Cisco WRT350N User manual

Model No.
Gigabit Router with
Wireless-N
WRT350N
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
Storage Link

Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link
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TableofContents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4
Network Layout 5
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link 6
The Back Panel 6
The Front Panel 7
The Top Panel 7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link 8
Hardware Installation 8
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link 9
Overview 9
How to Access the Web-based Utility 11
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 11
The Setup Tab - DDNS 17
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 19
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 20
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 23
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 26
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 27
The Security Tab - Firewall 29
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 30
The Storage Tab - Disk 31
The Storage Tab - Share 32
The Storage Tab - Administration 33
The Storage Tab - Media Server 35
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy 37
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Single Port Forwarding 39

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The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding 40
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Range Triggering 41
The Applications & Gaming Tab - DMZ 42
The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 43
The Administration Tab - Management 46
The Administration Tab - Log 48
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 49
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 50
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 51
The Status Tab - Router 52
The Status Tab - Local Network 53
The Status Tab - Wireless 54
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 55
Common Problems and Solutions 55
Frequently Asked Questions 63
Appendix B: Wireless Security 69
Security Precautions 69
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 69
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 72
Appendix D: Windows Help 73
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your
Ethernet Adapter 74
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 74
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 75
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 75
Appendix F: Glossary 76
Appendix G: Specifications 81
Appendix H: Warranty Information 83
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 84
Appendix J: Contact Information 90

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ListofFigures
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel 6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 7
Figure 3-3: The Router’s Top Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connect the USB cable 8
Figure 4-2: Connect the internet 8
Figure 4-3: Connect the ethernet 8
Figure 4-4: Connect the power 8
Figure 5-1: Router Login 11
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup (Automatic Configuration - DHCP) 11
Figure 5-3: Static IP 12
Figure 5-4: PPPoE 12
Figure 5-5: PPTP 13
Figure 5-6: Telstra Cable 14
Figure 5-7: L2TP 14
Figure 5-8: DHCP Reservation 16
Figure 5-9: Setup Tab - DynDDNS.org 17
Figure 5-10: Setup Tab - TZO.com 18
Figure 5-11: Setup Tab - MAC Clone 19
Figure 5-12: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 20
Figure 5-13: Routing Table 21
Figure 5-14: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
Figure 5-15: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (PSK-Personal) 23
Figure 5-16: Wireless Security - PSK2-Personal 23
Figure 5-17: Wireless Security - PSK-Enterprise 24
Figure 5-18: Wireless Security - PSK2-Enterprise 24
Figure 5-19: Wireless Security - RADIUS 25
Figure 5-20: Wireless Security - WEP 25
Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 26
Figure 5-22: Wireless Client List 26
Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 27
Figure 5-24: Security Tab - Firewall 29

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Figure 5-25: VPN Passthrough 30
Figure 5-26: Storage Tab - Disk 31
Figure 5-27: Storage Tab - Claim Disk 31
Figure 5-28: Storage Tab - Claimed Disk 31
Figure 5-29: Storage Tab - Share Management 32
Figure 5-30: Share Properties 32
Figure 5-31: Storage Tab - Administration 33
Figure 5-32: User Properties 33
Figure 5-33: User Properties 34
Figure 5-34: Storage Tab - UPnP Media Server 35
Figure 5-35: Partition List 35
Figure 5-36: FTP Server 36
Figure 5-37: FTP Access 36
Figure 5-38: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access Policy 37
Figure 5-39: Summary 37
Figure 5-40: List of PCs 38
Figure 5-41: Applications & Gaming Tab - Single Port Forwarding 39
Figure 5-42: Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding 40
Figure 5-43: Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Range Triggering 41
Figure 5-44: Applications & Gaming Tab - DMZ 42
Figure 5-45: DHCP Client Table 42
Figure 5-46: Applications & Gaming Tab - QoS (Applications) 43
Figure 5-47: QoS - Applications (Add a New Application) 44
Figure 5-48: QoS - Online Games 44
Figure 5-49: QoS - MAC Address 44
Figure 5-50: QoS - MAC Address 44
Figure 5-51: QoS - Voice Device 45
Figure 5-52: Administration Tab - Management 46
Figure 5-53: Administration Tab - Log 48
Figure 5-54: View Log 48
Figure 5-55: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 49
Figure 5-56: Ping Test 49
Figure 5-57: Traceroute Test 49
Figure 5-58: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 50

