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TRENDnet TEW-435BRM User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ....................1 Wireless ADSL 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 ....................
  • Page 3 Remote Administration ....................82 Routing ..........................84 Upgrade Firmware ......................88 CHAPTER 8 MODEM MODE ....................89 Overview .......................... 89 Management Connections ....................89 Home Screen ........................90 Mode Screen ........................91 Operation ......................... 91 Status Screen ........................92 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................94 Overview ..........................

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless ADSL Router's features and capabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless ADSL Router. The Wireless ADSL Router is a multi-function device providing the following services: • ADSL Modem •...

  • Page 5: Advanced Internet Functions

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the Wireless ADSL Router can test your ADSL and Internet connection to determine the connection me- thod used by your ISP. • Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (ADSL port) connection, the Wireless ADSL Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.

  • Page 6: Lan Features

    Introduction LAN Features • 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless ADSL Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN. • DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless ADSL Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Package Contents The following items should be included. If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. • The Wireless ADSL Router Unit • 1 Cat-5 Ethernet (LAN) cable • 1 RJ-11 (ADSL) cable •...

  • Page 8: Physical Details

    Introduction Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Security/WPS Push the WPS button on the device and on your other wireless device to perform WPS function that easily creates an encryption-secured wireless connection automatically. Power LED On - Power on. Off - No power.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel ADSL port Connect this port to your ADSL line. LAN connections Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports. Note: Any LAN port on the Wireless ADSL Router will automatically function as an "Uplink"...

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless ADSL 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 a DSL connection. •...

  • Page 11: Check The Leds

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Points should use different Channels. 2. Connect LAN Cables Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless ADSL Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously. If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable.

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless ADSL 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 Confi- guration.
  • Page 13 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Use any of the following Administration Configuration Chapter 7 settings or features: Advanced Administration • PC Database • Config File • Logs • E-mail • Diagnostics • Remote Admin • Routing • Upgrade Firmware...

  • Page 14: Configuration Program

    Setup Configuration Program The Wireless ADSL Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect 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: Setup Wizard

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless ADSL Router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless ADSL Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: •...
  • Page 16 Setup Figure 6: Setup Wizard - VC1 Figure 7: Setup Wizard - Internet Access On the Internet Access Screen, shown above, select the correct connection type, as used by your ISP. Click "Next" and complete the configuration for your connection method. •...

  • Page 17: Configuring Vcs

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPPoE, PPPoA You connect to the ISP only a) User name and password are when required. The IP address is always required. usually allocated automatically. b) If using a Static (Fixed) IP address, you need the IP address and related information (Network Mask, Gateway IP address, and DNS address)
  • Page 18 Setup Figure 8: Setup Wizard - VC2 Setup Wizard VC Screen The VC number is displayed Enable To use this VC, you must enable it by checking this checkbox. Enter the VPI value provided by your ISP. Enter the VPI value provided by your ISP. Multiplexing Select the multiplexing value provided by your ISP.

  • Page 19: Home Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 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 9: Home Screen Main Menu The main menu, on the left, contains links to the most-commonly used screen.

  • Page 20: Lan Screen

    Setup LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 10: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP address for the Wireless ADSL Router, as seen from the local LAN. IP Address Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range.

  • Page 21: What Dhcp Does

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 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. • The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots). •...

  • Page 22: Wireless Screen

    Setup Wireless Screen The Wireless ADSL Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless ADSL Router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless ADSL Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
  • Page 23 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide SSID This is also called the "Network Name". • If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifi- er). • To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same SSID/ESSID.

  • Page 24: Wifi Protect Setup

    Setup Allow access Use this feature to determine which Wireless stations can use the by … Access Point. The options are: • All Wireless Stations - All wireless stations can use the access point, provided they have the correct SSID and security settings. •...

  • Page 25: Wireless Security

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen. There are 3 options for Wireless security: • Disabled - no data encryption is used. • WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard. •...
  • Page 26 Setup Encryption setting. • 64 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before being transmitted. You must enter at least the default key. For 64 Bit En- cryption, the key size is 10 chars in HEX (0~9 and A~F). •...
  • Page 27 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WPA-802.1x Wireless Security Figure 15: WPA-802.1x Data - WPA-802.1x Screen Enter the server address here. Server Address Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius Server. Radius Port Enter the shared key. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the Shared Key network key.
  • Page 28 Setup WPA2-802.1x Wireless Security Figure 16: WPA2-802.1x Data - WPA2-802.1x Screen Server Address Enter the server address here. Radius Port Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius Server. Shared Key Enter the shared key. Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key.

