Billion BIPAC 6600 User manual

BIPAC 6600
Broadband Firewall Router
User Manual

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1............................................................................................1
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................1
1.1 An Overview of BIPAC 6600.......................................................................................1
1.2 Package Contents.......................................................................................................2
1.3 BIPAC 6600 Features .................................................................................................2
1.4 BIPAC 6600 Application..............................................................................................3
Chapter 2............................................................................................4
USING BILLION BROADBAND ROUTER..................................................................4
2.1 Cautions for Using Billion Broadband Router..............................................................4
2.2 The Front LEDs...........................................................................................................4
2.3 The Rear Ports............................................................................................................5
2.4 Cabling........................................................................................................................6
Chapter 3............................................................................................7
CONFIGURATION.................................................................................................7
3.1 Before Configuration ...................................................................................................7
3.2 Factory Default Settings............................................................................................13
3.2.1 Password...........................................................................................................13
3.2.2 LAN and WAN Port Addresses ..........................................................................14
3.3 Information from ISP .................................................................................................14
3.4 Configuring with Web Browser..................................................................................15
3.4.1 Status.................................................................................................................16
3.4.1.1 Routing Table........................................................................................16
3.4.1.2 DHCP Table ..........................................................................................17
3.4.1.3 System Log............................................................................................18
3.4.1.4 Security Log...........................................................................................18
3.4.1.5 UPnP Portmap.......................................................................................19
3.4.2 Quick Start.........................................................................................................20
3.4.3 Configuration......................................................................................................21
3.4.3.1 LAN .......................................................................................................21
3.4.3.1.1 Ethernet..............................................................................................21
3.4.3.1.2 DHCP Server......................................................................................22
3.4.3.2 WAN......................................................................................................23
3.4.3.2.1 ISP......................................................................................................23
3.4.3.2.2 DNS....................................................................................................25
3.4.3.3 System...................................................................................................26
3.4.3.3.1 Time Zone ..........................................................................................26
3.4.3.3.2 Firmware Upgrade..............................................................................27
3.4.3.3.3 Backup/Restore Settings....................................................................28
3.4.3.3.4 Default Setting....................................................................................28
3.4.3.3.5 Restart................................................................................................29
3.4.3.3.6 User Management..............................................................................30
3.4.3.4 Firewall..................................................................................................30
3.4.3.4.1 Packet Filtering...................................................................................30
3.4.3.4.2 URL Filtering.......................................................................................32
3.4.3.4.3 MAC Address Filtering........................................................................33

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3.4.3.4.4 Intrusion Detection..............................................................................34
3.4.3.4.5 Block WAN Request...........................................................................35
3.4.3.5 Virtual Server.........................................................................................35
3.4.3.5.1 Port Forwarding..................................................................................36
3.4.3.5.2 Port Mapping......................................................................................37
3.4.3.5.3 DMZ....................................................................................................38
3.4.3.6 Advanced...............................................................................................38
3.4.3.6.1 Static Route........................................................................................38
3.4.3.6.2 Dynamic DNS.....................................................................................40
3.4.3.6.3 Device Management...........................................................................41
3.4.3.6.4 HELP..................................................................................................41
Chapter 4..........................................................................................43
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................................43
Problems Starting Up the Broadband Router..................................................................43
Problems with the LAN Interface.....................................................................................43
Why do I get IP conflict information in my computer? .....................................................43
Why won't my Internet application work?........................................................................44
Can I upgrade the gateway’s firmware?..........................................................................44
Can I set a fixed IP address on my PC? .........................................................................44
Is there a tool to check my PC’s TCP/IP settings in MS Windows? ................................44
How can I test the whole path (PC←→Router←→outside world) to make sure it works
fine? ................................................................................................................................46
How can I check the active IP settings for my WAN port?...............................................47
Where can I find the WAN port’s MAC address? ............................................................47
How can I explore a local server to be visible to outside users?.....................................47
What is DMZ host?..........................................................................................................48
How to configure my MacOS to surf Internet through BIPAC 6600?...............................48
How can I do if I forget the password for accessing Router? ..........................................48
How can I do if there is already a DHCP server in LAN?................................................48
How many PCs can share this single BIPAC 6600 simultaneously?...............................49
Which connection method should I select in WAN-ISP setting window?.........................49
APPENDIX ........................................................................................50
PRODUCT SUPPORT AND CONTACT INFORMATION...............................................50

