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Multi-Tech RF500S Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 Model RF500S Broadband Router Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 3 10/09/00 10/26/01 01/03/02 07/16/02 Trademarks The Multi-Tech logo is a trademark of Multi-Tech System, Inc. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft. All other trademarks are owned by their respective companies. Record Router Information Model Number: _______________________ Serial Number: _______________________ Technical Support...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Introduction ... 1 Related Documentation ... 1 Hardware Installation ... 2 Safety Warnings ... 2 Unpacking Your RouteFinder ... 2 Requirements ... 2 Cabling Your RouteFinder ... 3 Cabling Directions ... 4 Application Examples ... 5 Example 1 –...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    It also includes the product warranty statement, software user license agreement, ordering accessories, regulatory compliance, tools for your RF500S, cabling diagrams, a glossary, and sections on troubleshooting and frequently asked questions. The User Guide can be displayed using Adobe Acrobat Reader. You can save the .pdf file to your PC or print a copy.

  • Page 6: Hardware Installation

    If any item is missing or damaged, please contact Multi-Tech Systems. Requirements • Intel 486 or higher processor. • 10/100 BaseT cable to connect the RF500S to the network. • One DSL or Cable Modem. • A networked computer with Windows 95/98/2000, Windows NT 3.5 or higher and TCP/IP protocol installed, (or a non-Windows system with TCP/IP properly installed to enable Telnet configuration).

  • Page 7: Cabling Your Routefinder

    Hardware Installation Cabling Your RouteFinder Cabling your RouteFinder requires making the appropriate connections to PCs, Cable or DSL modem, analog modem or ISDN TA (optional), AC power and the RouteFinder. Then, after your device is properly cabled, you will have to configure your RouteFinder. Follow the instructions provided in the Web Browser Configuration and Management section of this Quick Start Guide.

  • Page 8: Cabling Directions

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Cabling Directions Before beginning, turn the power off on all network devices (PCs, Cable/DSL modems, analog modems, ISDN TAs, and the router). 1. Connect the Ethernet port of each PC or network device to one of the 4 LAN ports.

  • Page 9: Application Examples

    Hardware Installation Application Examples The following examples provide information about RF500S typical applications. The three examples include: 1. Connecting a local LAN to Internet. 2. Connecting a local LAN to the Internet and setting up a remote site. 3. Setting up a LAN to LAN via the Async Port.

  • Page 10: Example 2 - Local Lan To The Internet / Remote Site

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Example 2 – Local LAN to the Internet / Remote Site...

  • Page 11: Example 3 - Lan To Lan Via An Async Port

    Hardware Installation Example 3 – LAN to LAN via an Async Port Note: Set the modem type to leased line. See the Complete User Guide for Example 3 Setup Directions...

  • Page 12: Configuration And Management

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Configuration and Management The RF500S can be configured and managed using one of two methods. 1. Launch your Web browser and type the device IP address http://192.168.2.1 default value of your gateway. Press main screen displays.

  • Page 13: Configure And Manage Using A Web Browser

    Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser Launch your Web browser and type the device IP address http:// in the browser’s address box. This IP address is the default 192.168.2.1 value of your gateway. Press Enter.

  • Page 14: Setup Wizard

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Setup Wizard To access, click the is a step-by-step process for configuring your Setup Wizard RouteFinder. Enter Network Password name) in the user name box and leave the password box empty. Click Note: For information on how to change your password, see the ISP Additional Settings section.
  • Page 15 Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Time Zone Selection Choose the local time zone (see screen above). Select the time zone, and then click the button to continue. You can also click the buttons on the Next left side of the screen. These buttons are useful when you want to change the information on individual screens or to choose your own setup order.
  • Page 16 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Device IP Settings You must set your Internet gateway an IP address on your network. This is the IP address from your ISP but the local internet LAN IP address. The IP address 192.168.2.1 is the default value of your gateway.
  • Page 17 Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Cable/xDSL ISP Settings If you would like to establish Cable/xDSL ISP settings, you have to enable this function by configuring this screen. Some ISPs may give you Static IP settings. If this is the case for your ISP, then you need to: Enter the IP address that is assigned by your ISP.
  • Page 18 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – ISP Additional Settings (PPPoE Settings) Some ISPs use this protocol for authentication purposes. If applicable: Enter the User Name To verify your password, Some ISPs require additional information; if this is the case: Enter the...
  • Page 19 – Modem Settings A modem can be used as a dialup backup to the Cable/xDSL connection. If you would like to use a modem backup, enable the modem settings function. Check the Dialup Modem When Cable/xDSL Is Not Connected input the ISP account settings. Note: If you change the baud rate settings, please check the initial string.

