Address is shown here. Subnet Mask. The Router’s Subnet Mask is shown here. DHCP Server.

  • Page 64: Figure 6-49: Status Tab - Wireless

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - Wireless The Wireless screen displays status information about your wireless network. Wireless MAC Address. The MAC Address of the Router’s wireless network interface is displayed here. Mode. As selected from the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless mode (Mixed, G-Only, or Disabled) used by the network.

  • Page 65: The Status Tab - System Performance

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - System Performance The System Performance screen displays status information about network traffic for the Internet, wireless activities, and wired connectivity. System Performance Internet/Wireless Statistics for the network traffic on the Internet connection and wireless connectivity are shown in two separate columns.
  • Page 66 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Packets Sent. The number of packets sent is displayed here. Bytes Received. The number of bytes received is shown here. Bytes Sent. The number of bytes sent is shown here. Error Packets Received. The number of error packets received is displayed here. Dropped Packets Received.

  • Page 67: The Status Tab - Vpn Clients

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router The Status Tab - VPN Clients The VPN Client Status screen displays status information about the Router’s VPN clients. VPN Client Status VPN Client Users Display. Select the group of VPN client users whose information you wish to see. No.

  • Page 68: Chapter 7: Boingo™ Hot Spot In A Box® Program For Hot Spot Businesses

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Chapter 7: Boingo Businesses Program Overview Boingo Hot Spot in a Box is a program for businesses that want to offer wireless networking services for their customers. Enabling the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box feature will turn the Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router into a commercial hot spot.

  • Page 69: How The Boingo Hot Spot In A Box Feature Impacts The Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Boingo will pay you $1.00 every day that a Boingo monthly subscriber or roaming system user connects to one of your locations and $4.00 every day that someone connects using a Boingo AsYouGo day connection. •...

  • Page 70: Excellent Customer Support

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Excellent Customer Support Toll-free technical support is available from Boingo's staff of Wi-Fi experts. For questions or problems related to the Boingo Hot Spot in a Box program, the Boingo Wi-Fi service, or your sales/usage commissions, please contact Boingo Wireless Customer Support at: Phone: 1-800-380-4082Monday through Friday 4:00 am to 10:00 pm (Pacific Standard Time) Saturday and Sunday...

  • Page 71: Figure 7-1: Registration Login

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 2: Registration Process 1. The Registration Login screen will appear. In the First Hot Spot in a Box Registration Process section, click the Register as a Hot Spot in a Box Owner button to register for the first time, and then go to the next step on this page (step 2).

  • Page 72: Figure 7-3: Operator Agreement

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The Hot Spot Operator Agreement will appear. Read the terms of the agreement, and then if you agree with the terms, click the I Agree button. 4. The Business Contact Information screen will appear. Enter the contact information for the person who will receive commission checks and correspondence from Boingo.

  • Page 73: Figure 7-5: Credit Card Information

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 5. The Credit Card Information screen will appear. Enter the Name, Address, City, State, and Zip Code. Then select the appropriate Card Type. Enter the Card Number, and select the Expiration Date. When finished, click the Continue button. You will be charged a one-time fee of $10.00 for marketing materials.

  • Page 74: Figure 7-7: Confirmation

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. The Confirmation screen will appear. Review your Business Contact Information and Credit Card Information. If you want to make any changes. click the Edit button under the section that you want to edit. When finished, click the Continue button.

  • Page 75: Figure 7-9: Device Location

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 3: Device Configuration Wizard 1. The Device Setup Location screen will appear. Enter the Location Name. Then describe where the device is placed at the location. Select the Location Type. Enter the Phone number, Address, City, State, Postal Zip Code, and Country in the fields provided.

  • Page 76: Figure 7-11: Device Configuration

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The Device Configuration screen will appear. Most Hot Spot operators will not need to change the default settings. To view or edit the settings, click View Settings. When finished, click the Continue button. 4. If you click the View Settings button, the View/Edit Settings screen will appear. The Wireless Settings, Network Settings, and DNS Settings are listed.

  • Page 77: Figure 7-13: Your Location Page

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 5. The Your Location Page screen will appear. Enter the information that your customers will see on the webpage that they will use to log on to the Internet. You can customize the page by adding the name of your Hot Spot, a message or description (255 character limit), and your company logo.

