Copyright Copyright (C) 2004 PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved. The products and programs described in this User’s Manual are licensed products of PLANET Technology, This User’s Manual contains proprietary information protected by copyright, and this User’s Manual and all accompanying hardware, software, and documentation are copyrighted.
CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION ... 1 1.1 A ADE-4120 ... 1 VERVIEW OF THE 1.2 P ... 1 ACKAGE ONTENTS 1.3 ADE-4120 F ... 1 EATURES 1.4 ADE-4120 A ... 3 PPLICATION CHAPTER 2. USING THE ROUTER... 4 2.1 C AUTIONS FOR USING THE 2.2 T RONT ANEL...
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APPENDIX B. FAQ AND PRODUCT SUPPORT... 36 APPENDIX C GLOSSARY ... 39...
1.1 An Overview of the ADE-4120 The ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router provides office and residential users the ideal solution for securely sharing a high-speed ADSL broadband Internet connection on a 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet backbone. It has built-in 4-port 10/100Mbps Ethernet switch for easily connecting to multiple PCs.
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PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router LAN site and automatic switching between MDI and MDI-X for 10Base-T and 100Base- TX ports is supported. Multi-Protocol to Establish A Connection: Supports PPPoA (RFC 2364 - PPP over ATM Adaptation Layer 5), RFC 1483 encapsulation over ATM (bridged or routed) and PPP over Ethernet (RFC 2516) to establish a connection with the ISP.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.4 ADE-4120 Application Internet Connection with Firewall: They are the perfect solution to connect a small group of PCs to a high-speed broadband Internet connection. Multi-users can have high-speed Internet access simultaneously. With their packet filter and access control function, the internal network is greatly secured.
Chapter 2. Using the Router 2.1 Cautions for using the ADE-4120 Do not place the ADE-4120 under high humidity and high temperature. Do not use the same power source for ADE-4120 with other equipment. Do not open or repair the case yourself. If the ADE-4120 is too hot, turn off the power immediately and have a qualified serviceman repair it.
2.3 The Rear Ports Port ADSL CONSOLE LAN 1 — 4 (RJ-45 connector) Reset 2.4 Cabling The most common problem is bad cabling or ADSL line. Make sure that all connected devices are turned on. On the front of the product is a bank of LEDs. As a first check, verify that the LAN Link and ADSL line LEDs are lit.
Chapter 3. Configuration The ADE-4120 can be configured with your Web browser. The web browser is included as a standard application in the following operation systems, UNIX, Linux, Mac OS, Windows 98/NT/2000/Me, etc. The product provides a very easy and user-friendly interface for configuration.
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1. Go to Start / Settings / Control Panel. In the Control Panel, double-click on Network and choose the Configuration tab. 2. Select TCP / IP -> NE2000 Compatible, or the name of any Network Interface Card (NIC) in your PC. 3.
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PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 5. Then select the DNS Configuration tab. 6. Select the Disable DNS radio button and click “OK” to finish the configuration.
Chapter 2 Using ADE-4120 3.3.2 For Windows NT4.0 1. Go to Start / Settings / Control Panel. In the Control Panel, double-click on Network and choose the Protocols tab. 2. Select TCP/IP Protocol and click Properties. 3. Select the Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server radio button and click OK.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.3.3 For Windows 2000 1. Go to Start / Settings / Control Panel. In the Control Panel, double-click on Network and Dial-up Connections. 2. Double-click LAN Area Connection. 3. In the LAN Area Connection Status window, click Properties.
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Chapter 2 Using ADE-4120 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 5. Select the Obtain an IP address automatically and the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio buttons. 6. Click OK to finish the configuration.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.3.4 For Windows XP 1. Go to Start / Control Panel (in Classic View). In the Control Panel, double-click on Network Connections. 2. Double-click Local Area Connection 3. In the LAN Area Connection Status window, click Properties.
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Chapter 2 Using ADE-4120 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 5. Select the Obtain an IP address automatically and the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio buttons...
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 6. Click OK to finish the configuration. 3.4 Factory Default Settings Before configurating this ADE-4120, you need to know the following default settings. 1. Web Configurator Does not require user name and password 2. Device IP Network settings in LAN site IP Address : 192.168.1.254 Subnet Mask : 255.255.255.0 3.
are shown below. IP address Subnet Mask DHCP server function IP addresses for distribution to PCs 3.5 Information from the ISP Before configuring this device, you have to check with your ISP (Internet Service Provider) what kind of service is provided such as PPPoE, PPPoA, RFC1483, or DHCP client.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6 Configuring with the Web Browser Open the web browser, enter the local port IP address of this ADE-4120 , which defaults at 192.168.1.254, and click “Go”, you will get a function overview page when login successfully.
3.6.2.1 Setup 1 System parameters Select the operating mode in Setup1 page of web configuration server as follows: You can get these modes from your ISP. Please check section 3.5 for detail. After you select the mode you want, please click “Next” to continue. 3.6.2.2 Setup 2 LAN parameters Configure the following values into the ADSL Router's Setup page.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router creating with your ADSL Router. Unless you have specific internal needs or in the router mode, there should be no reason to change these values. Please check with your ISP to see if you need to enter Router & Domain Names to be viewed by your ISP's network.
3.6.2.4 Setup 4 VC parameters You should check with your ISP for VPI/VCI and AAL5 Encapsulation for ATM VC parameter. After you complete the settings of this page, click “Next” to continue. 3.6.2.5 Setup 5 Dial parameters You should give user's name and password if you select PPPoE+NAT or PPPoA+NAT mode in step 1.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6.2.6 Step 6 Confirm parameters This page shows all the settings you have configured. Please click “Finish” button to complete your settings. The “Save Configuration & Restart System” page is shown. Click “Save” to save the new configuration.
3.6.3 Basic The basic configurations are listed these functions in common use for the ADSL Router system. Please link to the specific feature page to set these parameters. 3.6.3.1 User profile This page allows you to set the Username and Password to prevent improper accessing from un-authorized users.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6.3.2 Log table display setting The packet log setting allows the display of the incoming and outgoing data on the MONITOR. Check the box to enable log table then you can find the record on the “Monitor”.
3.6.3.4 User access control You can fill in the LAN IP address, MAC address and port range to limit the Internet access of the local user. 3.6.3.5 DHCP DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows you to automatically assign IP addresses to client stations logging onto a TCP/IP network. It eliminates the need to manually assign permanent IP addresses.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6.3.6 Forward This page allows you to setup up the public services on your network. It provides three sub-functions: Virtual Server, Prot forwarding and Port Triggering. 3.6.3.6.1 Virtual Server Please fill in the IP address and enable the server. The Preset Applications are among the most widely used Internet applications.
3.6.3.6.3 Port Triggering The Router will watch the outgoing data for specific port. If the PC behind the router sends the data witch is matching the 'Port Triggering table' through the router, the router will record it. When the requested incoming data returns, the router will send it to the PC by way of Port Triggering table rule.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router helps you dividing the client PCs on the LAN into several groups and each group access Internet through one real IP Address. You also can set single local IP Address map to single Global IP Address. Thus it empowers the management and provides much wider application over ADSL line.
3.6.3.9 DDNS DDNS(Dynamic DNS) service points a fixed hostname to a dynamic WAN IP address or static IP address, allowing your computer to be accessed from various locations on the Internet without knowing your current IP. With a DDNS connection you can host your own web site, email server, FTP site and more at your own location.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6.4 Advance This function allows you to make routing configuration. 3.6.4.1 Static route You may set up a static route if you want to connect your router to more than one network. A static route is a pre-determined path that network information must reach a specific host or network.
3.6.4.2 RIP RIP (Routing Information Protoco allows a router to exchange routing information with other routers. The RIP Direction field controls the sending and receiving of RIP packets. The RIP version field controls the format and the broadcasting method of the RIP packets that the Router sends (it recognizes both formats when receiving).
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router 3.6.5 Utility This function provides you the system information, status and firmware upgrade. 3.6.5.1 System This page provides you the general system information including firmware version.
3.6.5.2 Firmware upgrade This page allows you to upgrade the firmware through TFTP server. Please note that you have to setup a TFTP server first and store that firmware file on the TFTP server directory. After you have clicked on the 'OK' button, please wait for a while during the transfer of the files.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router Router is restarted, your browser session will be disconnected. It may appear that your browser session doesn't work. When the ADSL Router restarts after a few seconds, you can input the default IP address ( http://192.168.1.254) to open the web interface again. 3.6.5.4 Save &...
Chapter 2 Using ADE-4120 3.6.6 Monitor This function is used to monitor the Network status or the status of the ADSL Router. The available options depend on your operation mode. Click on the icon in the left window then the table will pop up.
PLANET ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If the ADE-4120 ADSL Firewall Router is not functioning properly, you can refer first to this chapter for simple troubleshooting before contacting your service provider. This could save you time and effort but if the symptoms persist, then consult your service provider. Problems Starting Up the ADE-4120 Problem None of the LEDs are...
Appendix A. Specification Product ADSL Firewall Router Model ADE-4120A / ADE-4120B Hardware Standard ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) including - Annex A (ADSL over POTS for ADE-4120A) - Annex B (ADSL over ISDN for ADE-4120B) G.992.2 (G.lite) with fast retrain Protocol RFC 2364 - PPP over ATM (LLC/VCMUX) RFC 2516 - PPP over Ethernet (LLC/VCMUX)
Appendix B. FAQ and Product Support Most problems can be solved by using the Troubleshooting in Chapter 4 and the following FAQ. If you cannot resolve the problem, please contact the dealer where you purchased this product. For any other questions, please contact PLANET directly at the following email address: support@planet.com.tw.
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How do I get Napster to work with the Router? Napster is fully compatible with the Router and requires no special settings. How can I not receive corrupted FTP downloads? If you are experiencing corrupted files when you download a file with your FTP client, try using another FTP program.
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Why can't I connect to the Web Configurator? You can remove the proxy server settings in your web browser. Why is that i can ping to outside hosts, but not access Internet websites? Check the DNS server settings on your PC. You should get the DNS servers settings from your ISP.
Appendix C Glossary Address mask A bit mask used to select bits from an Internet address for subnet addressing. The mask is 32 bits long and selects the network portion of the Internet address and one or more bits of the local portion.
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every device on your network. DHCP software typically runs in servers and is also found in network devices such as Routers. Discrete Multi-Tone frequency signal modulation Downstream rate The line rate for return messages or data transfers from the network machine to the user's premises machine.
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Internet address An IP address is assigned in blocks of numbers to user organizations accessing the Internet. These addresses are established by the United States Department of Defense's Network Information Center. Duplicate addresses can cause major problems on the network, but the NIC trusts organizations to use individual addresses responsibly.
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on connection by simulating a dial-up connection. Remote server A network computer allows a user to log on to the network from a distant location. Request for Comments - Refers to documents published by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) proposing standard protocols and procedures for the Internet. RFCs can be found at www.ietf.org..
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accessed by multiple users, such as Server PCs, or printers. If you are using your Router to share your cable or DSL Internet connection, contact your ISP to see if they have assigned your home a static IP address. You will need that address during your Router's configuration. Subnet For routing purposes, IP networks can be divided into logical subnets by using a subnet mask.
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