  • Page 20: Device Information

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Device Information Click the Device Information screen displays the current settings of the RF500S. Device Information Device Name – The host name of the Internet gateway. IP Address – The IP address of the Internet gateway.

  • Page 21: Device Status

    Release Button – Click to disconnect the Cable/xDSL modem from the RF500S. Renew Button – Click to re-connect the Cable/xDSL modem to the RF500S. Modem Backup – A modem can be used as a dialup backup for the Cable/xDSL modem. If this modem is the current connection, the screen displays a message Modem: Active.

  • Page 22: Advanced Settings

    RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide Advanced Settings Click the Advanced Settings Advanced Settings server settings, a static routing table, dynamic settings, modem string settings, administrative settings. DHCP Server Settings is enabled by default. If you would like to disable it,...
  • Page 23 Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – Virtual Server Settings To access this screen, click the button on the left Virtual Server Settings side of the screen. This option allows clients on the Internet to access your LAN via the Internet. You can use the IP mapping function to access an FTP server or Telnet server, etc.
  • Page 24 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Static Routing Routing is the process of moving packets of data from source to destination. You can create a routing table to connect your network to another, or to connect subnets within your network.
  • Page 25 Send – Choose the protocol you want to use to data. The recommended setting is Receive – Choose the protocol you want the RF500S to data. The recommended setting is 3. Click the button to accept these settings.
  • Page 26 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Filter Settings LAN Filter Settings whether local users have the permission to access the Internet. To access this screen, click the screen. Advanced Settings 1. Check the LAN Side Filter Enabled 2. Select the LAN side filter: 3.
  • Page 27 – WAN Filter Settings WAN Filter Settings whether remote/outside users have the permission to access the local network. To activate, check the the policy. 1. To access this screen, click the Advanced Settings 2. Check the WAN Side Filter Enabled 3.
  • Page 28 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide - Modem String Settings Use the Modem String Settings and to set the baud rate. 1. To access this screen, click the side of the Advanced Settings displays. 2. Select the baud rate from the drop-down list box. If you want to change the baud rate, check the initial string.
  • Page 29 Important: It is important to remember your password. If for any reason you lose or forget it, press the small reset button on the back of the RF500S. Hold the reset button until the serial LEDs of the RF500S blink, and then release the reset button.
  • Page 30 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide When you have completed the screen, click the button. Submit...

  • Page 31: System Tools

    Intruder Detection Log, the Routing System Tools Table, and a System Diagnosis screen. You can also choose to save your settings, load the RF500S default settings, upgrade firmware, and reset the device. – Intruder Detection Log The event messages show the possible hacker attacks that have occurred on your Internet gateway.
  • Page 32 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Display Routing Table This table shows the current routing configuration that you setup on the Routing Table screen. 1. To access this screen, click the button from the Display Routing Table screen. The screen displays.
  • Page 33 Configure and Manage Using a Web Browser – System Diagnosis When selected, the function performs a check-up on your System Diagnosis RF500S to make sure that everything is functioning properly.
  • Page 34 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide – Saving Your Settings to a File Use this screen to save your configuration settings to a file. This will provide a backup of your settings in case, for some reason, you have to reset your RF500S.
  • Page 35 – Load Default Settings Use this screen to load the original RF500S factory defaults. 1. To access this screen, click the screen. The System Tools 2. Click the button to load the default settings. Start – Load Settings from a File 1.
  • Page 36 RouteFinder RF500S Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 37 RF500S. How will I be notified of new router firmware upgrades? All Multi-Tech firmware upgrades are posted on the Multi-Tech Web site at www.multitech.com, where they can be downloaded for free. Your RouterFinder does NOT need the latest firmware upgrade if your Internet connection is already successful, as firmware upgrades will not increase your connection speed or enhance your Router’s performance.
  • Page 38 Reset Device System screen. The screen displays. Tools Reset Device 2. Click on the button to reset the device. Hold the reset button until Start the serial LEDs of the RF500S blink, and then release the reset button.

  • Page 39: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Warranty

    Defective products must be returned by Customer to MTS’s factory – transportation prepaid. MTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ITS LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. Note: See the User Guide for the entire Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Warranty and Repairs Policies statement.
  • Page 42 Patents This device is covered by one or more of the following patents: 6,219,708; 6,031,867; 6,012,113; 6,009,082; 5,905,794; 5,864,560; 5,815,567; 5,815,503; 5,812,534; 5,809,068; 5,790,532; 5,764,628; 5,764,627; 5,754,589; D394,250; 5,724,356; 5,673,268; 5,673,257; 5,644,594; 5,628,030; 5,619,508; 5,617,423; 5,600,649; 5,592,586; 5,577,041; 5,574,725; D374,222; 5,559,793; 5,546,448; 5,546,395; 5,535,204;...

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