  • Page 29: Trusted Wireless Stations

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Trusted Wireless Stations This feature can be used to prevent unknown Wireless stations from using the Access Point. This list has no effect unless the setting Allow access by trusted stations only is enabled. To change the list of trusted wireless stations, use the Modify List button on the Access Control screen.
  • Page 30 Setup Edit Use this to change an existing entry in the "Trusted Stations" list: Select the Station in the Trusted Station list. Click the Edit button. The address will be copied to the "Ad- dress" field, and the Add button will change to Update. Edit the address (MAC or physical address) as required.

  • Page 31: Password Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless ADSL Router. Figure 18: Password Screen Enter the existing password in this field. Old Password New password Enter the new password here. Verify password Re-enter the new password here.

  • Page 32: Mode Screen

    Setup Mode Screen Use this screen to change the mode between Router mode and Modem (Bridge) mode. Figure 20: Mode Screen Select the desired option, and click "Save". Router Both the ADSL Modem and the Router features are operational. In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all your LAN users.

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    Chapter 4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") 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 ADSL Router.

  • Page 34: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows 9X/Me

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 21: Network Configuration Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 22: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP...
  • Page 35 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless ADSL 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 ADSL Router. Figure 23: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) •...

  • Page 36: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Nt

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 25: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
  • Page 37 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 26: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address Select the network card for your LAN. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below. Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server This is the default Windows setting.
  • Page 38 PC Configuration Figure 27 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows: • Click the DNS tab. • On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.

  • Page 39: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 29: Network Configuration (Win 2000) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.

  • Page 40: Using Dhcp

    PC Configuration 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 ADSL Router will act as a DHCP Server.

  • Page 41: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP Select Control Panel - Network Connection. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 31: Network Configuration (Windows XP) Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
  • Page 42 PC Configuration Figure 32: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) 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 ADSL Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 43 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista From the Start menu, right-click Network, then click Properties. Now, the Network and Sharing Center displays. Under Tasks located on the left-hand side of the window, click Manage network connec- tions.
  • Page 44 PC Configuration Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties. From the General tab, verify that Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address auto- matically are selected. Click the OK button.

  • Page 45: Internet Access

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless ADSL 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 46 PC Configuration • Select Create Location, and change the location name from "New Locality" to "Wireless ADSL Router". • Click Edit Location. Select TCP/IP for the Network field. (Leave the Phone Number blank.) • Click Save, then OK. Configuration is now complete. •...

  • Page 47: Macintosh Clients

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless ADSL Router. The proce- dure is as follows. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank.

  • Page 48: Wireless Station Configuration

    PC Configuration Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless ADSL Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless ADSL Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure (rather than Ad-hoc)
  • Page 49 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 34 Wireless Networks (Windows XP) If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless ADSL Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed. See the following section "If the SSID is not listed" for details of dealing with this situation.
  • Page 50 PC Configuration To connect: • Check the checkbox Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure. • The Connect button will then be available. Click the Connect button, and wait a few seconds for the connection to be established. If using WEP Data Encryption If WEP data encryption has been enabled on the Wireless ADSL Router, Windows will detect this, and show a screen like the following.
  • Page 51 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 37: Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless ADSL Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following: Figure 38: Wireless Network Properties - WEP Configure this screen as follows: •...
  • Page 52 PC Configuration • For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the default key value used on the Wireless ADSL Router. (Windows will determine if 64bit or 128bit encryption is used.) • The Key index must match the default key index on the Wireless ADSL Router. The default value is 1.
  • Page 53 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide If using WPA-PSK Data Encryption If WPA-PSK data encryption has been enabled on the Wireless ADSL Router, it does not matter which network is selected on the screen below. Just click the Advanced button. Figure 40: Wireless Networks (Windows XP) You will then see a screen like the example below.
  • Page 54 PC Configuration Figure 42: Wireless Network Properties- WPA-PSK Configure this screen as follows: • Set Network Authentication to WPA-PSK. • For Data Encryption, select TKIP. • For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the network key (PSK) used on the Wireless ADSL Router.
  • Page 55 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 43: Preferred Networks Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless ADSL Router. If the SSID is not listed If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless ADSL Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed on the screen below.
  • Page 56 PC Configuration Click the Advanced button to see a screen like the example below. Figure 45: Unlisted Wireless Network Click the Add button. You will see a screen like the example below. Figure 46: Add Wireless Network Configure this screen as follows: •...
  • Page 57 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • If using data encryption (WEP or WPA-PSK), enter the key used on the Wireless ADSL Router. See the preceding sections for details of WEP and WPA-PSK. • Uncheck the options The key is provided for me automatically and This is a computer- to-computer (ad hoc) network.

