Billion BIPAC-645 User manual

BIPAC-645
DSL/Cable Router Plus ISDN Router
With 4-Port 10/100M LAN Switch
User’s Manual

Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1...............................................................................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................................................1
1.1 An overview of the Router device.......................................................................................................1
1.2 Package contents..................................................................................................................................1
1.3 This Router Features............................................................................................................................1
1.4 This Router Device Application..........................................................................................................2
CHAPTER 2...............................................................................................................................................3
USING THE ROUTER............................................................................................................................3
2.1 Cautions for using the Router..............................................................................................................3
2.2 The front LEDs....................................................................................................................................3
2.3 The rear ports.......................................................................................................................................4
2.4 Cabling.................................................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 3...............................................................................................................................................6
CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................................................6
3.1 Before Configuration...........................................................................................................................6
3.2 Configuring with GUI program.........................................................................................................10
CHAPTER 4.............................................................................................................................................26
REMOTE CONFIGURATION ...............................................................................................................26
4.1 Remote Office Access by ISDN........................................................................................................26
4.2 Advanced Options for Remote Office Access Profiles......................................................................28
4.3 Deleting Remote Office Access Profile.............................................................................................29
CHAPTER 5.............................................................................................................................................31
DIAL-IN USER ACCESS CONFIGURATION.........................................................................................31
5.1 Configuring a Dial-in User Profile....................................................................................................31
5.2 Deleting Dial-in User Profiles...........................................................................................................32
5.3 Packet Filtering..................................................................................................................................32
CHAPTER 6.............................................................................................................................................35
MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................................35
6.1 How to View the Connection Log.....................................................................................................35
6.2 How to Upgrade the Firmware..........................................................................................................35
6.3 How to Reset......................................................................................................................................36
6.4 How to Change the Router Manager Password.................................................................................36
6.5 What if I Forget the Password?..........................................................................................................37
CHAPTER 7.............................................................................................................................................38
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................................................38
APPENDIX A ...........................................................................................................................................42
CONSOLE COMMANDS ......................................................................................................................42
General Guidelines ..................................................................................................................................42
“Express Mode” vs. “Advanced Mode”..................................................................................................43
Conventions.............................................................................................................................................43
Command Categories...............................................................................................................................44
Command List .........................................................................................................................................45

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 An overview of BIPAC-645
BIPAC-645 provides fast Ethernet port for connecting to ADSL modem or Cable modem. It allows all
users in a local network to be quickly and easily connected to high-speed Internet (via DSL or Cable service)
using PPPoE. The ISDN Router is built-in and acts as a backup when the DSL/Cable service fails or if the
service is not available. In addition, BIPAC-645 supports remote ISDN dial-in and remote access.
BIPAC-645 is a small desktop router that sits between your local Ethernet network and a remote network
(For example, the Internet or a remote office). It contains an ISDN S/T interface, a 10 Mbps WAN port, four
10/100 Base-T LAN ports, and an auxiliary port for a directly connected management console.
With BIPAC-645, users don’t need to worry about a shortage of IP address resources. Dozens of network
users can surf on the Internet simultaneously by using one ISP account and a single IP address.
Sitting between your computer and remote network, the device acts as a firewall and protects your
computer from unwanted intruders.
BIPAC-645 supports Bandwidth-on-Demand and Dial-on-Demand. Depending on the data flow through an
open B channel, the device will establish another B channel connection to allow greater data throughput. This
extra line will then be dropped again, once the demand decreases, saving money on phone calls.
1.2 Package contents
1. BIPAC-645
2. AC Power Adapter (9V, 1Amp)
3. RS-232 cable (Null modem type)
4. RJ-45 ISDN cable
5. RJ-45 LAN cable
6. CD containing the on-line manual
7. Quick Start Guide
1.3 BIPAC-645 Features
BIPAC-645 provides the following features
z The 10 Mbps broadband router, equipped with a single ISDN Basic Rate Interface (2B+D) that supports
S/T interface specification, will also support European ISDN requirements.
z Supports remote access functions among branch offices and allows remote users to dial-in to your
network.

