Digitus DN-15017 User manual

200 Mbps High-speed
Powerline Router
User’s Manual
(DN-15017)

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Index
FCC Part 68..............................................................................................................................................................3
FCC Part 15..............................................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................................5
1.3 System Requirements.......................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Installation................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Checklist............................................................................................................................................7
2.2 The Front LEDs.................................................................................................................................8
2.3 The Rear Ports..................................................................................................................................8
2.4 The Bottom Port ................................................................................................................................9
Chapter 3 Configuration............................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Determine your connection settings..................................................................................................9
3.2 Connecting the Wireless 11n Router to your network.......................................................................9
3.3 Configuring with Web Browser..........................................................................................................9
3.3.1 WAN Setting.................................................................................................................................1 1
3.3.2 LAN Setting ................................................................................................................................. 13
3.3.3 DHCP Setting.............................................................................................................................. 14
3.3.4 Static Route Setting..................................................................................................................... 15
3.3.5 NAT Setting ................................................................................................................................. 16
3.3.6 Packet Filter Setting.................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.7 URL Filter Setting........................................................................................................................ 20
3.3.8 Security Setting ........................................................................................................................... 21
3.3.9 UPNP Setting .............................................................................................................................. 22
3.3.10 DDNS Setting............................................................................................................................ 23
3.3.11 QOS Setting .............................................................................................................................. 24
3.4.1 System Information ..................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.2 Routing Table .............................................................................................................................. 26
3.4.3 Packet Statistics .......................................................................................................................... 27
3.4.4 System Log ................................................................................................................................. 28
3.5.1 Admin Account............................................................................................................................. 29
3.5.2 System Log Setting ..................................................................................................................... 30
3.5.3 Data / Time.................................................................................................................................. 31
3.5.4 Ping Test...................................................................................................................................... 32
3.5.5 Config Setting.............................................................................................................................. 33
3.5.6 Firmware Update......................................................................................................................... 34

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3.6.1 Logout ......................................................................................................................................... 35
3.6.2 Reboot......................................................................................................................................... 36
3.7.1 TCP/IP Settings for Windows Operating System........................................................................ 37
Chapter 4. Powerline Networking Utility................................................................................................................ 44
4.1 Configuration Utility Setup.............................................................................................................. 44
4.1.1 Installation of the Utility ............................................................................................................... 44
4.2 Windows Configuration Utility ........................................................................................................ 46
4.3 User Interface................................................................................................................................. 47
4.3.1 Main Screen ................................................................................................................................ 47
4.3.2 Privacy Screen ............................................................................................................................ 51
4.4 Diagnostics Screen ........................................................................................................................ 53
4.4.1 About Screen............................................................................................................................... 55
4.4.2 Preferences................................................................................................................................. 55
5. Push Button Setting........................................................................................................................................... 56
6. Trouble Shooting................................................................................................................................................ 59
Appendix A Glossary.............................................................................................................................................. 60
Appendix B Cabling / Connection.......................................................................................................................... 67

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FCC Part 68
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains
the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. You must provide this
information to the telephone company upon request.
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to the telephone line and still have those
entire devices ring when your number is called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN of all devices
connected to one line should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to
your line, as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company to determine the
maximum REN for your calling area.
If the modem causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service
temporarily.
If possible, they will notify you in advance. But if advance notice isn't practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible.
You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could
affect the proper operation of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity
to maintain uninterrupted telephone service.
If you experience trouble with this modem, please contact your dealer for repair/warranty information. The
telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been
corrected or you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is
subject to state tariffs.