  • Page 58: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless ADSL Router and the status screens. For Details of operation in Bridge (Modem) mode, see Chapter 8 - Modem Mode. Operation - Router Mode Once both the Wireless ADSL Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required.
  • Page 59 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Data - Status Screen ADSL Modem Status This indicates the status of the ADSL modem component. DownStream Displays the speed for the DownStream Connection. Connection Speed UpStream Connection If connected, displays the speed for the Up Stream (upload) Speed ADSL Connection.
  • Page 60 Operation and Status points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifi- er). The current region, as set on the Wireless screen. Region Channel This shows the Channel currently used, as set on the Wireless screen. Wireless AP This indicates whether or not the Wireless Access Point feature is enabled.

  • Page 61: Connection Status - Pppoe & Pppoa

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Connection Status - PPPoE & PPPoA If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) or PPPoA (PPP over ATM), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 49: PPPoE Status Screen Data - PPPoE/PPPoA Screen Connection Time This indicates how long the current connection has been estab-...

  • Page 62: Connection Details - Dynamic Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a Dynamic IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 50: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Dynamic IP address Internet IP Address...

  • Page 63: Connection Details - Fixed Ip Address

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Connection Details - Fixed IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a fixed IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 51: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed IP address Screen Internet...

  • Page 64: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless ADSL Router's "Ad- vanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided: • Internet: • • URL filter • Access Control • Dynamic DNS • Options •...

  • Page 65: Url Filter

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, mak- ing it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only enable the DMZ feature when required. URL Filter If you want to limit access to certain sites on the Internet, you can use this feature. The URL filter will check each Web site access.
  • Page 66 Advanced Features Data - URL Filter Screen Current Filter Strings Current Filter The list contains the current list of items to block. Strings • To add to the list, use the "Add" option below. • To delete an entry, select it and click Delete button. •...

  • Page 67: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Inter- net 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.
  • Page 68 Advanced Features this a key.) • DDNS Status This message is returned by the DDNS Server. • Normally, this message should be "Update successful" • If the message indicates some problem, you need to connect to the DDNS Service provider and correct this problem.

  • Page 69: Options

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal opera- tion, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings. An example Options screen is shown below. Figure 55: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Internet...

  • Page 70: Schedule

    Advanced Features Schedule This Schedule can be used for the Firewall Rules and the URL filter. Figure 56: Schedule Screen Data - Schedule Screen Schedule Each day of the week can scheduled independently. Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. Session 2 can Session 1 Session 2 be left blank if not required.

  • Page 71: Port Trigger

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Trigger If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the Wireless ADSL Rou- ter's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Port Trigger". The Port Trigger screen can be reached by clicking the Port Trigger on the screen.
  • Page 72 Advanced Features • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you Incoming receive data from the special application or service. (Note: Ports Some applications use different protocols for outgoing and in- coming data). • Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the application server, for data you receive.

  • Page 73: Port Forward

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Forward This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: • Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. •...

  • Page 74: Port Range Forward

    Advanced Features Port Range Forward This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: Figure 59: Port Range Forwarding Screen Data - Port Range Forwarding Screen Port Range Forwarding Enter the desired application type.

  • Page 75: Qos

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The QoS (Quality of Service) feature allows you specify priorities for different traffic. Lower priority traffic will be slowed down to allow greater throughput or less delay for high priority traffic. An example QoS screen is shown below. Figure 60: QoS Screen Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting...
  • Page 76 Advanced Features • Applications: Category • Add a New Application (Once selected, please complete the following setups.) • Ip/Net: Enter the IP address. • Rate: Enter the desired rate value. • Priority: Select the desired option (High, Normal, Low) • Direct: Select Upstream or Downstream as required.

  • Page 77: 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 78: Pc Database

    Advanced Administration 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. However, if you do use a fixed IP address on some devices on your LAN, you should enter details of each such device into the PC database, using the PC Database screen.

  • Page 79: Config File

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Config File This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Wireless ADSL Router, and save them to a file on your PC. You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Wireless ADSL Router, by uploading it to the Wireless ADSL Router.

