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  • Page 1 ALL0276v2 11g Wireless Broadband Router, QoS User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ....................1 Wireless Broadband router Features ................1 Package Contents ......................4 Physical Details........................5 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................7 Requirements........................7 Procedure ........................... 7 CHAPTER 3 SETUP........................ 9 Overview ..........................9 Configuration Program ....................11 Setup Wizard ........................
  • Page 3 Routing ..........................86 Security..........................91 Upgrade Firmware ......................93 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING................. 94 Overview .......................... 94 General Problems ......................94 Internet Access......................... 94 Wireless Access ........................ 95 APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS ................. 97 Modes ..........................97 BSS/ESS..........................97 Channels........................... 98 WEP..........................

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Broadband router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broad- band router is a multi-function device providing the following services: • Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
  • Page 5 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Wireless Broadband router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is al- located on connection) and Fixed IP Address. Advanced Internet Functions •...
  • Page 6 Introduction • Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed quickly and easily. LAN Features • 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Broadband router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. •...

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Package Contents The following items should be included: • The Wireless Router Unit • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD Manual If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer imme- diately.

  • Page 8: Physical Details

    Introduction Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Power LED On - Power on. Off - No power. WLAN LED On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for use. Off - No Wireless connection available. Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless access point.
  • Page 9 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel 2dBi detachable antenna. Antenna Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a stan- dard LAN cable. Wired Com- Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Broad- band 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 Wireless Broadband router User Guide 1. Choose an Installation Site Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Broadband router. Ensure the Wireless Broadband router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF. For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless Broadband router should be positioned in a central location with minimum obstructions between the Wireless Broad- band router and the PCs.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Broadband 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 Configuration.
  • Page 13 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Use any of the following Administration Configuration Chapter 7 Advanced Administration settings or features: • Config File • Logs • Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup) • Options (Backup DNS, UPnP) • PC Database • Remote Management •...

  • Page 14: Configuration Program

    Setup Configuration Program The Wireless Broadband router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to con- nect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: •...
  • Page 15 Wireless Broadband router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless Broadband router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless Broadband router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping"...

  • Page 16: Setup Wizard

    Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Broadband router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Broadband router's default settings are restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. •...
  • Page 17 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • PPTP PPTP is mainly used in Server IP Address. Europe. • User name and pass- word. You connect to the ISP only • when required. The IP IP Address allocated to address is usually allocated you, if Static (Fixed).
  • Page 18 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 19: Lan Screen

    Wireless Broadband 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 for the Wireless Broadband router, as seen from the IP Address local LAN.
  • Page 20 Setup The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and Cancel reload the file from the Wireless Broadband router. 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. •...

  • Page 21: Wireless Screen

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Wireless Screen The Wireless Broadband router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless Broadband router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless Broadband router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
  • Page 22 Setup • If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access SSID points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier). • To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same SSID/ESSID. Options Select the desired mode: Mode •...
  • Page 23 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Buttons Click this button to view the Wireless security sub-screen. Configure Select Stations Click this button to select the required PCs. Save Save the data on screen. The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered Cancel since the last "Save"...
  • Page 24 Setup and A~F). • 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.
  • Page 25 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Encryption Select the desired option. Wireless Stations must use the same method.

  • Page 26: Password Screen

    Setup Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Broadband router. Figure 10: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Broadband router (on the Pass- word screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below.

  • Page 27: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    Chapter 4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Inter- nal") 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 Broadband router.
  • Page 28 PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: 1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 12: Network Configuration 2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 13: IP Address (Win 9x) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP...
  • Page 29 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless Broadband 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 Broadband router. Figure 14: Gateway Tab (Win 98) •...
  • Page 30 PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 16: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 31 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Figure 17: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000) 5. 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 Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 32 PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 18: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 4.
  • Page 33 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Figure 19: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) 5. 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 Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 34 PC Configuration Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless Broadband 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 35: Macintosh Clients

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Broadband router. The procedure is as follows. 1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. 2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. 3.