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FCC Part 15
The modem generates and uses radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly in strict
accordance with the user's manual, it may cause interference with radio and television reception. The modem has
been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B computing devices in accordance with the
specifications in Subpart B, Part 15 of the FCC regulations. These specifications are designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. FCC regulations require that shielded interface cables be
used with your modem.
If interference does occur, we suggest the following measures be taken to rectify the problem:
1) Move the receiving antenna.
2) Move the modem away from the radio or TV.
3) Plug the modem into a different electrical outlet.
4) Discuss the problem with a qualified radio / TV technician.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance to the FCC Rules could
void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Cable connections:
All equipment connected to this modem must use shielded cable as the interconnection means.
Notes:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of an Instant Powerline 200M Router with 3-port Fast Ethernet Switch and
Homeplug for cable and DSL application. The Powerline Router is the perfect option to connect a small group of
PCs to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection or to an Ethernet backbone. Configurable as a DHCP server,
the Broadband Router acts as the only externally recognized Internet device on your local area network (LAN).
The Router serves as an Internet firewall, protecting your network from being accessed by outside users.
1.1 Overview
Unlike a simple hub or switch, the setup of the Cable/DSL Router consists of more than simply plugging
everything together. Because the Router acts as a DHCP server, you will have to set some values within the
Router, and also configure your networked PCs to accept the IP Addresses the Router chooses to assign them.
And generally there are three different operating modes for your applications. And you can know which mode is
necessary for your system from ISP. These three modes are PPPoE, DHCP client and Static IP. Actually all these
are for IP address of WAN.
1.2 Features
Router Mode
‧PPP over Ethernet (RFC-2516)
‧DHCP Server and Client
‧NAPT (Network Address and Port Translation)
‧NAT (Network Address Translation
Internet Access
‧TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, RARP, PPPoE, NAT, DHCP (client/server), Static IP assignment
Security Features
‧Password protected configuration access
‧User authentication (PAP/CHAP) for PPP connection
Powerline Features
‧Up to 200M data rates for Powerline network
‧Support 128-Bit AES link encryption for Powerline security
‧Support co-exist with Powerline 85/14M .
Security
‧Support packet inspection and filtering
‧Intrusion detection and protection
‧Password protected system management

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Ethernet Interface
‧Compliant with IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u 10/100 Mbps
H T T P W e b -Based Management
‧Firmware upgrade by UI
‧WAN and LAN side connection statistics
‧Advanced QoS
‧Password protected access
‧System log
1.3 System Requirements
1) Personal computer (PC)
2) Pentium II 233 MHz processor minimum
3) 32 MB RAM minimum
4) 20 MB of free disk space minimum
5) Ethernet Network Interface Controller (NIC) RJ45 Port
6) Internet Browser

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Chapter 2 Installation
This chapter offers information about installing your router. If you are not familiar with the hardware or software
parameters presented here, please consult your service provider for the values needed.
2.1 Checklist
Check the shipping box carefully to ensure that the contents include the items you ordered. If any of the items are
missing or damaged, contact your local distributor. The contents of your carton may vary depending on your
service provider.
Contents description
1) Powerline 200M Router for home/office use
2) Powerline 200M Router Installation and Operation Guide (this publication)
3) Power cord
4) Ethernet cable Ethernet category 5 twisted pair cable (6 ft)

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2.2 The Front LEDs
LED
State
Description
POWER
ON
Press the button to power one the router.
W A N
ON
"Showtime"-successful connection between ADSL modem and telephone company's
network.
Flashing
"Handshaking"-modem is trying to establish a connection to telco's network Modem is
powered OFF ADSL Carrier Detect if LED is flash.
OFF
No link.
PL
Flashing
When the router detect other Powerline devices
OP
Flashing
The router running well.
L AN
1-3
ON
Link
Flashing
TX or RX activity
OFF
No Link
These three LAN (Local Area Network) ports are where you will connect networked
devices, such as PCs, print servers remote hard drives, and anything else you want to
put on your network.
2.3 The Rear Ports
Connector
Description
POWER
Power connector with power cord.
L AN ( 1-3)
Router is successfully connected to a device through the corresponding port (1, 2 or 3).
If the LED is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over that port.
Secure
Button can auto secure and group the Powerline devices.
W A N
The WAN (Wide Area Network) Port is where you will connect your cable, DSL modem or
Ethernet backbone.

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2.4 The Bottom Port
Connector
Description
Reset Switch
Press 10 sec to reboot the router and restore default settings.
Chapter 3 Configuration
3.1 Determine your connection settings
Before you configure the router; you need to know the connection information supplied by your service provider.
3.2 Connecting the Wireless 11n Router to your network
Unlike a simple hub or switch, the setup of the Powerline Router consists of more than simply plugging everything
together.
Because the Router acts as a DHCP server, you will have to set some values within the Router, and also
configure your networked PCs to accept the IP Addresses the Router chooses to assign them. Generally there
are several different operating modes for your applications. And you can know which mode is necessary for your
system from ISP. These modes are router, bridge, PPPoE+NAT.
3.3 Configuring with Web Browser
It is advisable to change the administrator password to safeguard the security of your network.
To configure the router, open your browser, type 'http://192.168.6.1' into the address bar and click 'Go' to get to
the login page. Save this address in your Favorites for future reference.

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At the Password prompt, the User name is 'admin' and the password is ’admin’. You can change these later if
you wish. Click 'Login' to login.