  • Page 78: Figure 7-15: Free Access

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 6. The Free Access for Friends and Family screen will appear. Use this feature to set up free Internet access accounts through the Hot Spot in a Box device for your family, friends, and employees. You will need the MAC Address of the wireless adapter or card for each computer that will be used.

  • Page 79: Figure 7-16: Confirmation

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. The Confirmation screen will appear. You may review and edit all of your settings for Location, Onsite Contact, Wireless Settings, Network Settings, DNS Settings, Location Page, and Free Access for Friends and Family. In the Location Page section, you can add a logo if you didn’t previously. To add a logo, save a copy of the logo (GIF or JPEG format only) to the computer, and then click the New button.

  • Page 80: Figure 7-17: Almost Done

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 8. The Almost Done screen will appear. Read the information, and then click the Complete Device Setup button to save all of your settings. Step 4: Return to the Device After the Hot Spot tab reappears, click the Refresh button. A screen will appear to notify you that you are online. Complete the configuration of the Router.

  • Page 81: Administration Site

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Administration Site The Boingo Hot Spot in a Box Administration site provides you with the tools you need to manage your device. The site allows you to do the following: • Change your billing contact person •...

  • Page 82: Figure 7-18: Administration Login

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Login To access the Administration site, enter your user name and password in the fields provided. Then, click the Login button. Home This is the view displayed when you log in to the Boingo Administration Site. It is also the screen you will see whenever you click on Home in the left column.

  • Page 83: Figure 7-20: Device View

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Log out. Use this screen to log you out of the Boingo Administration Site. • Help. This screen provides additional information. • Navigation Bar at the Top The links in the top navigation bar vary depending on the view selected. These links may include the following: •...

  • Page 84: Figure 7-21: Edit Current Configuration

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • Navigation Bar at the Top The links in the top navigation bar will change. All of these links are now specific to the device that you selected. The “Sales Commissions” and “Past Statements” links will disappear (these reports are not device-specific).

  • Page 85: Figure 7-23: User Statistics

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • User Statistics Report. This shows the statistics of the subscribers that are currently accessing the Internet through the Router. Post Time. This is the time when the user first accessed the Internet through the Router. Idle Time.

  • Page 86: Figure 7-25: Device Performance

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router This shows who is associated to a network interface; e.g., a client who associates with the access point but doesn’t get an IP address. IP. This is the IP address of the device on the network. Mac Address.

  • Page 87: Figure 7-26: Device Alerts

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router CPU Used. This is the percentage of the CPU’s processing power currently in use. RAM Total (MB). This is the total RAM available, represented in megabytes (MB). RAM Used (MB). Shown here is the amount of RAM currently in use, represented in megabytes (MB). Aggregate Traffic IN (MB).

  • Page 88: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix A: Troubleshooting This appendix consists of two parts: “Common Problems and Solutions” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” Provided are possible solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Router. Read the descriptions below to help you solve your problems. If you can’t find an answer here, check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com.
  • Page 89 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • For Windows 2000: 1. Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2. Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with the Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties option. 3.
  • Page 90 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router For Windows NT 4.0: • Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon. • Click the Protocol tab, and double-click on TCP/IP Protocol. • When the window appears, make sure you have selected the correct Adapter for your Ethernet adapter and set it for Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server.
  • Page 91 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4. Make sure the cable connecting from your cable or DSL modem is connected to the Router’s Internet port. Verify that the Status page of the Router’s web-based utility shows a valid IP address from your ISP.
  • Page 92 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. I need to set up a server behind my Router and make it available to the public. To use a server like a web, ftp, or mail server, you need to know the respective port numbers they are using. For example, port 80 (HTTP) is used for web;...
  • Page 93 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 2. Enter any name you want to use for the Customized Application. 3. Enter the External Port range of the service you are using. For example, if you want to host Unreal Tournament (UT), you would enter the range 7777 to 27900. 4.
  • Page 94 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 10. I forgot my password, or the password prompt always appears when I am saving settings to the Router. • Reset the Router to factory default by pressing the Reset button for 10 seconds and then releasing it. If you are still getting prompted for a password when saving settings, then perform the following steps: 1.
  • Page 95 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 14. The firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing. The upgrade could have failed for a number of reasons. Follow these steps to upgrade the firmware and/or make the Power LED stop flashing: • If the firmware upgrade failed, use the TFTP program (it was downloaded along with the firmware). Open the pdf that was downloaded along with the firmware and TFTP program, and follow the pdf’s instructions.

