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  • Page 1 User’s guide...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2001-2002, BeWAN systems. All rights reserved. June 2002 edition BeWAN and the BeWAN systems logo are the registered trademarks of BeWAN systems. All other trade names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Table of contents Introduction ....................5 Before starting........................5 Contents of the BeWAN ADSL Router box................ 5 Indicator lights and connectors .................... 6 Indicators .............................6 Connectors ...........................6 Ethernet Connection .................. 7 Direct connection ......................... 7 Indirect connection to an external hub.................
  • Page 4 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide PC running Windows 2000....................42 Verification of the protocols.......................42 PC parameterisation ........................43 Configuration verification......................47 PC running Windows XP....................49 Verification of the protocols.......................49 PC parameterisation ........................49 Configuration verification......................53 Macintosh (Mac OS 8.x to 9.x)..................55 Verification of the protocols.......................55...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    2. You have a subscription with an Internet service provider (ISP), who has confirmed your connection parameters (identifiers, password, DNS servers, etc.). Contents of the BeWAN ADSL Router box In addition to the modem, the BeWAN ADSL Router box also contains the following elements: Power supply cable BeWAN ADSL CD-ROM containing the...

  • Page 6: Indicator Lights And Connectors

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Indicator lights and connectors Indicators Located on the front of the BeWAN ADSL Router, the indicators provide information on the status of the BeWAN ADSL Router and of its connections. Indicator Indicator Position Corresponding name...

  • Page 7: Ethernet Connection

    RJ45 on the computer’s Ethernet card. 2. Locate the RJ11 cable. Connect one end of this cable to the ADSL port on the BeWAN ADSL Router, and the other end to your phone jack.
  • Page 8 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 3. Locate the RJ11 cable. Connect one end of this cable to the ADSL port on the BeWAN ADSL Router, and the other end to your phone jack. 4. Locate the power supply cable. Connect one end of this cable to the Power port on the BeWAN ADSL Router, and the other end to an electrical outlet which complies with the specifications indicated on the power pack.

  • Page 9: The Adsl Configurator

    In order to set the parameters of your BeWAN ADSL Router, you must install the ADSL Configurator. 1. Insert the BeWAN ADSL CD-ROM in your drive. If your PC’s configuration is set up for it, the installation program will launch automatically. If it does not, run the autorun.exe program which is located at the root of the CD-ROM.
  • Page 10 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 6. The Wizard is now ready to install the software. It has defined the default destination directory. Click on Next . 7. Select the program folder and then click on Next . 8. After a verification of the configuration, you can begin copying the files. Click on Next .

  • Page 11: De-Installing The Adsl Configurator

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 9. The installation of the ADSL Configurator is finished. Click on Finish . Note: if you would like to launch the application right away, check the I would like to launch ADSL Configurator box and then click on Finish.

  • Page 12: With Windows Xp

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide With Windows XP 1. Click on start , and then on Control Panel . 2. Click on Add or Remove Programs . 3. From the menu on the left, select Change or Remove Programs .

  • Page 13: Using The Adsl Configurator

    (i.e. load this profile to the router). • This tool is also used to update the firmware of your BeWAN ADSL Router. Creation / Modification of a profile 1. Click on Start , point to Programs , ADSL Configurator , and then click on ADSL Configurator to launch the application.

  • Page 14: Pppoa (Rfc 2364)

    In the LAN IP settings field, indicate your router’s IP address as well as the corresponding • sub-network mask. Note: the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address must imperatively be within the same addressing range as that of your local network. Select the modulation type required by your telecommunications operator. We recommend •...
  • Page 15 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 3. In the part DNS Relay , check Assigned by PPP . Indeed, if this is not the case and if you have entered the IP address of the router in order to use the Proxy DNS function, you will not able to navigate.
  • Page 16 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Configuring the DHCP server Here is an example of DHCP server configuration. This is used to automatically manage the assignment of IP addresses for the machines on the network. Each machine which is to connect to an Internet network must have a unique IP address.
  • Page 17 3. Fill in your sub-network and the corresponding mask. The sub-network must imperatively be in the same range as the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address. Click on OK . 4. Indicate the range of IP addresses which you would like to use, and then click on Add .
  • Page 18 5. In the Max lease time field, indicate the number of seconds during which this IP address is assigned to you. After this period, the DHCP server well assign a new IP address to you. 6. In the Routers field, indicate the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address, and then click on Add .
  • Page 19 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 7. Click OK to validate your parameters. 8. When you have finished entering these parameters, click on OK . Your profile will be saved in the folder of your choice. 9. Your newly created profile can now be loaded to the router. Refer to the section “Updating a...

