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Wireless ADSL Router
User's Guide
(November 2003)
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  • Page 1 DSL-G604T Wireless ADSL Router User’s Guide (November 2003)
  • Page 2 DSL-G604T DSL Router User’s Guide FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 3: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise

    THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING OR OTHER HAZARD. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL D-LINK BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING OUT THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE,...
  • Page 4: Limited Warranty

    This Warranty applies on the condition that the product Registration Card is filled out and returned to a D-Link office within ninety (90) days of purchase. A list of D-Link offices is provided at the back of this manual, together with a copy of the Registration Card.
  • Page 5 Spare parts and spare kits Ninety (90) days D-Link’s sole obligation shall be to repair or replace the defective Hardware during the Warranty Period at no charge to the original owner or to refund at D-Link’s sole discretion. Such repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office.
  • Page 6 D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product. Repair by anyone other than D-Link or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void this Warranty. Disclaimer of Other Warranties: EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY SPECIFIED HEREIN, THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS-IS”...
  • Page 7 Valmistaja D-Link Corporation vakuuttaa täten että Wireless LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten Finnish vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Hierbij verklaart D-Link Corporation dat het toestel Wireless LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere Dutch relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG Bij deze verklaart D-Link Corporation dat deze Wireless LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante...
  • Page 8 PIRE de 100 mW. Cette ouverture est acquise d'ores et déjà dans certains départements d'Outre-mer. En installant et utilisant les produits réseaux sans fils de la gamme proposée par D-Link, vous vous engagez donc à respecter cette réglementation.
  • Page 9 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide accompagna, ha generalmente un guadagno in trasmissione pari a circa 2.5 dBi, che fa si che la potenza E.I.R.P. trasmessa salga a circa 80 mW (per la precisione 19.2 dBm). Per questo motivo su tutto il territorio dell'Unione Europea, ed anche in Italia, è assolutamente vietato utilizzare antenne che abbiano un guadagno in trasmissione elevato (in linea di massima diciamo superiore ai 5 dBi), tale da portare la potenza trasmessa E.I.R.P.
  • Page 10 DSL-G604T DSL Router User’s Guide Utilizzo di sistemi Radio LAN ad uso privato con installazioni indoor o outdoor su fondo/suolo privato: E’ possibile utilizzare liberamente sistemi Radio LAN purché vengano rispettate le normative vigenti soprattutto per quanto riguarda l’emissione massima in potenza come sopra riportato.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS About This User’s Guide............................. xiii Before You Start..............................xiii Installation Requirements............................ xiii Packing List ............................. xvi INTRODUCTION ......................1 Router Description and Operation ......................... 1 Standards Compatibility and Compliance ......................3 Packing List ............................4 Front Panel Display ..............................4 Rear Panel Connections............................
  • Page 12 Access Control..............................50 Advanced Security..............................52 Bridge Filters ................................ 53 Multicast Pass-through ............................53 Static Routing ............................... 55 Dynamic Routing..............................56 Wireless Management ........................57 Multiple Virtual Connections ......................57 Tools and Utility Menus........................59 User Management..............................60 System Commands ............................... 61 Remote Log ................................
  • Page 13: About This User's Guide

    DSL-G604T DSL Router User’s Guide About This User’s Guide This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-G604T ADSL Router and use it to connect a computer or Ethernet LAN to the Internet. If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL- G604T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions provided in the Quick Installation Guide.
  • Page 14 DSL-G604T through the wireless interface. Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-G604T supports WEP encryption, 802.1X authentication, and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). Wireless access can also be controlled by selecting MAC addresses that are allowed to associate with the device.
  • Page 15: Information You Will Need From Your Adsl Service Provider

    For 802.1X and WPA security. Secret For 802.1X and WPA security. Information you will need about your DSL-G604T ADSL Router: Record info here This is the Username needed access the Modem’s management interface. When you attempt to connect to the...
  • Page 16: Packing List

    ADSL connection in the future. Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-G604T ADSL Router. The Modem may be reset to its factory default settings by performing a Restore settings operation within the management interface (see System Commands).
  • Page 17: Introduction

    ADSL connection technology, TCP/IP routing and 802.11b wireless connectivity in one compact unit. The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-G604T connects to an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet 10BASE-T interface using RJ-45 connectors. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard RJ-11 connectors.
  • Page 18: Router Features