  • Page 96: Frequently Asked Questions

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router • If your difficulties continue, change the Size to different values. Try this list of values, one value at a time, in this order, until your problem is solved: 1462 1400 1362 1300 17. The Power LED flashes continuously. The Power LED lights up when the device is first powered up.
  • Page 97 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? No. TCP/IP is the only protocol standard for the Internet and has become the global standard for communications. IPX, a NetWare communications protocol used only to route messages from one node to another, and AppleTalk, a communications protocol used on Apple and Macintosh networks, can be used for LAN to LAN connections, but those protocols cannot connect from the Internet to a LAN.
  • Page 98 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router How do I get Half-Life: Team Fortress to work with the Router? The default client port for Half-Life is 27005. The computers on your LAN need to have “+clientport 2700x” added to the HL shortcut command line; the x would be 6, 7, 8, and on up. This lets multiple computers connect to the same server.
  • Page 99 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router then the Connection tab. Make sure that Internet Explorer is set to Never dial a connection. For Netscape Navigator, click Edit, Preferences, Advanced, and Proxy. Make sure that Netscape Navigator is set to Direct connection to the Internet. What is DMZ Hosting? Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) allows one IP address (computer) to be exposed to the Internet.
  • Page 100 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network? This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult the application’s documentation to determine if it supports operation over a network. What is the IEEE 802.11b standard? It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks.
  • Page 101 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router What is infrastructure mode? When a wireless network is set to infrastructure mode, the wireless network is configured to communicate with a wired network through a wireless access point. What is roaming? Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously while moving freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single access point.
  • Page 102 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? Frequency-Hopping Spread-Spectrum (FHSS) uses a narrowband carrier that changes frequency in a pattern that is known to both transmitter and receiver. Properly synchronized, the net effect is to maintain a single logical channel.
  • Page 103 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router? There are eleven available channels, ranging from 1 to 11 (in North America). If your questions are not addressed here, refer to the Linksys website, www.linksys.com. Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions...

  • Page 104: Appendix B: Wireless Security

    So, make it harder for a hacker to get that information. Change the administrator’s password regularly. Appendix B: Wireless Security Security Precautions Note: Some of these security features are available only through the network router or access point. Refer to the router or access point’s documentation for more information.
  • Page 105 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID: 1. Disable Broadcast 2. Make it unique 3. Change it often Most wireless networking devices will give you the option of broadcasting the SSID. While this option may be more convenient, it allows anyone to log into your wireless network.
  • Page 106 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router WPA Pre-Shared Key. If you do not have a RADIUS server, select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a password in the Pre-Shared key field of 8-64 characters, and enter a Group Key Renewal period time between 0 and 99,999 seconds, which instructs the Router or other device how often it should change the encryption keys.

  • Page 107: Appendix C: Using The Linksys Quickvpn Software For Windows 2000 Or Xp

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix C: Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software for Windows 2000 or XP Overview The Linksys Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router offers a free QuickVPN software program for computers running Windows 2000 or XP. (Computers running other operating systems will have to use a third-party VPN software program.) This guide describes how to install and use the Linksys QuickVPN software.

  • Page 108: Using The Linksys Quickvpn Software

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4. Click WRV54G. 5. Click Linksys QuickVPN Utility in the More Information section. 6. Save the zip file to your PC, and extract the .exe file. 7. Double-click the .exe file, and follow the on-screen instructions. Then proceed to the next section, “Using the Linksys QuickVPN Software.”...

  • Page 109: Appendix D: Configuring Ipsec Between A Windows 2000 Or Xp Computer And The Router

    Windows 2000 or Windows XP IP Address: 140.111.1.2 <= User ISP provides IP Address; this is only an example. Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 WRV54G WAN IP Address: 140.111.1.1 <= User ISP provides IP Address; this is only an example. Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 LAN IP Address: 192.168.1.1...

  • Page 110: How To Establish A Secure Ipsec Tunnel

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router How to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel Step 1: Create an IPSec Policy 1. Click the Start button, select Run, and type secpol.msc in the Open field. The Local Security Setting screen will appear. 2. Right-click IP Security Policies on Local Computer (Win XP) or IP Security Policies on Local Machine (Win 2000), and click Create IP Security Policy.

  • Page 111: Figure D-4: Ip Filter List

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. The IP Filter List screen should appear. Enter an appropriate name, such as win->Router, for the filter list, and de-select the Use Add Wizard check box. Then, click the Add button. 4. The Filters Properties screen will appear. Select the Addressing tab. In the Source address field, select My IP Address.

