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802.11g Wireless ADSL Router
User's Guide
June 2006

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  • Page 1 C54APRA2+ for Annex A C54APRB2+ for Annex B 802.11g Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide June 2006...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents BEFORE YOU START ...................... IV Installation Overview............................iv Packing List..............................iv Installation Notes..............................v INTRODUCTION .........................1 Router Description and Operation........................1 Router Features ..............................2 Standards Compatibility and Compliance ........................3 Front Panel Display ............................4 Rear Panel Connections ..........................5 Setting Up a Wireless Network........................6 Location and Wireless Operation ........................7 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................8 Power on Router ...............................8...
  • Page 3 LAN Clients ..............................54 SNMP................................55 Filters ................................56 Bridge Filters..............................58 Routing ................................59 DMZ ................................. 60 Firewall ................................61 RIP ................................... 62 ADSL ................................63 ATM VCC ................................ 63 Wireless Management ........................... 65 Wireless Performance ........................... 67 TOOLS ..........................68 Admin................................

  • Page 4: About This User Guide

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide About This User Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet. You must have an ADSL account setup in order to use this device for Internet access.

  • Page 5: Installation Notes

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Installation Notes In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information (User Name and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required.

  • Page 6: Information From Your Isp

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Information from your ISP: These settings include your connection type. The connection type Print this page to record info here describes the method your Internet service provider uses to transport data between the Internet and your computer(s) and how it identifies your account.
  • Page 7 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Information about your Wireless LAN: Print this page to SSID record info here Channel Authentication Key 1: Key 2: WEP (Hex/ASCII) Key 3: Key 4: RADIUS IP Address: WPA (802.1x) Port: Secret: WPA-PSK Pass phrase:...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Introduction This section provides a brief description of the Router, its associated technologies, and a list of Router features. Router Description and Operation The C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router is designed to provide connectivity for your private Ethernet LAN, and 802.11g/802.11b wireless LAN to the Internet via an ADSL connection.

  • Page 10: Router Features

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Router Features The C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. The C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ advantages include: •...

  • Page 11: Standards Compatibility And Compliance

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.992.1 (G.DMT) compliant • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite “Splitterless ADSL”) compliant •...

  • Page 12: Front Panel Display

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Front Panel Display Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include Power, Status, ADSL, WLAN, and LAN. The ADSL, WLAN, and LAN indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).

  • Page 13: Rear Panel Connections

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Rear Panel Connections All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).

  • Page 14: Setting Up A Wireless Network

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Setting Up a Wireless Network In order to get the best performance from the wireless component of the Router, you should have some basic understanding of how wireless networks operate. Wireless networking is a relatively new technology and there are more factors to consider when setting up or designing a wireless network than designing a wired network.

  • Page 15: Location And Wireless Operation

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Location and Wireless Operation Many physical environmental factors can impact wireless networks. Radio waves are used to carry the encoded data between devices. These radio transmissions can become degraded due to signal attenuation, multi-path distortion and interference or noise.

  • Page 16: Hardware Installation

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Hardware Installation The C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an ADSL Internet (WAN) connection. Carefully consider the Router’s location suitable for connectivity for your Ethernet and wireless devices.

  • Page 17: Network Connections

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Network Connections Wired network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the four Ethernet ports on the back of the Router. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle.

  • Page 18: Basic Router Configuration

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you set up the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup.

  • Page 19: Access The Configuration Manager

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Access the Configuration Manager In order to make sure your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, it is advisable to configure your system be a DHCP client – that is, it will get IP settings from the Router. Appendix B describes how to configure different Windows operating systems to “Obtain IP settings automatically”.

  • Page 20: Configure The Router

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure the Router When you successfully connect to the web manager, the Home directory tab will display the Setup Wizard window. You can launch the Setup Wizard from this page or use the buttons located in the left panel of the web page to view other windows used for basic configuration.

