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NetComm NB1300 User Manual

NetComm NB1300 User Manual

10/100 ethernet/usb adsl modem with integrated router
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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Basic ADSL Modem - USB Configuration ... 17 Gateway - Ethernet Configuration ... 22 Gateway - USB Configuration ... 28 Advanced Configuration for your NB1300 ... 33 How to make changes ... 33 Multiple Virtual Circuits ... 33 USB or Ethernet? ... 33 Main Menu - (Simple) ...
  • Page 3 PPP ... 68 Save Settings and Reboot ... 69 Appendix A - Connection Instructions ... 70 Connect your NB1300 ADSL Modem via Ethernet ... 70 Connect your NB1300 ADSL Modem via USB ... 71 Appendix B - Trouble Shooting ... 72 General Modem Operation ...

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview Package Contents The following items should be contained in your NB1300 ADSL Modem Package: ❒ ADSL Modem (NB1300) ❒ Package Contents Note and a User Guide ❒ Power Adaptor (12VAC/800mA) ❒ Telephone Line Cable (RJ11) and 605 to RJ11 Adaptor ❒...

  • Page 5: Connecting Your Nb1300

    Connecting your NB1300 The NB1300 can be connected via a USB cable or an Ethernet cable or both. The reason for this is that the USB connection is simply an ethernet simulation, as far as your computer is concerned the USB connection is an Ethernet connection, hence DHCP and other protocols will work the same as for Ethernet.
  • Page 6 3. The Add New Hardware Wizard will launch and prompt you to provide a driver for your NB1300 ADSL Modem. Insert the CD ROM provided. 4. Connect one end of the ADSL phone line to the NB1300 ADSL Modem and the other end to the wall socket.

  • Page 7: Do I Need A Micro Filter

    Telephones and/or facsimiles in other rooms that are using the same extension will also require Microfilters. The following diagram gives an example of connecting your ADSL Modem/Router using a Microfilter. A suitable Microfilter can be purchased from NetComm or your Service Provider, if required. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au...

  • Page 8: Led Indicators

    No data being sent or received Flashing Flashes when data is being sent or received on the LAN connection Indicates a link to your LAN or Network card is active. O f f Indicates no link to LAN Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 9: Using Easy Config

    It may also be beneficial to reboot your computer but this is usually not required. 10. Once your NB1300 has booted (RDY light pulses) wait one minute and you should now be able to connect to the Internet. You can run Easy Config again just to check your connection status.

  • Page 10: Factory Defaults

    If you forget your passwords, lock out HTTP or FTP access or simply can’t remember what IP address you have set the NB1300 on you will probably need to perform a factory defaults reset. To perform a factory defaults reset you must have physical access to the unit then follow these steps;...

  • Page 11: Configuration Types

    Refer to the instructions in one of the following sections for the configuration you wish to use. If you wish to configure the NB1300 in a different way to the examples shown, please consult a Network Specialist for more information.

  • Page 12: Basic Adsl Modem - Ethernet Configuration

    Internet connection software (often supplied by your ISP) on the computer or second router to establish a connection to the Internet. This method means that the computer or router connected to the Ethernet port of the NB1300 is exposed to the Internet and is given a public IP address. www.netcomm.com.au...
  • Page 13 User Name, Password, VPI, VCI, encapsulation and DNS server settings for your ADSL account (ask your ISP if unsure). These are not needed for the NB1300, but are required for the computer or router that it will be connected to.
  • Page 14 You will need to Change your WAN and VC settings as provided by your ISP. The following lists an example of the most common ISP settings used in Australia. The fields that require changing from the default settings are highlighted. www.netcomm.com.au Page 14 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 15 NB1300 ADSL Modem when used as a bridge. Second Router Method If you are using a second router in conjunction with the NB1300 as a Bridge, you should unplug the NB1300 from the computer and plug the NB1300 into the secondary router. Consult the second router’s documentation for information on how to configure your user name and...
  • Page 16 Operational Diagram for ADSL Modem Configuration www.netcomm.com.au Rev. 1- YML672 Page 16 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 17: Basic Adsl Modem - Usb Configuration