  • Page 112: Figure D-7: Ip Filter List

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Filter List 2: Router ->win 7. The New Rule Properties screen will appear. Select the IP Filter List tab, and make sure that win -> Router is highlighted. Then, click the Add button. 8. The IP Filter List screen should appear. Enter an appropriate name, such as Router->win for the filter list, and de-select the Use Add Wizard check box.

  • Page 113: Figure D-10: Ip Filter List Tab

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 3: Configure Individual Tunnel Rules Tunnel 1: win->Router 1. From the IP Filter List tab, click the filter list win->Router. 2. Click the Filter Action tab, and click the filter action Require Security radio button. Then, click the Edit button.

  • Page 114: Figure D-13: Authentication Methods

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4. Select the Authentication Methods tab, and click the Edit button. 5. Change the authentication method to Use this string to protect the key exchange (preshared key), and enter the preshared key string, such as XYZ12345. Click the OK button. 6.

  • Page 115: Figure D-16: Tunnel Setting Tab

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 7. Select the Tunnel Setting tab, and click The tunnel endpoint is specified by this IP Address radio button. Then, enter the Router’s WAN IP Address. 8. Select the Connection Type tab, and click All network connections. Then, click the OK or Close button to finish this rule.

  • Page 116: Figure D-19: Ip Filter List Tab

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 10. Go to the IP Filter List tab, and click the filter list Router->win. 11. Click the Filter Action tab, and select the filter action Require Security. Then, click the Edit button. From the Security Methods tab, verify that the Negotiate security option is enabled, and deselect the Accept unsecured communication, but always respond using IPSec check box.

  • Page 117: Figure D-22: Preshared Key

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 13. Change the authentication method to Use this string to protect the key exchange (preshared key), and enter the preshared key string, such as XYZ12345. (This is a sample key string. Yours should be a key that is unique but easy to remember.) Then click the OK button.

  • Page 118: Figure D-25: Connection Type

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 16. Click the Connection Type tab, and select All network connections. Then click the OK or Close button to finish. Figure D-25: Connection Type 17. From the Rules tab, click the OK or Close button to return to the screen showing the security policies. Figure D-26: Rules Step 4: Assign New IPSec Policy In the IP Security Policies on Local Machine window, right-click the policy named to_Router, and click Assign.

  • Page 119: Figure D-28: Vpn Tab

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Step 5: Create a Tunnel Through the Web-Based Utility 1. Open your web browser, and enter 192.168.1.1 in the Address field. Press the Enter key. 2. When the User name and Password fields appear, enter the default user name and password, admin. Press the Enter key.

  • Page 120: Appendix E: Configuring Vpn Tunnels

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix E: Configuring VPN Tunnels Overview This appendix has two sections. The first explains how to configure a VPN IPSec tunnel between two VPN Routers. The second explains how to connect a QuickVPN client to the VPN Router. Figure E-1: Diagram of All VPN Tunnels Before You Begin The following is a list of equipment you need:...

  • Page 121: Configuring The Vpn Settings For The Vpn Routers

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Configuring the VPN Settings for the VPN Routers Configuring VPN Router 1 Follow these instructions for the first VPN Router, designated VPN Router 1. The other VPN Router is designated VPN Router 2. 1. Launch the web browser for a networked PC, designated PC 1. 2.

  • Page 122: Figure E-5: Setup - Basic Setup (Internet Setup)

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Configuring VPN Router 2 Follow similar instructions for VPN Router 2. 1. Launch the web browser for a networked PC, designated PC 2. 2. Enter the VPN Router’s local IP address in the Address field (default is 192.168.1.1). Then press Enter. 3.

  • Page 123: Configuring The Key Management Settings

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Configuring the Key Management Settings Figure E-7: Diagram of VPN Tunnel between VPN Routers Configuring VPN Router 1 Following these instructions for VPN Router 1. 1. On the VPN screen, select 3DES from the Encryption drop-down menu. 2.

  • Page 124: Configuring Pc 1 And Pc 2

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 10. Select 768-bit from the Group drop-down menu. 11. Enter 3600 in the Key Life Time field. 12. For Phase 2, the Encryption, Authentication, and PFS settings were set on the VPN screen. Select 1024-bit from the Group drop-down menu. 13.