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 An Overview of BIPAC 6600
BIPAC 6600 functions as an IEEE 802.3 Ethernet-based router. It provides four 10/100Mbps
Dual Speed Ethernet ports for connection to a home network and one 10/100Mbps Ethernet
port for a DSL Modem, Cable Modem, or other broadband access device.
The product is an integrated Internet IP sharing device with a built-in 4-port 10/100Mbps Base-T
N-Way Ethernet switch. It is the perfect solution to connect a small group of PCs to a high-
speed broadband Internet connection. Multi-users can have high-speed Internet access
simultaneously via one single IP address of the Cable/xDSL modem.
This product also serves as an Internet firewall, protecting your network from being accessed by
outside users. Not only provide the natural firewall function (Network Address Translation, NAT),
it also provides rich firewall features to secure user’s network. All incoming data packets are
monitored and filtered. Besides, it can also be configured to block internal users from
accessing to the Internet.
The product provides three levels of security support. Firstly, it masks LAN users’ IP addresses
which are invisible to outside users on the Internet, making it much more difficult for a hacker to
target a machine on your network. Secondly it can block and redirect certain ports to limit the
services that outside users can access. For example, to ensure that games and other Internet
applications will run properly, user can open some specific ports for outside users to access
internal services in network. Finally it can also detect and block many Hacker Patterns and not
allow hacker into your network.
Integrated DHCP services, client and server, allow up to 253 users to get their IP addresses
automatically on boot up from the product. Simply set local machines as a DHCP client to
accept a dynamically assigned IP address from DHCP server. Each time local machine is
powered up; BIPAC 6600 will recognize it and assign an IP address to instantly connect it to the
LAN.
For advanced users, Virtual Server function allows the product to provide limited visibility to local
machines with specific services for outside users. An ISP provided IP address can be set to the
product and then specific services can be rerouted to specific computers on the local network.
For instance, a dedicated web server can be connected to the Internet via the product and then
incoming requests for HTML that are received by the product can be rerouted to the dedicated
local web server, even though the server now has a different IP address. In this example, the
product is on the Internet and vulnerable to attacks, but the server is protected.
Virtual Server can also be used to re-task services to multiple servers. For instance, the
product can be set to allow separated FTP, Web, and Multiplayer game servers to share the
same Internet-visible IP address while still protecting the servers and LAN users from hackers.

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1.2 Package Contents
1. Billion BIPAC 6600 Broadband Firewall Router
2. One CD-ROM containing online manual
3. One Quick Start Guide
4. One CAT-5 straight LAN cable
5. One power adapter
1.3 BIPAC 6600 Features
BIPAC 6600 Broadband Firewall Router provides the following features:
 Multi-Protocol to Establish A Connection: Supports PPP over Ethernet (RFC 2516) and
DHCP client to establish a connection with ISP.
 Quick Installation Wizard: Supports a WEB GUI page to install this device quickly. With
this wizard, an end user can enter the information easily which they receive from the ISP,
then surf the Internet immediately.
 Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) and UPnP NAT Traversal: This protocol is used to
enable simple and robust connectivity among stand-alone devices and PCs from many
different vendors. It makes network simple and affordable for users. UPnP architecture
leverages TCP/IP and the Web to enable seamless proximity networking in addition to
control and data transfer among networked devices. With this feature enabled, users can
now connect to Net meeting or MSN Messenger seamlessly.
 Network Address Translation (NAT): Allows multi-users to access outside resource such
as Internet simultaneously with one IP address/one Internet access account. Besides,
many application layer gateway (ALG) are supported such as NetMeeting, PPTP pass-
through, IPSec pass-through, etc.
 Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS): The Dynamic DNS service allows you to alias
a dynamic IP address to a static hostname. This dynamic IP address is the WAN IP
address. For example, to use the service, you must first apply an account from this free
Web server http://www.dyndns.org/. There are more than 5 DDNS servers supported.
 PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE): Provides embedded PPPoE client function to establish a
connection. Users can get greater access speed without changing the operation concept,
sharing the same ISP account and paying for one access account. No PPPoE client
software is required for local computer. The Automatic Reconnect and Disconnect Timeout
(Idle Timer) functions are provided, too.
 Virtual Server: User can specify some services to be visible from outside users. The
router can detect incoming service request and forward it to the specific local computer to
handle it. For example, user can assign a PC in LAN acting as WEB server inside and
expose it to the outside network. Outside user can browse inside web server directly while
it is protected by NAT. A DMZ host setting is also provided to a local computer exposed to
the outside network, Internet.
 Firewall: Supports SOHO firewall with NAT technology. Automatically detects and blocks
the Denial of Service (DoS) attack. The URL-blocking and packet filtering are also
supported. The hacker’s attack will be recorded associated with timestamp in the security
logging area.