  • Page 21: Wizard

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wizard To use the Setup Wizard, click the Run Wizard button in the first browser window and follow the instructions in the pop-up window that appears. The initial window summarizes the setup process. Click the Next button to proceed. You may stop using the Setup Wizard at any time by clicking the Exit button.
  • Page 22 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Time Zone Choose the time zone you are in from the pull-down menu and click Next. This sets the system time used for the Router. If you wish to return to the previous window during the setup process, click the Back button.
  • Page 23 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Choose Connection Type Now select the Connection Type used for the Internet connection. Your ISP has given this information to you. The connection types available for “Multi-User” Mode are PPPoE/PPPoA, Dynamic IP Address, Static IP Address, and Bridge Mode.
  • Page 24 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For PPPoE/PPPoA connections: 1. Type in the Username and Password used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. 2. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available PPP connection and encapsulation types are PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC and PPPoA VC-Mux.
  • Page 25 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Dynamic IP Address connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Dynamic IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux. 2.
  • Page 26 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Static IP Address connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Static IP Address connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux, 1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VC-Mux and IPoA.
  • Page 27 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Bridge Mode connections: 1. Select the specific Connection Type from the drop-down menu. The available Bridge Mode connection and encapsulation types are 1483 Bridged IP LLC and 1483 Bridged IP VC-Mux. 2.
  • Page 28 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - For Wireless LAN connections: Click the Enable AP box to allow the router to operate in the wireless environment. The SSID identifies members of the Service Set. Accept the default name or change it to something else. If the default SSID is changed, all other devices on the wireless network must use the same SSID.
  • Page 29 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Using the Setup Wizard - Finish and Restart Finally you can confirm that the setup process is completed. If you are satisfied that you have entered all the necessary information correctly, click the Restart button to save the new configuration settings and restart the Router. If you need to change settings from a previous window, click the Back button.

  • Page 30: Basic Wireless Lan Setup

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Basic Wireless LAN Setup To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure Wireless, WAN, LAN, DHCP, DNS, and Dynamic DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the Wireless Settings window, click on the Wireless link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.

  • Page 31: Wireless Security

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Security In the Wireless Settings window, select the type of security you want to configure. The window will change to present the settings specific to the method being configured. The Router’s wireless security options include three levels of WEP encryption, WPA for IEEE 802.1x network authentication, and WPA with a user-configured Pre Shared Key (PSK).
  • Page 32 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 1. Make sure the Enable AP checkbox at the top of the window has been ticked. 2. Click the Enable WEP Wireless Security checkbox. 3. From the drop-down menu, select an Authentication Type: Open, Shared, or Both. 4.
  • Page 33 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Settings window – WPA Enter the appropriate parameters for the type of key selected from this window: • Group Key Interval: The time (in seconds) after which the Group Key is changed automatically (1-99999). •...

  • Page 34: Wan Configuration

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WAN Configuration To configure the Router’s basic configuration settings without running the Setup Wizard, you can access the windows used to configure WAN, LAN, DHCP, and DNS settings directly from the Home directory. To access the WAN Settings window, click on the WAN link button on the left side of the first window that appears when you successfully access the web manager.

  • Page 35: Dynamic Ip Address

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide For Bridged connections it will be necessary for most users to install additional software on any computer that will the Router for Internet access. The additional software is used for the purpose of identifying and verifying your account, and then granting Internet access to the computer requesting the connection.
  • Page 36 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WAN Settings window – Dynamic IP Address To configure a Dynamic IP Address connection for the WAN, follow these steps:...
  • Page 37 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 1. Choose the Dynamic IP Address option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. 2. Under the ATM VC Settings at the top of the window should not be changed unless you have been instructed to change them.