  • Page 125: Figure E-10: Access Restrictions - Vpn Client Access Screen

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 3. Enter the username in the Username field. 4. Enter the password in the Password field, and enter it again in the Re-enter to confirm field. 5. Click the Add/Save button. 6. Click the Active checkbox for VPN Client No. 1. 7.

  • Page 126: Figure E-14: Connecting

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 5. Enter the password in the Password field. 6. Enter the WAN IP address of VPN Router 1 in the Server Address field. 7. Click the Connect button. 8. When your QuickVPN connection is active, the status screen will appear, and the QuickVPN tray icon will turn green.

  • Page 127: Appendix F: Finding The Mac Address And Ip Address For Your Ethernet Adapter

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix F: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s Ethernet adapter.

  • Page 128: Windows 2000 Or Xp Instructions

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button. Note: The MAC address is also called the Physical Address. 2. At the command prompt, enter ipconfig /all. Then press the Enter key. 3.

  • Page 129: Appendix G: Snmp Functions

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix G: SNMP Functions SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely-used network monitoring and control protocol. Data is passed from a SNMP agent, such as the VPN Router, to the workstation console used to oversee the network. The Router then returns information contained in a MIB (Management Information Base), which is a data structure that defines what is obtainable from the device and what can be controlled (turned off, on, etc.).

  • Page 130: Appendix H: Upgrading Firmware

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix H: Upgrading Firmware You can use the Router’s Web-based Utility to upgrade the firmware; however, if you do so, you will lose the settings you have configured on the Router. Before you upgrade its firmware, write down all of your custom settings.

  • Page 131: Appendix I: Windows Help

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix I: Windows Help Almost all wireless products require Microsoft Windows. Windows is the most used operating system in the world and comes with many features that help make networking easier. These features can be accessed through Windows Help and are described in this appendix.

  • Page 132: Appendix J: Glossary

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix J: Glossary This glossary contains some basic networking terms you may come across when using this product. For more advanced terms, see the complete Linksys glossary at http://www.linksys.com/glossary. Access Point - A device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other devices to communicate with a wired network.
  • Page 133 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) - Removes the Router's firewall protection from one PC, allowing it to be “seen” from the Internet. DNS (Domain Name Server) - The IP address of your ISP's server, which translates the names of websites into IP addresses.
  • Page 134 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network. IPCONFIG - A Windows 2000 and XP utility that displays the IP address for a particular networking device. IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) - A VPN protocol used to implement secure exchange of packets at the IP layer. ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.
  • Page 135 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router RJ-45 (Registered Jack-45) - An Ethernet connector that holds up to eight wires. Roaming - The ability to take a wireless device from one access point's range to another without losing the connection. Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together. Server - Any computer whose function in a network is to provide user access to files, printing, communications, and other services.
  • Page 136 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) - a wireless encryption protocol that provides dynamic encryption keys for each packet transmitted. Topology - The physical layout of a network. TX Rate - Transmission Rate. Upgrade - To replace existing software or firmware with a newer version. Upload - To transmit a file over a network.

  • Page 137: Appendix K: Specifications

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix K: Specifications Standards 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.3 Ports Internet, Ethernet (1-4), Power Buttons Power, Reset Cabling Type UTP CAT 5 or better LEDs Power, Internet, Ethernet (1, 2, 3, 4), Wireless-G, DMZ Transmit Power 19 dBm Security Features WEP, 802.1x Authentication WEP Key Bits...

  • Page 138: Appendix L: Warranty Information

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix L: Warranty Information LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys warrants to You that, for a period of three years (the “Warranty Period”), your Linksys Product will be substantially free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Your exclusive remedy and Linksys' entire liability under this warranty will be for Linksys at its option to repair or replace the Product or refund Your purchase price less any rebates.

  • Page 139: Appendix M: Regulatory Information

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix M: Regulatory Information FCC Statement This product has been tested and complies with the specifications 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.
  • Page 140 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper disposal and recycling of Linksys products. Consumers are required to comply with this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: Appendix M: Regulatory Information...
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  • Page 144 Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router For more information, visit www.linksys.com. Appendix M: Regulatory Information...

  • Page 145: Appendix N: Contact Information

    Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix N: Contact Information Need to contact Linksys? Visit us online for information on the latest products and updates to your existing products at: Can't find information about a product you want to buy on the web? Do you want to know more about networking with Linksys products? Give our advice line a call at: Or fax your request in to: If you experience problems with any Linksys product,...

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