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  • Page 1 SMC7908A-ISP VoIP ADSL Router SMC7908A-ISP...

  • Page 2: Ec Conformance Declaration

    OMPLIANCES EC Conformance Declaration This device can be operated in the EU without restrictions indoor. However, operated outdoors in France is restricted to 2400 ~ 2454 MHz (Channel 1 ~ 7).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Introduction ......1-1 About the Router ......... . . 1-1 Features and Benefits .
  • Page 4 ABLE OF ONTENTS Configuring the VoIP ADSL Router ... 4-1 Navigating the Management Interface ......4-2 Setup Wizard .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    HAPTER NTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the VoIP ADSL Router, hereafter referred to as the “Router.” We are proud to provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your local area network (LAN) to the Internet. For those who want to surf the Internet in the most secure way, this router provides a convenient and powerful solution.

  • Page 6: Features And Benefits

    NTRODUCTION Features and Benefits • Intergrated ADSL modem for connecting to ADSL line • Local network connection via four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports • On-board IEEE 802.11b/g wireless access point • DHCP for dynamic IP configuration, and DNS Proxy/Relay for domain name mapping •...

  • Page 7: Applications

    PPLICATIONS Applications Many advanced networking features are provided by the Router: • Wireless and Wired LAN The Router provides connectivity to 10/100 Mbps devices, and wireless IEEE 802.11b/g compatible devices, making it easy to create a network in small offices or homes. •...
  • Page 8 NTRODUCTION • DMZ Host Support Allows a networked computer to be fully exposed to the Internet. This function is used when NAT and firewall security prevent an Internet application from functioning correctly. • Security The Router supports security features that deny Internet access to specified users, or filter all requests for specific services that the administrator does not want to serve.

  • Page 9: Installation

    HAPTER NSTALLATION Before installing the VoIP ADSL Router, verify that you have all the items listed under the Package Contents list. If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local distributor. Also be sure that you have all the necessary cabling before installing the Router.

  • Page 10: System Requirements

    NSTALLATION System Requirements To install and connect to the Router, you must have: • An ADSL line installed by your ISP. • An ADSL splitter (at least one). • A computer with a CD-ROM drive for accessing documentation CD. • Windows 2000 or later, or Mac OS 9.x or later.

  • Page 11: Hardware Description

    ARDWARE ESCRIPTION Hardware Description The Router contains an integrated ADSL2+ modem and connects to the Internet or to a remote site using its WAN port. This device can be connected directly to your PC or to a local area network using any of the four Fast Ethernet LAN ports.
  • Page 12 NSTALLATION The Router contains the following ports on the rear panel: Figure 2-2. Rear Panel Item Description DSL Port Connect your ADSL line to this port. 4 LAN Ports Fast Ethernet ports (RJ-45). Connect devices on your local area network to these ports (i.e., a PC, hub, or switch). Connect your USB storage device or printer to this port.

  • Page 13: Led Indicators

    ARDWARE ESCRIPTION LED Indicators The power and port LED indicators on the top panel are illustrated in the following figure and table. Figure 2-3. Top View Status Description Power Green Normal operation. POST (Power On Self Test) failure. Power off. Purple Device is under Firmware Auto Upgrade.
  • Page 14 NSTALLATION Status Description WLAN Flashing The WLAN port is sending or receiving data. WLAN disabled. For PPPoA or PPPoE connections this LED will be on when PPP authentication is successful. PPP authentication failed or your connection is not using PPPoA or PPPoE. Slow When the Router detects network clock and start Blink...

  • Page 15: Isp Settings

    ISP S ETTINGS ISP Settings Please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up the Router: • ISP account user name and password • VoIP account information • Protocol, encapsulation and VPI/VCI circuit numbers • DNS server address •...

  • Page 16: Connect The Adsl Line

    NSTALLATION Connect the ADSL Line Connect the supplied grey ADSL cable from the port labelled DSL on the splitter to the DSL port on your Router. When inserting the plug, be sure the tab on the plug clicks into position to ensure that it is properly seated. Attach to Your Network Using Ethernet Cabling The four LAN ports on the Router auto-negotiate the connection speed to 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps, as well as the transmission mode to half duplex or...

  • Page 17: Connect The Power Adapter

    ONNECT THE YSTEM Connect the Power Adapter Plug the power adapter into the power socket on the rear of the Router, and the other end into a power outlet. Check the power indicator on the front panel is lit. If the power indicator is not lit, refer to “Troubleshooting”...