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 Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) client and server: In the WAN site, the DHCP
client can get an IP address from the Internet Server Provider (ISP) automatically. In the
LAN site, the DHCP server can allocate multiple clients IP addresses and distribute them
including IP address, subnet mask as well as DNS IP address to local computers. It
provides an easy way to manage the local IP network.
 Rich Packet Filtering: Not only filter the packet based on IP address, but also based on
Port numbers and MAC address. It will increase the performance in LAN and WAN, also
provide a higher-level security control
 SNTP: An easy way to get the network real time information from an SNTP server.
 Web based GUI: Supports web based GUI for configuration and management. It is user-
friendly and comes with on-line help. It also supports remote management capability for
remote users to configure and manage this product.
1.4 BIPAC 6600 Application

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Chapter 2
Using Billion Broadband Router
2.1 Cautions for Using Billion Broadband Router
Do not place the router under high humidity and high temperature.
Do not use the same power source for the device with other equipment.
Do not open or repair the case yourself. If the device is too hot, turn off the power
immediately and have a qualified serviceman repair it.
Avoid using this product and all accessories outdoors.
Place the product on the stable surface.
Only use the power adapter that comes with the package.
2.2 The Front LEDs
LED Meaning
PWR Lit green when power adapter is connected.
SYS When lit, it indicates that the device is ready.
WAN Lit green when connected at 100 Mbps.
Lit orange when connected at 10 Mbps.
Flashes when sending/receiving data.
PPP Lit green when PPPoE connection is established
LAN1
LAN2
LAN3
LAN4
Lit green when the relevant LAN link is connected.

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2.3 The Rear Ports
Port Meaning
PWR Connect the supplied power adapter to this jack.
RESET
After the device is powered on, press it to reset the device or restore to
factory default settings.
0-3 seconds: reset the device
6 seconds above: restore to factory default settings (this is used when
you can not login to the router, e.g. forgot the password)
WAN Connect an UTP Ethernet cable to this port when connecting to a hub.
Connect a crossover cable to this port when connecting to a DSL/Cable
bridge or modem for establishing WAN connections.
LAN
(1x-4x)
Connect an UTP Ethernet cable to these four ports when connecting to
a LAN of 10Mbps or 100Mbps such as an office or home network.

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2.4 Cabling
Through Ethernet Port
Please refer to section 1.4 “BIPAC 6600 Application” first; it gives a clear cable
connection diagram.
The most common problem associated with Ethernet is bad cabling. Make sure that all
connected devices are turned on. On the top of the product is a bank of LEDs, as a first
check, verifies that the relevant LAN Link and WAN Link LEDs are lit. If they are not,
verify that you are using the proper cables.
As long as the cables are connected and the LEDs are lit normally, follow section “3.2
Configuring the Network Properties” below to modify the network settings.
Since the product cannot auto-detect whether your cable is correct or not, please make
sure you are using the right cable to a PC or a Hub.

