Ovislink AirLive WL-5404AR User Manual

802.11g 54 mbps wireless router 95mbps nat throughput 4 x 10/100mbps lan port
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AirLive WL-5404AR
802.11G 54 Mbps Wireless Router
95Mbps NAT Throughput
4 x 10/100Mbps LAN port
User's Manual
WL-5404AR QSG V.1.0
August , 2003
Copyright © OvisLink Corp.

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  • Page 1 AirLive WL-5404AR 802.11G 54 Mbps Wireless Router 95Mbps NAT Throughput 4 x 10/100Mbps LAN port User’s Manual WL-5404AR QSG V.1.0 August , 2003 Copyright © OvisLink Corp.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION................1 Wireless Router Features ....................1 Package Contents ......................3 Physical Details........................4 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ................. 6 Requirements........................6 Procedure ........................... 6 CHAPTER 3 SETUP ....................8 Overview ..........................8 Configuration Program ....................9 Setup Wizard ........................
  • Page 4 Logs........................... 72 MAC Address ........................74 Routing ..........................75 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ..............79 Overview .......................... 79 General Problems ......................79 Internet Access......................... 79 Wireless Access ........................ 80 APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS ............81 Modes ..........................81 BSS/ESS..........................81 Channels...........................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and ca- pabilities. Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Router is a multi- function device providing the following services: • Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
  • Page 6: Advanced Internet Functions

    Wireless Router User Guide Advanced Internet Functions • Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included. • Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall.
  • Page 7: Package Contents

    Introduction Security Features • Password - protected Configuration . Optional password protection is provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings. • Wireless LAN Security . WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is supported, as well as Wireless access control to prevent unknown wireless stations from accessing your LAN. •...
  • Page 8: Physical Details

    Wireless Router User Guide Physical Details Front Panel Figure 2: Front Panel Color Status Indicator Power Green On - Power on. Off - No power. Blinking - during start up. Red – Hardware error Orange (10M) Internet On - Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN (Internet) port is established.
  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Introduction Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel This button has two (2) functions: Reset Button • Reboot. When pressed and released, the Wireless Router will reboot (restart). • Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
  • Page 10: Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless 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 either of a DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage) •...
  • Page 11: Check The Leds

    Installation 2. Connect LAN Cables Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously. 3. Connect WAN Cable Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Wireless Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem.
  • Page 12: Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless 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 Con- figuration.
  • Page 13: Configuration Program

    Setup Configuration Program The Wireless 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: • Netscape V4.08 or later •...
  • Page 14 Wireless Router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless Router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: •...
  • Page 15: Setup Wizard

    Setup Setup Wizard The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default setting are restored.) 1. Step through the Wizard until finished. • You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP.
  • Page 16: Singtel Ras

    Wireless Router User Guide • PPTP Mainly used in Europe. PPTP Server IP Address. • User name and password. You connect to the ISP only when required. The IP address • IP Address allocated to is usually allocated automati- you, if Static (Fixed). cally, but may be Static (Fixed).
  • Page 17: Home Screen

    Setup Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in the future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: Home Screen Navigation & Data Input •...
  • Page 18: Lan Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. The example screen is shown below. Figure 6: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the Wireless Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range.
  • Page 19: Using Another Dhcp Server

    Setup 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). • The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as allocating an IP Address.
  • Page 20: Wireless Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Screen The Wireless Access Point settings must match the other Wireless stations. To change the Wireless Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 7: Wireless Screen Data - Wireless Screen Identification...
  • Page 21: Wep Screen

    Setup • WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) status will display "Enabled" or WEP data "Disabled", depending on whether WEP is being used. If used, encryption data is Encrypted before being transmitted, making communica- tion more secure. • Click the "Configure WEP" button to access the WEP sub-screen, and view or change the WEP settings.
  • Page 22 Wireless Router User Guide Data - WEP Screen WEP Data Encryption WEP Data Select the option to match other Wireless Stations: Encryption • Disable - data is NOT encrypted before being transmitted. • 64 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before being transmitted.
  • Page 23: Password Screen

    Setup Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router. Figure 9: Password Screen Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Router (on the Password screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.) Figure 10: Password Dialog •...
  • Page 24: 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 Router.
  • Page 25: Using Dhcp

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: 1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 11: Network Configuration 2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card. 3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following. Figure 12: IP Address (Win 95/98) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP...
  • Page 26 Wireless Router User Guide • Under the IP Address tab, set to "Specify an IP address” and set the IP Address to “192.168.1.129". It is recommended that the last part (octet) of each IP address be se- quential starting with 129 for the first computer, then if you are setting static IP’s on multiple computers, 130 for the next computer, and so on for each computer on your net- work.
  • Page 27 PC Configuration Figure 15: DNS Tab (Win 95/98)
  • Page 28: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Nt

    Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 16: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
  • Page 29 PC Configuration Figure 17: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address 3. Select the network card for your LAN. 4. 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 30 Wireless Router User Guide Figure 18 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway 2. 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 31 PC Configuration Figure 19: Windows NT4.0 - DNS...
  • Page 32: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows

    Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000: 1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 20: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.
  • Page 33 PC Configuration Figure 21: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000) 5. 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 Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 34: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows Xp

    Wireless Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 22: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3.
  • Page 35 PC Configuration Figure 23: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP) 5. 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 Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 36: Internet Access

    Wireless Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless 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 37: Macintosh Clients

    PC Configuration Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Router. The procedure is as follows. 1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel. 2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu. 3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank.
  • Page 38: Wireless Station Configuration

    Wireless Router User Guide Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure.
  • Page 39: Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Router and the status screens. Operation Once both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required: •...
  • Page 40 Wireless Router User Guide Figure 24: Status Screen Data - Status Screen Internet This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup Connection Method Wizard. This shows the connection status of the modem. Broadband Modem Internet Connection Current connection status: •...
  • Page 41: Connection Status - Pppoe

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPPoE If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 25: PPPoE Status Screen Data - PPPoE Connection The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices Physical Address on the Internet.
  • Page 42: Connection Log Messages

    Wireless Router User Guide • The most common messages are listed in the table below. • The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Re- fresh button will update the messages shown on screen. Buttons Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP. Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
  • Page 43: Connection Status - Pptp

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPTP If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 26: PPTP Status Screen Data - PPTP Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet.
  • Page 44: Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond

    Wireless Router User Guide Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read Clear Log new messages. Refresh Update the data on screen. Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond An example screen is shown below.
  • Page 45: Connection Details - Singtel Ras

    Operation and Status • If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be used to break the connection. • Normally, it is not necessary to use the Connect and Discon- nect buttons unless the setting "Connect automatically, as required" is disabled. Connection Log •...
  • Page 46 Wireless Router User Guide Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.) IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
  • Page 47: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 29: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Internet The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on...
  • Page 48 Wireless Router User Guide Fixed (Static) IP address, this button has no effect. Button will display • EITHER If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for "Release" the Wireless Router, this button will say "Renew". Clicking the "Renew"...
  • Page 49: Advanced Features

    Chapter 6 Advanced Features This Chapter explains when and how to use the Wireless Router's "Advanced" Features. Overview The following advanced features are provided. • Advanced Internet • Communication Applications • Special Applications • • URL filter • Access Control •...
  • Page 50: Advanced Internet Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. • Communication Applications • Special Applications • • URL filter An example screen is shown below. Figure 31: Internet Screen Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Wireless Router.
  • Page 51: Special Applications

    Advanced Features Special Applications 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 Router's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Special Application". Special Applications Screen This screen can be reached by clicking the Special Applications button on the Internet screen.
  • Page 52: Using A Special Application

    Wireless Router User Guide Data - Special Applications Screen Checkbox Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required. Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application. • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data Incoming from the special application or service.
  • Page 53: Url Filter

    Advanced Features URL Filter The URL Filter allows you to block access to undesirable Web site • To use this feature, you must define "filter strings". If the "filter string" appears in a requested URL, the request is blocked. • Enabling the URL Filter also affects the Internet Access Log.
  • Page 54: Access Control

    Wireless Router User Guide Access Control This feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Overview The Access Control feature allows administrators to restrict the level of Internet Access avail- able to PCs on your LAN. With the default settings, everyone has unrestricted Internet access. To use this feature: 1.
  • Page 55 Advanced Features Data - Access Control Screen Group Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the settings for the selected Group. Groups are named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be re- named.
  • Page 56: Group Members Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Edit Service List If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service list, click this button to open the "Services" screen. Save Save the data on screen. Cancel Reverse any changes made since the last "Save". View Log Click this to open a sub-window where you can view the "Access Control"...
  • Page 57: Default Schedule Screen

    Advanced Features Default Schedule Screen This screen is displayed when the Define Schedule button on the Access Control screen is clicked. • This schedule can be (optionally) applied to any Access Control Group. • Blocking will be performed during the scheduled time (between the "Start" and "Finish" times.) •...
  • Page 58: Services Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 37: Access Control - Services Data - Services Screen Available Services Available Services This lists all the available services. "Delete"...
  • Page 59: Access Control Log

    Advanced Features Save Add a new entry to the Service list, using the data shown in the "Add New Service" area on screen. Cancel Clear the " Add New Service " area, ready for entering data for a new Service. Access Control Log To check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is provided.
  • Page 60: Remote Management

    Wireless Router User Guide Remote Management This feature allows you to manage the Wireless Router via the Internet. Figure 38: Remote Management Screen Data - Remote Management Screen Remote Management Enable Remote Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device Management will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet.
  • Page 61: Virtual Servers

    Advanced Features Virtual Servers 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 62: Virtual Servers Screen