  • Page 18: Configuring Client Pc

    HAPTER ONFIGURING LIENT After completing the hardware setup by connecting all your network devices, you need to configure your computer to connect to the Router. See: “Windows 2000” on page 3-3 “Windows XP” on page 3-6 “Windows Vista” on page 3-8 “Configuring Your Macintosh Computer”...

  • Page 19: Tcp/Ip Configuration

    ONFIGURING LIENT TCP/IP Configuration To access the Internet through the Router, you must configure the network settings of the computers in your LAN to use the same IP subnet as the Router. The default IP settings for the Router are: IP address: 192.168.2.1 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Note: These settings can be changed to fit your network requirements,...

  • Page 20: Windows 2000

    2000 INDOWS Windows 2000 1. On the Windows desktop, click Start/Settings/Network and Dial-Up Connections. 2. Click the icon that corresponds to the connection to your Router. 3. The connection status screen will open. Click Properties. 4. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 5.

  • Page 21: Disable Http Proxy

    ONFIGURING LIENT Disable HTTP Proxy You need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web browser is disabled. This is so that your browser can view the Router’s HTML configuration pages. See page 3-6 for details. Obtain IP Settings from Your Router Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your Router, it needs to obtain new network settings.
  • Page 22 2000 INDOWS 3. In the Command Prompt window, type ipconfig/renew and press the Enter key. Verify that your IP Address is now 192.168.2.xxx, your Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0 and your Default Gateway is 192.168.2.1. These values confirm that your ADSL Router is functioning.

  • Page 23: Windows Xp

    ONFIGURING LIENT Windows XP 1. On the Windows desktop, click Start/Control Panel. 2. In the Control Panel window, click Network and Internet Connections. 3. The Network Connections window will open. Double-click the connection for this device. 4. On the connection status screen, click Properties. 5.

  • Page 24: Obtain Ip Settings From Your Router

    INDOWS Obtain IP Settings From Your Router Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your Router, it needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old DHCP IP settings and renewing them with settings from your Router, you can verify that you have configured your computer correctly.

  • Page 25: Windows Vista

    ONFIGURING LIENT Windows Vista 1. On the Windows desktop, click Start/Connet To. 2. The Connect to a network window will open. Click Open Network and Sharing Center.
  • Page 26 INDOWS ISTA 3. Click Manage network connections on the left menu bar of the screen.
  • Page 27 ONFIGURING LIENT 4. The LAN or High-Speed Internet window will open. Double-click the connection for this device. 5. On the connection status screen, click Properties. 3-10...
  • Page 28 INDOWS ISTA 6. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). 3-11...

  • Page 29: Disable Http Proxy

    ONFIGURING LIENT 7. If Obtain an IPv6 address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically are already selected, your computer is already configured for DHCP. If not, select the options. Disable HTTP Proxy You need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web browser is disabled.

  • Page 30: Obtain Ip Settings From Your Router

    INDOWS ISTA Obtain IP Settings From Your Router Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your Router, it needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old DHCP IP settings and renewing them with settings from your Router, you can verify that you have configured your computer correctly.

  • Page 31: Configuring Your Macintosh Computer

    ONFIGURING LIENT Configuring Your Macintosh Computer You may find that the instructions here do not exactly match your operating system. This is because these steps and screenshots were created using Mac OS 10.2. Mac OS 7.x and above are similar, but may not be identical to Mac OS 10.2.

  • Page 32: Disable Http Proxy

    ONFIGURING ACINTOSH OMPUTER 3. If Using DHCP Server is already selected in the Configure field, your computer is already configured for DHCP. If not, select this option. 4. Your new settings are shown on the TCP/IP tab. Verify that your IP Address is now 192.168.2.xxx, your Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0 and your Router is 192.168.2.1.
  • Page 33 ONFIGURING LIENT 3. Uncheck all check boxes and click OK. 3-16...

  • Page 34: Configuring The Voip Adsl Router

    HAPTER ONFIGURING THE IP ADSL R OUTER After you have configured TCP/IP on a client computer, you can configure the VoIP ADSL Router using your web browser. To access the Router’s management interface, enter the default IP address of the Router in your web browser: http://192.168.2.1. Enter the default password: admin, and click Login.