  • Page 20: Pppoe (Rfc 2516)

    In the LAN IP settings field, indicate your router’s IP address as well as the corresponding • sub-network mask. Note: the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address must imperatively be within the same addressing range as that of your local network. Select the modulation type required by your telecommunications operator. We recommend •...
  • Page 21 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 3. In the part DNS Relay , check Assigned by PPP . Indeed, if this is not the case and if you have entered the IP address of the router in order to use the Proxy DNS function, you will not able to navigate.

  • Page 22: Saving A Profile

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Saving a profile 1. Click on Start , point to Programs , ADSL Configurator , and then click on ADSL Configurator to launch the application. 2. If the connection has been made correctly, your router must be visible in the configurator. Select it, and then click on Get profile .

  • Page 23: Updating A Profile

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Updating a profile 1. Click on Start , point to Programs , ADSL Configurator , and then click on ADSL Configurator to launch the application. 2. If the connection has been made correctly, your router must be visible in the configurator. Select it, and then click on Upload profile .

  • Page 24: Firmware Updating

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Firmware updating Note: under no circumstances should you disconnect the BeWAN ADSL Router cables during this reboot phase. This would damage its memory and make it unusable (damage not covered by the warranty). 1. Click on Start , point to Programs , ADSL Configurator , and then click on ADSL Configurator to launch the application.
  • Page 25 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 5. Please wait while the update steps are carried out. When the router reboot has completed, click on Exit . 6. The MAC address of the BeWAN ADSL Router appears with the new firmware version.

  • Page 26: Configuration Of The Computers

    PC running Windows 95/98/Me Verification of the protocols As the BeWAN ADSL router uses the TCP/IP network protocol, the latter must be installed in your PC. We also suggest that you install the NetBEUI protocol for better management of the Microsoft network.
  • Page 27 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Installation of the TCP/IP protocol 1. In the Configuration tab of the Network window, click on Add… . 2. In the Select Network Component Type window, select Protocol and then click on Add… . 3. In the Manufacturers window, select Microsoft , then TCP/IP from the Network Protocols list.

  • Page 28: Pc Parameterisation

    According to whether you use dynamic or fixed IP addresses, please refer to the relevant section. Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 29 Internet. If you have any questions about these elements, please check with a network specialist. 5. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”.
  • Page 30 Network icon. 2. Click on the Gateway tab. 3. In the New gateway field, indicate the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address, and then click on Add . Reminder: by default, the IP address of the BeWAN ADSL Router is “10.0.0.138”.
  • Page 31 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide DNS servers are used for the resolution of symbolic names on the Internet. To carry out your PC’s DNS configuration, follow these steps: 1. Click on Start , then point to Settings , and then click on Control Panel . Then double-click on the Network icon.

  • Page 32: Configuration Verification

    PC’s network configuration is correct and that it can communicate with the BeWAN ADSL Router. To use these utilities, make sure that the BeWAN ADSL Router is turned on and that the Ethernet cables are properly connected (see the chapter “Connections” on page 7).
  • Page 33 If you see a screen similar to the following one, your configuration is operational. In the following example, the PC failed to establish a dialogue with the BeWAN ADSL Router. If you see a screen similar to the following one, your configuration is not operational. Check the...

  • Page 34: Pc Running Windows Nt

    PC running Windows NT Verification of the protocols As the BeWAN ADSL Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol, the latter must be installed in your PC. We also suggest that you install the NetBEUI protocol for better management of the Microsoft network.
  • Page 35 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Installation of the TCP/IP protocol 1. In the Protocols tab of the Network window, click on Add… . 2. From the Network Protocol list, select TCP/IP Protocol . 3. Then click OK in each of the Windows and follow the on-screen instructions in order to validate the modifications.

