1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Planex Manuals
  4. Wireless Router
  5. BLW-54MR
  6. User manual

Planex BLW-54MR User Manual

Broadband, 802.11g/802.11b wireless access point broadband internet access 4-port s witching hub
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

11g
Wireles s B roadband R outer
802.11g/802.11b Wireles s Ac c es s P oint
B roadband Internet Ac c es s
4-P ort S witc hing Hub
Us er's G uide

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the BLW-54MR and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Planex BLW-54MR

Summary of Contents for Planex BLW-54MR

  • Page 1 Wireles s B roadband R outer 802.11g/802.11b Wireles s Ac c es s P oint B roadband Internet Ac c es s 4-P ort S witc hing Hub Us er's G uide...

  • Page 2: Fcc Statement

    Regulatory Approvals FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION....................1 Wireless Router Features....................1 Package Contents ......................3 Physical Details ........................4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ....................6 Requirements ........................6 Procedure ........................... 6 CHAPTER 3 SETUP......................... 8 Overview ..........................8 Configuration Program..................... 9 Setup Wizard ........................
  • Page 4 Routing ..........................84 Security..........................88 Upgrade Firmware ......................90 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................91 Overview .......................... 91 General Problems ......................91 Internet Access......................... 91 APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS ................93 Modes ..........................93 BSS/ESS..........................93 Channels ........................... 94 WEP..........................94 WPA..........................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

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

  • Page 6: Advanced Internet Functions

    Wireless Router User Guide Advanced Internet Functions Communication Applications. " Support for Internet communication applications, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included. " Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Introduction DHCP Server Support. " Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN. Multi Segment LAN Support. "...

  • Page 8: Physical Details

    Wireless Router User Guide Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Power LED On - Power on. Off - No power. Status (Red) On - Error condition. Off - Normal operation. Blinking - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware Up- grade.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Introduction Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here. 10/100BaseT Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to LAN connections these ports. If required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any LAN port will automatically function as an "Uplink"...

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Router. Requirements " Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors. " TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs. " For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage) "...
  • Page 11 Installation For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless Router should be positioned in a central location with mini- mum obstructions between the Wireless Router and the PCs. Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use different Channels. 2.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Router. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure for: " Internet Access " LAN configuration " Wireless setup " Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data. PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Con- figuration.

  • Page 13: Configuration Program

    Setup Configuration Program The Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: " Netscape V4.08 or later "...
  • Page 14 Wireless Router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless Router does not respond, check the following: " The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: "...

  • Page 15: Setup Wizard

    Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default settings are restored.) Step through the Wizard until finished. " You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check the data supplied by your ISP.
  • Page 16 Wireless Router User Guide Server Address – Name or IP L2TP L2TP is rarely used. Address allocated to you, if You connect to the ISP only Static (Fixed). when required. The IP address User name, password, Connec- is usually allocated automati- tion behavior, and Auto- cally, but may be Static disconnect Timeout period.

  • Page 17: Home Screen

    Setup Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: Home Screen Navigation & Data Input "...

  • Page 18: Lan Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 6: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the Wireless Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range.
  • Page 19 Setup DHCP What DHCP Does A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request. " The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots). " The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as allocating an IP Address.

  • Page 20: Wireless Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Screen The Wireless Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
  • Page 21 Setup " If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access SSID points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identi- fier). " To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same SSID/ESSID. Options " If Enabled, wireless stations will be able to locate and use this Enable Access Access Point.

  • Page 22: Wireless Security

    Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen. There are 3 options for Wireless security: " Disabled - no data encryption is used. " WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. "...

  • Page 23: Wpa Wireless Security

    Setup Router. " Use the radio buttons to select the default key. " Enter the key value you wish to use. Other stations must have the same key values. " Keys must be entered in Hex. Hex characters are the digits (0 ~ 9) and the letters A ~ F. This feature allows you to generate a key or keys from a text (ASCII) Passphrase phrase, rather than enter keys in Hex.
  • Page 24 Wireless Router User Guide WPA2 Wireless Security If "WPA2" is selected, the screen will look like the following example. Figure 10: WPA2 Screen Data – WPA2 Screen Security WPA2 System This is a later version of WPA which offers improved security. AES encryption is always used.
  • Page 25 Setup Figure 11: WPA+WPA2 Screen Data – WPA+WPA2 Screen Security WPA+WPA2 System If selected, wireless clients may use either WPA or WPA2. This option is sometimes called "Mixed Mode". Passphrase (PSK) Enter the Keyword key value. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key.