  • Page 35: Navigating The Management Interface

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Navigating the Management Interface The management interface contains two main sections: • Setup Wizard (see next page) • Advanced Setup (see page 4-8) Making Configuration Changes for the device: configurable parameters have a dialog box or a drop-down list. Once a configuration change has been made, click the Apply or Save Settings or Next button to enable the new setting.

  • Page 36: Setup Wizard

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Setup Wizard On the left-hand side of the Home screen, the first menu item is Setup Wizard. Use this function to quickly set up the Router. Click on Setup Wizard, you will see the Parameters setting screen. Parameters Setting In Parameter Setting, select the Internet Service Provider (ISP).
  • Page 37 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Parameter Description Protocol 1483 Bridging (DHCP). DNS Server Domain Name Servers are used to map a domain name (e.g., www.somesite.com) to the equivalent numerical IP address. Your ISP should provide the IP address of a Domain Name Server. Enter the IP address here.
  • Page 38 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Parameter Description Protocol PPPoE. VPI/VCI Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) used by your ISP. Encapsulation Select the encapsulation type used by your ISP from the drop-down list. Username Enter the user name here. Password Enter the password here.
  • Page 39 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Confirm The Confirm screen shows a summary of the configuration parameters. Check all the parameters are correct on this screen. Parameter Description ADSL Operation Mode (WAN) ATM Protocol The WAN protocol of your ISP. If you are unsure about the selected protocol, check with your ISP.
  • Page 40 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Parameter Description DHCP Parameters Function Shows if DHCP is enabled or disabled. Default Gateway WAN gateway (only displayed if you have static IP). Subnet Mask WAN subnet mask (only displayed if you have static IP). Name Server 1 WAN IP address (only displayed if you have static IP).

  • Page 41: Advanced Setup

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Advanced Setup The left-hand side displays the main menu and the right- hand side shows descriptive information. The advanced management interface contains the following main menu items as described in the table below. Menu Description System Sets the local time zone, the password for administrator access, and...
  • Page 42 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Menu Description Tools Contains options to backup & restore the current configuration, restore all configuration settings to the factory defaults, update system firmware, or reset the system. Status Provides WAN connection type and status, firmware and hardware version numbers, system IP settings, as well as DHCP, NAT, and firewall information.

  • Page 43: System

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER System This screen includes all the basic configuration tools for the Router, such as time zone, password settings, and remote management. • Enable or disable PPPoE passthrough function: select to enable or disable. 4-10...
  • Page 44 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Time Settings For accurate timing of log entries and system events, you need to set the time zone. Select your time zone from the drop-down list. If daylight savings is used in your area, check the box to enable the function.

  • Page 45: Login Settings

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Login Settings Use this screen to change the password for accessing the management interface. Passwords can contain from 3~12 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive. Leave the table empty if you don’t want to change the login password.

  • Page 46: Remote Management

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Remote Management By default, management access is only available to users on your local network. However, you can also manage the Router from a remote host by entering the IP address of a remote computer on this screen. Check the Enabled check box, and enter the IP address of the Host Address.
  • Page 47 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER DDNS Dynamic Domain Name Service (DDNS) provides users on the Internet with a method to tie their domain name to a computer or server. DDNS allows your domain name to follow your IP address automatically by having your DNS records changed when your IP address changes.

  • Page 48: Wan

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Specify the WAN connection parameters provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router supports the following mode: • ATM PVC ATM PVC Select the ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) virtual connection here. 4-15...
  • Page 49 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER ATM Interface: MAC Encapsulated Routing (MER 8/32): 1483 Bridging (DHCP) Parameter Description IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask address provided by your ISP. Default Gateway Enter the gateway address provided by your ISP.
  • Page 50 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE ATM Interface: PPPoE (Ya.com PPPoE 8/32, Orange PPPoE 8/35) Parameter Description VPI/VCI Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) supported by your ISP. (Ya.com: 8/32, Orange: 8/35) Encapsulation Select the encapsulation used by ISP from the drop-down list.
  • Page 51 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Parameter Description Idle Time (Minute) Enter the maximum idle time for the Internet connection. After this time has been exceeded the connection will be terminated. Username Enter user name. Password Enter password. Confirm Password Confirm password Leave the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) at the default value (1492) unless you have a particular reason...

