Cisco RV120W User manual

Quick Start Guide
Cisco Small Business
RV 120W Wireless-N VPN Firewall
Package Contents
•Wireless-N VPN Firewall
•Ethernet Cable
•Power Adapter
•Quick Start Guide
•Documentation and Software on CD-ROM

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Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Cisco Small Business RV 120W Wireless-N
VPN Firewall. The Cisco RV 120W provides secure, high-speed wireless
network access and advanced security features for your small business.
This guide describes how to physically install your Cisco RV 120W, start
the Setup Wizard, and launch the web-based Cisco RV 120W
Configuration Utility.
Before You Begin
Before you begin the installation, make sure that you have the following
equipment and services:
Required
•Functional Internet Connection (Broadband DSL or cable modem).
•Ethernet cable for WAN (Internet) connection (provided).
•PC with functional network adapter (Ethernet connection) to run the
Setup Wizard or the configuration utility. The Setup Wizard is supported
on Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and
Windows 7. You must have Microsoft Core XML Services (MSXML)
software installed on the PC to run the Setup Wizard. MSXML is
available from the following location:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/downloads/
The configuration utility is supported on the following web browsers:
– Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 and later
– Mozilla Firefox 3.0 and later
– Apple Safari 3.0 or later.
•Software CD containing the Setup Wizard (provided).
Optional
•Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) to provide backup power to
essential devices (strongly recommended).
•Ethernet cables for LAN interfaces to connect additional devices
(optional).
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Mounting the Cisco RV 120W
You can place your Cisco RV 120W on a desktop or mount it on a wall.
Installation Guidelines
• Ambient Temperature—To prevent the device from overheating, do
not operate it in an area that exceeds an ambient temperature of
104°F (40°C).
•AirFlow—Be sure that there is adequate air flow around the device.
• Mechanical Loading—Be sure that the device is level and stable to
avoid any hazardous conditions.
For desktop placement, place the Cisco RV 120W unit horizontally on a flat
surface so that it sits on its four rubber feet.
Wall Mounting
STEP 1Determine where you want to mount the unit and install two screws
(not supplied) that are 2-7/16 in. apart (approximately 61 mm).
Mounting screws should have a head that is approximately 5.5 mm
in diameter and 2 mm deep, with a shaft that is at least 15.5 mm long
and approximately 3.5 mm wide. (Depending on your mounting
surface, you might require shorter or longer screws, or drywall
anchors.)
Do not mount the screw heads flush with the wall; the screw heads
must fit inside the back of the unit.
STEP 2With the back panel pointing up (if installing vertically), line up the
unit so that the wall-mount slots on the bottom of the unit line up
with the two screws.
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STEP 3Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the unit down
until the screws fit snugly into the wall-mount slots.
Connecting the Equipment
Cisco recommends that you use the Setup Wizard to connect and
configure your Cisco RV 120W. If you do not want to use the setup wizard,
skip to the “Manually Connecting Your System” section on page 11.
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Using the Setup Wizard
Follow these steps to use the Cisco RV 120W Setup Wizard. The Setup
Wizard displays on-screen instructions that guide you through the
installation, but you may find it useful to refer to this document during
installation.
NOTE You must connect one PC with an Ethernet cable for the purpose
of the initial configuration. After you complete the initial configuration,
administrative tasks can be performed using a wireless connection.
Starting the Wizard
STEP 1Make sure that all of the network hardware is powered off, including
the Cisco RV 120W and cable or DSL modem.
STEP 2Insert the CD that shipped with the Cisco RV 120W into the PC you
are using to configure the Cisco RV 120W. The Setup Wizard
automatically begins.
STEP 3Click Start to begin the installation.
STEP 4Click the check box to accept the software license agreement and
click Next.
STEP 5The Setup Wizard verifies the network adapter on your PC is
functional. If you receive an error, view your PC’s network
connections to make sure the network adapter is working and click
Back to test the connection again.
Next:
•If your network adapter is functional and you have not yet connected
your hardware, the Install Router window appears. (See Connecting
Your Hardware, page 6.)
•If your network adapter is functional, you have already connected your
hardware, and your Internet connection has been detected, the Secure
Your Router Settings window appears. (See Configuring Security,
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Connecting Your Hardware
STEP 1You should have an Ethernet cable connecting your PC to your
current cable or DSL modem. Unplug one end of the cable from
your PC and plug it into the port marked “WAN” on the unit. Click
Next.
STEP 2Connect one end of a different Ethernet cable to one of the LAN
(Ethernet) ports on the back of the unit. (In this example, the LAN 2
port is used.) Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on the PC
that is running the Setup Wizard. Click Next.