  • Page 36: Wireless Station Configuration

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

  • Page 37: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Broadband router and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Broadband router and the PCs are configured, opera- tion is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: •...
  • Page 38 Operation and Status Figure 20: Status Screen Data - Status Screen Internet Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup Wizard or WAN Port screen. This shows the status of the connection from the Wireless Broadband Modem Broadband router to the Broadband Modem.

  • Page 39: Connection Status - Pppoe

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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. System This displays the current name of the Wireless Broadband Device Name router.
  • Page 40 Operation and Status Figure 21: PPPoE Status Screen Data - PPPoE Screen Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote Physical Address 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 41 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Buttons Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP. If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Disconnect Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier Clear Log to read new messages.

  • Page 42: Connection Status - Pptp

    Operation and Status 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 22: PPTP Status Screen Data - PPTP Screen Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote Physical Ad- devices on the Internet.

  • Page 43: Connection Status - L2Tp

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Connection Log • The Connection Log shows status messages relating to Connection Log the existing connection. • The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Re- fresh button will update the messages shown on screen. Buttons If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
  • Page 44 Operation and Status address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider). This indicates whether or not the connection is currently estab- Connection lished. Status • If the connection does not exist, the Connect button can be used to establish a connection. •...

  • Page 45: Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond An example screen is shown below. Figure 24: Telstra Big Pond Status Screen Data - Big Pond Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices.

  • Page 46: Connection Details - Singtel Ras

    Operation and Status • The Clear Log button will restart the Log, while the Re- fresh button will update the messages shown on screen. Buttons Connect If not connected, establish a connection to Telstra Big Pond. Disconnect If connected to Telstra Big Pond, terminate the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log.
  • Page 47 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled". DHCP Client • If "Enabled", the Internet IP Address from your ISP is allocated automatically upon connection. (Dynamic IP Ad- dress). In this case the "Lease obtained" and "Remaining lease time"...

  • Page 48: 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 displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 26: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen Internet Physical Ad-...
  • Page 49 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Buttons • This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is Release/Renew allocated automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP ad- dress). Otherwise, it has no effect. • This button will say "Release" if the Wireless Broadband router is currently using an IP Address allocated by the ISP's DHCP Server.

  • Page 50: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Broadband router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. • Access Control • Dynamic DNS • Internet • Communication Applications • Special Applications • Multi-DMZ •...
  • Page 51 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Access Control Screen To view this screen, select the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Figure 27: Access Control Screen Data - Access Control Screen User Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display Group the settings for the selected Group.
  • Page 52 Advanced Features Internet Access Restrictions Select the desired options for the current group: • None - Nothing is blocked. Use this to create the least restrictive group. • Block all Internet access - All traffic via the WAN port is blocked.
  • Page 53 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Group Members Screen This screen is displayed when the Members button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 28: Group Members Use this screen to add or remove members (PCs) from the current group. •...
  • Page 54 Advanced Features Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 29: Access Control - Services Data - Services Screen Available Services Available Ser- This lists all the available services. vices "Delete"...
  • Page 55 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Access Control Log To check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is pro- vided. Click the View Log button on the Access Control screen to view this log. This log shows attempted Internet accesses which have been blocked by the Access Control function.

  • Page 56: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    Advanced Features Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet 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. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.
  • Page 57 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Data DDNS Service Select the desired DDNS Service provider. To disable DDNS, select "None". Web Site Button Click this button to open a new window and connect to the Web site for the selected DDNS service provider.