  • Page 52: Lan

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Use the LAN menu to configure the LAN IP address and to enable the DHCP server for dynamic client address allocation. 4-19...
  • Page 53 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Parameter Description LAN IP IP Address The IP address of the Router. IP Subnet Mask The subnet mask of the network. Host Name Enter the name here. DHCP Server To dynamically assign an IP address to client PCs, enable this function.
  • Page 54 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE VLAN The Router’s VLAN function can be used to create up to 4 VLAN profiles. Once a VLAN profile is created interfaces can be assigned to the VLAN profile. This is done by setting the VLAN binding. Notes: 1.
  • Page 55 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER VLAN Profile Configure the VLAN settings in this screen. • Description: Enter a description for the VLAN group, for example: IPTV • IP Address: Enter IP address for the VLAN. • Subnet Mask: Enter Subnet Mask address for the VLAN. •...
  • Page 56 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE UPnP The Universal Plug and Play architecture offers pervasive peer-to-peer network connectivity of PCs of all form factors, intelligent appliances, and wireless devices. UPnP enables seamless proximity network in addition to control and data transfer among networked devices in the office, home and everywhere within your network.

  • Page 57: Wireless

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Wireless The Router also operates as a wireless access point, allowing wireless computers to communicate with each other. To configure this function, all you need to do is enable the wireless function, define the radio channel, the domain identifier, and the security options.

  • Page 58: Channel And Ssid

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Channel and SSID You must specify a common radio channel and SSID (Service Set ID) to be used by the Router and all of its wireless clients. Be sure you configure all of its clients to the same values. Parameter Description Primary...
  • Page 59 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Security To make your wireless network safe, you should turn on the security function. The Router supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2 security mechanisms. Select the associated access point from the drop-down list. The following security options are available: •...
  • Page 60 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE WPA/WPA2 Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) combines temporal key integrity protocol (TKIP) and 802.1X mechanisms. It provides dynamic key encryption and 802.1X authentication service. The Router supports both WPA and WPA2. Parameter Description Select Virtual AP Select the primary or secondary SSID to which you want to apply the security settings to.
  • Page 61 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER WPA/WPA2_with 802.1X If 802.1X is used as the authentication method, then you should enable this function for the Router. Parameter Description Authentication Select 802.1X. Session Idle timeout Defines a maximum period of time for which the connection is maintained during inactivity.
  • Page 62 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE WPA2 Only If you want to use only WPA2 for your wireless network security. Select WPA2 Only, then set the detail settings. Parameter Description Select Virtual AP Select the primary or secondary SSID to which you want to apply the security settings to.
  • Page 63 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER WPA2 Only_with 802.1X If 802.1X is used in your network, then you should enable this function for the Router. Parameter Description Authentication Select 802.1X. Session Idle timeout Defines a maximum period of time for which the connection is maintained during inactivity.
  • Page 64 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE WPA Only If you want to use only WPA for your wireless network security. Select WPA Only, then set the detail settings. Parameter Description Select Virtual AP Select the primary or secondary SSID to which you want to apply the security settings to.
  • Page 65 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER WPA Only_with 802.1X If 802.1X is used in your network, then you should enable this function for the Router. Parameter Description Authentication Select 802.1X. Session Idle timeout Defines a maximum period of time for which the connection is maintained during inactivity.
  • Page 66 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE If you want to use WEP to protect your wireless network, you need to set the same parameters for the Router and all your wireless clients. Parameter Description Select Virtual AP Select the primary or secondary SSID to which you want to apply the security settings to.
  • Page 67 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Note: Before saving settings the key is shown in clear text. If you wireless client does not have a passphrase utility make a note of the default key before saving settings. This is so you can configure your wireless client with the correct key.
  • Page 68 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Access Control Using the Access Control functionality, you can restrict access based on MAC address. Each PC has a unique identifier known as a Medium Access Control (MAC) address. With MAC filtering enabled, the computers whose MAC address you have listed in the filtering table will be able to connect (or will be denied access) to the Router.
  • Page 69 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER The Wireless Distribution System (WDS) provides a means to extend the range of a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). WDS allows an Access Point (AP) to establish a direct link to other APs and to allow stations to roam freely within the area covered by the WDS.

  • Page 70: Nat

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Network Address Translation (NAT) allows multiple users to access the Internet sharing one public IP. • Enable or disable NAT module function: select to enable or disable this feature. 4-37...