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z Supports IP sharing function, allowing multiple users share one internet account.
z Supports industry standard Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP), Multilink PPP, and PPPoE.
z Supports Dial-on-Demand and Bandwidth on Demand function.
z User-friendly management through web-based configurator, telnet management, console port management,
and remote upgrades.
z PAP/CHAP/MS-CHAP, Call Back, IP Packet Filtering, and Caller ID Authentication for firewall security.
z Supports operating systems such as Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME, Mac, Unix and Linux
1.4 This Router Device Application

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Chapter 2
Using BIPAC-645
2.1 Cautions for using BIPAC-645
Do not place BIPAC-645 under high humidity and high temperature.
Do not use the same power source for BIPAC-645 with other equipment.
Do not open or repair the case yourself. If BIPAC-645 is too hot, turn off the power
immediately and have a qualified serviceman repair it.
Place BIPAC-645 on the stable surface.
Only use the power adapter that comes with the package.
2.2 The front LEDs
LED Meaning
1 Power Lit when AC power is connected
2 LAN 1-4 /
ACT/COL Lit Green when connected to a LAN device
Flashes Green when sending/receiving data
Flashes Yellow when collisions happen
3 WAN/
ACT / COL Lit Green when connected to a WAN device
Flashes Green when sending/receiving data
Flashes Yellow when collisions happen
4 PPP Lit when PPPoE connection is activated
5 ISDN / SYNC Lit when ISDN Layer 1 is activated
6 ISDN / B1/B2 Lit Green when B1 channel is activated
Lit Yellow when B2 channel is activated
Lit Green +Yellow when B1 and B2 channels are activated

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2.3 The rear ports
Power
(jack) Connect the supplied power adapter to this jack
Console
(port) Connect the supplied RS-232 cable to this port when connecting to a
PC’s RS-232 port (9-pin serial port).
ISDN So
(RJ-45 connector) Connect an RJ-45 cable to this port when connecting to the ISDN.
LAN 1-4
(RJ-45 connector) Connect an UTP Ethernet cable to this port when connecting to a
LAN such as an office or home network.
WAN
(RJ-45 connector) Connect an UTP Ethernet cable to this port when connecting to
the Internet or making other WAN connections
2.4 Cabling
Now you should be ready to connect your BIPAC-645 on your LAN and WAN or ISDN jacks. Follow
these steps to install:
• Connect the router from EWAN port to an ADSL/cable modem, or attach the ISDN line to the ISDN
connector (S/T interface).
• Connect the PC to the RJ-45 LAN connector. Two or more PCs can connect to a multi-port Hub first
and then uplink (cascade) port on the hub must be connected to LAN port.
• Plug the power adapter into a wall outlet and into the AC connector on the back of BIPAC-645.

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• The Auxiliary connector is only used to connect a terminal to run the Command Line Interface using
the null modem cable. (This is an optional connection.)
• There is a DIPswitch located on the rear panel for setting the terminating resistor.
You only need to adjust this switch if there are two or more external ISDN equipments attached to the local
telephone line.

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Chapter 3
Configuration
3.1 Before Configuration
This section describes the configuration required by LAN-attached PCs that communicate with BIPAC-645,
either to configure the BIPAC-645, or for network access. These PCs must have an Ethernet interface installed
properly, be connected to the BIPAC-645 either directly or through an external repeater hub, and have TCP/IP
installed and configured to obtain an IP address through a DHCP server.
Directly connect a Windows OS to the BIPAC-645. If TCP/IP is not already installed, follow the steps
below for its installation.
Any TCP/IP capable workstation can be used to communicate with or through
BIPAC-645. To configure other types of workstations, please consult the
manufacturer’s documentation
Configuring PC in Windows 95/98/ME
1. Go to Start/Settings/Control
Panel. In the Control Panel
double-click on Network and
choose the Configuration tab.
2. Select TCP/IP -> NE2000
Compatible, or any Network
Interface Card (NIC) in your
PC.

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3. Select the Obtain an IP
address automatically radio
button.
4. Then select the DNS
Configuration tab.
5. Select the Disable DNS radio
button and click OK to finish
the configuration.

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Configuring PC in Windows NT4.0
1. Go to Start/Settings/ Control
Panel. In the Control Panel
double-click on Network and
choose the Protocols tab.
2. Select TCP/IP Protocol and
click Properties.
3. Select the Obtain an IP
address from a DHCP server
radio button and click OK.

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Configuring PC in Windows 2000
1. Go to Start/Settings/Control
Panel. In the Control Panel
double-click on Network and
Dial-up Connections.
2. Double-click Local Area
Connection.
3. In the Local Area Connection
Status window click
Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) and click Properties.

