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Planex BLW-04G User Manual

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  • Page 1 54Mbps Wireless Broadband Router User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents G ................................I INTRODUCTION..............................1 CHAPTER 1: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BLW-04G .................. 3 1-1 A BLW-04G..........................3 BOUT 1-2 C BLW-04G P ......................4 ONTENTS OF THE ACKAGE 1-3 F BLW-04G ........................4 EATURES OF THE CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION & SETUP ................6 2-1 R &...
  • Page 3 5-3 BLW-04G C ........................29 ONFIGURATION 5-4 A BLW-04G ....................29 DDING XISTING ETWORK CHAPTER 6: TROUBLE SHOOTING......................31 ............................... 31 ARDWARE )..........................32 LIENT OMPUTERS APPENDIX A: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .................. 34 APPENDIX B: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................36 APPENDIX C: GLOSSARY ..........................37...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    DSL/Cable modem. This Firewall Router allows up to 253 users on the Ethernet LAN simultaneously but makes IP configuration simple and easy. Configured as a DHCP server, the BLW-04G assigns an IP Address to every connected PC on Ethernet LAN automatically. Also, DHCP client helps WAN port obtain IP address dynamically assigned by ISP.
  • Page 5 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation & Setup This chapter describes the steps for the hardware installation of the BLW-04G. Chapter 3: Internet Access This chapter describes the steps for the basic configuration and start up of the BLW-04G. Chapter 4: Advanced Applications This chapter describes how to configure advanced functions in order to get the most from your BLW-04G.

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Getting To Know Your Blw-04G

    BLW-04G. 1-1 About The BLW-04G The BLW-04G is a hybrid design product which combines Ethernet technology and wireless access into a single stand-alone unit. The device allows you take advantages of both mobility and fast connection. All PCs whenever on wireless LAN or Ethernet LAN can share files, printers and other network resource.

  • Page 7: Contents Of The Blw-04G Package

    6. Short cord 7. User’s Manual 1-3 Features of the BLW-04G Your BLW-04G contains the following features that make it excellent for network connections. Allows multiple users to access the Internet at the same time by providing maximum Internet utilization to multiple users sharing a single public IP Address.
  • Page 8 Built-in web-based user interface for easy configuration and management through common web browsers such as Netscape Communication 6.0 or later and Internet Explorer 5.0 or later. Built-in firewall to protect your PCs from outside intruders (NAT). Supports DHCP client to receive both a dynamic IP Address and a fixed IP Address from ISP.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Hardware Installation & Setup

    2-1 Rear Panel & Connections The following figure shows the rear view of the BLW-04G and illustrates how the cables connect to the interfaces on the rear panel. Plug one end of the UTP cable into the...

  • Page 10: System Requirements And Setup

    To connect to the Internet, an external ADSL or Cable modem and an Internet access account from an ISP is required. In order to operate with the BLW-04G, each PC that is to be connected to the BLW-04G should have the following things installed: 8.
  • Page 11 12. Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 6.0 or later. Installing the TCP/IP Protocol If you are not sure whether the TCP/IP Protocol has been installed, follow these steps to check, and if necessary, install TCP/IP onto your PCs. 1.
  • Page 12 In the “Local Area Connection Status” window, click the “Properties” button then your Network window will appear. There is only one tab, “General”, in the Network window. 2. Check whether the TCP/IP Protocol has already been installed onto your computer’s Ethernet card. Note that TCP/IP Protocol can be installed for a computer’s Dial-Up Adapter as well as for the Ethernet card.
  • Page 13 3. Double-click “Protocol” in the Select Network Component Type or highlight “Protocol” then click “Add”. 4. Highlight “Microsoft” under the list of manufacturers. Double-click “TCP/IP” from the list on the right or highlight “TCP/IP” then click “OK” to install TCP/IP. - 4 -...
  • Page 14 Select “Specify an IP address” and enter “192.168.1.***” in the “IP Address” location (where *** is a number between 2 and 254 used by the BLW-04G to identify each computer), and the default “Subnet Mask” 255.255.255.0”. Note that no two computer on the same LAN can have the same IP address.
  • Page 15 “DNS IP Address” obtained from your ISP in the “Server Search Order” location. Then click the “Add” button. Click on the “Gateway” tab and enter the BLW-04G’s default gateway value 192.168.1.1 in the “New gateway” field, then click “Add” Botton.
  • Page 16 Click “OK”. Restart your PC to complete the TCP/IP installation. - 7 -...

  • Page 17: Chapter 3: Internet Access

    Internet via your BLW-04G. 3-1 Prepare your network information In order to allow quick referencing when setting up your BLW-04G, it is suggested you complete the table below with the necessary information. This should be supplied by your ISP.

