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LIMITED WARRANTY
Nexland guarantees that every Internet Sharing Box is free from physical defects in material
and workmanship under normal use for five (5) years from the date of purchase. If the
product proves defective during this warranty period, call Nexland Support to obtain a Return
Authorization number. Be sure to have purchase information or invoice available when
calling.
LIABILITY LIMITATION
IN NO EVENT SHALL NEXLAND'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE
PRODUCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING
SOFTWARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. Nexland makes no warranty or representation,
expressed, implied, or statutory, with respect to its products, and specifically disclaims its
quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose. Nexland reserves
the right to revise or update its products, software, or documentation without obligation to
notify any individual or entity.
FCC STATEMENT
The Internet Sharing Box 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 a
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 according to the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or device
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's
• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
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Summary of Contents for Nexland WaveBase Pro Series
- Page 1 (5) years from the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this warranty period, call Nexland Support to obtain a Return Authorization number. Be sure to have purchase information or invoice available when calling.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
LAN. DHCP Type Accounts .................. 17 PPPoE Type Accounts.................. 18 Note for the Manual: The Nexland WaveBase is also a Pro series appliance and is Static IP Accounts ..................19 sometimes referred to as such. - Page 3 Nexland Pro: Introduction Nexland Pro: Introduction Pro800 Dual Modem (WAN) Feature Pro400 & Pro100 Features… turbo Rear of Pro400 The Pro800turbo features Broadband connection binding with its dual Modem Ports. You can mix connection types on the ports (actually, for backup reasons, this is recommended).
- Page 4 Nexland Pro: Introduction Nexland Pro: Introduction WaveBase™ and Wireless Enabled Unit Features… DIP Switches – These are used for disabling the DHCP Server, Resetting the unit, activating the Serial Console Interface and to configure the Pro for firmware Front of Unit upgrades.
- Page 5 WAN Connected LED – Lights when your WAN IP Address is non-zero. This card from Nexland in the rear of the unit. Also, with the unit off, try ejecting and indicates that you have connected to your ISP (it is not always an indicator of a carefully re-seating the card.
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Page 6: A Note About The Firewall
If you have any questions about these requirements or for information about different network configurations, you can contact Nexland Support. Safety First Make sure you follow these precautions and your Nexland Pro appliance will last you a very very very long time: The package should contain…... -
Page 7: Installation
Hardware Installation Installation It is strongly recommended that you install your Nexland Pro with only one computer directly connected to it first. This will greatly simplify any troubleshooting Before you install the Pro, gather information about your Internet account and during installation. -
Page 8: Configuring Your Computer
Nexland Pro: Installation Nexland Pro: Installation WaveBase or 1 thru 8 in Pro800 & turbo. You should see a green link light on the Configure Your Computer Pro100 Always use the corresponding LAN LED. If not, confirm that Confirm you are obtaining an IP Address Automatically included “cross-over”... -
Page 9: Browsing The Pro For The First Time
Nexland Pro: Installation Nexland Pro: Installation Browsing the Pro for the First Time Pro800 turbo Users The Pro has a Web-based configuration If you have proxy settings in your interface. This means that any standard web browser, clear them now. - Page 10 Setup page. If it says Connected… and ESSID on the Main Setup screen. Try entering http://www.nexland.com in the address bar of the browser. You should see our home page. Have fun surfing the web! You can now connect additional computers to the Pro. Remember to follow the steps on page 8 for each.
- Page 11 Wait a moment then click Back to the Main Setup page and hit Refresh on your browser. You should see Connected or Connecting at the top. Try entering http://www.nexland.com in the address bar of the browser. You should see our home page. Have fun surfing the web! You can now connect Leave the default settings on the Main Setup screen for now and click to the Static IP additional computers to the Pro.
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Page 12: Wavebase & Wireless Usage Notes
Nexland Pro: Installation Nexland Pro: Wireless Usage Having trouble browsing the Internet? ...Before calling tech support: WaveBase & Wireless Usage Notes � If you are using PPPoE, confirm that you typed your “username” OR “username@domain” with no spaces and exactly as given to you by your ISP. - Page 13 (leaves reflect radio waves very well) and interference from other devices. Range can be enhanced by the addition of an external antenna for the WaveBase. These are available on www.nexland.com. Roaming Multiple WaveBases can use the same ESSID to extend the wireless network. You can place additional WaveBases in areas of your office that need wireless coverage.
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Page 14: Internet Application Compatibility
This allows different computers on the LAN to trigger ports to be opened for them. as this is not needed with the Nexland unit (patented). Using the software VPN client The Special Applications interface screen is where you make settings for Port without encapsulation increases performance throughout the VPN. -
Page 15: The Interface Screens
Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Main Setup Interface Screens What follows is a quick reference to all the interface screens available to you on the Pro. Note: These screens are subject to being changed by different firmware versions. - Page 16 WaveBase Name shows up on Site Scans as an Identifier (usually referred to as “AP address to access their e-mail server. Name”) for this Nexland unit. Adapter Address (MAC): Some ISPs authenticate on the Adapter (MAC) address of The Country menu is used to select your current location so that the WaveBase’s your Ethernet Card to confirm who you are.
- Page 17 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Advanced Wireless – Static IP & DNS WaveBase and Wireless Units Only If you have a Static IP account from your ISP or are using the Pro behind another gateway device, enter the network information here. This screen is similar to a computer's “Network Properties”...