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5. Select the Obtain an IP
address automatically and the
Obtain DNS server address
automatically radio buttons.
6. Click OK to finish the
configuration.
3.2 Configuring with GUI program
3.2.1 Using Different Browsers for BIPAC-645
To configure your BIPAC-645, you can use a popular browser, such as Netscape 4.x and Internet Explorer
5.x. The following describes how to use it to start “Local Router Manager” through IE or Navigator.
Netscape Navigator 4.x:
In the Location box (where you normally enter the URL address), enter the default private IP address
of this BIPAC-645 followed by hitting the return key:
http://192.168.168.230
Internet Explorer 5.x:
In the Address box (where you normally enter the URL address), enter the default private IP address
of this BIPAC-645 followed by hitting the return key:
http://192.168.168.230
3.2.2 Password
A password screen will ask you to log on after you enter the default IP address described above. If you are
logging on for the first time, you should accept the factory default password (which is “password”). The
password is always displayed as a string of asterisks (“*”). Clicking the Log On button will begin the
Configurations for BIPAC-645.

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The next time you log in, even if you have modified the password, the default password (“password”) will
still be used as the default. You need to change it to the correct password before you will be let in. No matter
what password you use, each character will always be displayed as a “*”. If you forget the password, you need
to follow the steps described in the later chapter to be able to log on.
After you clicking
Log On, the following screen will display, and you must select either ISDN or EWAN
as interface for Internet Access. Click Next to proceed the configuration. Please see the following context for
details.
3.2.3 Customize User Interface
When you enter into the main configuration window, click “Customize User Interface” in the SYSTEM
TOOLS Menu on the left side of the screen, allowing you to customize Local Router Manager to suit your
own specific needs: The selections you make determine what configuration menus and buttons will appear in
the screen. For example, if you select Basic Internet Access only, the interface will only display buttons that
you need for basic Internet access.
If you subsequently use Local Router Manager to configure BIPAC-645 for other applications, you can
return to this screen to “re-customize” your interface by selecting Customize User Interface from the
SYSTEM TOOLS Menu.

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Basic Internet Access
Select this option if you need basic Internet access. This will enable you to configure Internet Access for all
of your LAN users. There are two Internet access interface selections provided by BIPAC-645: through ISDN or
through EWAN.
Internet Access with Advanced Configuration
Select this option if you want to configure advanced options, such as changing the private IP address (for
example, when you intend to create your own private WAN between multiple routers), or adding a public IP
address (for example, when you want to install servers on the LAN which are accessible from the Internet).
Access to/from Remote Site (e.g., Branch Office)
Select this option if you want to create connections to other LAN sites, that is, users at each site can share
resources. If you use Windows PCs, for example, then from Network Neighborhood facility, you can access
files from remote PCs directly. This feature is valid only when you select ISDN as interface for Internet access.
Dial-in Access for Off-Site Users
Select this option if you want to allow users on a stand-alone computer to dial in and access resources on
your network. This feature is valid only you select ISDN as interface for Internet access.
Click
Next when you have selected the options you want. The quantity of selections is not limited but
step-by-step configuration is recommend.
3.2.4 Basic Internet Access Configuration via EWAN
EWAN is Ethernet WAN port that you can use xDSL/Cable modem via internet
access.
This section describes the steps to set configuration for Basic Internet Access via EWAN.
You will find that BIPAC-645 is optimized for Basic Internet Access. You don’t need to understand, to
apply for or to assign any IP addresses in your entire network. BIPAC-645 does these things for you
automatically. You need to configure each device on your LAN in a uniform way described in Chapter 2.

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What is Basic Internet Access? It means accessing the Internet, surfing the web, accessing a remote FTP
server (to send or receive files), and sending and receiving e-mail. These are the tasks that users perform most.
When you apply for an account with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you will be given the username,
password, and other necessary information. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: When you logon, select Customize User Interface in the SYSTEM TOOLS Menu. Accept the
Basic Internet Access selection and click Next. The following window will be displayed , and select “ I
use Internet access over EWAN “. Click Next.
Step 2: Click EWAN in the CONFIGURATION Menu.
First you need to make a decision about Obtain IP Address Automatically. Available options are via
PPP over Ethernet, via DHCP, or No. If you choose No go to step 3. If you choose via DHCP go to step
4, and if you choose via PPP over Ethernet go to step 5. If you choose via PPTP, go to step 6.
Step 3: If you choose No for the selection of Obtain IP Address Automatically. The following screen
will be displayed. Enter the following information and then Click Apply.

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Profile Name: the name that you will use to identify this Internet access profile.
EWAN IP Address: the IP address of your EWAN.
EWAN IP Netmask: the IP Netmask of your EWAN.
ISP Gateway IP Address: the IP Address of your ISP Gateway
Primary DNS IP Address: the IP Address of your Primary DNS.
Secondary DNS IP Address: the IP Address of your Secondary DNS
Step 4: If you choose via DHCP for the selection of Obtain IP Address Automatically. The following
screen will be displayed. Enter the following information and then Click Apply.
Profile Name: the name that you will use to identify this Internet access profile.
(Optional) Host Name (System Name): the Host Name provided by your system.
Step 5: If you choose via PPP over Ethernet for the selection of Obtain IP Address Automatically. The
following screen will be displayed. Enter the following information and then Click Apply and Test.