    Wireless Router User Guide Virtual Servers Screen The Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Virtual Servers link on the Advanced screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 40: Virtual Servers Screen This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers. Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties"...
  • Page 63: Defining Your Own Virtual Servers

    Advanced Features Buttons Defaults This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the pre- defined Servers to use their default port numbers. Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set OFF. Update Selected Update the current Virtual Server entry, using the data shown in the "Properties"...
  • Page 64: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    Wireless Router User Guide Connecting to the Virtual Servers Once configured, anyone on the Internet can connect to your Virtual Servers. They must use the Internet IP Address (the IP Address allocated to you by your ISP). e.g. http://203.70.212.52 ftp://203.70.212.52 It is more convenient if you are using a Fixed IP Address from your ISP, rather than Dynamic.
  • Page 65: Dynamic Dns Screen

    Advanced Features Dynamic DNS Screen Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following: Figure 41: DDNS Screen Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Service • DDNS Service You must sign up first to create a new account before using the service.
  • Page 66: Upgrade Firmware

    Wireless Router User Guide Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade on the Advanced menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 42: Upgrade Firmware Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.
  • Page 67: Advanced Configuration

    Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration This Chapter explains the settings available via the Advanced configuration section of the "Advanced" 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 68: Pc Database

    Wireless Router User Guide PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It elimi- nates the need to enter IP addresses. Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN.
  • Page 69 Advanced Configuration Data - PC Database Screen This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type. Known PCs The "type" indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN. Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this matches the PC's "hostname".
  • Page 70 Wireless Router User Guide PC Database (Admin) This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Administration" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 44: PC Database (Admin) Data - PC Database ( Admin) Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries.
  • Page 71 Advanced Configuration Select the appropriate option MAC Address • Automatic discovery - Select this to have the Wireless Router contact the PC and find its MAC address. This is only possible if the PC is connected to the LAN and powered On. •...
  • Page 72: Options

    Wireless 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 45: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Backup DNS...
  • Page 73 Advanced Configuration • If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via this Allow Internet device. access to be • If Disabled, UPnP users can NOT disable Internet access via this disabled device. But currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP.
  • Page 74: Security

    Wireless Router User Guide Security This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options. Figure 46: Security Screen Data - Security Screen Firewall If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and Enable DoS blocked. The default is enabled. It is strongly recommended that this Firewall setting be left enabled.
  • Page 75 Advanced Configuration Options The ICMP protocol is used by the "ping" and "traceroute" programs, Respond to and by network monitoring and diagnostic programs. ICMP • If checked, the Wireless Router will repond to ICMP packets received from the Internet. • If not checked, ICMP packets from the Internet will be ignored.
  • Page 76: Logs

    Wireless Router User Guide Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless 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 Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 77 Advanced Configuration E-mail Logs You can choose to have the logs E-mailed to you, by enabling either or both checkboxes. If enabled, the Log will sent to the specified E-mail address. The interval between E-mails is deter- mined by the "Send" setting. Send Select the desired option for sending the log by E-mail.
  • Page 78: Mac Address

    Wireless Router User Guide MAC Address The MAC (hardware) address is a low-level network identifier. It may be called "MAC Ad- dress", "Hardware Address", or "Physical Address". On a PC, this address is associated with the Network card or adapter. The address on the MAC Address screen is the address on the Internet (WAN port) interface, and has no effect on the LAN interface.
  • Page 79: Routing

    Advanced Configuration Routing Overview • If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely. • If the Wireless Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing"...
  • Page 80: Static Routing

    Wireless Router User Guide Figure 49: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen Enable RIP Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Wireless Router. The Wireless Router supports RIP 1 only. Static Routing Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Table Entries •...
  • Page 81: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Advanced Configuration Buttons Save Save the RIP setting. This has no effect on the Static Routing Table. Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is ignored, and has no effect.
  • Page 82 Wireless Router User Guide Static Routing - Example Router A (192.168.1.80) (192.168.0.100) Segment 1 Segment 0 (192.168.1.xx) (192.168.0.xx) Wireless Router B Gateway (192.168.2.70) (192.168.1.90) (192.168.0.1) Segment 2 (192.168.2.xx) Figure 50: Routing Example For the Wireless Router's Routing Table For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Wireless Router requires 2 entries as follows.
  • Page 83: 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 Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.
  • Page 84: Wireless Access

    Wireless Router User Guide The Wireless Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not Solution 2: transparent. Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applications which do not function correctly. If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should work with almost every application, but: •...
  • Page 85: 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 86: Channels

    Wireless 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 channel are available.
  • Page 87: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications 54Mbps 802.11g Cable/DSL Wireless Router Model Wireless Router Dimensions 189mm(W) * 122mm(D) * 27mm(H) Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP Network Interface: 5 Ethernet: 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection 1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for WAN Wireless interface Wireless Access Point via built-in wireless module.
  • Page 88: Fcc Statement

    Wireless Router User Guide 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions.

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