    Want to use your ISP’s software to log on to the Internet directly (not sharing) and your computer will use a Public IP address, and ■ DO NOT need the NB1300 to share your Internet service ( You can still use windows ICS to share your Internet Service), and ■...
  • Page 18 This unit should only be connected to the Telecommunications Network through a line cord which meets the requirements of ACA TS008. a. Using a USB cable, connect the USB port of the NB1300 into the USB port of the computer you wish to use to configure the unit.
  • Page 19 Step 2: Configuring the NB1300 After connecting all the ADSL Router cables you can either configure your NB1300 using the Easy Config software provided (Refer to page 9) or complete the following manual configuration instructions: a. Power on the ADSL Router and launch a web browser, such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, browse to the address http://192.168.1.1.
  • Page 20 NB1300 ADSL Modem when used as a bridge. Second Router Method If you are using a second router in conjunction with the NB1300 as a Bridge, you should unplug the NB1300 from the computer and plug the NB1300 into the secondary router. Consult the second router’s documentation for information on how to configure your user name and...
  • Page 21 Operational Diagram for ADSL Modem Configuration Rev. 1 - YML672 www.netcomm.com.au NB1300 ADSL Modem Page 21...

  • Page 22: Gateway - Ethernet Configuration

    Internet connection to all computers on the network. The NB1300 will log on to your ISP on behalf of your computers and it will shield your computers from direct Internet attack by using Network address Translation (NAT).
  • Page 23 You need to ensure you are using the correct type of ethernet cable - i.e. straight through or crossover. b. Connect one end of the ADSL phone line to the NB1300 ADSL Modem and the other end to the wall socket.
  • Page 24 Click on the One Page Setup link under the Basic menu. You do not need to change the LAN settings unless you need the NB1300 to work with an existing network on a subnet other than 192.168.1.x.
  • Page 25 To use the NB1300 ADSL Modem to access the Internet, your computer must have an IP Address that is in the same LAN subnet as the NB1300 ADSL Router and use the NB1300 ADSL Router’s IP address as its gateway.
  • Page 26 “Use a Proxy server” checkbox is unchecked. www.netcomm.com.au Page 26 Your DNS numbers are specific to your ISP and should be notified along with your User Name and Password. Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 27 Operational Diagram for Ethernet Gateway Configuration Rev. 1 - YML672 www.netcomm.com.au NB1300 ADSL Modem Page 27...

  • Page 28: Gateway - Usb Configuration

    Were told by your ISP to use this Configuration with another Easy Config profile. ■ Wish to use the NB1300 with a computer that does not have an Ethernet socket. This computer will use a Private IP address and will be protected from the Internet by the NB1300 (via NAT).
  • Page 29 Place the CD-ROM provided into your CD-ROM drive. b. Connect the USB cable from the NB1300 into a spare USB port on your computer. c. Windows will detect the new hardware and launch a New hardware Wizard. When prompted to search for drivers choose “Specify location”.
  • Page 30 Click on the One Page Setup link under the Basic menu. You do not need to change the LAN settings unless you need the NB1300 to work with an existing network on a subnet other than 192.168.1.x.
  • Page 31 Most applications call for the Primary and Secondary DNS server entries to be made on each computer. These can be automatically assigned by another DHCP server or by enabling the DHCP server on the NB1300 ADSL Modem, and entering the DNS values in the DNS section of the NB1300.
  • Page 32 Operational Diagram for USB Gateway Configuration www.netcomm.com.au Rev. 1- YML672 Page 32 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 33: Advanced Configuration For Your Nb1300

    All fields on that page will be presented in terms of the Virtual Circuit number just chosen. USB or Ethernet? The NB1300 can be connected via a USB cable or an Ethernet cable or both. The reason for this is that the USB connection is simply an ethernet simulation, as far as your computer is concerned the USB connection is an Ethernet connection, hence DHCP and other protocols will work the same as for Ethernet.

  • Page 34: Main Menu - (Simple)

    When you log into the router it will be in simple mode. This provides enough configuration for the majority of connections. Main Menu - (Simple) The following is displayed in the left hand panel when you first log into the NB1300: www.netcomm.com.au Page 34 Rev.