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Profile Name: the name that you will use to identify this Internet access profile
Obtain IP Addresses Automatically: get the IP Address via PPP over Ethernet. Some DSL-based ISPs
use PPPoE to establish communications with an end-user. If you are connected to the Internet through a
DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE
ISP Account Name: the username of your ISP account
ISP Account Password: the password of your ISP account
(Optional) Service Name: Enter the Service Name provided by your ISP if it is required.
(Optional) Access Concentrator Name: Enter the Access Concentrator Name provided by your ISP if it
is required.
Idle Timeout (0-3600 seconds): The default value of the idle timeout is 120 seconds. It represents the
number of seconds of inactivity over the connection: when this value is reached, BIPAC-645 will
disconnect the connection. You can change the idle timeout value to anything between 0 to 3600 seconds.
But if you select 0, the connection never times out.
Step 6: If you choose via PPTP for the selection of Obtain IP Address Automatically. The following
screen will be displayed. Enter the following information and then click Apply and Test.
When you click Apply or Apply and Test, BIPAC-645 connects to your Internet Service
Provider. Watch the Message Window for any messages. When the test is successful,
your users will be ready to access the Internet.
3.2.5 Basic Internet Access Configuration via ISDN
This section describes the steps to set configurations for Basic Internet Access via ISDN. When you apply
for an account with your Internet Service Provider (ISP), you will be given the necessary information, including
your account name, account password, and the ISP’s local access ISDN telephone number. Have these available
and then follow the steps below.
Step 1: When you logon, select Customize User Interface in the SYSTEM TOOLS Menu. Accept the
Basic Internet Access selection and click Next. The configuration window will be displayed,

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Step 2: Select I use Internet Access over ISDN and then click Next.
Step 3: Select ISDN in the Configuration Menu and the following screen will appear.
Step 4: Select the ISDN switch type that your ISP will tell you.
Step 5: Select the number of the directory phone numbers and enter the directory phone numbers in the
corresponding blanks.
Step 6: Enter the following information:
Remote Phone Number: the ISDN telephone number of your ISP.
ISP Account Name: the username of your ISP account.
ISP Account Password: the password of your ISP account.
Step 7: Click Apply and Test.
After the successful Apply and Test, any users in the LAN should restart their PC. Now you can surf in the
Web, receive E-mails, or transmit files. For more advanced configurations, refer to the following context.
3.2.6 Internet Access with Advanced Configuration

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After completing basic Internet access configurations via ISDN, now you can set advanced ISDN
Configuration if you back to the Local Router Manager screen and select Internet Access with Advanced
Configuration.
Step 1: After entering the following parameters as the way described in the previous section. Click
Advanced.
Step 2: The following configuration window will appear.
Step 3: Set Multilink Usage parameters. This determines how the device utilizes the two B channels for
your Internet connection. Available options are:
One B Channel Only:
Two B Channels Only When Needed:
Always two B Channels:
Step 4: Select Data Service. Available options are Data Over Voice Channel, 64K , 56K , and Auto.
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Step 5: Enter Remote Sub Address Number if necessary.
Step 6: Select STAC compression option.
Step 7: Set Idle Timeout number. The range is from 0 to 3600 seconds.
Step 8: Select Advice of Charge Support option and enter the Unit Price and Currency in the
corresponding blanks if the selection is Yes.
Step 9: Click OK to return to the main configuration screen and skip to next step. Otherwise click
Alternative Number if there is one or more alternative remote phone numbers. Enter the alternative
remote phone number in the corresponding blanks. Then press OK to return to the previous screen. Again
press OK to back to main configuration screen.
Step 10: Click Apply and Test
After the test is successful, BIPAC-645 will disconnect from your ISP. If it is not
successful, make any necessary changes based on progress messages that appear in the
message window, and try again.
3.2.7 IP Configuration for Internet Access
Using IP options in the Menu Window, you can assign a public IP address to the BIPAC-645, modify the
private IP address, DNS addresses, and enable or disable DHCP.
Step 1: Select Internet Access with Advanced Configuration from Local Router Manager. Then click IP
from the Menu Window.
Step 2: The Advanced Internet Access Setup screen appears: