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Allnet ALL0279DSL User Manual

Adsl2+ modem router/802.11g/802.11b wireless access point/adsl modem/nat router/wps/4-port switching hub
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ADSL2+ Modem Router
802.11g/802.11b Wireless Access Point
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  • Page 1 ALL0279DSL/ALL0279DSLA ADSL2+ Modem Router 802.11g/802.11b Wireless Access Point ADSL Modem NAT Router 4-Port Switching Hub User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................... 1 Wireless ADSL Router Features..................1 Package Contents ......................4 Physical Details........................5 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................7 Requirements........................7 Procedure ........................... 7 CHAPTER 3 SETUP ........................ 9 Overview ..........................9 Configuration Program ....................11 Setup Wizard ........................
  • Page 3 Routing ..........................87 Upgrade Firmware ......................91 CHAPTER 8 MODEM MODE....................92 Overview .......................... 92 Management Connections ....................92 Home Screen ........................93 Mode Screen........................94 Operation ......................... 94 Status Screen........................95 APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................97 Overview .......................... 97 General Problems ......................

  • Page 4: Chapter 1 Introduction

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

  • Page 5: Advanced Internet Functions

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • IPoA, PPPoE, PPPoA, Direct Connection Support. The Wireless ADSL Router supports all common connection methods. • Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the Wireless ADSL Router can test your ADSL and Internet connection to determine the connection method used by your ISP.

  • Page 6: Lan Features

    Introduction • WPS Support. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can simplify the process of setting up and configuring security on the wireless network by using the push button configuration (PBC) on the device, or entering a PIN code. LAN Features • 4-Port Switching Hub.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    The following items should be included. If any of these items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. • The Wireless ADSL Router Unit • 1Cat-5 Ethernet cable for ALL0279DSLA (AnnexA) / 2 Cat-5 Ethernet cable for ALL0279DSL (AnnexB) • 1 RJ-11 (ADSL) cable • Power Adapter •...

  • Page 8: Physical Details

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

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

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

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless ADSL Router. Requirements • Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors. • TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs. • For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and a DSL connection. •...

  • Page 11: Check The Leds

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 2. Connect LAN Cables Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless ADSL Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously. If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable. Any LAN port on the Wireless ADSL Router will automatically function as an "Uplink"...

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless ADSL Router. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure for: • Internet Access • LAN configuration • Wireless setup • Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data. PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Con- figuration.
  • Page 13 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Use any of the following Administration Configuration Chapter 7 settings or features: Advanced Administration • PC Database • Config File • Logs • E-mail • Diagnostics • Remote Admin • Routing • Upgrade Firmware...

  • Page 14: Configuration Program

    Setup Configuration Program The Wireless ADSL Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: •...

  • Page 15: Setup Wizard

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide If you can't connect If the Wireless ADSL Router does not respond, check the following: • The Wireless ADSL Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: •...
  • Page 16 Setup 3. On the VC1 screen, shown below, enter the VPI and VCI values provided by your ISP, then click "Next". Figure 6: Setup Wizard - VC1 Figure 7: Setup Wizard - Internet Access 4. On the Internet Access Screen, shown above, select the correct connection type, as used by your ISP.

  • Page 17: Configuring Vcs

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Connection Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic Your IP Address is allocated Often, none. IP Address automatically, when you con- Some ISP's may require you to nect to you ISP. use a particular Hostname or Domain name, or MAC (physical) address.
  • Page 18 Setup To Configure additional VCs 1. Start the Setup Wizard again. 2. On the first screen, select VC2, and click "Next" 3. Configure the VC setup screen as described below, then click "Next". Figure 8: Setup Wizard - VC2 Setup Wizard VC Screen The VC number is displayed To use this VC, you must enable it by checking this checkbox.

  • Page 19: Home Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 9: Home Screen Main Menu The main menu, on the top, contains links to the most-commonly used screen.

  • Page 20: Lan Screen

    Setup LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 10: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the Wireless ADSL 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 21: What Dhcp Does

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DHCP What DHCP Does A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request. • The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots). •...

  • Page 22: Wireless Screen

    Setup Wireless Screen The Wireless ADSL Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations. Note that the Wireless ADSL Router will automatically accept both 802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature. To change the Wireless ADSL Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
  • Page 23 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Data - Wireless Screen Identification Select the correct domain for your location. It is your responsibility to Region ensure: • That the Wireless ADSL Router is only used in domains for which is licensed. • That you select the correct domain, so that only the legal channels for that domain can be selected.
  • Page 24 Setup Access Point Enable this if you want to use Wireless Access Point function. Enable Wireless Access Point If disabled, no Wireless stations can use the Access Point function, and all connections must be made via the wired LAN. Allow access Use this feature to determine which Wireless stations can use the Access Point.

  • Page 25: Wireless Security

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Security This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen. There are 4 options for Wireless security: • Disabled - no data encryption is used. • WEP - The 802.11b standard. Data is encrypted before transmission, but the encryption system is not very strong.
  • Page 26 Setup Data - WEP Screen Authentication Normally this can be left at the default value of "Auto". If that fails, select the appropriate value - "Open System" or "Shared Key." Check your wireless card's documentation to see what method to use. Select the WEP Encryption level: Key Size •...
  • Page 27 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Figure 14: WPA2-PSK Data - WPA2-PSK Screen Enter the PSK (network key). Data is encrypted using a key derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63 characters in length.
  • Page 28 Setup Encryption The encryption method is TKIP. Wireless Stations must also use TKIP. WPA2-802.1x Wireless Security Figure 16: WPA2-802.1x Data - WPA2-802.1x Screen Server Address Enter the name or IP address of the Radius Server on your network. Enter the port number used for connections to the Radius Server. Radius Port This is used for the Client Login on the Radius Server.

  • Page 29: Trusted Wireless Stations

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Trusted Wireless Stations This feature can be used to prevent unknown Wireless stations from using the Access Point. This list has no effect unless the setting Allow access by trusted stations only is enabled. To change the list of trusted wireless stations, use the Set Stations button on the Wireless screen.
  • Page 30 Setup >> Delete a Trusted Wireless Station from the list (move to the "Other Stations" list). • Select an entry (or entries) in the "Trusted Stations" list. • Click the " >> " button. Edit Use this to change an existing entry in the "Trusted Stations" list: 1.

  • Page 31: Password Screen

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

  • Page 32: Mode Screen

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

  • Page 33: Chapter 4 Pc Configuration

    Chapter 4 PC Configuration This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • TCP/IP network settings • Internet Access configuration • Wireless configuration Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless ADSL Router.

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

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: 1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following: Figure 21: 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 22: IP Address (Win 95) Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows: Using DHCP...
  • Page 35 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless ADSL Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless ADSL Router. Figure 23: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98) •...

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

    PC Configuration Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. Figure 25: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP 2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
  • Page 37 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 26: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address 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 38 PC Configuration Figure 27 - 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 39: Checking Tcp/Ip Settings - Windows

    Wireless ADSL 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 29: Network Configuration (Win 2000) 3.

  • Page 40: Using Dhcp

    PC Configuration 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 ADSL Router will act as a DHCP Server.

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

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP 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 31: Network Configuration (Windows XP) 3.
  • Page 42 PC Configuration Figure 32: 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 ADSL Router will act as a DHCP Server.
  • Page 43 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista 1. Select Control Panel - Network Connections. 2. Right click the Local Area Connection Status and choose Properties. Click Continue to the User Account Control dialog box, then you should see a screen like the following: Figure 33: Network Configuration (Windows Vista) 3.
  • Page 44 PC Configuration Figure 34: TCP/IP Properties (Windows Vista) 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. To work correctly, you need a DHCP server on your LAN. Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address") If your PC is already configured for a fixed (specified) IP address, no changes are required.

  • Page 45: For Windows Xp

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Internet Access To configure your PCs to use the Wireless ADSL Router for Internet access: • Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional. • Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN, rather than by a Dial-up connection.

  • Page 46: Macintosh Clients

    PC Configuration Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless ADSL Router. The proce- dure 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 47: Wireless Station Configuration