  • Page 18: Initial Configuration - Setup

    3-3 Initial Configuration – Setup The “OnePage Setup” screen is the first screen you will see when you access the Utility. If the router has already been successfully installed and set up, this screen’s values will already be properly configured. Host Name This entry is required by certain ISPs.
  • Page 19 the router are used by the internal LAN. The default values are 192.168.1.1 for the IP Address and 255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask. Wireless Check “Disable”, “11g & 11b” or “11g” to make the wireless LAN function active or select to support 11b/11g mixed mode or 11g only. SSID As the acronym for Service Set Identifier, ESSID is the unique name shared among all clients and Wireless Broadband Router in a same...
  • Page 20 ISP to obtain the correct information. Obtain an IP automatically It is the default option for the router. If your ISP automatically assign a IP address and other values to the BLW-04G, leave them there without making any changes. Static IP The Public IP Address and Subnet Mask of the router are used by external users of the Internet (including your ISP).
  • Page 21 Internet IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. Subnet Mask Enter the subnet mask values provided by your ISP. Gateway Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway IP Address. Domain Name Server (DNS) Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS IP Address.
  • Page 22 connection between the CPE (end-user side) and DSLAM (ISP side). If your ISP uses PPTP to establish the connection, you should select this item and follow the steps below. Internet IP Address Enter the IP address provided by your ISP. If your ISP provides you an Alcatel Speed Touch modem, it is suggested that you enter 10.0.0.150 in this column.

  • Page 23: Chapter 4: Advanced Applications

    Chapter 4: Advanced Applications This chapter provides information on how to set up and use the advanced functions of your BLW-04G. 4-1 DHCP Configuration A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server can automatically assign IP Addresses to each computer in your network. Unless you already have one in you LAN, it is highly recommended that you set your router to act as a DHCP server.

  • Page 24: Access Control

    current DHCP client information. Click “Apply” after making any changes. 4-2 Access Control The Access Control feature allows administrators to block certain users from accessing the Internet or specific applications. Before using this function, the network PCs which you want to control the access limitation should be assigned fixed IP Addresses.

  • Page 25: Virtual Server Settings

    (server) configured with a fixed IP Address. Although the internal service addresses are not directly accessible to the external user, the BLW-04G is able to identify the service requested by the service port number and redirects the request to the appropriate internal IP Address/server. To use this application, it is recommended you use a fixed Public IP Address from your ISP.

  • Page 26: Dmz Host

    Ports Enter the desired service port numbers in the “Ports” fields. TCP/UDP You can specify the protocol type as “TCP” or “UDP” from the frame. If you are not sure which one to select, click “TCP” and “UDP”. A selection of well-known service port numbers is provided on this screen.

  • Page 27: Device Administration Settings

    Passwords and so that only authorized persons are able to magage this BLW-04G. If the Password is left blank, all users on your network can access this router simply by entering the unit’s IP Address into their web browser’s location window.
  • Page 28 External Admin. Choose “Enable” to allow you to configure the BLW-04G from the WAN side. Enter a port number between 1024 and 65535 (8080 is recommended). This port number must be specified when you connect. To access the setting page from the external side, enter “http://<WAN IP Address>:<Port Number>”...

  • Page 29: Status Monitor

    UPnP UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and configuration of equipment attached to your LAN. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later. If Enable, this device will be visible via UPnP. Factory Defaults Select “Yes” if you want to return all the router’s current settings to their factory defaults.

  • Page 30: Dynamic Routing

    LAN side IP Address distribution table will appear by clicking this button. 4-7 Dynamic Routing The Dynamic Routing feature allows your BLW-04G to exchange routing information with other routers in the network. Enabling this feature is likely to enhance performance of your BLW-04G.

  • Page 31: Static Routing

    BLW-04G. The diagram below gives an example of the physical connections required to use Static Routing. In the above diagram, PC2 in LAN#2 is connected to the BLW-04G via another router while PC1 in LAN#1 is connected to the BLW-04G directly. Without configuring the Static Routing function, the two PCs would not be able to communicate with each other.

  • Page 32: Log

    192.168.2.0 in the “Destination LAN IP” field and 255.255.255.0 in the “Subnet Mask” field. Default Gateway Enter the IP Address of the router that forwards data packets to the destination LAN. For the above example, enter 192.168.1.2 in the “Default Gateway” field. Interface Choose LAN if the Destination LAN is on your Router’s LAN side and choose WAN if the Destination LAN is on the Router’s WAN side.
  • Page 33 remember this numbering system, so a system that allocates a domain name such as “www.dyndns.org” provides an easier method. If you type “66.37.215.53” or “www.dyndns.org” in the web browser’s address bar, the browser will show the same web page. This is because both methods relate to the same web server.