  • Page 26: Password Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router. Figure 12: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Router (on the Password screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.) Figure 13: Password Dialog "...

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    Chapter 4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: " TCP/IP network settings " Internet Access configuration " Wireless configuration Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Router.
  • Page 28 Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 14: Network Configuration Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 15: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP...
  • Page 29 PC Configuration " On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Router. Figure 16: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) "...
  • Page 30 Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 18: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.

  • Page 31: Specify An Ip Address

    PC Configuration Figure 19: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address Select the network card for your LAN. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below. Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server This is the default Windows setting.
  • Page 32 Wireless Router User Guide Figure 20 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows: " Click the DNS tab. " On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.
  • Page 33 PC Configuration Figure 21: Windows NT4.0 - DNS...
  • Page 34 Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 22: Network Configuration (Win 2000) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
  • Page 35 PC Configuration Figure 23: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 36 Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP Select Control Panel - Network Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 24: Network Configuration (Windows XP) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button.
  • Page 37 PC Configuration Figure 25: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct. Using DHCP To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server.

  • Page 38: For Windows Xp

    Wireless Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Router for Internet access: " Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional. " Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN, rather than by a Dial-up connection.

  • Page 39: Macintosh Clients

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

  • Page 40: Wireless Station Configuration

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

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Router and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: "...
  • Page 42 Wireless Router User Guide Data - Status Screen Internet Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup Wizard or WAN Port screen. Broadband Modem This shows the status of the connection from the Wireless Router to the Broadband Modem.

  • Page 43: Connection Status - Pppoe

    Operation and Status Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above. DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function - either "En- abled" or "Disabled". For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the IP addresses allocated to them, use the PC Database option on the Administration menu.
  • Page 44 Wireless Router User Guide Data - PPPoE Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users.
  • Page 45 Operation and Status Idle time-out reached The connection has been idle for the time period specified in the "Idle Time-out" field. The connection will now be termi- nated. Disconnecting The current connection is being terminated, due to either the "Idle Time-out" above, or "Disconnect" button being clicked. Error: Remote Server not ISP's Server did not respond.

  • Page 46: Connection Status - Pptp

    Wireless Router User Guide Connection Status - PPTP If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 28: PPTP Status Screen Data - PPTP Screen Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Physical Address Internet.

  • Page 47: Connection Status - L2Tp

    Operation and Status Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new messages. Refresh Update the data on screen. Connection Status - L2TP If using L2TP, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details"...

  • Page 48: Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond

    Wireless Router User Guide Connection Log " The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the Connection Log existing connection. " The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh button will update the messages shown on screen. Buttons Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.

  • Page 49: Connection Details - Singtel Ras

    Operation and Status Connection Status This indicates whether or not the connection is currently estab- lished. " If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be used to establish a connection. " If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be used to break the connection.
  • Page 50 Wireless Router User Guide Data - RAS Screen Internet RAS Plan The RAS Plan which is currently used. Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users.

  • Page 51: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), a screen like the following example will be dis- played when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 32: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen Internet Physical Address...
  • Page 52 Wireless Router User Guide Buttons Release/Renew This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). If you have a Button will display Fixed (Static) IP address, this button has no effect. EITHER "...

  • Page 53: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. " Access Control " Dynamic DNS " Advanced Internet " Communication Applications " Special Applications " "...
  • Page 54 Wireless Router User Guide Access Control Screen To view this screen, select the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Figure 33: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen Group Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the settings for the selected Group.
  • Page 55 Advanced Features Edit Service List If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service list, Button click this button to open the "Services" screen. Buttons Edit Service List If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service list, click this button to open the "Services"...

  • Page 56: Services Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 34: Access Control - Services Data - Services Screen Available Services This lists all the available services. Available Services "Delete"...

  • Page 57: Access Control Log

    Advanced Features New Service" area on screen. Cancel Clear the " Add New Service " area, ready for entering data for a new Service. Access Control Log To check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is provided. Click the View Log button on the Access Control screen to view this log.

  • Page 58: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    Wireless Router User Guide Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Inter- net users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address. This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address.
  • Page 59 Advanced Features " This message is returned by the DDNS Server. DDNS Status " Normally, this message should be something like "Update suc- cessful" (current IP address was updated on the DDNS server). " If the message is "No host", this indicates the host name entered was not allocated to you.