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3.3.1 WAN Setting
WAN Settings are settings that are used to connect to your ISP (Internet Service Provider). The WAN settings are
provided to you by your ISP and often times referred to as "public settings". Please select the appropriate option
for your specific ISP.
For most users, Internet access is the primary application. The router supports the WAN interface for internet
access and remote access. The following sections will explain more details of WAN Port Internet access and
broadband access setup. When you click “WAN Setting”, the following setup page will be shown. Three methods
are available for Internet Access.
Static IP
If you are a leased line user with a fixed IP address, enter in the IP address, subnet mask, gateway address, and
DNS (domain name server) address(es) provided to you by your ISP. Each IP address entered in the fields must
be in the appropriate IP form, which are four IP octets separated by a dot (x.x.x.x). The Router will not accept the
IP address if it is not in this format.

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Example: 168.95.1.2
IP Address: Check with your ISP provider.
Subnet Mask: Check with your ISP provider.
Default Gateway: Check with your ISP provider.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Dynamic IP (Get WAN IPAddress automatically). If you are
connected to the Internet through a Cable modem line, then a dynamic IP will be assigned.
Note: WAN port gets the IP Address, Subnet Mask and default gateway IP address automatically, if DHCP client
is successful.
PPPoE
Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE). Some ISPs provide DSL-based services and use PPPoE to
establish communication link with end-users. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with
your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you need to make sure the following items,
PPPoE User name: Enter username provided by your ISP.
PPPoE Password: Enter password provided by your ISP.
WAN E t h e rn e t M A C
The MAC (Media Access Control) Address field is required by some Internet Service Providers (ISP). The default
MAC address is set to the MAC address of the WAN interface in the device. It is only necessary to fill the field if
required by your ISP.

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3.3.2 LAN Setting
These are the IP settings of the LAN (Local Area Network) interface for the device. These settings may be
referred to as "private settings". You may change the LAN IP address if needed. The LAN IP address is private to
your internal network and cannot be seen on the Internet. The default IP address is 192.168.6.1 with a subnet
mask of 255.255.255.0
LAN is a network of computers or other devices that are in relatively close range of each other. For example,
devices in a home or office building would be considered part of a local area network.
LAN IP Address: Assign the IP address of LAN server, default is 192.168.6.1
Subnet Mask: Select a subnet mask from the pull-downmenu, default is 255.255.255.0

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3.3.3 DHCP Setting
When you enable the DHCP server,
Assigned DHCP IP Address: Enter the starting IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignment and the ending
IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignment.
DHCP IP Lease Time:Assign the length of time for the IP lease, default setting is 86400 seconds.

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3.3.4 Static Route Setting
Static routes are special routes that the network administrator manually enters into the router configuration. You
could build an entire network based on static routes. The problem with doing this is that when a network failure
occurs, the static route will not change without you performing the change. This isn’t a good thing if the failure
occurs during the middle of the night, or while you are on vacation.
The route table allows the user to configure and define all the static routes supported by the router.
Enable: Enable/Disable the static route.
T y p e :Indicates the type of route as follows, Host for local connection and Net for network connection.
Target:Defines the base IP address (Network Number) that will be compared with the destination IP address
(after an AND with NetMask) to see if this is the target route.
NetMask:The subnet mask that will be AND'd with the destination IP address and then compared with the Target
to see if this is the target route.
Gateway:The IP address of the next hop router that will be used to route traffic for this route. If this route is local
(defines the locally connected hosts and Type = Host) then this IP address MUST be the IP address of the router
Action:Add a new Static Route entry or update a specified entry.

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3.3.5 NAT Setting
Network Address Translation:Enable/Disable NAT.
IPSec Pass Through:IPsec (Internet Protocol Security) is a framework for a set of protocols for security at the
network or packet processing layer of network communication. Enable/Disable this framework verification.
PPTP Pass Through:PPTP (Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol) is a protocol that allows corporations to extend
their own corporate network through private "tunnels" over the public Internet. Enable/Disable this protocol
verification.
L2TPPass Through:L2TP (The Layer 2 Tunnel Protocol) is an emerging Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)
standard that combines the best features of two existing tunneling protocols: Cisco's Layer 2 Forwarding (L2F)
and Microsoft's Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP). L2TP is an extension to the Point-to-Point Protocol
(PPP), which is an important component for VPNs. VPNs allow users and telecommuters to connect to their
corporate intranets or extranets. Enable/Disable this function.
S I P A L G :SIP, the Session Initiation Protocol, is a signaling protocol for Internet conferencing, telephony,
presence, events notification and instant messaging. Enable/Disable this protocol verification.
NetMeeting A L G :Enable/Disable this protocol verification.
Window Messenger File Transfer A L G :Enable/Disable this protocol verification.
DMZ:In computer networks, a DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) is a computer host or small network added as a "neutral
zone" between a company's private network and the outside public network. It prevents outside users from getting
direct access to a server that has company data.
Think of DMZ as the front yard of your house. It belongs to you and you may put some things there, but you would

