MSI MS-6824 User manual

Wireless 11g Residential Gateway
MS-6824

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Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any
piece of electronic component.
1. Keep this User’s Manual for future reference.
2. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction.....................................................................................1
1.1 MSI RG54G - Wireless 11g Residential Gateway ................................................... 1
1.2 Networking Options ................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Features and Benefits ............................................................................................... 3
1.4 Package Contents ...................................................................................................... 4
1.5 System Requirements ............................................................................................... 4
1.6 Specifications ............................................................................................................ 5
2. Hardware installation .....................................................................6
2.1 Product View ............................................................................................................6
2.2 Connections .............................................................................................................. 7
2.3 LEDs ......................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Installing Your RG54G ............................................................................................. 9
3. Configuration ..................................................................................10
3.1 Configuration Utility ................................................................................................ 10
3.2 Typical Configuration ............................................................................................... 13
3.3 Customized Configuration ........................................................................................ 17
3.3.1 System .............................................................................................................18
3.3.2 Internet ............................................................................................................ 20
3.3.3 LAN ................................................................................................................. 22
3.3.4 Wireless ...........................................................................................................24
3.3.5 NAT ................................................................................................................. 26
3.3.6 Firewall ............................................................................................................ 27
4. Technical Support ...........................................................................29
Appendix ...............................................................................................30
Assigning a Fixed IP Address .......................................................................................... 30

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MSI RG54G - Wireless 11g Residential
Gateway
MSI RG54G Residential Gateway (hereafter called
RG54G), compliant with IEEE802.11g, is designed for
high throughput and fully function that leads you into
the wireless network environment. In the rapid
growing network environment, MSI RG54G acts as a
home-end device that connects your computer to the
WAN service (e.g. the Internet). With the RG54G,
networking and sharing information throughout the
house/office becomes an easy and flexible task. In
addition, the RG54G is also a switching device as an
aggregating point of the wireless LAN and wired LAN
clients, and as a router between LAN and WAN traffic.
MSI RG54G combines the basic firewall, wireless Access
Point, and LAN switch into one compact and stylish
package to provide security and IP sharing function.
These features build the RG54G as a cutting-edge, cost-
effective device that fits to SOHO/home application.
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Introduction

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>>> 1.2
To build your network, you will need:
- One MSI RG54G.
- One or more network adapters/wireless network
adapters for computers.
- One ISP (Internet Service Provider) account for
connecting to the Internet.
Typical Configuration of Wireless LAN
Networking Options
MSI RG54G is a Base Station that bridges communica-
tion between computers (via wireless networking), and
connects the computers to the Internet.
You can use the RG54G in the following applications:
Home connectivity
A stand-alone wireless network.
Broadband access
A wireless/wired Internet access via xDSL/Cable Modem
or Ethernet.