  • Page 34: Wireless

    Password DynDNS.org, will also issue you with a password. Enter the detail in the “Password” field. Host Name DynDNS.org, will provide you with a Host Name. Enter this name in the “Host Name” field. Your IP Address This will display the IP Address currently assigned by your ISP.
  • Page 35 DTIM Interval DTIM is the acronym of delivery traffic indication message. It determines how often the MAC Layer forward multicast traffic. Transmission Rate Select “Auto” or other speed you wish to use. Authentication Type Select either Open System or Share Key as authentication type.

  • Page 36: Firmware Upgrade

    4-12 Firmware Upgrade The firmware (software) in the BLW-04G can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Firmware Upgrade on the Advanced menu. You will see a screen like the following. 4-12.1 To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5: Macintosh Setup

    It is assumed that your computer’s system software already has TCP/IP installed. You may manually configure your computer with a fixed IP Address or have an IP Address dynamically assigned to it by the BLW-04G’s DHCP server. 5-2.1 Dynamic IP Addressing using DHCP Server.

  • Page 38: Blw-04G Configuration

    Chapter 4: Advanced Applications. 5-4 Adding BLW-04G to Existing Network If the BLW-04G is to be added to an existing Macintosh computer network, the computers will have to be configured to connect to the Internet via the BLW-04G.
  • Page 39 (see the note on fixed IP Addresses 2-4 above). Enter “255.255.255.0” in the “Subnet Mask” location. Enter “192.168.1.1” (the BLW-04G’s default IP Address) in the “Router Address” location. Enter the ISP’s IP Address in the “Name Server” location if your ISP has provided the information.

  • Page 40: Chapter 6: Trouble Shooting

    BLW-04G. Hardware T: The Power LED is off. Check that the power cable is properly connected to the BLW-04G, the power adapter and the socket. T: The LAN Link LED is off. Check that the computer, hub or switch is properly connected to the BLW-04G.

  • Page 41: Client Side (Computers)

    Ping gateway IP (Default: 192.168.1.1) to check the internal link of network. Note if you’re not able to view the web configuration screen for the BLW-04G, make sure that you remove any proxy setting within your Internet browser, or remove the dial-up settings within your browser.
  • Page 42 Check whether other computers work. If they do, ensure the computer’s IP settings are correct (IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address and DNS) (3-3). Check the BLW-04G’s settings are correct (3-3). - 33 -...

  • Page 43: Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions

    Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is the maximum number of IP Addresses the BLW-04G can support? The BLW-04G can support up to 253 IP Addresses in the range of 192.168.1.2~192.168.1.254. Q: Where should the BLW-04G be installed on the network? In a typical environment, the BLW-04G should be installed between the ADSL/Cable modem and your LAN.
  • Page 44 E-mail account. Q: Can Internet users access LAN computers? BLW-04G uses NAT to router all in/out packets. All external users can only see the IP of the BLW-04G but cannot access LAN computers. The LAN computers are well protected with the BLW-04G’s natural firewall.

  • Page 45: Appendix B: Technical Specifications

    Appendix B: Technical Specifications Standards Compliance IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.11g Wireless Interface One 10/100Mbps Ethernet RJ45 port on WAN Four 10/100Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet RJ-45 ports and one uplink port on Wireless access point Management Web-based UI Management LED Display Power / DMZ / Status Enable/Activity for Wireless interface...

  • Page 46: Appendix C: Glossary

    Appendix C: Glossary 10Base-T / 100Base-T The adaptation of the Ethernet standard for Local Area Networks (LANs). 10Base-T uses a twisted pair cable with maximum lengths of 100 meters and transmits data at 10Mbps maximum. 100Base-T is similar, but uses two different twisted pair configurations and transmits at 100Mbps maximun.
  • Page 47 Cookie A Cookie is a piece of data stored on your PC that a web server can retrieve later to identify your machine. It is normally a text with ID number, but can include other information. DHCP DHCP, short for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, is a protocol for assigning dynamic IP Addresses to devices on a network.
  • Page 48 ESS is an acronym for Extend Service Set that consists of several BSS’s. Firewall A security system used to enforce an access control policy between an organisation’s networks and the Internet. IEEE Short for Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an organization best known for developing standards for the computer and electronics industry.
  • Page 49 Local Area Network (LAN) A computer network that spans a relatively small area. Most LANs are confined to a single building or group of buildings. However, one LAN can be connected to other LANs over any distance via telephone lines and radio waves. A system of LANs connected in this way is called a wide area network (WAN) MAC Address Short for Media Access Control Address and in a hardware address that...
  • Page 50 actually leasing a private line. Protocol An agreed format for transmitting, sending and receiving data between two devices. Roaming The ability for a wireless device moving from one access point’s range to another without losing the connection. Router An Internet device that routes requests for information to other routers until the information’s location is found and the data can be transmitted back to the origin of the request.
  • Page 51 standard. - 42 -...

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