  • Page 60: Advanced Internet Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. " Communication Applications " Special Applications " " Multi-DMZ An example screen is shown below. Figure 36: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Broadband Router.

  • Page 61: Special Applications

    Advanced Features Send incoming calls to This lists the PCs on your LAN. " If necessary, you can add PCs manually, using the "PC Database" option on the advanced menu. " For each application listed above, you can choose a destina- tion PC.
  • Page 62 Wireless Router User Guide Data - Special Applications Screen Checkbox Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required. Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. " Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data Incoming from the special application or service.
  • Page 63 Advanced Features Multi-DMZ This feature is only available if your ISP has allocated you multiple Internet IP addresses. If you have multiple Internet IP addresses, you can assign one DMZ PC for each Internet IP address. " The "DMZ PC" will receive all "Unknown" connections and data received for the Internet IP address associated with it.

  • Page 64: Url Filter

    Wireless Router User Guide URL Filter The URL Filter allows you to block access to undesirable Web site " To use this feature, you must define "filter strings". If the "filter string" appears in a re- quested URL, the request is blocked. "...
  • Page 65 Advanced Features Delete Use this to delete the selected entry or entries, as required. Multiple entries can be selected by holding down the CTRL key while selecting. (On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key while selecting.) Delete All Use this button to delete all entries, if required. Add Filter Filter String To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add"...

  • Page 66: Define Schedule

    Wireless Router User Guide Define Schedule The schedule can be used for the Access Control and URL Filter features. " Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. " Times must be entered using a 24 hr clock. " If the time for a particular day is blank, no action will be performed.

  • Page 67: User Groups

    Advanced Features User Groups User Groups are used by the Access Control and the URL Filter features. " Groups are pre-named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed. " All PCs are in the "Default" group, unless moved to another group. "...

  • Page 68: Ip Address Seen By Internet Users

    Wireless Router User Guide Virtual Servers This feature, sometimes called Port Forwarding, allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: " Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address.
  • Page 69 Advanced Features Figure 42: Virtual Servers Screen This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers. Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties" area. Data - Virtual Servers Screen Servers Servers This lists a number of pre-defined Servers, plus any Servers you have defined.

  • Page 70: Defining Your Own Virtual Servers

    Wireless Router User Guide Buttons Defaults This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the pre- defined Servers to use their default port numbers. Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set OFF.

  • Page 71: Connecting To The Virtual Servers

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

  • Page 72: Wan Port Configuration

    Wireless Router User Guide WAN Port Configuration The WAN Port option is on the Advanced menu. Figure 43: WAN Port Screen Data – WAN Port Screen Port Settings Normally, this can be left at "Automatic". If the device attached to the Port Speed WAN Port has problems making a connection, you can select the setting required or preferred by the other device.
  • Page 73 Advanced Features WAN Port MAC Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address. This is a Address low-level identifier, as seen from the WAN port. Normally there is no need to change this, but some ISPs require a particular value, often that of the PC initially used for Internet access. You can use the Copy from PC button to copy your PC's address into this field, the Default button to insert the default value, or enter a value directly.
  • Page 74 Wireless Router User Guide Login Login Method If your ISP does not use a login method (username, password) for Internet access, leave this at the default value None (Direct connec- tion). Otherwise, check the documentation from your ISP, select the login method used, and enter the required data.
  • Page 75 Advanced Features Copy from PC Inserts the MAC address from your PC into the MAC address field. You must click "Save" to actually change the address used. Save Save your changes to the Broadband Router. Cancel Reverse any changes made since the last "Save".

  • Page 76: Chapter 7 Advanced Administration

    Chapter 7 Advanced Administration This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu. Overview Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to provide additional options for advanced users.

  • Page 77: Config File

    Advanced Administration Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Wireless Router, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless Router, by upload- ing it to the Wireless Router. This screen also allows you to set the Wireless Router back to its factory default configuration.

  • Page 78: Logs

    Wireless Router User Guide Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Router This data is useful for trouble- shooting, but enabling all logs will generate a large amount of data and adversely affect performance. Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Wireless Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 79 Advanced Administration Timezone Select the correct Timezone for your location. This is required for the date/time shown on the logs to be correct. View Log Button Use this to view each log, as required. Clear Log Button Use this to restart the required log. This makes it easier to read the latest entries.