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Figure 5-59: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 51
Figure 5-60: Status Tab - Router 52
Figure 5-61: Status Tab - Local Network 53
Figure 5-62: DHCP Client Table 53
Figure 5-63: Status Tab - Wireless Network 54
Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 72
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 74
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 74
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 74
Figure E-4: Wireless MAC Filter 75
Figure E-5: MAC Address Cloning 75

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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter1:Introduction
Welcome
The Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link is really four devices in one box. First, there's the Wireless
Access Point, which lets you connect to the network without wires. There's also a built-in 4-port full-duplex
10/100 Switch to connect your wired-Ethernet devices together. The Router function ties it all together and lets
your whole network share a high-speed cable or DSL Internet connection.
We've also included a Storage Link that lets you easily add gigabytes of storage space onto your network using
readily available USB 2.0 hard drives -- or plug in a USB flash disk for a convenient way to access your portable
data files. The built-in Media Server streams music, video, and photos from the attached storage device to any
UPnP compatible media adapter. And you can get to your files from anywhere in the world through the Internet.
The Access Point built into the Router uses the very latest wireless networking technology, Wireless-N (draft
802.11n). By overlaying the signals of multiple radios, Wireless-N's "Multiple In, Multiple Out" (MIMO) technology
multiplies the effective data rate. Unlike ordinary wireless networking technologies that are confused by signal
reflections, MIMO actually uses these reflections to increase the range and reduce "dead spots" in the wireless
coverage area. The robust signal travels farther, maintaining wireless connections up to 4 times farther than
standard Wireless-G.
With Wireless-N, the farther away you are, the more speed advantage you get. It works great with standard
Wireless-G and -B equipment, but when both ends of the wireless link are Wireless-N, the router can increase the
throughput even more by using twice as much radio band, yielding speeds up to 12 times as fast as standard
Wireless-G. But unlike other speed-enhanced technologies, Wireless-N can dynamically enable this
double-speed mode for Wireless-N devices, while still connecting to other wireless devices at their respective
fastest speeds. In congested areas, the "good neighbor" mode ensures that the Router checks for other wireless
devices in the area before gobbling up the radio band.
To help protect your data and privacy, the Router can encode all wireless transmissions with industrial-strength
256-bit encryption. It can serve as your network's DHCP Server, has a powerful SPI firewall to protect your PCs
against intruders and most known Internet attacks, and supports VPN pass-through. Configuration is a snap with
the web browser-based configuration utility.
The incredible speed of Wireless-N makes it ideal for media-centric applications like streaming video, gaming,
and Voice over IP telephony, and gives you plenty of headroom to run multiple media-intense data streams
through the network at the same time, with no degradation in performance. With the Linksys Wireless-N Gigabit
Router with Storage Link at the center of your home or office network, you can easily add storage, share a high-
speed Internet connection, files, printers and multi-player games, and run media-intensive applications at faster
than 10/100 wired network speeds, without the hassle of stringing wires!
lan (local area network): The computers and
networking products that make up the network in
your home or office.
nat (network address translation): NAT technology
translates IP addresses of a local area network to a
different IP address for the Internet.
spi (stateful packet inspection) firewall: a technology
that inspects incoming packets of information before
allowing them to enter the network.
firewall: Security measures that protect the
resources of a local network from intruders.

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What’s in this User Guide?
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What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link
This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Gigabit
Router with Storage Link.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
• Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router.
• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.

