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  • Page 1: Broadband Router

    Wireless-G Broadband Router User’s Guide CWR-800...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction The Wireless-G Broadband Router Features The Router’s Functions IP Addresses Router Setup Overview Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router The Router’s Back Panel The Router’s Front Panel LEDs Chapter 3: Connect the Router Overview Wired Connection to a PC Wireless Connection to a PC...

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Wireless-G standard as your needs grow. The CNet Smart Wireless-G Router is really three devices in one box. First, there’s the Wireless Access Point, which lets you connect Wireless-G or Wireless-B devices to the network. There’s also a built-in 4-port full-duplex 10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices.
  • Page 4 What’s an IP Address? IP stands for Internet Protocol. Every device on an IP-based network, including PCs, print servers, and routers, requires an IP address to identify its “location,” or address, on the network. This applies to both the Internet and LAN connections. There are two ways of assigning an IP address to your network devices.
  • Page 5 This User Guide covers the steps for setting up a network with the Router (see Figure 1-1). After going through “Chapter 2: Getting to Know the CNet Smart Wireless-G Router,” most users will only need to use the following chapters: •...
  • Page 6 Chapter 2: Getting to Know the CNet Wireless-G Router The Router’s ports are located on the Router’s back panel. The Internet port is where you connect your cable or DSL modem through an Ethernet Internet network cable. Your modem connection will not work from any other port.
  • Page 7 Green. When Wireless network is active. WLAN The LAN Indicators Green. The LAN LED serves two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected to a device through the corresponding port. If the LED is flickering, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

  • Page 8: Chapter 3: Connect The Router

    Chapter 3: Connect the Router The Router’s setup consists of more than simply plugging hardware together. You will have to configure your networked PCs to accept the IP addresses that the Router assigns them (if applicable), and you will also have to configure the Router with setting(s) provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
  • Page 9 4. Power on the cable or DSL modem. 5. Connect the power adapter to the Router’s Power port, and then plug the power adapter into a power outlet. • The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the power adapter is connected properly.
  • Page 10 3. Power on the cable or DSL modem. 4. Connect the power adapter to the Power port, and then plug the power adapter into a power outlet. • The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the power adapter is connected properly.

  • Page 11: Chapter 4: Configure The Pcs

    Chapter 4: Configure the PCs The instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your computers to be able to communicate with the Router. To do this, you need to configure your PC’s network settings to obtain an IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically, so your PC can function as a DHCP client.
  • Page 12 3. Click the IP Address tab. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. 4. Now click the Gateway tab, and verify that the Installed Gateway field is blank. Click the OK button. 5. Click the OK button again. Windows may ask you for the original Windows installation disk or additional files.
  • Page 13 3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OK button. Click the OK button again to complete the PC configuration. 5.
  • Page 14 3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OK button. Click the OK button again to complete the PC configuration. Go to “Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings.”...

  • Page 15: Chapter 5: Configure The Router's Basic Settings

    Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings This chapter will show you how to configure the Router to function in your network and gain access to the Internet through your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Detailed description of the Router’s web-based utility can be found in “Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility.” The instructions from your ISP tell you how to set up your PC for Internet access.
  • Page 16 3. The web-based utility will appear with the Basic Settings tab selected. Select the time zone for your location. 4. Based on the setup instructions from your ISP, you may need to provide the Host Name and Domain Name (usually cable ISPs require them). These fields allow you to provide a host name and domain name for the Router and are usually left blank.
  • Page 17 DHCP Auto Config If you are connecting through DHCP or a dynamic IP address from your ISP, perform these steps: A. Keep the default setting, DHCP Auto Config, as the Configuration Type. B. Click the Apply button to save the setting, or click the Cancel button to clear the setting and start over.
  • Page 18 F. Click the Apply button to save the settings, or click the Cancel button to clear the settings and start over. When you are finished, proceed to step 6. PPPoE If your DSL provider says that you are connecting through PPPoE (you use a user name and password to access the Internet), perform these steps: A.
  • Page 19 D. Click the Apply button to save the settings, or click the Cancel button to clear the settings and start over. When you are finished, proceed to step 6. PPTP If you are using a PPTP connection, check with your ISP for the necessary setup information. After you have entered your setup information, click the Apply button to save the settings, or click the Cancel button to clear the settings and start over.
  • Page 20 If you need more details or advanced setting information, please refer to “Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility” or the CNet support website at http://www.cnet.com.tw. Congratulations! You’ve successfully configured the Router. If you are unable to reach our website, you may want to review what you did in this section or refer to “Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”...

  • Page 21: Chapter 6: The Router's Web-Based Utility

    Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility Use the Router’s web-based utility to administer it. This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Router. The “Basic settings”...
  • Page 22 Firmware Version This shows the version and date of the firmware you are using. Future versions of the Router’s firmware will be posted and available for download on the CNet website at http://www.cnet.com.tw. Time Zone Select the time zone for your location.
  • Page 23 1. Select Enable. 2. Enter your adapter’s MAC address in the MAC Address field. 3. To save your new settings, click the Apply button. To cancel your changes, click the Cancel button. To get more information about the features, click the Help button. To disable MAC address cloning, keep the default setting, Disable.
  • Page 24 Static IP Address If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, then select Static IP. IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the WAN, or the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.
  • Page 25 PPPoE Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE. User Name and Password Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
  • Page 26 PPTP Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service Internet IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here. Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your ISP).
  • Page 27 32 alphanumeric characters, which may be any keyboard character. Make sure this setting is the same for all devices in your wireless network. For added security, CNet recommends that you change the default SSID (CNET_Wireless) to a unique name of your choice.
  • Page 28 16 alphanumeric characters. (This Passphrase function is compatible with CNet wireless products only. If you want to communicate with non-CNet wireless products, enter the WEP key manually on the non-CNet wireless products.) After you enter the Passphrase, click the Generate button to create WEP keys.
  • Page 29 (B) WPA ( Wi-Fi Protected Access ) Setting WEP Pre-Shared Key 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA Pre-Shared Key” 2. For “WPA Algorithms”, Select “TKIP” (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) or “AES” (Advanced Encryption Standard). This setting will have to be identical on the clients that you set up. 3.
  • Page 30 The Security screen allows you to change the Router’s security settings. You should change the factory default password, which is admin, to your own as soon as possible. All users who try to access the Router’s web-based utility or Setup Wizard will be prompted for the Router’s password. Router Password The new Password must not exceed 32 characters in length and must not include any spaces.
  • Page 31 (PPTP) used by to enable the operation of a virtual private network (VPN) over the Internet. PPTP - Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol is the method used to enable VPN sessions to a Windows NT 4.0 or 2000 server. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, PPTP Pass-Through is enabled by default.
  • Page 32 (DHCP) server function. The Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, you must configure all of your network PCs to connect to a DHCP server (the Router), and make sure there is no other DHCP server on your network.
  • Page 33 If the Router already works well, there’s no need to download a newer firmware version, unless that version has a new feature that you want to use. (To learn about any new firmware with new features, visit http://www.cnet.com.tw) To upgrade the Router’s firmware: 1.
  • Page 34 1. Double click ” My Network Places” 2. Click “ View network connections”. You will see the following page. The Internet Gateway is CNet Smart Wireless-G Router. 3. Double click “ Internet Connection “ icon, you will see the following page...
  • Page 35 4. Click “Properties”. You will see the following page. 5. Click “ Setting”...
  • Page 36 Multicast Pass-Through IP Multicasting occurs when a single data transmission is sent to multiple recipients at the same time. Using the Multicast Pass- Through feature, the Router allows IP multicast packets to be forwarded to the appropriate computers. Keep the default setting, Enable, to support the feature, or select Disable to disable it.
  • Page 37 The Outgoing Access Log gives you a log of all outgoing Internet traffic. For each activity, it displays the LAN IP address, the Destination URL or IP address of the Internet site accessed, as well as the Service/Port Number used. Click the Refresh button to update the logs. Click the Close button to return to the System screen.

  • Page 38: Help

    The Status screen displays the Router’s current status and configuration. All information is read-only. It will updates and display automatically every 10 seconds. Firmware Version The version number of the firmware currently installed is displayed here. Current Time The current date and time are displayed here. Host Name The Host Name is the name of the Router.
  • Page 39 The Help screen offers links to all of the Router’s technical support resources and the application that upgrades the Router’s firmware. For additional information about each screen of the web-based utility, click the appropriate link on the left-hand side of the Help screen.

  • Page 40: Advanced Wireless

    The following instructions are for advanced users or users whose setup needs require special configuration. When you click the Advanced Settings tab, you will be able to set up these features. There are six additional tabs available. Advanced Wireless - Allows you to customize data transmission and 802.1x settings for your wireless network(s).
  • Page 41 feature, keep the default setting, Disable. To set up a filter, click Enable, and follow these instructions: 1. If you want to block specific wireless-equipped PCs from communicating with the Router, then keep the default setting, Prevent PCs listed from accessing the wireless network. If you want to allow specific wireless equipped PCs to communicate with the Router, then click the radio button next to Permit only PCs listed to access the wireless network.
  • Page 42 Authentication Type The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication to be used. For Open System authentication, the sender and the recipient do NOT use a WEP key for authentication. For Shared Key authentication, the sender and recipient use a WEP key for authentication.
  • Page 43 Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance. Only minor modifications of this value are recommended. Operation Mode CNet Smart Wireless-G Router support three operation mode: Access Point/Bridge/Repeater. If you want to use Bridge and Repeater Mode, please fill the MAC Address in the MAC Address(es).
  • Page 44 Enter Policy Name Policies are created from the fields presented here. To create a policy: 1. Enter a Policy Name in the field provided. 2. Click the Edit List of PCs button. This will open the List of PCs screen. From this screen, you can enter the IP address or MAC address of any PC to which this policy will apply.
  • Page 45 5. By selecting the appropriate setting next to Days and Time, choose when Internet access will be filtered. 6. Lastly, click the Apply button to save and activate this policy. Internet Access can also be filtered by URL Address, the address entered to access Internet sites, by entering the address in one of the Website Blocking by URL Address fields.
  • Page 46 Customized Applications In the field provided, enter the name you wish to give each application. External Port For each application, enter the number of the External Ports (the port numbers seen by users on the Internet) in the appropriate fields. (To find out the port range, check your application’s documentation.) If there is only one External Port, enter its number in both External Port fields.
  • Page 47 2. Enter the Outgoing Port Range used by the application. Check with the Internet application for the port number(s) needed. 3. Enter the Incoming Port Range used by the application. Check with the Internet application for the port number(s) needed. 4.
  • Page 48 To set up routing: 1. Choose the correct working mode. Select Gateway if the Router is hosting your network’s connection to the Internet (recommended for most users). Select Router if the Router exists on a network with other routers. 2. If you selected the Gateway mode, click the Apply button. If you selected the Router mode, proceed to step 3.
  • Page 49 Dynamic DNS The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service at www.dyndns.org, or www.TZO.com, DDNS service providers.
  • Page 50 Status The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here. To save your changes on this page, click the Apply button. To cancel any unsaved changes on this page, click the Cancel button. To get more information about the features, click the Help button.

  • Page 51: Appendix A: Specifications

    Appendix A: Specifications Smart Wireless-G Router Product Name CWR 800 Model Name IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g Standards 10-13 (France, Jordan) Channels 1-11 (U.S.) 1-13 (Elsewhere Worldwide) 1-13,14 (Japan) Internet: One 10/100 RJ45 Port for Cable/DSL Modem Ports LAN: Four 10/100 RJ-45 Switched Ports Power: One Power Port...

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