  • Page 36: Pc Parameterisation

    Depending on your choice, refer to the corresponding section in this chapter. Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 37 Internet. If you have any questions about these elements, please check with a network specialist. 7. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”.
  • Page 38 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 8. In the Default gateway field, indicate the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address, and then click on Advanced..Reminder: by default, the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address is “10.0.0.138”. You can then configure the DNS (see the next section).
  • Page 39 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide DNS servers are used for the resolution of symbolic names on the Internet. To carry out your PC’s DNS configuration, follow these steps: 1. In the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties window, click on the DNS tab.

  • Page 40: Configuration Verification

    BeWAN ADSL Router. To use these utilities, make sure that the BeWAN ADSL Router is turned on and that the Ethernet cables are properly connected (see “Connections” on page 7).
  • Page 41 If you see a screen similar to the following one, your configuration is operational. In the following example, the PC failed to establish a dialogue with the BeWAN ADSL Router. If you see a screen similar to the following one, your configuration is not operational. Check the...

  • Page 42: Pc Running Windows 2000

    PC running Windows 2000 Verification of the protocols The BeWAN ADSL Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol. With Windows 2000, this is installed by default. We also suggest that you install the NetBEUI protocol for better management of the Microsoft network.

  • Page 43: Pc Parameterisation

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Installation of the NetBEUI protocol 1. Click on Install… . In the Select Network Component Type window, select Protocol and then click on Add… . 2. Select the NetBEUI Protocol line, then click on OK .
  • Page 44 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 45 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Select the option Use the following DNS server addresses . The router’s IP address should preferably be entered. You therefore use the router’s Proxy DNS function, which optimises navigation. Note: in order to use this function, check Assigned by PPP in DNS Relay while configuring your profile (refer to the “Creation / Modification of a profile”...
  • Page 46 6. In the Subnet mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”. 7. In the Default gateway field, indicate the IP address assigned to the BeWAN ADSL Router. Reminder: by default, the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address is “10.0.0.138”.

  • Page 47: Configuration Verification

    BeWAN ADSL Router. To use these utilities, make sure that the BeWAN ADSL Router is turned on and that the Ethernet cables are properly connected (see “Connections” on page 7).
  • Page 48 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Ping The Ping utility is used to test the communications between the PC and the BeWAN ADSL Router via the TCP/IP protocol. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on Start , then point to Programs , Accessories , and then click on Command Prompt .

  • Page 49: Pc Running Windows Xp

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide PC running Windows XP Verification of the protocols The BeWAN ADSL Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol. With Windows XP, this is installed by default. 1. Click on start , and then on Control Panel .
  • Page 50 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 51 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Select the option Use the following DNS server addresses . The router’s IP address should preferably be entered. You therefore use the router’s Proxy DNS function, which optimises navigation. Note: in order to use this function, check Assigned by PPP in DNS Relay while configuring your profile (refer to the “Creation / Modification of a profile”...
  • Page 52 6. In the Subnet mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”. 7. In the Default gateway field, indicate the IP address assigned to the BeWAN ADSL Router. Reminder: by default, the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address is “10.0.0.138”.

  • Page 53: Configuration Verification

    BeWAN ADSL Router. To use these utilities, make sure that the BeWAN ADSL Router is turned on and that the Ethernet cables are properly connected (see “Connections” on page 7).
  • Page 54 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Ping The Ping utility is used to test the communications between the PC and the BeWAN ADSL Router via the TCP/IP protocol. Proceed as follows: 1. Click on start , All Programs , point to Accessories , and then click on Command Prompt .