  • Page 38: Static Ip Address

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Additional settings for Dynamic IP Address connections: Dynamic IP Parameters Description Connection Type This specifies the connection type and encapsulation method used for your Bridged IP LLC Dynamic IP Address connection. The options available are Bridged IP VC-Mux Cloned MAC Address This is not always necessary, but may be required for some ISPs.
  • Page 39 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WAN Settings window - Static IP...
  • Page 40 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To configure a Static IP type connection for the WAN, follow these steps: 1. Choose the Static IP Address option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. 2. Under the ATM VC Settings at the top of the window should not be changed unless you have been instructed to change them.
  • Page 41 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Additional settings for Static IP Address connections: Static IP Parameters Description Connection Type This specifies the connection type and the encapsulation method used for Bridged IP LLC your Static IP Address connection. The options available are Bridged IP VC-Mux Routed IP LLC Routed IP VC-Mux...

  • Page 42: Pppoe/Pppoa

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PPPoE/PPPoA Follow the instructions below to configure the Router to use a PPPoE or PPPoA for the Internet connection. Make sure you have all the necessary information before you configure the WAN connection. WAN Settings window –...
  • Page 43 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To set up a PPPoE or PPPoA connection: 1. If not already selected, choose the PPPoE/PPPoA option from the WAN Settings pull-down menu. PPPoE/PPPoA is selected by default if you are configuring the Router for the first time. 2.
  • Page 44 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Additional settings for PPPoE/PPPoA connections: PPPoE/PPPoA Description Parameters User Name For PPP connections, a User Name and Password are used to identify and verify your account to the ISP. Enter the User Name for your ADSL service account.

  • Page 45: Atm Traffic Shaping

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM VC Settings ATM VC settings can be configured for all connection types in the WAN configuration menu of the Home directory. ATM VC Settings in WAN Settings window The table below describes the ATM VC settings used to configure a PPPoE or PPPoA connection for an ADSL account. ATM VC Parameters Description The Router supports using up to eight multiple virtual connections.
  • Page 46 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM Settings for WAN connection Additional ATM settings for PPPoE or PPPoA connections: ATM Parameters Description The ATM settings allow the user to adjust ATM Quality of Service (QoS) or traffic parameters to suit specific traffic requirements. For applications or circumstances where packet loss or packet delay is a concern, ATM QoS can be adjusted to minimize problems.

  • Page 47: Lan

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide You can configure the LAN IP address to suit your preference. Many users will find it convenient to use the default settings together with DHCP service to manage the IP settings for their private network. The IP address of the Router is the base address used for DHCP.

  • Page 48: Dhcp

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP The DHCP server is enabled by default for the Router’s Ethernet LAN interface. DHCP service will supply IP settings to workstations configured to automatically obtain IP settings that are connected to the Router though the Ethernet port. When the Router is used for DHCP it becomes the default gateway for DHCP client connected to it.

  • Page 49: Use The Router For Dhcp

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To display the DHCP Settings window, click the DHCP button in the Home directory. Any active DHCP Clients appear at the bottom of the window in the DHCP Clients List. The IP address and MAC address for active DHCP clients are displayed in the list.
  • Page 50 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP Settings window with DHCP disabled...
  • Page 51 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To manually configure IP settings on Windows workstations, open the TCP/IP Properties menu and select the “Use the following IP address” option. You will need to supply the IP address, Subnet Note mask and Default gateway for each workstation.

  • Page 52: Dns

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The Router can be configured to relay DNS settings from your ISP or another available service to workstations on your LAN. When using DNS relay, the Router will accept DNS requests from hosts on the LAN and forward them to the ISP’s, or alternative DNS servers.

  • Page 53: Dynamic Dns

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Dynamic DNS The Router supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service). The Dynamic DNS service allows a dynamic public IP address to be associated with a static host name in any of the many domains, allowing access to a specified host from various locations on the Internet.

  • Page 54: Save Settings And Reboot

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Save Settings and Reboot When you have configured the C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ with the settings you desire, make sure you save those settings. To save the system configuration settings, click the Tools tab. You will be presented first with the Administrator Settings window.

  • Page 55: Multiple Virtual Connections

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Multiple Virtual Connections The Router supports multiple virtual connections. Up to eight PVCs to eight separate destinations can be created and operated simultaneously utilizing the same bandwidth. Additional PVC connections can be added for various purposes. For example, you may want to establish a private connection to remote office in order to create an extended LAN, or setup a server on a separate connection.
  • Page 56 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide In the example below, a new PVC (Pvc1) has been added using the WAN Settings window. The connection is setup as a bridged connection. New PVC (PVC1) appears in ATM VCs List [Advanced > ATM VCC] The new PVC that appears can be configured separately in other windows availailable in the Advanced directory.

  • Page 57: Advanced Settings

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Advanced Settings This chapter introduces and describes the management features that have not been presented in the previous chapter. These include the more advanced features used for network management and security as well as administrative tools to manage the Router, view statistics and other information used to examine performance and for troubleshooting.

  • Page 58: Upnp

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide UPnP UPnP supports zero-configuration networking and automatic discovery for many types of networked devices. When enabled, it allows other devices that support UPnP to dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and capabilities of other devices.

  • Page 59: Virtual Server

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Virtual Server Use the Virtual Server window to set up single-port, trigger port or static-port range forwarding rules applied to inbound (WAN-to-LAN) traffic. The Virtual Server function allows remote users to access services on your LAN such as FTP for file transfers or SMTP and POP3 for e-mail.

  • Page 60: Custom Forwarding Rules

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide There are many different pre-configured rules available for specific functions such as Internet gaming, VPN, streaming and interactive multi-media, standard TCP/IP protocols, reserved ports, p2p, network management applications, and so You may also create customized rules to manage TCP/UDP ports. The pre-configured rules include those listed in the table here: Category Available Rules...
  • Page 61 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Rule Management window 2. Type a Rule Name in the space provided. 3. Select the port Protocol from the pull-down menu - you may select TCP, UDP or both (TCP/UDP). 4. Configure a range of ports for forwarding. Type the lowest numbered port in the range in the Port Start space. Type the highest numbered port in the Port End space.

  • Page 62: Lan Clients

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide LAN Clients The LAN Clients window is used when establishing port forwarding rules in the Virtual Server and Filters windows. This window can be accessed directly by clicking on the LAN Clients button in the Advanced tab. In order to use these advanced features it is necessary to have IP addresses available for configuration.

  • Page 63: Snmp

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol is a standard for internetwork and intranetwork management. SNMP Management window Configure these parameters for SNMP on the Router: SNMP Category Parameters This is used to enable or disable SNMP Agent and SNMP Traps or edit client SNMP Management SNMP Name, Location and Contact.

  • Page 64: Filters

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Filters Filter rules in the Router are put in place to allow or block specified traffic. The Filter Rules however can be used in a single direction to examine and then Allow or Deny traffic for Inbound (WAN to LAN) or Outbound (LAN to WAN) routed data.
  • Page 65 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The parameters described in the table below are used to set up filter rules. Click the Apply button to put the new rule into effect. Any filter rule configured in the menu will appear in the Filters List with the new settings.

  • Page 66: Bridge Filters

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Bridge Filters Bridge filters are used to block or allow various types of packets through the WAN interface. This may be done for security or to improve network efficiency. The rules are configured for individual devices based on MAC address. Filter rules can be set up for source, destination or both.

  • Page 67: Routing

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Routing Use Static Routing to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway. Routing Table window To add a static route to a specific destination IP on the local network, enter a Destination IP address, Netmask, then click the Gateway radio button and type in the Gateway’s IP address.

  • Page 68: Dmz

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Since some applications are not compatible with NAT, the Router supports use of a DMZ IP address for a single host on the LAN. This IP address is not protected by NAT and will therefore be visible to agents on the Internet with the right type of software.

  • Page 69: Firewall

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Firewall The Firewall Configuration window allows the Router to enforce specific predefined policies intended to protect against certain common types of attacks. There are two general types of protection (DoS, Port Scan) that can be enabled on the Router, as well as filtering for specific packet types sometimes used by hackers.

  • Page 70: Rip

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide A DoS "denial-of-service" attack is characterized by an explicit attempt by attackers to prevent legitimate users of a service from using that service. Examples include: attempts to "flood" a network, thereby preventing legitimate network traffic, attempts to disrupt connections between two machines, thereby preventing access to a service, attempts to prevent a particular individual from accessing a service, or, attempts to disrupt service to a specific system or person.

  • Page 71: Adsl

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ADSL The ADSL Configuration window allows the user to set the configuration for ADSL protocols. For most ADSL accounts the default settings ADSL2+(Multi-mode) will work. This configuration works with all ADSL implementations. If you have been given instructions to change the Modulation method used, select the desired option from the Modulation Type drop-down menu and click the Apply button.
  • Page 72 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ATM VC Setting window To configure an existing PVC configuration set, click the corresponding notepad icon in the right-hand column of the ATM VCs List. The PVCs current settings appear above in the entry fields of the ATM VC Setting window. Configure the appropriate settings and click the Apply button to put the new settings into effect.

  • Page 73: Wireless Management

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Management The Wireless Management window located in the Advanced directory is used to control MAC address access to the wireless access point and to view a list of MAC addresses that are currently associated with the access point. This window is also be used to enable and configure use of multiple SSIDs.
  • Page 74 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure Wireless Access Control To create a list of MAC addresses that are banned or allowed association with the wireless access point: 1. Click in the Enable Access List option box to select it. 2.

  • Page 75: Wireless Performance

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Performance If you want to tweek wireless settings, click the Wireless Performance window button in the Advanced directory It is recommended for most users to use the default Wireless LAN Performance settings. Any changes made to these settings may adversely affect your wireless network.

  • Page 76: Tools

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Tools Click the Tools tab to reveal the window buttons for various functions located in this directory. The Administrator Settings window is the first item in the Tools directory. This window is used to change the system password used to access the web manager, to save or load Router configuration settings and to restore default settings.

  • Page 77: Change System Password

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Administrator Settings window Change System Password Under the Administrator heading, type the New Password and Confirm Password to be certain you have typed it correctly. Click the Apply button to activate the new password. The System User Name remains “admin”, this cannot be changed using the web manager interface.

  • Page 78: Remote Log

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Remote Log Us the Remote Log Settings window to set up logging to servers or computers that are located outside the LAN or subnet of the Router. Remote Log Settings window Select the Log Level from the pull-down menu. The levels available are: Alert, Critical, Debug, Error, Info, Notice, Panic and Warning.

  • Page 79: System

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide System Save or Load Configuration File Once you have configured the Router to your satisfaction, it is a good idea to back up the configuration file to your computer. To save the current configuration settings to your computer, click the System button in the Tools directory to display the System Settings window.

  • Page 80: Firmware

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Firmware Performing a Firmware Upgrade can sometimes change the configuration settings. Be sure to back-up the Router’s configuration settings before upgrading the firmware. Note Use the Firmware Upgrade window to load the latest firmware for the device. Note that the device configuration settings may return to the factory default settings, so make sure you save the configuration settings with the System Settings window described above.

  • Page 81: Miscellaneous

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Miscellaneous To perform a statndard Ping test for network connectivity, click the Misc. window button in the Tools directory to view the Miscellaneous Configuration window. Miscellaneous Configuration window Ping Test The Ping test functions on the WAN and LAN interfaces. Type the IP address you want to check in the space provided and click the Ping button.

  • Page 82: Test

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Test The Diagnostic Test window is used to test connectivity of the Router. A Ping test may be done through the local or external interface to test connectivity to known IP addresses. The diagnostics feature executes a series of test of your system software and hardware connections.

  • Page 83: Status

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Status Use these windows to view system information and monitor performance. Device Info Use the Device Information window to quickly view basic current information about the LAN and WAN interfaces and device information including Firmware Version and MAC address. Device Information window Select the desired Virtual Circuit from the drop-down menu and then click the Connect button.

  • Page 84: Dhcp Clients

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP Clients DHCP Clients window...

  • Page 85: Log

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide The system log displays chronological event log data. Use the navigation buttons to view or scroll log pages. You may also save a simple text file containing the log to your computer. Click the Save Log button and follow the prompts to save the file.

  • Page 86: Statistics

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Statistics Use the Traffic Statistics window to monitor traffic on the Ethernet, ADSL, or Wireless connection. Select the interface for which you want to view packet statistics and the information will appear below. Traffic Statistics window Click Refresh to view traffic information.

  • Page 87: Adsl

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ADSL Use the ADSL Status window for troubleshooting the ADSL connection. ADSL Status information Help The Help tab will give basic information referring to various windows located in the Router. To view a specific section, click on its hyperlinked name.

  • Page 88: Technical Specifications

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Technical Specifications General ADSL Standards ADSL2 Standards • ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 • ITU G.992.3 (G.dmt.bis) Annex A • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) AnnexA • ITU G.992.4 (G.lite.bis) Annex A Standards: • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) Annex A •...

  • Page 89: Power Adapter

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Physical and Environmental DC Inputs: Input: 120V AC 60Hz Output: 12V AC, 1200mA Power Adapter: Power 12 Watts (max) Consumption: Operating 0° to 40°C Temperature: Storage -20° to 70°C Temperature Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Dimensions: 109 mm x 142.8 mm x 32.1 mm Weight:...

  • Page 90: Media Interface

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless IEEE 802.11b: DQPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, and CCK Modulation IEEE 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM 2400 ~ 2484.5MHz ISM band Frequency 11 channels for United States Channels 13 channels for European Countries 13 channels for Japan IEEE 802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1Mbps Wireless Data Rates...

  • Page 91: Configuring Ip Settings On Your Computer

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations.
  • Page 92 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Configure Windows XP for DHCP Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to Settings, then click on Network Connections. In the Network Connections window, right-click on LAN (Local Area Connection), then click Properties.
  • Page 93 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 3. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the Properties button. 4.

  • Page 94: Windows 2000

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 3.

  • Page 95: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Windows 95 and Windows 98 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon.
  • Page 96 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows NT 4.0 Workstations First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows NT task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2.

  • Page 97: Low Pass Filters For Dsl

    C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Low Pass Filters for DSL Most ADSL clients will be required to install a simple device that prevents the ADSL line from interfering with regular telephone services. These devices are commonly referred to as microfilters or low pass filters. The two basic styles of low pass filters commonly used are described below.
  • Page 98 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Three Port Filter Another style of filter is installed at the same point where the Router connects to the telephone line. Only a single filter is required. The connection ports are typically labeled as follows: Line - This port connects to the wall jack.

  • Page 99: Licensing Information

    Availability of source code Conceptronic. has eposed the full source code of the GPL licensed software, including any scripts to control compilation and installation of the object code. All future firmware updates will also be accompanied with their respective source code. For more information on how you can obtain our open source code, please visit our web...
  • Page 100 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
  • Page 101 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License applies to any program or other work which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder saying it may be distributed under the terms of this General Public License. The "Program", below, refers to any such program or work, and a "work based on the Program"...
  • Page 102 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Thus, it is not the intent of this section to claim rights or contest your rights to work written entirely by you; rather, the intent is to exercise the right to control the distribution of derivative or collective works based on the Program.
  • Page 103 6. Each time you redistribute the Program (or any work based on the Program), the recipient automatically receives a license from the original licensor to copy, distribute or modify the Program subject to these terms and conditions. You may not impose any further restrictions on the recipients' exercise of the rights granted herein. You are not responsible for enforcing compliance by third parties to this License.
  • Page 104 C54APRA2+ / C54APRB2+ Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 11. BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE PROGRAM, TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW. EXCEPT WHEN OTHERWISE STATED IN WRITING THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND/OR OTHER PARTIES PROVIDE THE PROGRAM "AS IS"...

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