Linksys WRT54G3G - Wireless-G Router For Verizon Wireless... User manual

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Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
Wireless-G
WRT54G3G (EU) User Guide
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GHz
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Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband
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Table of Contents
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 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 6
The Router’s Ports 6
The Router’s LEDs 7
The Router’s 3G/UMTS Slot 8
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 9
Overview 9
Hardware Installation for Use of the 3G/UMTS or GPRS Service 9
Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem 11
Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router 13
Placement Options 15
Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS or GPRS Service 17
Overview 17
Before You Begin 17
Using the Setup Wizard 18
Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN
Service Only 28
Overview 28
Before You Begin 28
Using the Setup Wizard 28
Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and
3G/UMTS or GPRS Service 39
Overview 39
Before You Begin 39
Using the Setup Wizard 40

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Chapter 8: Configuring the Wireless-G Router for 3G/UMTS Broadband 53
Overview 53
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 54
The Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS Network 59
The Setup Tab - DDNS 61
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 62
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 63
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 64
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 65
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 68
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 69
The Security Tab - Firewall 71
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 72
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 72
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 74
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 75
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 76
The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 76
The Administration Tab - Management 78
The Administration Tab - Log 79
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 80
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 81
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 81
The Administration Tab - Config Management 81
The Status Tab - 3G/UMTS 82
The Status Tab - Router 83
The Status Tab - Local Network 84
The Status Tab - Wireless 85
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 86
Common Problems and Solutions 86
Frequently Asked Questions 94
Appendix B: Wireless Security 103
Security Precautions 103
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 103
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 106

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Appendix D: Windows Help 107
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter 108
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 108
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 108
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 109
Appendix F: Glossary 110
Appendix G: Specifications 117
Appendix H: Warranty Information 119
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 120
Appendix J: Contact Information 134

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List of Figures
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Ports 6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 6
Figure 3-3: The Router’s LEDs 7
Figure 3-4: The Router’s LEDs 8
Figure 4-1: Connect Your Computer 10
Figure 4-2: Connect the Power 10
Figure 4-3: Connect the Broadband Modem 11
Figure 4-4: Connect Your Computer 12
Figure 4-5: Connect the Power 12
Figure 4-6: Diagram for Connection to Another Router 13
Figure 4-7: Connect Another Router 13
Figure 4-8: Connect Your Computer 14
Figure 4-9: Connect the Power 14
Figure 4-10: Stand Attached to the Router 15
Figure 4-11: Measurement between Wall-Mount Slots 16
Figure 5-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 18
Figure 5-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 18
Figure 5-3: Select Service Screen 19
Figure 5-4: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 19
Figure 5-5: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 20
Figure 5-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, Continued 20
Figure 5-7: Power on the Router Screen 21
Figure 5-8: Check the Router’s Status Screen 21
Figure 5-9: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 22
Figure 5-10: Check SIM Card Screen 22
Figure 5-11: Need to Upgrade Vodafone Card Screen 22
Figure 5-12: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services Screen 23
Figure 5-13: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services - Review
Settings Screen 23
Figure 5-14: Set the Router’s Password Screen 24
Figure 5-15: Wireless Settings Screen 24

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Figure 5-16: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 25
Figure 5-17: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 25
Figure 5-18: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 26
Figure 5-19: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (64-Bit) Screen 26
Figure 5-20: Confirm New Settings Screen 27
Figure 5-21: Congratulations Screen 27
Figure 6-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 28
Figure 6-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 29
Figure 6-3: Select Service Screen 29
Figure 6-4: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen 30
Figure 6-5: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen 30
Figure 6-6: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 31
Figure 6-7: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, continued 31
Figure 6-8: Power on the Router Screen 32
Figure 6-9: Check the Router’s Status Screen 32
Figure 6-10: Configure Cable or DHCP Settings Screen 33
Figure 6-11: Configure DSL (PPPoE) Settings Screen 33
Figure 6-12: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 34
Figure 6-13: Confirm New Settings Screen 34
Figure 6-14: Set the Router’s Password Screen 35
Figure 6-15: Wireless Settings Screen 35
Figure 6-16: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 36
Figure 6-17: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 36
Figure 6-18: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 37
Figure 6-19: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (64-Bit) Screen 37
Figure 6-20: Confirm New Settings Screen 38
Figure 6-21: Congratulations Screen 38
Figure 7-1: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Language Selection Screen 40
Figure 7-2: Setup Wizard’s Welcome - Start Wizard Screen 40
Figure 7-3: Select Service Screen 41
Figure 7-4: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 41
Figure 7-5: Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen 42
Figure 7-6: Connect the Modem to the Router Screen 42
Figure 7-7: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen 43