  • Page 55: Macintosh (Mac Os 8.X To 9.X)

    Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 56 5. In the Subnet mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”. 6. In the Router address field, indicate the IP address assigned to the BeWAN ADSL Router. Reminder: by default, the BeWAN ADSL Router’s IP address is “10.0.0.138”.
  • Page 57 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 7. In the Name server addr. area, the router’s IP address should preferably be entered. You therefore use the router’s Proxy DNS function, which optimises navigation. Note: in order to use this function, check Assigned by PPP in DNS Relay while configuring your profile (refer to the “Creation / Modification of a profile”...

  • Page 58: Macintosh (Mac Os X.1)

    Dynamic IP address You have chosen to use and set the parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router DHCP server so that it dynamically assigns IP addresses to computers on the local network; proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 59 Internet. If you have any questions about these elements, please check with a network specialist. 6. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”.
  • Page 60 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 8. In the Domain Name Servers area, the router’s IP address should preferably be entered. You therefore use the router’s Proxy DNS function, which optimises navigation. Note: in order to use this function, check Assigned by PPP in DNS Relay while configuring your profile (refer to the “Creation / Modification of a profile”...

  • Page 61: Installing Via The Usb Port

    Proceed as follows to directly connect a computer to the BeWAN ADSL Router: 1. Locate the USB cable. Connect one end of this cable to the USB port on the BeWAN ADSL Router, and the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.

  • Page 62: Installing The Usb Drivers

    Note: depending on your initial configuration, your Windows CD-ROM may be required during the driver installation phase with Windows 98. 1. Upon connecting the USB cable, Windows detects a new device (the BeWAN ADSL Router). The Add New Hardware Wizard is automatically launched. To begin installing the drivers, click on Next .
  • Page 63 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 3. Check the Specify a location box, and then click on Browse… . Enter the letter of your CD- ROM drive, and then enter the following path (assuming that your CD-ROM drive is drive letter D): D:\Router\USB .
  • Page 64 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 6. Windows then detects another device. Click on Next . 7. Select Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended) , and then click on Next . 8. Use the same folder as the one selected in step 3. Click on Next .
  • Page 65 1. Click on Start , then point to Settings , and then click on Control Panel . Then double-click on the Network icon. 2. In the box The following network components are installed , select TCP/IP -> BeWAN ADSL Virtual Ethernet NIC , then click on Properties .
  • Page 66 Internet. If you have any questions about these elements, please check with a network specialist. 5. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”.

  • Page 67: Installation With Windows Me

    BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Installation with Windows Me 1. Upon connecting the USB cable, Windows detects a new device (the BeWAN ADSL Router). The Add New Hardware Wizard is automatically launched. 2. Select Specify the location of the driver (Advanced) , and then click on Next . Then insert the BeWAN ADSL CD-ROM in your drive.
  • Page 68 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 5. The files are then copied. Windows has completed the installation of the software needed for the new device. Click on Finish to close the Wizard. 6. Windows then detects another device. Select Specify the location of the driver (Advanced) , and then click on Next .
  • Page 69 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 8. In response to the question, select The updated software (Recommended) , and then click on Next . 9. The Wizard indicates that it is ready to install the best driver for the device. Click on Next .
  • Page 70 1. Click on Start , then point to Settings , and then click on Control Panel . Then double-click on the Network icon. 2. In the box The following network components are installed , select TCP/IP -> BeWAN ADSL Virtual Ethernet NIC , then click on Properties .
  • Page 71 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 5. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”. In the above example, the IP address and the sub-network mask assigned to the PC are compatible with the default IP parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router.

  • Page 72: Installation With Windows 2000

    4. Select Ignore – Install all files, regardless of file signature , then click on OK in each of the windows. 1. Upon connecting the USB cable, Windows detects a new device (the BeWAN ADSL Router). The Found New Hardware Wizard is automatically launched. To begin installing the drivers, click on Next .
  • Page 73 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Note: once the CD-ROM has been installed, the driver installation program may automatically launch. Disregard this. Close the AutoRun window and continue the installation using the Found New Hardware Wizard. 3. Check the Specify a location box and then click on Next .
  • Page 74 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 6. The files are then copied. Windows has completed the installation of the software needed for the new device. Click on Finish . 7. Windows then detects another device. Click on Next .
  • Page 75 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 8. Select Search for a suitable driver for my device (recommended) , and then click on Next . 9. Check the Specify a location box and then click on Next .
  • Page 76 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 10. Use the same folder as the one selected in step 4. Click on OK . 11. The Wizard indicates that it has found a driver for your device. To install this driver, click on Next .
  • Page 77 The PC’s IP address must be unique, i.e. different from those of the other equipment on the • local network (computers, BeWAN ADSL Router...). The PC’s IP address must be within a range reserved for private networks. Indeed, your •...
  • Page 78 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 6. In the Subnet mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”. In the above example, the IP address and the sub-network mask assigned to the PC are compatible with the default IP parameters of the BeWAN ADSL Router.