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STEP 3Power on the cable or DSL modem and wait until the connection is
active.
STEP 4Connect the power adapter to the Cisco RV 120W power port.
Click Next.
CAUTION Use only the power adapter that is supplied with the unit.
Using a different power adapter could damage the unit.
STEP 5Plug the other end of the adapter into an electrical outlet.

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STEP 6On the Cisco RV 120W, push in the ON/OFF POWER SWITCH
button. The Setup Wizard searches for the Cisco RV120W.
The POWER LED on the front panel lights up green when the
power adapter is connected properly and the unit is turned on.
Next:
•If your hardware connection is successful, but the Setup Wizard needs
more information about your Internet connection, the Enter Username
and Password window appears. (See Entering Login and Internet
Connection Information, page 8.)
•If your hardware connection is successful and the Setup Wizard
successfully detects your Internet connection, the Configure Router
window displays. (See Configuring Security, page 10.)
Entering Login and Internet Connection Information
STEP 1Enter the username and password for your Cisco RV120W. The
default username and password are both admin. Click Next.
STEP 2Choose your Internet connection type:
•Te l e p h o n e ( D S L )
•Cable broadband
•I don’t know
Click Next.
STEP 3The Setup Wizard confirms your Internet connection settings. If it
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information about your Internet connection type. You can get this
information from your ISP.
The types of Internet connections are:
•Dynamic (DHCP)—Your PC receives its IP address from your
cable or DSL modem. This address can change.
•Static IP Connection—Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) has
assigned you an IP address that does not change. You will need
this address and some additional information (see Step 4) to
proceed with installation.
•PPPoE—You have a point-to-point connection to the Internet
(used mainly with asymmetric DSL).
•PPTP—Your provider uses point-to-point tunneling protocol
(used in Europe).
•LT 2 P —Your provider uses layer 2 tunneling protocol (used in
Europe).
After selecting your connection type, click Next.
STEP 4If you chose:
•Dynamic (DHCP)—Proceed to Step 5.
•Static IP Connection—Provide your Static IP Address, Subnet
Mask, Gateway IP, DNS, and secondary DNS (optional). This
information comes from your ISP. Click Next after entering the
information.
•PPPoE—Provide your account name (for example,
[e-mail] ) and password. Click Next after entering the
information.
•PPTP (Europe)—Provide your account name (for example,
[e-mail] ), password, and server IP address. Click
Next after entering the information.
•L2TP (Europe)—Provide your account name (for example,
[e-mail]), password, and server IP address. Click
Next after entering the information.
STEP 5The Setup Wizard configures your connection, verifies the router
settings, and checks the network connection. Click Next.
STEP 6To configure your home network, click Next.

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Configuring Security
STEP 1Enter a new Cisco RV 120W administration password and click
Next. For security reasons, you should not use the default
password. Follow these password guidelines:
•Passwords should not contain dictionary words from any
language or the default password.
•Passwords should contain a mix of letters (both upper- and
lowercase), numbers, and symbols.
•Passwords must be at least 8 but no more than 30 characters.
•Password security ratings are shown to the right of the
password you enter, and are rated from weak to secure. Cisco
recommends using a password rated as secure.
STEP 2Enter a name (SSID) for your wireless network and click Next. You
should change the default SSID to a unique name. The SSID is
case-sensitive.
NOTE For added security, disable broadcasting of the SSID. You can
disable SSID broadcast using the configuration utility; see Using
the Configuration Utility, page 12.
STEP 3Select the type of security to use:
Best Security (WPA2)
Strong wireless security that uses a password (security key) to
protect your network. Recommended for most networks. The
devices you connect to your wireless network must support
WPA2; see the support information for your device if you have
questions.
a. Enter a security key (must be at least 8 and no more than 63
characters) or use the randomly-generated one provided by
the Cisco RV 120W. Keys should contain a mix of letters (both
upper- and lowercase), numbers, and symbols. Security key
ratings are shown to the right of the key and are rated from
weak to secure. Cisco recommends using a key rated as
secure.
b. Click Next.