  • Page 58: Internet Screen

    Advanced Features Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. • Communication Applications • Special Applications • Multi-DMZ • URL Filter An example screen is shown below. Figure 31: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Wireless Broadband router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection.
  • Page 59 Wireless Broadband router User Guide This lists the PCs on your LAN. Send incoming calls to • 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 destination PC.
  • Page 60 Advanced Features Data - Special Applications Screen Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive Incoming data from the special application or service. (Note: Some applica- Ports tions use different protocols for outgoing and incoming data).
  • Page 61 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • Enable this DMZ. If you have multiple Internet IP addresses, you can assign one DMZ PC for each Internet IP address. If you only have 1 WAN IP address, only "DMZ 1" can be used, and only one (1) PC can be the DMZ PC.
  • Page 62 Advanced Features Data - URL Filter Screen Filter Strings Current Entries This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any val- ues, this list will be empty. To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" Add Filter button.

  • Page 63: Schedule Screen

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Schedule Screen An example Schedule screen is shown below. • This schedule can be (optionally) applied to any Access Control Group. • Blocking will be performed during the scheduled time (between the "Start" and "Finish" times.) •...

  • Page 64: Virtual Servers

    Advanced Features 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 ac- cess a server on your LAN because: • Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. •...
  • Page 65 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Figure 36: 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...
  • Page 66 Advanced Features This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the Defaults pre-defined Servers to use their default port numbers. This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be Disable All set OFF. Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a Clear Form new Virtual Server entry.
  • Page 67 Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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.

  • Page 68: Qos

    Advanced Features Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority service. Figure 37: QoS Screen Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting QoS Queue It displays the queue name. Traffic Type in Select the desired traffic type(s). the Queue Enter the priority value (1~20) of the policy. Priority Enter the desired values for the inbound and outbound traffic Traffic Limit...
  • Page 69 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Advanced Settings Screen This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Settings" button on the QoS is clicked. Figure 38: Advanced QoS Screen...
  • Page 70 Advanced Features Data - Advanced QoS Screen QoS Setting QoS Method Select the desired option. • Disabled • Follow existing packet classification • QoS Queue: It displays the queue type. • Priority: Enter the priority value (1~20) of the policy. •...

  • Page 71: Wan Port Configuration

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide WAN Port Configuration The WAN Port option is on the Advanced menu. Figure 39: WAN Port Screen Data - WAN Port Screen Identification Normally, there is no need to change the default name, but if Hostname your ISP requests that you use a particular Hostname, enter it here.
  • Page 72 Advanced Features Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address. WAN Port MAC This is a low-level identifier, as seen from the WAN port. Address 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.
  • Page 73 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Login If your ISP does not use a login method (username, password) Login Method for Internet access, leave this at the default value None (Di- rect connection). Otherwise, check the documentation from your ISP, select the login method used, and enter the required data.
  • Page 74 Advanced Features Auto-disconnect This field has no effect unless using the Automatic Con- Idle Time-out nect/Disconnect setting. If using this setting, enter the desired idle time-out period (in minutes). After the connection to your ISP has been idle for this time period, the connection will be terminated. Buttons Default Inserts the default MAC address into the MAC address field.

  • Page 75: 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 76: Config File

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

  • Page 77: Logs

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Broadband router. This data is useful for troubleshooting, 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 Broadband router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 78 Advanced Administration E-Mail Reports Send E-mail alert If enabled, an E-mail will be sent immediately if a DoS (Denial of Service) attack is detected. If enabled, the E-mail address information must be provided. Enabled the logs you wish to send. If no checkboxes are E-mail Logs enabled, no logs will be sent.

  • Page 79: Network Diagnostics

    Wireless Broadband 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 42: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Enter the IP address you wish to ping.
  • Page 80 Advanced Administration After entering the Domain name/URL, click this button to start Lookup Button the "DNS Lookup" procedure. The results will be displayed in the DNS Lookup Results pane.

  • Page 81: Options

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings. An example Options screen is shown below. Figure 43: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Backup DNS...
  • Page 82 Advanced Administration • If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via Allow Internet this device. access to be • If Disabled, UPnP users can NOT disable Internet access disabled via this device. But currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP.