  • Page 79: Installation With Windows Xp

    4. Select Ignore – Install the software anyway and don’t ask for my approval , then click on OK in each of the windows. 1. Upon connecting the USB cable, Windows detects a new device (the BeWAN ADSL Router). The Found New Hardware Wizard is automatically launched.
  • Page 80 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Click on OK and then on Next . 4. The files are then copied. Windows has completed the installation of the software needed for the new device. Click on Finish .
  • Page 81 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 5. Windows then detects another device. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) , and then click on Next . 6. Use the same folder as the one selected in step 3. Click on Next .
  • Page 82 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 7. The files are then copied. Windows has completed the installation of the software needed for the new device. Click on Finish to close the Wizard. In order to improve the performance, we recommend that you assign a fixed IP address to your card.
  • Page 83 Internet. This would cause problems when connecting your network to the Internet. 7. In the Subnet mask field, enter the sub-network mask default value of the BeWAN ADSL Router, i.e. “255.0.0.0”.

  • Page 84: Appendix

    Appendix Telnet commands Basic Telnet principles The Telnet commands of the BeWAN ADSL Router provide you with access to the router’s advanced functions. To send a Telnet command to the router, type it in and then press the ENTER key.

  • Page 85: List Of Main Commands

    IP address. Enter config save DHCP server 1. Activate and configure the DHCP server of the BeWAN ADSL Router Enter config add subnet <IP range> netmask <netmask> <IP range> represents the IP address range assigned by the DHCP server.
  • Page 86 2. List the IP addresses assigned by the router DHCP server to the computers in your network Enter dhcpserver status Changing the Modulation 1. Determining the modulation used by the BeWAN ADSL Router Enter phy modulation 2. Display the list of available modulations Enter phy modulation help 3.
  • Page 87 • Routing The routing allows you to redirect data coming from your network, via the BeWAN ADSL Router, to another router present on the local network and connected to a remote site. 1. Add an entry in the routing table Proceed as follows: IP Address >...
  • Page 88 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide Trace Certain commands allow you to obtain configuration information during the usage. 1. Determine the router IP configuration (including the routing table) Enter config print ip Module 'ip': device add ethernet ether //edd/DEVICE=1 mtu 1500 10.0.0.138...
  • Page 89 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide 2. Determine the current PPP configuration Enter config print ppp Module 'ppp': 1 pvc a1 8 35 1 welogin login@isp password chap 1 enableprimarydns relay 1 gateway local 1 enable 3. Change the VPI or the VCI You can enter ppp 1 pvc a1 <vpi>...
  • Page 90 BeWAN ADSL Router User’s guide After entering ppp 1 info all , two problems can occur: Either the router does not successfully synchronize, and you are then in the phase known as • Establish . Your router has not successfully established a link with the ADSL line. Check your line's connection, and its activation.
  • Page 91 Copy the entire trace into a text file. • Note: for any information about the BeWAN systems technical assistance service, consult the BeWAN systems web site (http://www.bewan.com). Important: if you have to run traces for any event other than the router's PPP session, replace the ppp event 6 line by nat event 5 (to trace the nat) or ip trace errors (to trace errors on the IP).
  • Page 92 Community: Courbevoie - France Product Identification Nature: Router Commercial reference: BeWAN ADSL Router declares entirely on his own responsability that the product described above is in conformity with the essential requirements and other relevant requirements of the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). The product is compliant with the following standards:...

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