Billion BIPAC 6500W User manual

BIPAC 6500W
Wireless
Broadband VPN Firewall Router
with 4-port 10/100M Switch
User Manual

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Table of Content
Chapter 1................................................................................................................................1
1.1 An Overview of BIPAC 6500W..................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Package Contents........................................................................................................................................ 2
1.3 BIPAC 6500W Features............................................................................................................................... 2
1.4 BIPAC 6500W Application........................................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Cautions for Using BIPAC 6500W................................................................................................................ 5
2.2 The Front LEDs............................................................................................................................................ 5
2.3 The Rear Ports............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.4 Cabling.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 3................................................................................................................................7
3.1 Before Configuration..................................................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Factory Default Settings............................................................................................................................. 14
3.2.1 Password............................................................................................................................................. 14
3.2.2 LAN and WAN Port Addresses............................................................................................................ 15
3.3 Information from ISP................................................................................................................................... 15
3.4 Configuring with Web Browser................................................................................................................... 16
3.4.1 Main Navigation Pane ......................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.2 Quick Start........................................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.3 Configuration ....................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4.3.1 LAN............................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4.3.2 Wireless........................................................................................................................................ 21
3.4.3.3 WAN ............................................................................................................................................. 22
3.4.3.4 System.......................................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.3.4.1 Password............................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.3.4.2 Time Zone.............................................................................................................................. 26
3.4.3.4.3 Upgrade................................................................................................................................. 27
3.4.3.4.4 Factory Setting ...................................................................................................................... 27
3.4.3.5 Firewall ......................................................................................................................................... 28
3.4.3.5.1 Packet Filter........................................................................................................................... 28
3.4.3.5.2 MAC Filter.............................................................................................................................. 30
3.4.3.5.3 Block Hacker Attack .............................................................................................................. 31
3.4.3.5.4 Block WAN Request.............................................................................................................. 32
3.4.3.5.5 URL Blocking......................................................................................................................... 33
3.4.3.6 VPN .............................................................................................................................................. 35
3.4.3.7 Virtual Server................................................................................................................................ 35
3.4.3.8 Advanced...................................................................................................................................... 37
3.4.3.8.1 Remote Config....................................................................................................................... 37
3.4.3.8.2 Dynamic Routing................................................................................................................... 37
3.4.3.8.3 Static Routing........................................................................................................................ 38
3.4.3.8.4 Dynamic DNS........................................................................................................................ 39
3.4.3.8.5 Check Email........................................................................................................................... 40
3.4.3.8.6 UPnP ..................................................................................................................................... 40
3.4.3.9 Help .............................................................................................................................................. 41
3.4.4 Status................................................................................................................................................... 42
3.4.4.1 System Status .............................................................................................................................. 42
3.4.4.2 Device Info.................................................................................................................................... 44
3.4.4.3 System Logs................................................................................................................................. 45
3.4.4.4 Security Logs................................................................................................................................ 45
3.4.4.5 ARP Cache Table......................................................................................................................... 46
3.4.4.6 DHCP Table.................................................................................................................................. 46
3.4.4.7 Routing Table............................................................................................................................... 47
3.4.4.8 VPN Connect Status..................................................................................................................... 47
Chapter 4..............................................................................................................................49

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How to do a factory reset?................................................................................................................................ 49
Why do I get IP conflict information in my computer?...................................................................................... 49
Why won't my Internet application work?......................................................................................................... 50
Can I upgrade the gateway’s firmware?........................................................................................................... 50
Can I set a fixed IP address on my PC? .......................................................................................................... 50
Is there a tool to check my PC’s TCP/IP settings in MS Windows?................................................................. 50
How can I test the whole path (PC←→Router←→outside world) to make sure it works fine?....................... 52
How can I check the active IP settings for my WAN port?............................................................................... 53
Where can I find the WAN port’s MAC address?............................................................................................. 53
How can I explore a local server to be visible to outside users?...................................................................... 53
What is DMZ host?........................................................................................................................................... 54
How to configure my MacOS to surf Internet through the BIPAC 6500W?...................................................... 54
How can I do if I forget the password for accessing Router?........................................................................... 54
How can I do if there is already a DHCP server in LAN?................................................................................. 54
How many PCs can share this single BIPAC 6500W simultaneously?............................................................ 55
Which connection method should I select in WAN-ISP setting window?......................................................... 55
APPENDIX A.........................................................................................................................56
APPENDIX B.........................................................................................................................57