  • Page 80: Logs

    Advanced Administration Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless ADSL 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 ADSL Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 81 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Include in Log Include (Checkboxes) Use these checkboxes to determine which events are included in the log. Checking all options will increase the size of the log, so it is good practice to disable any events which are not really re- quired.

  • Page 82: E-Mail

    Advanced Administration E-mail This screen allows you to E-mail Logs and Alerts. A sample screen is shown below. Figure 64: E-mail Screen Data - E-mail Screen E-Mail Notification Check this box to enable this feature. If enabled, the E-mail address Turn E-mail Notification on information (below) must be provided.
  • Page 83 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide E-mail Logs Select the desired option for sending the log by E-mail. Send Logs • Never (default) - This feature is disabled; Logs are not sent. • When log is full - The time is not fixed. The log will be sent when the log is full, which will depend on the volume of traffic.

  • Page 84: Diagnostics

    Advanced Administration 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 65: Network Diagnostics Screen Data - Network Diagnostics Screen Ping Ping this Enter the IP address you wish to ping.

  • Page 85: Remote Administration

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless ADSL Router via the Internet. Figure 66: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To Management connect, see below).
  • Page 86 Advanced Administration In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless ADSL Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.) e.g.

  • Page 87: Routing

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Routing Overview • If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless ADSL Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing"...

  • Page 88: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Advanced Administration Figure 67: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen RIP Direction Select the desired RIP Direction. RIP Version Choose the RIP Version for the Server. Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Static Routing Table Entries •...
  • Page 89 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Destination IP Address Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation. Network Mask Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation. Gateway IP Address The IP Address of the Wireless ADSL Router. Metric Other Routers on the Local LAN Other routers on the local LAN must use the Wireless ADSL Router's Local Router as the Default Route.
  • Page 90 Advanced Administration Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C) Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 Metric For 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 ADSL Router's IP Address) For Router B's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0...

  • Page 91: Upgrade Firmware

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless ADSL Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade Firmware on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 69: Router Upgrade Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: Click the Browse button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file.

  • Page 92: Chapter 8 Modem Mode

    Chapter 8 Modem Mode This Chapter explains configuration and operation when in "Modem" or "Bridge" mode.. Overview There are two modes available on the Mode screen. • Router - Both the ADSL Modem and the Router features are operational. In this mode, this device can provide shared Internet Access to all your LAN users.

  • Page 93: Home Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Home Screen If in Modem mode, the home screen will look like the example below. Figure 70: Home Screen - Modem Mode Note that the menu has changed, many of the options in Router mode are not available. The screens available are: •...

  • Page 94: Mode Screen

    Modem Mode Mode Screen This screen is change back to Router mode, if desired. Figure 71: Mode Screen Data - Mode Screen This field displays the current name of this device. Device Name Device Mode Select the desired device mode for the router: •...

  • Page 95: Status Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Status Screen In Modem mode, the Status screen looks like the example below. Figure 72: Status Screen - Bridge Mode Data - Status Screen (Bridge Mode) ADSL Modem Status This indicates the status of the ADSL modem component. Displays the speed for the DownStream Connection.
  • Page 96 Modem Mode Channel This shows the Channel currently used, as set on the Wireless screen. This indicates whether or not the Wireless Access Point feature is Wireless AP enabled. This indicates whether or not the SSID is Broadcast. This setting Broadcast Name is on the Wireless screen.

  • 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 ADSL Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless ADSL Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 98: Wireless Access

    Appendix A - Troubleshooting Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless ADSL Router. Solution 2: The Wireless ADSL Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not transparent. For incoming connections, you must use the Virtual Server or Firewall Rules to specify the PC which will receive the incoming traffic.
  • Page 99 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close to the Wireless ADSL Router.

  • 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. Wireless Sta- tions (e.g.

  • Page 101: Channels

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 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 performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channels are available.

  • Page 102: Wpa-802.1X

    Appendix B - About Wireless LANs WPA-802.1x This version of WPA requires a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using the WPA standard. If this option is used: •...

  • Page 103: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications Multi-Function Wireless ADSL Router Model Wireless ADSL Router ADSL Interface T1.413, G.DMT, G.lite, multi-mode Dimensions 175mm(W) * 114mm(D) * 30mm(H) Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection Network Interface: 1 * RJ11 for ADSL line...

  • Page 104: Regulatory Approvals

    Appendix C - Specifications Regulatory Approvals FCC Statement This equipment 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 reasonable protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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