- Page 18 If you do, there might be a DNS or other problem at your ISP. In any case, have this default of 255.255.255.0 (Class "C" network). screen handy when calling Nexland Support. DHCP… The DHCP server in the Pro, enabled by default, hands out IP addresses and DNS The Pro800turbo has duplicate Status for the second WAN Port…...
- Page 19 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Password Backup / Analog / ISDN This password protects the Pro's Web interface by asking for authentication when accessing the unit. It is recommended that you set a password when working in an office environment to prevent possible reconfiguration.
- Page 20 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens If your Internet connection type is Dynamic DHCP or Static IP, the Alive Indicator must be set. The Alive Indicator is used by the Pro to determine whether that WAN Advanced PPPoE connection is functioning or not even if traffic is idle on the WAN (needed for backup activation).
- Page 21 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Dynamic DNS Choose Service: Some ISPs have different services available from their PPPoE accounts. Click Query Services then select the service from the drop down menu then connect as normal. Note: You must be DISCONNECTED in order to use this feature.
- Page 22 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Routing Table Data Routing An entry in the routing table is required for each LAN segment on your Network. An entry is required so any other segment attached to this device can share data back and forth.
- Page 23 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens The Pro's Routing Table requires 2 entries as follows: Entry 1 (Segment 1) Destination IP Normally 0.0.0.0 but check your router documentation. Address Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0 Subnet Mask Normally 0.0.0.0 but check your router documentation.
- Page 24 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens it boots. You can leave the computer's network properties to "Obtain IP Address Host IP & Group Automatically" as the Pro will ensure its IP always stays the same. Reserved IP: The IP address you want for this computer. It must be on the same class network as the Pro.
- Page 25 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Quick Filters: Forgot that FTP port number? No problem, just click to prevent FTP Access Filters access. Custom Filters... You must know the Packet Type (TCP or UDP) and Ports Used by the protocol you wish to block.
- Page 26 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Virtual Servers Virtual Servers need a local host with a static IP address to operate effectively. Setup This feature will allow you to host any type of standard server (Web, FTP, DNS, a static local IP for your server under the Host IP &...
- Page 27 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Server LAN IP: Virtual Servers need a local host with a static IP address to operate Custom Virtual Servers effectively. Setup a static local IP for your server under the Host IP & Group section (or on the server itself).
- Page 28 Nexland Pro: Interface Screens Nexland Pro: Interface Screens The Pro will only listen for traffic on the LAN. This means that the computer Special Applications on the LAN will activate the trigger, NOT traffic from the outside. The LAN application must initiate traffic and you must know the ports or range of ports it uses in order to setup a Special Applications entry.
- Page 29 Echo Request: You should leave this setting unless told to change by Nexland support. Allow IDENT Port: Port 113 (IDENT) normally contains the Host Name/Company Name information.
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
RIP2 for proper communication with NAT disabled. Troubleshooting Log Level: Choosing Debug will give more verbose status log useful for Nexland support. It also throws all WAN side packets into the LAN for easy port scanning. -
Page 31: Contacting Support
Services button on the Advanced PPPoE screen will provide the same effect without the need of the suffix. Double-Click Protocol Contacting Nexland Support Before contacting support, try our website, www.nexland.com for additional support information. You can contact support… In the USA by E-mail: support@nexland.com or by Tel (305) 358-7771 Mon-Fri 9... -
Page 32: Finding Server Names
Nexland Pro: Appendix Nexland Pro: Appendix 6. The window below should appear, select Microsoft under the list of Finding Server Names Manufacturers. The following procedure is used for finding abbreviated server names used by some ISPs (mostly Cable). These server names are short like “mail” to represent the e-mail server’s address in your e-mail client. -
Page 33: Using The Serial Configuration Console
• Stop Bits: 1 mail.nexland.com is the name you would enter into your e-mail client. • Flow Control: None Note: Don’t actually use Nexland’s server… this should go without saying, but we said it anyway. 6. Once your terminal is connected with... -
Page 34: Manually Resetting The Pro
Nexland Pro: Appendix Nexland Pro: Appendix Manually Resetting the Pro Backing Up Your Configuration Settings Sometimes by making an incorrect setting in the LAN IP & DHCP screen or forgetting The Pro lets you back up the configuration settings you made through its interface your configuration password will prevent you from accessing the unit. -
Page 35: Updating The Firmware
You should not use a configuration backup file from an older firmware to restore your settings. To upgrade you’ll need the firmware you downloaded from Nexland’s website and the Enter the IP address of the Pro into the Server IP field (should be 192.168.0.1... -
Page 36: Specification
Nexland Pro: Appendix Specifications Models: Pro100 / Pro400 / Pro800 / Pro800turbo / WaveBase Network standards: IEEE 802.3 10BaseT, 802.3u 100BaseT, WaveBase: 802.11b Operating protocol: TCP/IP Interface: HTTP (Web) LAN Ports: Pro100: One 10/100BaseT Port w/ Duplex Pro400: Four 10/100BaseT Switched w/ Duplex Pro800/800turbo: Eight 10/100BaseT Switched w/ Duplex WaveBase: Wireless 802.11b Compliant 2.4 GHz... - Page 37 . n e x l a n d . c o m © 2001-2002 Nexland, Inc., All Right Reserved...
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