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• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router.
• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router.
• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router.
• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
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Chapter2:PlanningYourWirelessNetwork
Network Topology
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each
computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same
frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the
same wireless network.
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode
Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up: infrastructure
and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an
access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other.
Choosing between these two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or
peripherals with a wired network or not.
If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessible by a wired network or need to share a peripheral,
such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up in Infrastructure
mode. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the
Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless
network. The Router transmits data to PCs equipped with wireless network adapters, which can roam within a
certain radial range of the Router. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in succession to
extend the roaming range, and you can set up your wireless network to communicate with your Ethernet
hardware as well.
If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers on the
wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can be used. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless
transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other, eliminating the need for a wireless router or
access point. The drawback of this mode is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to
communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of course, communication between the wireless-
equipped computers is limited by the distance and interference directly between them.
infrastructure: a wireless network that is bridged
to a wired network via an access point.
ssid (service set identifier): your wireless network’s name.
ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly to each other (peer-to-
peer) without the use of an access point.

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Network Layout
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Network Layout
The Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link has been specifically designed for use with your Wireless-N,
Wireless-G, and Wireless-B products. It will work with notebook adapters for your laptop computers, PCI adapters
for your desktop computers, and USB adapters for your USB connectivity needs. The Router can also
communicate with other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges.
When you wish to connect your wireless network to your wired network, you can use the Router’s four local
Ethernet ports. To add more ports, connect one of the Router's local ports to any Linksys switch.
With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage
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The Back Panel
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The Back Panel
The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, and Reset button are located on the back panel.
USB The USB port connects your Router to your wired PC or other USB network devices.
INTERNET The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband modem.
ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your wired PCs and other Ethernet network
devices.
Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Either press the Reset button,
for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration - Factory
Defaults tab of the Router's Web-based Utility.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of
your settings (Internet connection, wireless
security, and other settings) and replace them
with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Router
if you want to retain these settings.
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel

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The Front Panel
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The Front Panel
The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel.
POWER Green. The POWER LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on.
ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 Green, Orange. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the
Router’s back panel, serve three purposes: (1) The green LED lights up when the Router is
connected to a device through the corresponding port at 10/100, (2) The orange LED lights
up when you are connected at 1,000 Mbps (1 Gigabit), and (3) If the LED is flashing, then
the Router is sending or receiving data over that port.
INTERNET Green. The INTERNET LED lights up when there is a connection through the Internet port.
WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up when there is a wireless connection. If the LED is
flashing, the Router is sending or receiving data over the wireless network.
USB Green. The USB LED lights up when a USB drive is connected through the USB port. If the
LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the USB connection.
SECURITY Green. The SECURITY LED indicates when wireless security is enabled.
The Top Panel
The Router has a button reserved for a future function.
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel
Figure 3-3: The Router’s Top Panel
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Hardware Installation
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Hardware Installation
1. Make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the broadband modem and PCs.
2. Connect your USB cable tot he Router’s USB port.
3. Connect your broadband modem’s Ethernet cable to the Router’s Internet port.
4. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the back of the Router.
Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch.
Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other network devices to the Router.
5. Power on the broadband modem.
6. Connect the included power adapter to the Router’s Power port, and then plug the power adapter into an
electrical outlet. The Power LED on the front panel will light up when the adapter is connected properly.
7. Power on your PC(s).
8. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your
wireless network, with line of sight to all of your wireless devices.
Proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Router with Storage Link”.
Figure 4-1: Connect the USB cable
Figure 4-2: Connect the internet
Figure 4-4: Connect the power
IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power
adapter that is supplied with the Router. Use of a
different power adapter could damage the Router.
Figure 4-3: Connect the ethernet

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Overview
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Overview
Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run
the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the Web-based Utility to configure the Router. For
advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility.
This chapter will describe each web page on the Utility and each page’s key functions. The Utility can be
accessed via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Router. For a basic network setup,
most users only have to use the following screens of the Utility:
• Basic Setup. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the Internet connection settings provided by your Internet
Service Provider (ISP). If you do not have this information, you can call your ISP to request the settings. When
you have the setup information, then you can configure the Router.
• Management. Click the Administration tab and then the Management tab. The Router’s default password is
admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default.
• Wireless. On the Basic Wireless Settings screen, set the basic configuration for your wireless network.
There are eight main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Storage, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming,
Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.
Setup
• Basic Setup. Enter the Internet connection and network settings on this screen.
• DDNS. Enable the Router’s Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature on this screen.
• MAC Address Clone. If you need to clone a MAC address onto the Router, use this screen.
• Advanced Routing. Use this screen to alter dynamic and static routing configurations.