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Chapter 1
Introduction
1.1 An Overview of BIPAC 6500W
BIPAC 6500W Wireless Broadband VPN Firewall Router functions as an IEEE 802.3 Ethernet-
based router. It provides four 10/100Mbps Dual Speed Ethernet ports and among a 11Mbps
wireless network for connection to a home or small office 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. First, 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 and reboot. Each time local
machine is powered up; the router 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. BIPAC 6500W Wireless Broadband VPN Firewall Router
2. One CD containing the on-line manual and application program
3. One Quick Start Guide
4. One CAT5 cable
5. One power adapter
6. One 802.11b (11Mbps) wireless PCMCIA or USB adaptor (optional)
7. One quick start guide for the above wireless adaptor (optional)
8. One CD containing the driver or utility for the above wireless adaptor (optional)
1.3 BIPAC 6500W Features
BIPAC 6500W provides the following features:
Network Protocols and Features
• PPPoE, PPTP and DHCP client connection to ISP
• NAT, static routing and RIP-1/2
• Supports multiple Application Level Gateway (ALG) algorithms for multimedia applications,
such as ICQ, NetMeeting, MS Messenger, QUAKE, Real Player, etc.
• Universal Plug and Play compliant (UPnP)
• Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS)
• Virtual Server and DMZ
• SNTP and DNS relay
Management
• Easy Web-based GUI for remote and local management
• Firmware upgraded and configuration data upload and download via Web-based GUI
• Support DHCP server to manage local IP network easily
• Real-time attack alert and system log
Firewall
• Built-in NAT firewall

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• Prevent DoS attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Smurf Attack, Ping of Death, TCP
SYN Flooding, etc.
• Packet filtering – port, source IP address, destination IP address, MAC address
• URL filtering – string or domain name detection in URL string
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
• Embedded IPSec & PPTP client
• Embedded L2TP and L2TP over IPSec (future release)
• IKE key management
• DES and 3DES encryption for IPSec
• L2TP/PPTP/IPSec pass through

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1.4 BIPAC 6500W Application
Be noted, the router provides a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port (10Base-T) in the
WAN site, it will not detect MDI and MDIX automatically. Therefore, an
Ethernet cross-over cable should be used to connect to DSL/CABLE modem.

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Chapter 2
Using BIPAC 6500W
2.1 Cautions for Using BIPAC 6500W
Do not place the router under high humidity and high temperature.
Do not use the same power source for the router with other equipment.
Do not open or repair the case yourself. If the router is too hot, turn off the power
immediately and have a qualified serviceman repair it.
Place the router on the stable surface.
Only use the power adapter that comes with the package.
2.2 The Front LEDs
LED Meaning
1 Power Lit green when power ON.
2 SYS Lit when system is ready.
3
4
WLAN
LAN 1
5 LAN 2
6 LAN 3
7 LAN 4
Lit green when wireless connection is
established.
Flashes when sending/receiving data.
Lit green when connected at 100 Mbps.
Lit orange when connected at 10 Mbps.
Flashes when sending/receiving data.
8 WAN Lit green when connected at 100 Mbps.
Lit orange when connected at 10 Mbps.
Flashes when sending/receiving data.

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9 PPP/Mail
Lit green when PPPoE or PPTP
connection is established.
Lit orange when there is email in the
email account
Flashes orange when upgrading
firmware.
2.3 The Rear Ports
WAN
(RJ-45
connector)
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
(RJ-45
connector)
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.
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
3-6 seconds: no action
6 seconds or above: restore to factory default
settings (this is used when you can not login to
the router, e.g. forgot the password)
PWR
(jack) Connect the supplied power adapter to this jack.
Power
Switch A Power ON/OFF switch
2.4 Cabling
Please refer to section 1.4 “BIPAC 6500W 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 LAN Link and WAN Link LEDs are lit. If they are not, verify that you are using
the proper cables.

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Chapter 3
Configuration
BIPAC 6500W can be configured with your Web browser. The web browser is included as a
standard application in following operation systems, UNIX, Linux, Mac OS, Windows
95/98/NT/2000/Me/XP, etc. 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
the router, either to configure the device, or for network access. These PCs must have an
Ethernet interface installed properly, be connected to the router either directly or through an
external repeater 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 the router.
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 the router.
Please follow the steps below for PC’s network environment installation. First of all, please
check your PC’s network components. 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
the router. 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.

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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 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.

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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 the router, you need to know the following default settings.
1. Web Configurator
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 6500W maintains the
password only. It means the router only checks the password even you enter characters in the
User Name field.
If you ever forget the password to log in, you should contact the dealer where you
bought this product.

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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. This IP
address is assigned by
ISP.
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, obtain an IP address automatically or PPTP client.
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)
PPTP Client
Username, password, PPTP server’s IP address and 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 this 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 :
 Quick Start
 Configuration (LAN, WAN, Firewall, System, VPN, Virtual Server, Advanced and Help)
 Status (System Status, Device Info, System Logs, Security Logs, ARP Cache Table,
DHCP Table, Routing Table and VPN Connect Status)