  • Page 35: Basic Menu

    Multiple Virtual Circuits elsewhere in this manual for more information). LAN: This the Local Area Network IP address of the NB1300, by default this is set to 192.168.1.1 this can be changed to reflect your network requirements, i.e. 172.16.1.1 or 10.0.0.1 For simple networks it is suggested that the default addresses be used.

  • Page 36: Status

    Advanced settings) Advanced configurations should only be used if you are familiar with the operation of your network and ISP settings or if you are directed to do so by NetComm support or your ISP. Status The status pages show what the status is of current connections and settings, this section describes what fields are displayed.

  • Page 37: Router

    These fields display the IP address, Subnet Mask and MAC address for the LAN interface. Number of Ethernet Devices Connected to the DHCP Server: This field displays the number of DHCP clients connected to the NB1300. It also shows the IP address and MAC address of the attached DHCP clients.

  • Page 38: Adsl

    ADSL Startup Attempts: loss of showtime. Elapsed Time: This field displays the time of the modem has been in operation. SNR Margin: Amount of increased noise that can be tolerated while maintaining the designed BER (bit error rate). The SNR Margin is set by Central Office DSLAM. If the SNR Margin is increased, bit error rate performance will improve, but the data rate will decrease.

  • Page 39: Ppp

    Connect and Disconnect: Each PPP session can be individually controlled, simply enter the desired connection number into the 'Connection #' field and select either connect or disconnect from the drop down menu and click on the 'Execute' button. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 39...

  • Page 40: Main Menu - (Advanced)

    One Page Setup See 'Main menu - Simple' for full details of the One Page Setup. Hide Advanced settings Select this option to hide the advanced settings of the NB1300. Pressing this will display the Simple settings. www.netcomm.com.au Page 40 Rev.

  • Page 41: Administration

    VPI/VCI, Static IP Address Subnet Mask, and Gateway. The Static IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway are used for Static IP configuration. Current NetComm firmware supports eight PVCs. To switch between the PVCs, please choose one of the virtual circuit numbers and click on the Submit button to switch over.
  • Page 42 ADSL modem should be responsible to proxy (that is, change source IP to ADSL modem's WAN IP) the IGMP report to ADSL WAN side, include all PVCs. The same case is for IGMP leave packet.
  • Page 43 1456, 1400 or even as low as 750 to see if the problem improves. Your ISP is the best person to contact to find out what MTU setting to use. Note: MTU above 1492 is likely to cause problems and is not likely to improve data throughput. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 43...

  • Page 44: Lan/Dhcp

    Ethernet Mode Setting: The Ethernet Mode configuration page allows the user to set the LAN port into Auto Sense, 100 Mbps Full Duplex, 100 Mbps Half Duplex, 10 Mbps Full Duplex or 10 Mbps Half Duplex. www.netcomm.com.au Page 44 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 45: Dns

    The DNS Configuration page allows you to set the configuration of DNS proxy. The NetComm firmware supports DNS proxy. For the DHCP requests from local PCs, the DHCP server will set the LAN port IP as the default DNS server. Thus, all DNS query messages will come into LAN port first.

  • Page 46: Nat

    NAT session for different interfaces among different PPP sessions and different PVCs. Interface: This field allows the user to choose specific WAN Interface (PVC or PPP Session) for NAT Session. www.netcomm.com.au Page 46 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 47 Available Sessions Status will be displayed at the end of this page to show all the Session Names with its WAN Interface. Number of Session: This filed displays the total number of NAT Sessions Name is entered. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 47...

  • Page 48: Port Forwarding

    Host IP Address: This field allows the user to enter the private network IP address for the particular server. Well Known Ports: www.netcomm.com.au Page 48 F T P Telnet SMTP Whois T F T P Gopher Finger H T T P POP3 SFTP SNMP SNMP traps NB1300 ADSL Modem Rev. 1- YML672...

  • Page 49: Adsl Configuration

    Wiring Selection: This field allows the user to enter the wiring selection for the RJ-11. Tip/Rip is the default for the board without the inner/outer pair relay Bit Swapping: This field allows the user to enable or disable the upstream bit swapping. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 49...