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put anything valuable inside the house where it can be properly secured.
Virtual Server Mapping
A Virtual Server is defined as a service port, and all requests to this port will be redirected to the computer
specified by the server IP.
Enable:Enable/Disable the virtual server mapping, default setting is Disable.
W A N P o r t :The port number on the WAN side that will be used to access the virtual service. Enter the WAN Port
number, e.g. enter 80 to represent the Web (http server), or enter 25 to represent SMTP (email server). Note: You
can specify maximum 32 WAN Ports.
Protocol:The protocol used for the virtual service. Select a protocol type is TCP or UDP.
L AN I P:The server computer in the LAN network that will be providing the virtual services. Enter the IP address
of LAN.
L A N P o rt :The port number of the service used by the Private IP computer. Enter the LAN port number.
Action:Add a new WAN port or update a specified WAN port.
Port Trigger
Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet telephony
and others. These applications have difficulties working through NAT (Network Address Translation). If you need
to run applications that require multiple connections, specify the port normally associated with an application in
the "Trigger Port" field, select the protocol type as TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) or UDP (User Datagram
Protocol), then enter the public ports associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic.
Enable: Enable/Disable the port trigger, default setting is Disable.
Trigger Port: This is the port used to trigger the application. It can be either a single port or a range of ports.
Trigger Type: This is the protocol used to trigger the special application.
Public Port: This is the port number on the WAN side that will be used to access the application. You may define
a single port or a range of ports. You can use a comma to add multiple ports or port ranges.
Public Type: This is the protocol used for the special application.
Action: Add a new Port Trigger or update a specified Port Trigger.
Port Forward
Enable: Enable/Disable the port forward, default setting is Disable.
Forward Port: This is the port used to forward the application. It can be either a single port or a range of ports.
Forward T y p e : This is the protocol used to forward the special application.
Forward IP:This is the IP address you want to forward.
Action: Add a new Port forward or update a specified Port Forward.

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3.3.6 Packet Filter Setting
W A N – Packet Filter
Use IP Filters to deny particular WAN IP addresses from the Internet. You can deny special port number or all
ports for a specific IP address. You will only need to input the WAN IP address(es) of the computer(s) that will be
denied.
Enable:Enable/Disable the WAN packet filter, default setting is Disable.
Source IP:The IP address of the WAN computer that will be denied access to the Internet. You can also add a
range of IP addresses.
Destination Port:The single port or port range that will be denied to access. If no port is specified, all ports will
be denied access.
Protocol:This is the protocol type that will be used with the Port that will be blocked.
Block:You can block the IP address of the WAN computer always or by schedule.
Day:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which day(s) will be performed.
Time:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which time will be performed.
Action:Add a new WAN packet filter or update a specified WAN packet filter.
L AN – Packet Filter
Use IP Filters to deny particular LAN IP addresses from accessing the Internet. You can deny special port number
or all ports for a specific IP address. You will only need to input the LAN IP address(es) of the computer(s) that will
be denied Internet access.

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Enable:Enable/Disable the LAN packet filter, default setting is Disable.
Source IP:The IP address of the LAN computer that will be denied access to the Internet. You can also add a
range of IP addresses.
Destination Port:The single port or port range that will be denied access to the Internet. If no port is specified, all
ports will be denied access.
Protocol:This is the protocol type that will be used with the Port that will be blocked.
Block:You can block the IP address of the WAN computer always or by schedule.
Day:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which day(s) will be performed.
Time:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which time will be performed.
Action:Add a new LAN packet filter or update a specified LAN packet filter.
M A C – Packet Filter
Use MAC Filters to deny computers within the local area network from accessing the Internet. You can either
manually add a MAC address or select the MAC address from the list of clients that are currently connected to the
unit.
Enable:Enable/Disable the MAC packet filter, default setting is Disable.
MAC Address:The MAC address of the computer in the LAN (Local Area Network) to be used in the MAC filter
table. Enter the MAC address of LAN port, e.g. 00:00:27:88:81:18.
Block:You can block the MAC address of the LAN computer always or by schedule.
Day:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which day(s) will be performed.
Time:If Block set to “by schedule”, you need to determine which time will be performed.
Action:Add a new MAC packet filter or update a specified MAC packet filter.