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Wireless Station Configuration This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless ADSL Router's Access Point, regardless of the operating system which is used on the client. To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless ADSL Router, each Wireless Station must have compatible settings, as follows: Mode The mode must be set to Infrastructure (rather than Ad-hoc)
  • Page 48 PC Configuration Figure 36 Wireless Networks (Windows XP) If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless ADSL Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed. See the following section "If the SSID is not listed" for details of dealing with this situation. 4.
  • Page 49 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide To connect: • Check the checkbox Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure. • The Connect button will then be available. Click the Connect button, and wait a few seconds for the connection to be established.
  • Page 50 PC Configuration Figure 39: Advanced - Wireless Networks Select the SSID for the Wireless ADSL Router, and click Configure, to see a screen like the following: Figure 40: Wireless Network Properties - WEP Configure this screen as follows: • Set Network Authentication to match the Wireless ADSL Router. (If the setting on the Wireless ADSL Router is "Auto", then either Open or Shared can be used.) •...
  • Page 51 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the default key value used on the Wireless ADSL Router. (Windows will determine if 64bit or 128bit encryption is used.) • The Key index must match the default key index on the Wireless ADSL Router. The default value is 1.
  • Page 52 PC Configuration If using WPA-PSK Data Encryption If WPA-PSK data encryption has been enabled on the Wireless ADSL Router, it does not matter which network is selected on the screen below. Just click the Advanced button. Figure 42: Wireless Networks (Windows XP) You will then see a screen like the example below.
  • Page 53 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 44: Wireless Network Properties- WPA-PSK Configure this screen as follows: • Set Network Authentication to WPA-PSK. • For Data Encryption, select TKIP. • For the Network key and Confirm network key, enter the network key (PSK) used on the Wireless ADSL Router.
  • Page 54 PC Configuration Figure 45: Preferred Networks Click OK to establish a connection to the Wireless ADSL Router. If the SSID is not listed If the "Broadcast SSID" setting on the Wireless ADSL Router has been disabled, its SSID will NOT be listed on the screen below. Figure 46: Wireless Networks (Windows XP) In this situation, you need to obtain the SSID from your network administrator, then follow this procedure:...
  • Page 55 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide 1. Click the Advanced button to see a screen like the example below. Figure 47: Unlisted Wireless Network 2. Click the Add button. You will see a screen like the example below. Figure 48: Add Wireless Network 3.
  • Page 56 PC Configuration • If using data encryption (WEP or WPA-PSK), enter the key used on the Wireless ADSL Router. See the preceding sections for details of WEP and WPA-PSK. • Uncheck the options The key is provided for me automatically and This is a com- puter-to-computer (ad hoc) network.

  • Page 57: Chapter 5 Operation And Status

    Chapter 5 Operation and Status This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless ADSL Router and the status screens. For Details of operation in Bridge (Modem) mode, see Chap- ter 8 - Modem Mode. Operation - Router Mode Once both the Wireless ADSL Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required.
  • Page 58 Operation and Status Data - Status Screen ADSL Modem Status This indicates the status of the ADSL modem component. Displays the speed for the DownStream Connection. DownStream Connection Speed UpStream If connected, displays the speed for the Up Stream (upload) ADSL Connection.
  • Page 59 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide fier). The current region, as set on the Wireless screen. Region Channel This shows the Channel currently used, as set on the Wireless screen. Wireless AP This indicates whether or not the Wireless Access Point feature is enabled.

  • Page 60: Connection Status - Pppoe & Pppoa

    Operation and Status Connection Status - PPPoE & PPPoA If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) or PPPoA (PPP over ATM), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 51: PPPoE Status Screen Data - PPPoE/PPPoA Screen Connection Time This indicates how long the current connection has been estab-...

  • Page 61: Connection Details - Dynamic Ip Address

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Connection Details - Dynamic IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a Dynamic IP address, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 52: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Dynamic IP address Internet...

  • Page 62: Connection Details - Fixed Ip Address

    Operation and Status Connection Details - Fixed IP Address If your access method is "Direct" (no login), with a fixed IP address, a screen like the follow- ing example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked. Figure 53: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address Data - Fixed IP address Screen Internet IP Address...

  • Page 63: Chapter 6 Advanced Features

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

  • Page 64: Url Filter

    Advanced Features • If the DMZ feature is enabled, you must enter the IP address to be used as the "DMZ PC". The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, mak- ing it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only enable the DMZ feature when required.
  • Page 65 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Data - URL Filter Screen Current Filter Strings The list contains the current list of items to block. Current Filter Strings • To add to the list, use the "Add" option below. • To delete an entry, select it and click Delete button. •...

  • Page 66: Dynamic Dns (Domain Name Server)

    Advanced Features Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address. This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.
  • Page 67 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide DDNS Data Host Name Enter the domain name allocated to you by the DDNS Service. If you have more than one name, enter the name you wish to use. Enter your Username for the DDNS Service. (TZO.com uses your E- User Name mail address.) Password...