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Wireless
• Basic Wireless Settings. Enter the basic settings for your wireless network on this screen.
• Wireless Security. Enable and configure the security settings for your wireless network.
• Wireless MAC Filter. Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices
transmitting within your network’s radius.
• Advanced Wireless Settings. For advanced users, you can alter data transmission settings on this screen.
Security
• Firewall. You can enable or disable the Router’s firewall, as well as various filters.
• VPN Passthrough. To enable or disable IPSec, L2TP, and/or PPTP Passthrough, use this screen.
Storage
• Disk. Describes the disk currently attached to the Router.
• Share. Controls access to the partition of the disk attached to the Router.
• Administration. Manages the user and groups of users that can access the shares.
• Media Server. Scans for contents using a built-in media server.
• FTP Server. Creates an FTP server that can be accessed through the Internet.
Access Restrictions
Internet Access Policy. Create policies to control Internet access for your local network users.
Applications & Gaming
• Single Port Forwarding. This allows you to do port mapping and forwarding for a single service port.
• Port Range Forwarding. Set up public services or other specialized Internet applications on your network.
• Port Range Triggering. Configure the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers.

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How to Access the Web-based Utility
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• DMZ. Click this tab to allow one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of special-purpose services.
• QoS. Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic.
Administration
• Management. On this screen, alter the Router’s password, access privileges, and UPnP settings. You can also
use this screen to back up and restore the Router’s configuration file.
• Log. If you want to view or save activity logs, click this tab.
• Diagnostics. If you want to run a ping or traceroute test, then use this screen.
• Factory Defaults. If you want to restore the Router’s factory defaults, then use this screen.
• Firmware Upgrade. Click this tab if you want to upgrade the Router’s firmware.
Status
• Router. This screen provides status information about the Router.
• Local Network. This provides status information about the local network.
• Wireless Network. This provides status information about the wireless network.
How to Access the Web-based Utility
To access the Web-based Utility of the Router, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the
Router’s default IP address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Press the Enter key.
A screen will appear asking you for your User name and Password. Leave the User Name field blank. Enter admin
in the Password field. Then click the OK button.
Make the necessary changes through the Utility. When you have finished making changes to a screen, click the
Save Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to undo your changes. For
information on a tab, click Help.
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
The Basic Setup screen is the first screen you see when you access the Web-based Utility.
Figure 5-1: Router Login
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup
(Automatic Configuration - DHCP)
NOTE: Some of these connection types may not
be available in your area.

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Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your Internet connection type. This information can be
obtained from your ISP.
Internet Connection Type
The Router supports six connection types: Automatic Configuration - DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, Telstra Cable,
and L2TP. Each Basic Setup screen and available features will differ depending on what kind of connection type
you select.
Automatic Configuration - DHCP
By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP, and it should be
used only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
Static IP
If you are required to use a permanent IP address, then select Static IP.
Internet IP Address. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your
ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway Address.
DNS 1-3. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.
PPPoE
Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections for
end-users. If you use a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to
enable it.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Figure 5-3: Static IP
Figure 5-4: PPPoE
IMPORTANT: For DSL users, if you need to enable PPPoE support, remember to remove any
PPPoE applications that are installed on your PCs.
static ip address: a fixed address
assigned to a computer or device
connected to a network.
pppoe: a type of broadband connection that
provides authentication (username and
password) in addition to data transport
subnet mask: an address code that
determines the size of the network
default gateway: a device that forwards
Internet traffic from your local area network

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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
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Service Name. If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it
has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter 0in the Max Idle Time field.
Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.
Keep Alive and Redial Period. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it
sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to Keep Alive. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
Click the Save Settings button. Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect button.
PPTP
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe and Israel only.
Server IP Address. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will
provide you with the IP address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external users on the Internet (including your
ISP). Your ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Default Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Default Gateway Address.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it
has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter 0in the Max Idle Time field.
Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.
Keep Alive and Redial Period. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it
sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to Keep Alive. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
Figure 5-5: PPTP