  • Page 71: Address Mapping

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Address Mapping Allows one or more public IP addresses to be shared by multiple internal users. This also hides the internal network for increased privacy and security. Enter the Public IP address you wish to share into the Global IP field.
  • Page 72 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Virtual Server If you configure the Router as a virtual server, remote users accessing services such as web or FTP at your local site via public IP addresses can be automatically redirected to local servers configured with private IP addresses.
  • Page 73 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Special Application Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video-conferencing, and Internet telephony. These applications may not work when Network Address Translation (NAT) is enabled. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, use these screens to specify the additional public ports to be opened for each application.
  • Page 74 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE NAT Mapping Table This screen displays the current NAPT (Network Address Port Translation) address mappings. RIP sends routing-update messages at regular intervals and when the network topology changes. When a router receives a routing update that includes changes to an entry, it updates its routing table to reflect the new route.

  • Page 75: Firewall

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Firewall The Router’s firewall inspects packets at the application layer, maintains TCP and UDP session information including time-outs and the number of active sessions, and provides the ability to detect and prevent certain types of network attacks.

  • Page 76: Access Control

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Access Control Access Control allows users to define the outgoing traffic permitted or not-permitted through the WAN interface. The default is to permit all outgoing traffic. Parameter Description Enable Filtering Select to enable or disable the filtering function. Function Normal Filtering Displays the IP address (or an IP address range)
  • Page 77 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER To add the PC to the filtering table: 1. Click Add PC on the Access Control screen. 2. Define the appropriate settings for client PC services on this Access Control Add PC screen. 3. Click OK and then click SAVE SETTINGS to save your settings. 4-44...

  • Page 78: Mac Filter

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE MAC Filter The Router can also limit the access of hosts within the local area network (LAN). The MAC Filtering Table allows the Router to enter up to 32 MAC addresses that are not allowed access to the WAN port. •...

  • Page 79: Url Blocking

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER URL Blocking The Router allows the user to block access to web sites by entering either a full URL address or just a keyword. This feature can be used to protect children from accessing violent or pornographic web sites. You can define up to 30 sites here.
  • Page 80 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Schedule Rule You may filter Internet access for local clients based on rules. Each access control rule may be activated at a scheduled time. Define the schedule on the Schedule Rule screen, and apply the rule on the Access Control screen. 4-47...
  • Page 81 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Follow these steps to add a schedule rule: 1. Click Add Schedule Rule on the Schedule Rule screen. 2. Define the appropriate settings for a schedule rule on this Edit Schedule Rule screen. 3. Click OK and then click SAVE SETTINGS to save your settings. 4-48...
  • Page 82 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Intrusion Detection • Intrusion Detection Feature Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and Anti-DoS firewall protection (Default: Enabled) — The Intrusion Detection Feature of the Router limits access for incoming traffic at the WAN port. When the SPI feature is turned on, all incoming packets will be blocked except for those types marked in the Stateful Packet Inspection section.
  • Page 83 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER 4-50...
  • Page 84 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE • Stateful Packet Inspection This is called a “stateful” packet inspection because it examines the contents of the packet to determine the state of the communications; i.e., it ensures that the stated destination computer has previously requested the current communication.
  • Page 85 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER • Connection Policy Enter the appropriate values for TCP/UDP sessions as described in the following table. Parameter Defaults Description Fragmentation 10 sec Configures the number of seconds that a packet half-open wait state structure remains active. When the timeout value expires, the Router drops the unassembled packet, freeing that structure for use by another packet.
  • Page 86 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE • DoS Criteria and Port Scan Criteria Set up DoS and port scan criteria in the spaces provided (as shown below). Parameter Defaults Description Total incomplete Defines the rate of new unestablished sessions TCP/UDP sessions sessions that will cause the software to start deleting HIGH half-open sessions.
  • Page 87 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the firewall, you can open the client up to unrestricted two-way Internet access. Enter the IP address of a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) host on this screen.

  • Page 88: Adsl

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE ADSL ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) is designed to deliver more bandwidth downstream (from the central office to the customer site) than upstream. This section is used to configure the ADSL operation type and shows the ADSL status. ADSL Parameters Parameter Description...
  • Page 89 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER ADSL Status The Status screen displays information on connection line status, data rate, operation data and defect indication, and statistics. Scroll down to view more information. 4-56...
  • Page 90 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE The following items are included on the information screen: Parameter Description Status Line Status Shows the current status of the ADSL line connection. Data Rate Upstream Maximum upstream data rate. Downstream Maximum downstream data rate. Operation Data/Defect Indication Noise Margin Maximum upstream and downstream noise margin.
  • Page 91 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Parameter Description Interleaved Path Interleaved Path Header Error Concealment errors. HEC Error Statistics (Superframes represent the highest level of data presentation. Each superframe contains regular ADSL frames, one of which is used to provide superframe synchronization, identifying the start of a superframe.