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Chapter 3
Configuration
BIPAC 6600 can be configured with your Web browser. The web browser is included as a
standard application in following Operation Systems, Windows 95/98/NT/2000/Me/XP, Mac,
Unix and Linux. The product provides a very easy and user-friendly interface for configuration.
3.1 Before Configuration
This section describes the configuration required by LAN-attached PCs that communicate with
BIPAC 6600, either to configure the device, or for network access. These PCs must have an
Ethernet interface installed properly, be connected to BIPAC 6600 either directly or through a
hub, and have TCP/IP installed and configured to obtain an IP address through a DHCP server
or a fixed IP address which must be in the same subnet of BIPAC 6600. The default IP address
of router is 192.168.1.254 and subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. The best and easy way is to
configure the PC to get an IP address from BIPAC 6600.
Please follow the steps below for PC’s network environment installation. Before taking the first
step, please check your PC’s network components. If your PC connects the Broadband Router
through Ethernet port, the TCP/IP protocol stack and Ethernet network adapter must be
installed. If not, please refer to MS Windows relative manuals.
Any TCP/IP capable workstation can be used to communicate with or through
BIPAC 6600. To configure other types of workstations, please consult the
manufacturer’s documentation.
Configuring PC in Windows XP
1. Go to Start / Control Panel (in
Classic View). In the Control Panel,
double-click on Network
Connections.
2. Double-click Local Area Connection.

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3. In the Local Area Connection
Status window, click Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
and click Properties.
5. Select the Obtain an IP address
automatically and the Obtain DNS
server address automatically radio
buttons.
6. Click OK to finish the configuration.

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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.
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 the name of your
Network Interface Card (NIC) in your
PC.
3. Click Properties.

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4. Select the IP Address tab. In this
page, click the Obtain an IP address
automatically radio button.
5. Then select the DNS Configuration
tab.
6. 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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3.2 Factory Default Settings
Before you configure this device, you need to know the following default settings.
1. Web Configuration
Password : <BLANK>
BLANK means user does not need to input any characters.
2. Device IP Network settings in LAN site
IP Address: 192.168.1.254
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
3. ISP setting in WAN site
Obtain an IP address automatically
4. DHCP server
DHCP server is enabled.
IP address pool from IP Address: 192.168.1.100 to IP Address: 192.168.1.199
3.2.1 Password
The password is left blank as the default setting. When configuring your router with Web
browser, just click “OK”, and then you are logged in for the first time. It is recommended that
you set a password for security and management purpose. BIPAC 6600 maintains the
password only. It means BIPAC 6600 only checks the password even you enter characters in
the User Name field.
If you ever forget the password to log in, you may press the RESET button up to 2
seconds to restore the factory default settings.

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3.2.2 LAN and WAN Port Addresses
The parameters of LAN and WAN ports are pre-set in the factory. The default values are
shown below.
LAN Port WAN Port
IP address 192.168.1.254
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
DHCP server
function Enabled
IP addresses for
distribution to PCs
100 IP addresses continuing from
192.168.1.100 through 192.168.1.199
(Actually, it can supports up to 253
users.)
Obtain an IP address
automatically. ISP
assigns this IP address.
3.3 Information from ISP
Before you start configuring this device, you have to check with your ISP what kind of service is
provided such as PPPoE, Fixed IP, and obtain an IP address automatically.
Gather the information as illustrated in the following table and keep it for reference.
PPPoE
Username, Password, Service Name, Domain Name System (DNS)
IP address (it can be automatically assigned from ISP or be set
fixed)
Fixed IP IP address, Subnet mask, Gateway address, Domain Name System
(DNS) IP address (it is fixed IP address)
Obtain an IP
Address
Automatically
Domain Name System (DNS) IP address (it can be automatically
assigned from ISP or be set fixed)

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3.4 Configuring with Web Browser
Open the web browser, enter the local port IP address of the Broadband Router, which default
at 192.168.1.254, and click “Go” to get the login page.
No user name is required. The default password is left blank. If you have set a password, enter
that and click “OK” to continue.
At the configuration homepage, the left navigation pane where bookmarks are provided links
you directly to the desired setup page, including:
 Status (Routing Table, DHCP Table, System Log, Security Log, UPnP Portmap)
 Quick Start
 Configuration (LAN, WAN, System, Firewall, Virtual Server, Advanced)

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3.4.1 Status
This section provides useful information for users to review the system status of device. The
Status includes hardware version, Gateway information, LAN and WAN IP, and Port status, etc.
LOGOUT: Logout the device when you finish configuring the router.
RESTART: In case the router stops responding correctly or in some other way stops functioning,
you can perform the reboot. Your setting won’t be changed. Performing the reboot, click on the
Restart button.
3.4.1.1 Routing Table
Display the current routing paths of BIPAC 6600