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Router Features The DSL-G604T ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-G604T advantages include: • PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-G604T ADSL Router supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.
  • Page 19: Standards Compatibility And Compliance

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL-G604T complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite “Splitterless ADSL”) compliant • ITU-T Rec. I.361 compliant • RFC 791 Internet Protocol compliant •...
  • Page 20: Packing List

    Packing List Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make sure that you have the items listed here. 1. One DSL-G604T 802.11b Wireless ADSL Ethernet Router, with router stand 2. One screw-on antenna 3. One CD-ROM containing the User’s Guide 4.
  • Page 21: Rear Panel Connections

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s 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 22: Introduction To 802.11B Wireless

    Ethernet LAN to use shared resources such as servers, printers or an Internet connection. The DSL-G604T unites Ethernet and 802.11b wireless private networks with an Internet connection.
  • Page 23: Adsl Technology

    It will allow access to the wireless network to devices using the correct SSID after a negotiation process takes place. The DSL-G604T broadcasts its SSID so that any wireless station in range can learn the SSID and ask permission to associate with it. Many wireless adapters are able to survey or scan the wireless environment for access points.
  • Page 24: Hardware Installation

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Hardware Installation The DSL-G604T functions on three separate networks: a wired Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and a wired ADSL WAN. Placement of the Router must take into account the fact that it is connected to these three networks with three types of media.
  • Page 25: Power On Router

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Power on Router CAUTION: The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device. To power on the Router: 1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source.
  • Page 26: Network Connections

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Network Connections 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 27: Power On Router

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Computer to Router Connection You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided as shown in this diagram. Power On Router To power on the Router: 1.
  • Page 28: Basic Router Configuration

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Basic Router Configuration The first time you setup 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 29 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s 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.
  • Page 30 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide 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.
  • Page 31: Windows 2000

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. Click the OK button. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
  • Page 32: Windows 95 And Windows 98

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: In the Windows task bar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
  • Page 33 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure Windows 95 and Windows 98 for DHCP Open the Control Panel window, and then click the Network icon. Select the network component labeled TCP/IP, and then click Properties. If you have multiple TCP/IP listings, select the listing associated with your network card or adapter.
  • Page 34: Access The Configuration Manager

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Access the Configuration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software. Be sure that the web browser on your computer is not configured to use a proxy server in the Internet settings.
  • Page 35: Configure The Router

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Use the default user name admin and password admin for first time setup. You should change the web-based manager access user name and password once you have verified that a connection can be established. The user name and password allows any PC within the same subnet as the Modem to access the web-based manger.
  • Page 36: Setup Menu

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Setup Menu The Setup window offers links to menus to configure settings for the LAN (Local Area Network) and for the WAN (Wide Area Network) setup. The first menu you see when clicking the Setup tab or the Go to setup wizard hyperlink is the Setup menu.
  • Page 37: Wireless Settings

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Wireless Settings Click the Enable AP box to allow the router to operate in the wireless environment. SSID: The SSID identifies members of 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 38: Wireless Security

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Wireless Security The DSL-G604T offers three types of network security: WEP, 802.1X, and WPA. WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol) encryption can be enabled for security and privacy. WEP encrypts the data portion of each frame transmitted from the wireless adapter using one of the predefined keys.
  • Page 39 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide 802.1X Some network-security experts now recommend that wireless networks use 802.1X security measures to overcome some weaknesses in standard WEP applications. A RADIUS server is used to authenticate all potential users. Server IP Address: enter the IP address of the Radius server...
  • Page 40 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) Wi-Fi Protected Access was designed to provide improved data encryption, perceived as weak in WEP, and to provide user authentication, largely nonexistent in WEP. For most small networks, such as in a small business or home-based enterprise, WPA is the easiest way to obtain effective network security.
  • Page 41: Modem Setup

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Modem Setup The Modem Setup menu is used to change the Modulation Type used for the ADSL connection. This setting should only be changed if your service provider has given explicit instructions to change it.
  • Page 42: Configure Connection 1 For Pppoa

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure Connection 1 for PPPoA PPP or Point-to-Point protocol is a standard method of establishing a network connection/session between networked devices. Different forms of PPP include PPPoA and PPPoE (discussed below) involve an authentication process that requires a username and password to gain access to the network. PPPoA (PPP over ATM) as described in RFC 2364, is a method of using PPP on an ATM network.
  • Page 43: Change The Connection Type

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Do not change the PCR or SCR values unless you are required to do so. If you are told to change these, type in the values given to you by your service provider. Type the Username and Password used to verify the identity of your account. Typically, the Username is an account number assigned by your ISP and appears in the form account#@serviceprovider.com,...
  • Page 44 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 3-10. Setup – Configure Connection 1 for PPPoE To configure Connection 1 for PPPoE, follow the steps listed below. Some of the settings do not need to be changed the first time the device is set up, but can be changed later if you choose.
  • Page 45 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide does not appear to Connected after a few minutes, go back to the Connection 1 Setup menu, check the settings and make sure they are correct.
  • Page 46: Configure Connection 1 For Bridge

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure Connection 1 for Bridge “Bridge” means a pure bridged connection with no IP address assigned to the Router. This connection method makes the Router act as a bridge, and just passes packets across the DSL port. When the device is used in this manner, it is necessary to install additional connection software on any computer or server used to access the Internet.
  • Page 47: Configure Connection 1 For Static Ip For Wan

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide To save the changes made to Connection 1, click the Tools tab and then click on the System Commands button. Click on the Save All button to store the configuration settings. Click on Back button to return to the System Commands menu.
  • Page 48 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Do not change the PCR or SCR values unless you are required to do so. If you are told to change these, type in the values given to you by your service provider. The Encapsulation values LLC (SNAP) and VC (MUX) are two different methods of encapsulating the PPP packet.
  • Page 49: Configure Connection 1 For Dhcp For Wan

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Configure Connection 1 for DHCP for WAN Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) allows the gateway to automatically obtain the IP address from a DHCP server on the service provider’s network. The service provider assigns a global IP address from a pool of addresses available to the service provider.
  • Page 50: Configure Connection 1 For Clip

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide To save the changes made to Connection 1, click the Tools tab and then click on the System Commands button. Click on the Save All button to store the configuration settings. Click on Back button to return to the System Commands menu.
  • Page 51: Create A New Connection

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide If you are told to change the VPI or VCI values, type in the values given to you by your service provider. Many users will be able to use the default settings. Leave the default QoS values if you are unsure or the ISP did not provide this information.
  • Page 52 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 3- 15. Set up a New Connection – Connection 2 New Connection Example 2 - Create a New Bridge Connection You may create new connections to suit different purposes. For example, let’s create a new Bridge connection used to connect directly to a server acting as a firewall and proxy.
  • Page 53 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 3- 16. Set up a New Connection – Connection 3 To disconnect the Bridge connection, click the Delete button.
  • Page 54: Dhcp Configuration For Lan

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide DHCP Configuration for LAN The Router supports three DHCP modes for the LAN. By default, DHCP service is provided using an IP pool of 192.168.1.2 – 192.168.1.254 for a total of 253 IP addresses available. The Router can also relay DHCP service from another server through the WAN port.
  • Page 55: Enable Dhcp Relay

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Enable DHCP Relay Some service providers provide DHCP service for private networks from their own servers. To enable DHCP service form outside your LAN select the DHCP Relay option and type in the server IP address in the Relay IP field.
  • Page 56: Management Ip

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Management IP The IP address of the Router can be changed to suit the requirements of your LAN. Remember, if you are using DHCP from the Router, the IP address must be consistent with the DHCP IP settings.
  • Page 57: Save Configuration Changes

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Save Configuration Changes Any changes made to the Router’s configuration must be saved to non-volitile memory or they will be lost if the Router is restarted or powered off. When you are finished making changes to the Router settings, follow the instructions here to save the new settings.
  • Page 58 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide To save the new settings, click on the Save All button. It will take a second or two to perform the save. After the save is completed, a message appears in a new menu (see below).
  • Page 59: Advanced Router Management

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Advanced Router Management Click the Advanced tab to access menus used to configure UPnP, Port Forwarding, Access Control, Advanced Security (including NAT, Firewall and DMZ setup), LAN Clients, Bridge Filters, Multicast pass- through, Static Routing and Dynamic Routing (RIP setup).
  • Page 60: Upnp

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s 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. DHCP and DNS service can also be used if available on the network.
  • Page 61: Lan Clients

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide LAN Clients The LAN Clients menu is used when establishing Port Forwarding, Access Control and Advanced Security rules for IP addresses on the LAN. This menu can be accessed directly by clicking on the LAN Clients button or hyperlink in the Advanced setup menu.
  • Page 62: Port Forwarding

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Port Forwarding Port Forwarding allows specific functions to bypass NAT protection that would otherwise not allow them to function. To use Port Forwarding, you must have specific client IP addresses available for configuration. Use the LAN Clients menu to establish client IP addresses available for port forwarding.
  • Page 63 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide 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 Games: Alien vs. Predator, Asheron’s Call, Dark Rein, Delta Force, Doom, Dune, DirectX...
  • Page 64 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide The User category for port forwarding is used to set up customized port forwarding rules. Figure 4- 5. Set up Custom Port Forwarding Rules To set up custom TCP or UDP port forwarding rules, follow these steps: Select the User category and click the Add button located below the Available Rules list.
  • Page 65 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4- 6. Port Forwarding User Rules Management Type a Rule Name in the space provided. Select the port Protocol from the pull-down menu - you may select TCP, UDP or both (TCP/UDP). Configure a range of ports for forwarding. Type the lowest numbered port in the range in the Port Start space.
  • Page 66: Access Control

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Access Control Access Control settings are used to block various services and protocols for specific client IP addresses. The configuration process is similar setting up port forwarding, except access control will deny specific functions to client IP addresses.
  • Page 67 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Access Control pre-configured rules are the same as for port forwarding: Category Available Rules Games: Alien vs. Predator, Asheron’s Call, Dark Rein, Delta Force, Doom, Dune, DirectX Games, EliteForce, EverQuest, Fighter Ace II, Half Life, Heretic II, Hexen II, Kali,...
  • Page 68: Advanced Security

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Advanced Security Use the Advanced Security features of the Router to globally enable or disable NAT and Firewall protection for any WAN connection, enable or disable DMZ IP addresses, enable or disable remote Telnet or web management from specified IP addresses, and enable/disable ICMP ping packets from the WAN.
  • Page 69: Bridge Filters

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Clients menu in which you may create a static client IP or reserve a dynamically assigned IP address for DMZ designation. Setup Remote Management Telnet and web management through the WAN port can be enabled for specified IP addresses. To enable remote management, click to check the selection box for Remote Telnet or Remote Web and type in an IP address and net mask of a trusted host.
  • Page 70 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4-10. Multicast pass-through menu To enable Multicast pass through for any WAN connection, select the connection and click the Enable IGMP Multicast box to select the option, then click the Apply button. Remember to save the configuration changes.
  • Page 71: Static Routing

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Static 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.
  • Page 72: Dynamic Routing

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Dynamic Routing The Router supports RIP v1 and RIP v2 used to share routing tables with other Layer 3 routing devices. It also supports use of password protection which requires password verification for RIP requests. Use the Dynamic Routing menu to enable RIP and if desired to configure password protection.
  • Page 73: Wireless Management

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Wireless Management For added security you can opt to use Access Control based on the MAC address. This feature lets you create a list of MAC addresses that are allowed or denied association with the Router through the wireless interface.
  • Page 74 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide PPPoE and PPPoA connections may be connected and disconnected with the Connect and Disconnect menu buttons located in the connection settings menu. The remaining connection types (Bridge, Static, DHCP and CLIP) connect upon saving the settings and restarting the Router.
  • Page 75: Tools And Utility Menus

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Tools and Utility Menus The menus lited under the Tools tab are used for System Commands to save settings, restart and reset the Router; to set up Remote Log information; for User Management; to update firmware and load saved configuraiton files (in the Update Gateway menu);...
  • Page 76: User Management

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide User Management It is a good idea to change the management user information used for the Router before or immediately after establishing a link to the WAN. Figure 4-14. User Management menu To change the user name and password used for management access to the Router: Type the current User Name in the entry field provided.
  • Page 77: System Commands

    Click to restart the Wireless AP (Access Point). The Wireless AP must be Restart AP restarted any time wireless configuration is changed. The DSL-G604T can be reset to the default configuration for all settings using Restore the Restore option. This will also change the both the LAN and WAN IP address of the device, so these will need to be reconfigured accordingly.
  • Page 78: Remote Log

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Remote Log Us the Remote Log menu to set up logging to servers or computers that are located outside the LAN or subnet of the Router. Figure 4-16. Remote Log menu Select the Log Level from the pull-down menu. The levels available are: Alert, Critical, Debug, Error, Info, Notice, Panic and Warning.
  • Page 79: Update Gateway