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Figure 7-8: Connect the Router to a Computer Screen, continued 43
Figure 7-9: Power on the Router Screen 44
Figure 7-10: Check the Router’s Status Screen 44
Figure 7-11: Insert Vodafone Mobile Connect Card Screen 45
Figure 7-12: Check SIM Card Screen 45
Figure 7-13: Need to Upgrade Vodafone Card Screen 45
Figure 7-14: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services Screen 46
Figure 7-15: Configure Vodafone 3G/UMTS or GPRS Services - Review
Settings Screen 46
Figure 7-16: Configure Cable or DHCP Settings Screen 47
Figure 7-17: Configure DSL (PPPoE) Settings Screen 47
Figure 7-18: Enter Static IP Address Settings Screen 48
Figure 7-19: Confirm New Settings Screen 48
Figure 7-20: Set the Router’s Password Screen 49
Figure 7-21: Wireless Settings Screen 49
Figure 7-22: Configure Wireless Security Settings Screen 50
Figure 7-23: Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen 50
Figure 7-24: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WPA-Personal Screen 51
Figure 7-25: Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP (64-Bit) Screen 51
Figure 7-26: Confirm New Settings Screen 52
Figure 7-27: Congratulations Screen 52
Figure 8-1: Password Screen 53
Figure 8-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 54
Figure 8-3: DHCP Connection Type 54
Figure 8-4: Static IP Connection Type 55
Figure 8-5: PPPoE Connection Type 55
Figure 8-6: PPTP Connection Type 55
Figure 8-7: Telstra Connection Type 56
Figure 8-8: L2TP Connection Type 56
Figure 8-9: Optional Settings 57
Figure 8-10: Router IP 57
Figure 8-11: Network Address Server Settings 58
Figure 8-12: Time Setting 58
Figure 8-13: Setup Tab - 3G/UMTS 59

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Figure 8-14: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org) 61
Figure 8-15: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.org) 61
Figure 8-16: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 62
Figure 8-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway) 63
Figure 8-18: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 63
Figure 8-19: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 64
Figure 8-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - TKIP) 65
Figure 8-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal - AES) 65
Figure 8-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal) 65
Figure 8-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - TKIP) 66
Figure 8-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise - AES) 66
Figure 8-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) 66
Figure 8-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 67
Figure 8-27: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 67
Figure 8-28: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 68
Figure 8-29: MAC Address Filter List 68
Figure 8-30: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 69
Figure 8-31: Security Tab - Firewall 71
Figure 8-32: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 72
Figure 8-33: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 72
Figure 8-34: Internet Policy Summary 73
Figure 8-35: List of PCs 73
Figure 8-36: Port Services 73
Figure 8-37: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 74
Figure 8-38: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 75
Figure 8-39: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 76
Figure 8-40: Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 76
Figure 8-41: Administration Tab - Management 78
Figure 8-42: Administration Tab - Log 79
Figure 8-43: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 80
Figure 8-44: The Ping Test 80
Figure 8-45: The Traceroute Test 80
Figure 8-46: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 81
Figure 8-47: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 81

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Figure 8-48: Administration Tab - Config Management 81
Figure 8-49: Status Tab - 3G/UMTS 82
Figure 8-50: Status Tab - Router 83
Figure 8-51: Status Tab - Local Network 84
Figure 8-52: Status Tab - Wireless 85
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 106
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 108
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 108
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 108
Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 109
Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 109