  • Page 83: Pc Database

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN.
  • Page 84 Advanced Administration Data - PC Database Screen This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices). Known PCs If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if Name this matches the PC's "hostname". IP Address If adding a new PC to the list, enter the IP Address of the PC here.
  • Page 85 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Advanced PC Database This screen is displayed if the "Advanced" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 45: Advanced PC Database Data - Advanced PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices).
  • Page 86 Advanced Administration Select the appropriate option: IP Address • Automatic - The PC is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: "Obtain an IP address automatically"). The Wireless Broad- band router will allocate an IP address to this PC when requested to do so.

  • Page 87: Remote Admin

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Remote Admin If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Broadband router via the Internet. Figure 46: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To connect, see below).
  • Page 88 Advanced Administration connect using a Domain Name, rather than an IP address. To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless Broadband router.

  • Page 89: Routing

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide Routing Overview • If you don't have other Broadband routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless Broadband router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing"...
  • Page 90 Advanced Administration Figure 47: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen Enable RIP VI Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broadband router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Static Routing Table Entries •...
  • Page 91 Wireless Broadband router User Guide • Destination IP Address - The network address of the Properties remote LAN segment. For standard class "C" LANs, the network address is the first 3 fields of the Destination IP Address. The 4th (last) field can be left at 0. •...
  • Page 92 Advanced Administration Metric Other Broadband routers on the Local LAN Other broadband routers on the local LAN must use the Wireless Broadband router's Local Broadband router as the Default Route. The entries will be the same as the Wireless Broadband router's local broadband router, with the exception of the Gate- way IP Address.
  • Page 93 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Metric For Broadband router A's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0 Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.1 (Wireless Broadband router's IP Address) For Broadband router B's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0 Gateway IP Address 192.168.1.80 (Wireless Broadband...

  • Page 94: Security

    Advanced Administration Security This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 49: 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 Firewall this setting be left enabled.
  • Page 95 Wireless Broadband router User Guide Options The ICMP protocol is used by the "ping" and "trace route" pro- Respond to grams, and by network monitoring and diagnostic programs. ICMP • If checked, the Broadband VPN Broadband router will respond to ICMP packets received from the Internet. •...

  • Page 96: Upgrade Firmware

    Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Broadband router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 50: Upgrade Firmware Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.

  • Page 97: 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 Broadband router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Broadband router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 98: Wireless Access

    Appendix A - Troubleshooting your Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working correctly. Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broadband router processes the data passing through Solution 2: it, so it is not transparent.
  • Page 99 Wireless Broadband router User Guide show a marked improvement. • Radio Interference Other devices may be causing interference. You can experiment by switching other devices Off, and see if this helps. Any "noisy" devices should be shielded or relocated. • RF Shielding Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations.

  • Page 100: 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. Wire- less Stations (e.g.

  • Page 101: Channels

    Wireless Broadband router User Guide 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. • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best perform- ance.

  • Page 102: Wpa2-Psk

    Appendix B - About Wireless LANs The same encryption method must be used. The most Encryption common encryption method is TKIP. Another widely- supported method is AES. WPA2-PSK This is a later version of WPA (WPA-PSK). The major change is the use of AES (Advanced Encryption System) for protecting data.
  • Page 103 Wireless Broadband router User Guide have the same Pre-shared Key and encryption system. For Ad-hoc networks (no Access Point), all Wireless stations must use the same security settings.

  • Page 104: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications Multi-Function Wireless Broadband Router Model ALL0276 Dimensions 125mm(W) * 122mm(D) * 30mm(H) Operating Tempera- 0° C to 40° C ture 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 105: Regulatory Approvals

    Wireless Broadband 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.
  • Page 106 The safety advice in the documentation accompanying the products shall be obeyed. The conformity to the above directive is indicated by the CE sign on the device. The ALLNET ALL0276v2 Wireless Broadband Router conforms to the European Directives 73/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC.

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