  • Page 92: Iptv

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE IPTV Integrating this SIP-based VoIP Router with IP television delivers interactive triple-play multimedia services of video, voice and data. By connecting to a TV set-top-box, this VoIP Router with IPTV enabled converges entertainment and communication to your TV environment. If the IPTV function is enabled, the Router will automatically assign the LAN 4 and ATM VC2 (1483 Bridging PVC) to the IPTV group of VLAN port trunking.

  • Page 93: Voip

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER VoIP VoIP Account The table lists the current VoIP account information. Configure your VoIP account settings on this screen. Before you begin, you will need to obtain the following settings from your service provider: •...
  • Page 94 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE • Check the Activated check box to enable the account. If the box is unchecked then the account is disabled. • Enter the following information provided by your service provider: User ID, Display name, Password, Realm. •...
  • Page 95 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER • Check Use Outbound Proxy, if you want to specify the outbound proxy, and then enter the information in the Outbound Proxy Server field, and the Outbound Proxy Port field. • The default Registrar Expire time is 600. This is the time taken to re-register with the registrar server.
  • Page 96 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE process to use. The following codecs are supported: • PCMA • G.729 • G.726-40 • G.726-32 • G.726-24 • G.726-16 Extensions IN You can configure the settings for Phone 1 and Phone 2 on this screen. •...
  • Page 97 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Extensions OUT You can configure the settings for Phone 1 and Phone 2 on this screen. Parameter Description Priority phone Select a priority phone number to assign to the phone. number This should be your VoIP phone number. The extension number selected will be the default number used for making outgoing calls.
  • Page 98 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Phone You can configure four settings for the VoIP phones, phone 1 and phone 2, on this screen. • Echo Canceller: this feature filters out echoes occurred during periods of active speech. Select to enable/disable this function. •...
  • Page 99 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Status This screen displays the VoIP Account registration status. • Click Clear to remove entries on the log. • Click Refresh to update the list. 4-66...

  • Page 100: Usb

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE The Router supports various server types. It allows you to connect a USB storage device, or to share your printer over the network via the provided USB port on the rear panel of this Router. The following USB services are supported: •...
  • Page 101 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER File Server To create a new share of the file server: 1. Select Enable File Server function, then define the server name, server description as well as the group name of your network. 2. Click on the checkbox of the Remote Access if you want to manage the file server from a remote site.
  • Page 102 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE 4. Click on the path folder icon to browse the USB file properties. 5. Define the appropriate settings for file sharing service. 6. Click Save Settings to save your settings. FTP Server 4-69...
  • Page 103 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER To set up an FTP server: 1. Select Enable FTP Server function, then define the port number, maximum connections and the idle timeout of your FTP settings. 2. Enter a maximum idle timeout (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the login session is maintained during inactivity.
  • Page 104 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Web-FTP Server The Web-FTP Server allows you to share your FTP service by the web browser. To set up a web FTP server: 1. Select Enable Web-FTP Server function, then click on the path folder icon to browse the USB file properties 2.
  • Page 105 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Printer Server To use the printer server service, click Enable USB function to enable the server services. Click Update Status to refresh the screen as shown on page 4-67. LPD-LPR service is a very common network protocol that allows you to share your printer to the local or public network.

  • Page 106: Tools

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE TOOLS Use the Tools menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the Router. Configuration Tools • Backup Router Configuration: this allows you to save the Router’s configuration to a file.
  • Page 107 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Firmware Upgrade Use this screen to update the firmware or user interface to the latest versions. Download the upgrade file first, and save it to your hard drive. Then click Browse... to look for the downloaded file. Then click Upgrade firmware.
  • Page 108 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE Diagnostic Utility This tool allows you to analyze ADSL network traffic and to test network connection status. WAN Packet Capture The WAN Packet Capture tool is a packet sniffer which allows you to inspect the network package transmitting through your WLAN environment.
  • Page 109 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Ping Test You can specify a domain name or a valid IP address of the remote host for the ping test. • Enter the destination domain name or the IP address in the Destination Address field, and click Execute. Reboot Click REBOOT ROUTER to restart the Router.