  • Page 68: Options

    Advanced Features 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 57: Options Screen Data - Options Screen Internet •...

  • Page 69: Schedule

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Schedule This Schedule can be used for the Firewall Rules and the URL filter. Figure 58: Schedule Screen Data - Schedule Screen Schedule Each day of the week can be scheduled independently. Session 1 Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. Session 2 can be left blank if not required.
  • Page 70 Advanced Features period. If you prefer to use a particular NTP server as the primary NTP Use this NTP server, check the checkbox "Use this NTP Server" and enter the Server Server's IP address in the fields provided. If this setting is not enabled, the default NTP Servers are used. Current Time This displays the current time on the Wireless ADSL Router, at the time the page is loaded.

  • Page 71: Port Trigger

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Trigger If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the Wireless ADSL Router's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Port Trigger". The Port Trigger screen can be reached by clicking the Port Trigger on the screen.
  • Page 72 Advanced Features • Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you send Outgoing data to the remote system or service. Ports • Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the application server, for data you send to it. If the applica- tion uses a single port number, enter it in both the "Start"...

  • Page 73: Port Forward

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Forward This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally, Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because: • Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address. •...
  • Page 74 Advanced Features IP Address Enter the desired IP address. Use this to Enable or Disable support for this Server, as required. Enabled...

  • Page 75: Port Range Forward

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Port Range Forward This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet applications. Figure 61: Port Range Forwarding Screen Data - Port Range Forwarding Screen Port Range Forwarding Application Enter the desired application type. Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the Start application server.

  • Page 76: Qos

    Advanced Features The QoS (Quality of Service) feature allows you specify priorities for different traffic. Lower priority traffic will be slowed down to allow greater throughput or less delay for high priority traffic. An example QoS screen is shown below. Figure 62: QoS Screen Data - QoS Screen QoS Setting...
  • Page 77 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide • Applications: Category • Add a New Application (Once selected, please complete the following setups.) • Ip/Net: Enter the IP address. • Rate: Enter the desired rate value. • Priority: Select the desired option (High, Normal, Low) •...

  • Page 78: Chapter 7 Advanced Administration

    Chapter 7 Advanced Administration This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu. Overview Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to provide additional options for advanced users.

  • Page 79: Pc Database

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide PC Database The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). • It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. • Also, you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN. However, if you do use a fixed IP address on some devices on your LAN, you should enter details of each such device into the PC database, using the PC Database screen.
  • Page 80 Advanced Administration Reserved IP Database This screen is displayed if the "Reserved IPs" button on the PC Database is clicked. It pro- vides more control than the standard PC Database screen. Figure 64: Reserved IP Database Data - Reserved IP Database This lists all current entries.
  • Page 81 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Update Selected Update (modify) the selected PC, using the data in the "Properties" box. Clear Form Clear the "Properties" box, ready for entering data for a new PC. <Back Click this to view the standard PC Database screen.

  • Page 82: Config File

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

  • Page 83: Logs

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Logs The Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless ADSL Router. This data is useful for troubleshooting, but enabling all logs will generate a large amount of data and adversely affect performance. Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Wireless ADSL Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
  • Page 84 Advanced Administration Buttons There are three (3) buttons • Refresh - Update the log data. • Clear Log - Clear the log, and restart it. This makes new messages easier to read. • Send Log - E-mail the log immediately. This is only func- tional if the E-mail screen has been configured.

  • Page 85: E-Mail

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide E-mail This screen allows you to E-mail Logs and Alerts. A sample screen is shown below. Figure 67: E-mail Screen Data - E-mail Screen E-Mail Notification Turn E-mail Check this box to enable this feature. If enabled, the E-mail address Notification on information (below) must be provided.
  • Page 86 Advanced Administration User Name If you have enabled "My SMTP Mail Server requires authentication" above, enter the User Name required to login to your SMTP Server. If you have enabled "My SMTP Mail Server requires authentication" Password above, enter the password required to login to your SMTP Server. E-mail Alerts Send E-mail alerts You can choose to have alerts E-mailed to you, by checking the...

  • Page 87: Diagnostics

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Diagnostics This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems. An exampleDiagnostics screen is shown below. Figure 68: Diagnostics Screen Data - Diagnostics Screen Ping IP Address Enter the IP address you wish to ping.