  • Page 80: Network Diagnostics

    Wireless Router User Guide Network Diagnostics This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems. An example Network Diagnostics screen is shown below. Figure 46: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Enter the IP address you wish to ping.

  • Page 81: Options

    Advanced Administration Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal opera- tion, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings. An example Options screen is shown below. Figure 47: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Backup DNS IP Address...

  • Page 82: Pc Database

    Wireless Router User Guide PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It elimi- nates the need to enter IP addresses. Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN.
  • Page 83 Advanced Administration Data - PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices). If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this Name matches the PC's "hostname". IP Address If adding a new PC to the list, enter the IP Address of the PC here.
  • Page 84 Wireless Router User Guide PC Database (Admin) This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Administration" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 49: PC Database (Admin) Data - PC Database ( Admin) Screen This lists all current entries.
  • Page 85 Advanced Administration IP Address Select the appropriate option: " Automatic - The PC is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: "Ob- tain an IP address automatically"). The Wireless Router will allocate an IP address to this PC when requested to do so. The IP address could change, but normally won't.

  • Page 86: Remote Administration

    Wireless Router User Guide Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Router via the Internet. Figure 50: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device Enable Remote Management will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet.
  • Page 87 Advanced Administration To connect from a remote PC via the Internet Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":"...

  • Page 88: Routing

    Wireless Router User Guide Routing Overview " If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. " If the Wireless Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing"...
  • Page 89 Advanced Administration Figure 51: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen Enable RIP V1 Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Broadband Router The Wireless Router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Table Entries "...

  • Page 90: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Wireless Router User Guide Buttons Save Save the RIP setting. This has no effect on the Static Routing Table. Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is ignored, and has no effect.
  • Page 91 Advanced Administration Static Routing - Example Figure 52: Routing Example For the Broadband Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Router requires 2 entries as follows. Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0 Network Mask...

  • Page 92: Security

    Wireless Router User Guide Security This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 53: Security Screen Data - Security Screen DoS Firewall If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and Enable DoS blocked. The default is enabled. It is strongly recommended that this Firewall setting be left enabled.
  • Page 93 Advanced Administration The IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP protocols are used to establish a secure Allow VPN connection, and are widely used by VPN (Virtual Private Network- Pass through ing) programs. " If checked, these VPN connections are allowed. " If not checked, these VPN connections are blocked. Note: IPSec sessions must NOT use AH (Authentication Header).

  • Page 94: Upgrade Firmware

    Wireless Router User Guide Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, and then select Upgrade on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 54: Upgrade Firmware Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: Click the "Browse"...

  • Page 95: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Appendix A Troubleshooting This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.
  • Page 96 Wireless Router User Guide Solution 2: The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not trans- parent. Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applications which do not function correctly. If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every application, but: "...

  • Page 97: Appendix B About Wireless Lans

    Appendix B About Wireless LANs This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: " Ad-hoc " Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Sta- tions (e.g.

  • Page 98: Channels

    Wireless Router User Guide As Wireless Stations are physically moved through the area covered by an ESS, they will automatically change to the Access Point which has the least interference or best performance. This capability is called Roaming. (Access Points do not have or require Roaming capabilities.) Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.

  • Page 99: Wpa2

    Appendix A - Troubleshooting common encryption method is TKIP. Another widely- supported method is AES. WPA2 WPA2 is another standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted. This is a later standard than WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), and provides greater security for your data. Data is encrypted using AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), a symmetric 128Bit block data encryption technique, which is automatically generated and changed often.
  • Page 100 Wireless Router User Guide Security The Wireless Stations and the Access Point must use the same settings for Wireless security. (Off, WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA+WPA2). WEP: If WEP is used, the Key size (64Bit, 128Bit), Key value, and Authentication settings must be the same on the Wireless Stations and the Access Point.

  • Page 101: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications Multi-Function Wireless Router Model Wireless Router Dimensions 141mm(W) * 100mm(D) * 27mm(H) Operating Temperature 0# C to 40# C Storage Temperature -10# C to 70# C Network Protocol: TCP/IP Network Interface: 5 Ethernet: 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection 1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for WAN LEDs Power Adapter...

  • Page 102: Regulatory Approvals

    Wireless Router User Guide Regulatory Approvals CE Standards This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC standards: " EN300328-2 " EN301489-1/-17 " EN60950 CE Marking Warning This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Table of Contents