  • Page 50: Rip Configuration

    V1+V2: This listener receives the both RIPv1 and RIPv2. Supplier and Listener are based on section 4.1 "Compatibility Switch" in RFC 1723. Current RIP Settings: This field displays the each interface's RIP status. www.netcomm.com.au Page 50 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 51: Diagnostic Test

    CO. This test will pass if response cell is received. Some service providers might not support this test. If this test return FAIL consistently and the ADSL modem does not seem to be working, make sure the VPI and VCI are configured correctly.

  • Page 52: Route Table

    The routing table will display the routing status of Destination, Netmask, Gateway, and Interface. The interface br0 means the USB interface; lo0 means the loopback interface; and ppp1 means the PPP interface. The Gateway is the learned Gateway www.netcomm.com.au Page 52 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 53: Mac Filtering

    PC. Type: Enter the hexadecimal number for the Ethernet type field in Ethernet_II packets. For example, 0800 is for IP protocol. 0800 - IP Protocol A5FF - Ethernet Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 53...

  • Page 54: Security

    The Admin Password Configuration page allows the user to set the password for administrator. The Admin password is the same as the FTP password and must be at least 8-characters long for the FTP function to work. User Name: admin password Password (default): www.netcomm.com.au Page 54 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 55: User Password

    The User Password Configuration page allows the Admin user to set the password for the general user. When logged in as a general user you can view the basic status of the NB1300 but you can not make critical changes to the unit.

  • Page 56: Misc Configuration

    DHCP server runs on the WAN side of a network. To have this function working properly, please disable the NAT to run on router mode only, disable the DHCP server on the LAN port, and make sure the routing table has the correct routing entry. www.netcomm.com.au Page 56 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 57 PPP will be automatically reconnected when an URL is entered in the browser (packet interested in going out the WAN). For the Automatic Reconnect, it will reconnect the PPP session whenever it is terminated by ISP. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 57...

  • Page 58: System Log

    ATM connected ■ ATM disconnected ■ ATM setting up VPI/VCI ■ PPP Layer ■ PPP authenticated ■ PPP invalid user name or password ■ PPP unable to connect with PPP server www.netcomm.com.au Page 58 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 59 ■ IP Layer ■ IP protocol up ■ PPP IP address ■ PPP Gateway IP address PPP DNS Primary IP address ■ PPP DSN Secondary IP address Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 59...

  • Page 60: Code Update

    Code Update The Code Update page allows the user to upload new firmware to the NB1300. To upload new firmware: 1. Download the latest firmware image from the NetComm website 2. Save the file to your Desktop or other location 3.

  • Page 61: Status

    The Router page shows the firmware versions and WAN and LAN interface status. Firmware Version: This field displays the NetComm firmware version number. Showtime Firmware Version: This field displays the NetComm firmware version number. Graphical Interface Version: This field displays the Graphical User Interface version.

  • Page 62: Adsl

    ADSL Startup Attempts: This field displays the ADSL connection attempts after loss of showtime. Elapsed Time: This field displays the time of the modem has been in operation. SNR Margin: Amount of increased noise that can be tolerated while maintaining the designed BER (bit error rate).

  • Page 63: Lan

    IP addresses and MAC addresses. Ethernet Link Status: This field displays the link up or down for the Ethernet. USB Link Status: This field displays the link up or down for the USB. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 63...

  • Page 64: Wan

    (ADSL) interface. Use the Virtual Circuit selection to selection different PVC for status display. DHCP Release & Renew: This field allows the user to release and renew the WAN IP address in the WAN DHCP Client Enabled (dynamic) mode. www.netcomm.com.au Page 64 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 65: Atm

    The ATM Status page shows all the statistics information of ATM cells. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 65...

  • Page 66: Tcp Connections

    TCP Connections TCP Status: The TCP Status page shows the statistics for all TCP connections. www.netcomm.com.au Rev. 1- YML672 Page 66 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 67: Learned Mac Table

    Learned MAC Table The Learned MAC Table page shows the current learned Bridge MAC table. Aging Timeout: This field allows the user to enter the update period for the MAC table. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 67...