  • Page 110: Status

    AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE STATUS The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers, illegal attempts to access your network, as well as information on DHCP clients connected to your network. The security log may be saved to a file by clicking Save and choosing a location. Scroll down to view more information on the Status screen.
  • Page 111 IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER 4-78...
  • Page 112 AVIGATING THE ANAGEMENT NTERFACE The following items are included on the Status screen: Parameter Description INTERNET Displays WAN connection type and status. GATEWAY Displays system IP settings, as well as DHCP Server and Firewall status. INFORMATION Displays the number of attached clients, the firmware versions, the physical MAC address for each media interface and for the Router, as well as the hardware version and serial number.

  • Page 113: Finding The Mac Address Of A Network Card

    IP ADSL R ONFIGURING THE OUTER Finding the MAC address of a Network Card WINDOWS 2000 Click Start/Programs/Command Prompt. Type ipconfig /all and press ENTER. The MAC address is listed as the Physical Address. WINDOWS XP/VISTA Click Start/All Programs/Accessories/Command Prompt. Type ipconfig /all and press ENTER.
  • Page 114 PPENDIX ROUBLESHOOTING This section describes common problems you may encounter and possible solutions to them. The Router can be easily monitored through panel indicators to identify problems. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action LED Indicators Power LED is • Check connections between the Router, the external power supply, and the wall outlet.

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action LED Indicators Link LED is Off • Verify that the Router and attached device are powered on. • Be sure the cable is plugged into both the Router and the corresponding device. • Verify that the proper cable type is used and that its length does not exceed the specified limits.
  • Page 116 ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action Management Problems Cannot connect • Be sure to have configured the Router with a valid IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. using the web browser • Check that you have a valid network connection to the Router and that the port you are using has not been disabled.
  • Page 117 ROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Action Wireless Problems A wireless PC • Make sure the wireless PC has the same SSID settings as the Router. See “Channel and SSID” on page 4-25. cannot associate with the Router. • You need to have the same security settings on the clients and the Router.

  • Page 118: B Cables

    PPENDIX ABLES Ethernet Cable Caution: DO NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform with FCC standards. Specifications Cable Types and Specifications Cable Type Max. Length Connector 10BASE-T Cat. 3, 4, 5 100-ohm UTP 100 m (328 ft) RJ-45 100BASE-TX Cat.

  • Page 119: Cables

    ABLES Each wire pair must be attached to the RJ-45 connectors in a specific orientation. The following figure illustrates how the pins on an Ethernet RJ-45 connector are numbered. Be sure to hold the connectors in the same orientation when attaching the wires to the pins. Figure B-1.

  • Page 120: Ethernet Cable

    THERNET ABLE Pin Assignments With 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T cable, pins 1 and 2 are used for transmitting data, and pins 3 and 6 for receiving data. RJ-45 Pin Assignments Pin Number Assignment 1: The “+” and “-” signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.
  • Page 121 ABLES Crossover Wiring If the port on the attached device has straight-through wiring (MDI), use crossover cable. Crossover Cable Pin Assignments End 1 End 2 1 (Tx+) 3 (Rx+) 2 (Tx-) 6 (Rx-) 3 (Rx+) 1 (Tx+) 6 (Rx-) 2 (Tx-)
  • Page 122 PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Physical Characteristics Ports One DSL RJ-45 port Four 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 LAN ports One USB port Phone 1 and Phone 2 Connector ADSL Features Supports DMT line modulation Supports Annex B Full-Rate ADSL: up to 8 Mbps downstream, up to 1 Mbps upstream (G.992.1 &...

  • Page 123: Specifications

    PECIFICATIONS Security Features Password protected configuration access User authentication (PAP/CHAP) with PPP Firewall NAT NAPT VPN pass through (IPSec-ESP Tunnel mode, L2TP, PPTP) LAN Features IEEE 802.1d (self-learning transparent bridging) DHCP Server DNS Proxy Static Routing, RIP and RIPv1 VoIP Features Codecs - G.711, G.726-32 Modulation Type OFDM, CCK...
  • Page 124 PECIFICATIONS IEEE Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.11g, 802.1D ITU G.dmt, ITU G.Handshake, ITU T.413 issue 2 - ADSL full rate Standards Conformance Electromagnetic Compatibility and Safety EN 300 328 EN 301 489-1 EN 301 489-17 EN 60950-1...
  • Page 125 SMC7908A-ISP SMCWBR11-G...

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