    Use the Update Gateway feature to load the latest firmware for the device. You can obtain the latest version of the DSL-G604T firmware by logging onto the D-Link web site at www.dlink.com. Save the latest firmware version to a file on your computer or an accessible TFTP server.
  • Page 80 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4-18. Tools – Ping Test window To Ping a device, first enter the IP address of the device that you wish to Ping into the first field, the Packet Size (in bytes) in the second field, and finally, enter the number of times you wish the Ping function to attempt a connection to the desired device into the third field.
  • Page 81: Modem Test

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Modem Test The Modem Test menu is used for trouble shooting connection problems on the WAN interface. You can test for connectivity on the service provider’s network for any WAN connection. Test for F5 or F4 connection on the near segment or end-to-end.
  • Page 82: Status Menus

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Status Menus Use the Status windows to display various performance data about the Router Figure 4-20. Status display links Click the hyperlink or menu button for the desired Status window.
  • Page 83: Network Statistics

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Network Statistics Figure 4-21. Network Statistics window Choose the desired interface at the top of the window and then click Refresh to view Ethernet network statistics.
  • Page 84: Connection Status

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Connection Status Figure 4-22. Connection Status window Click Refresh to view connection status information. DHCP Clients This window displays the status of all current DHCP clients.
  • Page 85: Modem Status

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4-23. DHCP Clients window Modem Status This window displays DSL statistics and various modem status data.
  • Page 86: Product Information

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4-24. Modem Status window Product Information This window displays product information including hardware and firmware versions.
  • Page 87: System Log

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Figure 4-25. Product Information window System Log The system log displays chronological event log data. Figure 4-26. System Log window Click Refresh to get the most current system log information.
  • Page 88: Help Menu

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Help Menu Help menu links provide more information for configuring various Router functions. Figure 4-27. Opening Help window...
  • Page 89: Technical Specifications

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Technical Specifications GENERAL ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) RFC 1661 (PPP) ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) RFC 1994 (CHAP) ITU G.994.1 (G.Hs) RFC 1334 (PAP) ITU-T Rec. I.361 RFC 2364 (PPP over ATM) ITU-T Rec. I.610 RFC 1631 (NAT) IEEE 802.3...
  • Page 90 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Physical and Environmental DC Inputs: Input: 100V ~ 240V AC 50 ~ 60Hz Power Adapter: Output: 9V AC, 1A Power 9 Watts (max) Consumption: Operating 0° to 40° C (32° - 104° F) Temperature: Humidity:...
  • Page 91: Ip Address Setup

    IP Address Setup The DSL-G604T is designed to provide network administrators maximum flexibility for IP addressing on the Ethernet LAN. The easiest IP setup choice in most cases is to let the Router do it using DHCP, which is enabled by default.
  • Page 92: Using Dhcp

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide address (each computer must have a unique address to distinguish it on the network). The IP address scheme used in Example #1 can be used for any LAN that requires up to 253 separate IP addresses (excluding the Router).
  • Page 93: Ip Concepts

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide IP Concepts This appendix describes some basic IP concepts, the TCP/IP addressing scheme and shows how to assign IP Addresses. When setting up the Router, you must make sure it has a valid IP address. Even if you will not use the WAN port (ADSL port), you should, at the very least, make sure the Ethernet LAN port is assigned a valid IP address.
  • Page 94 DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Networks attached to the Internet are assigned class types that determine the maximum number of possible hosts per network. The previous figure illustrates how the net and host portions of the IP address differ among the three classes.
  • Page 95: Subnet Mask

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Subnet Mask In the absence of subnetworks, standard TCP/IP addressing may be used by specifying subnet masks as shown below. IP Class Subnet Mask Class A 255.0.0.0 Class B 255.255.0.0 Class C 255.255.255.0 Subnet mask settings other than those listed above add significance to the interpretation of bits in the IP address.
  • Page 96: Microfilters And Splitters

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Microfilters and Splitters 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 sometimes called (inaccurately) line splitters.
  • Page 97: Line Splitter

    DSL-G604T ADSL Router User’s Guide Line Splitter If you are instructed to use a “line splitter”, you must install the device between the Modem and the phone jack. Use standard telephone cable with standard RJ-11 connectors. The splitter has three RJ-11 ports used to connect to the wall jack, the Modem and if desired, a telephone or telephone device.
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  • Page 102: Registration Card

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