  • Page 88: Remote Administration

    Advanced Administration Remote Administration If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless ADSL Router via the Internet. Figure 69: Remote Administration Screen Data - Remote Administration Screen Remote Administration Enable Remote Check to allow administration/management via the Internet. (To Management connect, see below).
  • Page 89 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide dresses as practical. To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser. 2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Wireless ADSL Router.

  • Page 90: Routing

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

  • Page 91: Configuring Other Routers On Your Lan

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Figure 70: Routing Screen Data - Routing Screen RIP Direction Select the desired RIP Direction. Choose the RIP Version for the Server. RIP Version Static Routing This list shows all entries in the Routing Table. Static Routing Table Entries •...
  • Page 92 Advanced Administration Local Router The local router is the Router installed on the same LAN segment as the Wireless ADSL Router. This router requires that the Default Route is the Wireless ADSL Router itself. Typi- cally, routers have a special entry for the Default Route. It should be configured as follows. Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation.
  • Page 93 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 (Wireless ADSL Router's local Router) Metric Entry 2 (Segment 2) Destination IP Address 192.168.2.0 Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C) Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 Metric For Router A's Default Route Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0 Network Mask 0.0.0.0...

  • Page 94: Upgrade Firmware

    Advanced Administration Upgrade Firmware The firmware (software) in the Wireless ADSL Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade Firmware on the Administra- tion menu. You will see a screen like the following. Figure 72: Router Upgrade Screen To perform the Firmware Upgrade: 1.

  • Page 95: Chapter 8 Modem Mode

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

  • Page 96: Home Screen

    Modem Mode Home Screen If in Modem mode, the home screen will look like the example below. Figure 73: Home Screen - Modem Mode Note that the menu has changed, many of the options in Router mode are not available. The screens available are: •...

  • Page 97: Mode Screen

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Mode Screen This screen is change back to Router mode, if desired. Figure 74: Mode Screen Data - Mode Screen Device Name This field displays the current name of this device. Select the desired device mode for the router: Device Mode •...

  • Page 98: Status Screen

    Modem Mode Status Screen In Modem mode, the Status screen looks like the example below. Figure 75: Status Screen - Bridge Mode Data - Status Screen (Bridge Mode) ADSL Modem Status This indicates the status of the ADSL modem component. DownStream Displays the speed for the DownStream Connection.
  • Page 99 Wireless ADSL Router User Guide ADSL Details Click this button to open a sub-window and view the details of each VC (Virtual Circuit). The IP Address of the Wireless ADSL Router. IP Address Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above. MAC Address This shows the MAC Address for the Wireless ADSL Router, as seen on the LAN interface.

  • Page 100: Appendix A Troubleshooting

    Appendix A Troubleshooting This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions. Overview This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless ADSL Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Wireless ADSL Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further advice.

  • Page 101: Wireless Access

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the Wireless ADSL Router. The Wireless ADSL Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not Solution 2: transparent. For incoming connections, you must use the Virtual Server or Firewall Rules to specify the PC which will receive the incoming traffic.
  • Page 102 Appendix A - Troubleshooting Your environment may tend to block transmission between the wireless stations. This will mean high access speed is only possible when close to the Wireless ADSL Router.

  • Page 103: Appendix B About Wireless Lans

    Appendix B About Wireless LANs This Appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: • Ad-hoc • Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an Access Point or a wired (Ethernet) LAN. Wireless Sta- tions (e.g.

  • Page 104: Channels

    Appendix B - About Wireless LANs Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. • Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA and Canada, 11 channels are available.

  • Page 105: Wpa/Wpa2-802.1X

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide WPA/WPA2-802.1x This version of WPA2 requires a Radius Server on your LAN to provide the client authentica- tion according to the 802.1x standard. Data transmissions are encrypted using the WPA/WPA2 standard. If this option is used: •...

  • Page 106: Appendix C Specifications

    -10° C to 70° C Network Protocol: TCP/IP 4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection Network Interface: 1 * RJ11 for ADSL line (if ALL0279DSLA) 1 * RJ45 for ADSL line (if ALL0279DSL) LEDs Power Adapter 12VDC 1A External Wireless Interface Standards IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g WLAN...

  • Page 107: Regulatory Approvals

    Wireless ADSL Router User Guide Regulatory Approvals FCC Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 108 The safety advice in the documentation accompanying the products shall be obeyed. The conformity to the above directive is indicated by the CE sign on the device. The ALLNET ALL0279DSL/ALL0279DSLA ADSL2+ Modem Router conforms to the European Directives R&TTE 1999/5/EC, and Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC)”.

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