  • Page 68: Ppp

    Byte Received. Connect and Disconnect: This field allows the user to manually connect/disconnect the PPP connection for each PPP interface. In another word, each PPP session can be connected and disconnected individually. www.netcomm.com.au Page 68 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...

  • Page 69: Save Settings And Reboot

    After the Save and Reboot, you will be returned to the onepage setup. Note: DO NOT power the unit off or press the reset button again during the reboot process. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 69...

  • Page 70: Appendix A - Connection Instructions

    NB1300 will assign your computer a suitable IP address. 5. Ensure that your computer has a LAN link light. 6. Connect one end of the ADSL phone line to the NB1300 ADSL Modem and the other end to the wall socket.

  • Page 71: Connect Your Nb1300 Adsl Modem Via Usb

    3. The Add New Hardware Wizard will launch and prompt you to provide a driver for your NB1300 ADSL Modem. Insert the CD ROM provided. 4. Connect one end of the ADSL phone line to the NB1300 ADSL Modem and the other end to the wall socket.

  • Page 72: Appendix B - Trouble Shooting

    Modem. Problems are divided into different areas to assist you in finding the appropriate solution. General Modem Operation Before continuing, refer to the correct power up sequence to verify that your NB1300 ADSL Modem is operating. Correct power up sequence After you turn on your NB1300 ADSL Modem, the following sequence should occur: 1.

  • Page 73: Web Based Interface

    Web Based Interface If you are unable to access the NB1300 ADSL Modem’s Web Based Interface from a computer on your local network, check the following: ■ Check the Ethernet connection between your computer and your NetComm ADSL Modem. ■...

  • Page 74: Internet / Isp Connection

    3. Under the Router menu, check that an IP address is shown for the WAN Port. I nothing is shown, your ADSL Modem has not obtained an IP address from your ISP. If your ADSL Modem is unable to obtain an IP address from the ISP, the problem may be one of the following: ■...

  • Page 75: Internet Browsing

    If you cannot connect after several minutes, you may be using an incorrect Service Name, User Name or Password. There also may be a provisioning problem with your ISP. Internet Browsing If your ADSL Modem can obtain an IP address but your computer is unable to load any web pages from the Internet: ■...
  • Page 76 To ping the modem from a computer running Windows 95 or later: 1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run. 2. In the field provided, type Ping followed by the IP address of the ADSL Modem, as in this example: ping 192.168.1.1...
  • Page 77 ■ Check that your computer has the IP address of your ADSL Modem listed as the default gateway. If the IP configuration of your computer is assigned by DHCP, this information will not be visible in your computer’s Network Control Panel. Go to the Run… window and run winipcfg.

  • Page 78: Appendix C - Glossary

    A system of LANs connected is called a wide area network (WAN). Media Access Control Address (MAC) is a hardware address that MAC Address: uniquely identifies each node of a network. www.netcomm.com.au Page 78 Rev. 1- YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem...
  • Page 79 MSS during the TCP connection handshake. The default value is 1432. UBR: Short for Unspecified bit rate. WAN: Wide Area Network. A System of LANs connected by telephone lines and/or radio waves. Rev. 1 - YML672 NB1300 ADSL Modem www.netcomm.com.au Page 79...

  • Page 80: Registering Your Netcomm Product

    Registering your NetComm Product To ensure that the conditions of your warranty are complied with, please go to the NetComm web site for quick and easy registration of your product at Alternatively, you can use a copy of the Warranty Registration Form on the following page and mail it to NetComm Limited, PO Box 1200, Lane Cove NSW 2066.

  • Page 81: Warranty Registration Form

    Warranty Registration Form Date of Purchase …...…………...………... Name …...…………...………... Company …...…………...………... Address …...…………...………... ……………………...……... Tel No ( ) ...……….…. E-mail …...…………...………... The following information is vital for your warranty Please make sure it’s correct and complete. Serial No …...…………...………... Model …...…………...………...

  • Page 83: Product Warranty

    2. This warranty shall not apply to software programs, batteries, power supplies, cables or other accessories supplied in or with the product; 3. The customer complies with all of the terms of any relevant agreement with NetComm and any other reasonable requirements of NetComm including producing such evidence of purchase as NetComm may require;...

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