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Features and Benefits
With MSI RG54G, your network can immediately
upgrade to a wireless network, providing wireless
access to the LAN and WLAN, and sharing informa-
tion and printers in the network.
54 Mbps Data Rate (max.)/150-500 ft. Indoor Range
The RG54G runs with data-intensive applications like
MP3, multimedia, gaming and streaming video/audio -
even through walls, floors and ceilings. You can get
Ethernet quality networking without wires and cables -
ideal for standard networking requirements.
Superior Antenna Design
Dual dipole antennas provide superior polarized recep-
tion and diversity transmission for the best signal quality.
Interoperable with any 802.11g Compliant Device
The RG54G complies with IEEE 802.11g standard and
Wi-Fi, allowing full interoperability with any Wi-Fi certified
wireless product.
Easy to Install and Use
The Setup Wizard with user-friendly and Windows-based
interface provides step-by-step instructions, making the
RG54G fast and easy to be installed and used in the
network.
WEP Security to Ensure Privacy
Supports 64-/128-bit WEP encryption, which ensures that
your network signal is secure and private inband and
outband of your home and office.
Scalability
The RG54G can be configured in every way to meet your
needs of specific applications and installations. It also
provides Flash memory for easy firmware upgrade.
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Package Contents
Unpack the package and check all the items carefully.
If any item contained is damaged or missing, please
contact your local dealer immediately. Also, keep the
box and packing materials in case you need to ship
the unit in the future. The package should contain the
following items:
One Wireless 11g Residential Gateway.
One AC Power Adapter, 5VDC/2A output.
One Ethernet cable (RJ-45).
One Quick Installation Guide.
One CD title including drivers, utilities, user’s manual
and quick guide.
System Requirements
After installing the RG54G, you need the followings to
configure respective network settings:
A Computer with Windows operating system and in-
stalled with Ethernet adapter.
A JavaScript-enabled web browser, such as Internet
Explorer 6.0 and later.
>>> 1.4
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Specification>>> 1.6
Standards
- IEEE802.11g.
LAN Connection
- Four auto-negotiating 10/100Mbps RJ-45 ports.
WAN Connection
- One 10Mbps Ethernet port for connecting to the
xDSL/Cable Modem.
Internet Protocol Support
- TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, HTTP, FTP, PPPoE, DDNS.
Operating System Support
- Microsoft Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP.
LEDs
- Power, LAN (1~4), WAN, Wireless network.
Environmental and Physical
- Dimension: 180 x 127.2 x 32.2mm (L x W x H).
- Weight: TBDg.
- Operating Temperature: 0OC to 50OC.
- Storage Temperature: -25OC to 70OC.
- Humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing.
EMI Compliance
- FCC Class B, CE Class B.

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Hardware Installation
This chapter provides a quick introduction to your
RG54G, including product view, installation and power
up.
Product View>>> 2.1
Front View
Rear View

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Reset Button
1. Press and hold* this button longer than 5 seconds
to restart the RG54G.
2. Press and hold* this button longer than 8 seconds,
the system will reload the factory default settings.
LAN Ports 1~4
The RG54G provides four 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports,
allowing connection to the computers and other network
devices.
WAN Port
This 10 Mbps Ethernet port provides connection to your
xDSL/Cable Modem or Ethernet connection.
Power Connector
Connect the enclosed power adapter and provide power
to the RG54G.
Connections>>> 2.2
LAN Ports 1~4 DMZ Port Power
Reset WAN Port USB Port
* Use a pointed object
(e.g. a stretched clip)

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Power
A steady Blue light glows to indicate the power adapter is
connected.
LAN 1~4
The Green light glows when there is a computer/device
connected to respective port.
WAN
A Green light glows when the system connects to the
xDSL/Cable Modem or Ethernet connection, and it will
blink when receiving/transmitting data on the link.
Wireless Status
A Green light glows to indicate the status of RG54G’s
wireless networking.
LEDs>>> 2.3

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>>> 2.4 Installing Your RG54G
Positioning
The RG54G can be put on a flat surface or can be
mounted on the wall. Before connecting the RG54G to
your devices, please note that the it should be placed in a
location where is:
- Easy to access; so that you can conveniently
connect it to the xDSL/Cable Modem through the
WAN port, and to the computers/devices through the
LAN ports.
- Allows you to observe the LEDs clearly; so that you
may monitor the real-time networking status and
take instant measures as problems arise.
Connecting Cables
1. Plug the DC end of the power adapter into the
power connector of the RG54G (see page 7, Con-
nections), and the AC end to the wall outlet later.
2. To connect the Internet, use the suitable cable to
connect the RG54G’s WAN port to your xDSL/Cable
Modem.
3. For wired connection, connect your computers/
devices to the LAN ports (1~4) on the RG54G (see
page 7, Connections).
4. For wireless connection, install the wireless adapt-
ers onto your computers, and you have to configure
settings to take full advantages of the RG54G.
Power Up
When the DC end of the power cable is connected to the
RG54G, plug the AC end to the wall outlet. The RG54G is
powered up immediately.

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>>> 3.1 Configuration Utility
The MSI RG54G provides you a convenient utility to
customize the network settings. Whenever you want
to configure the respective settings, open your web
browser (e.g. Internet Explorer), and type the default IP
address 192.168.1.254 in the Address bar and press
[Enter]. Then, type admin in the User Name box and
admin in the Password box*, and click OK.
* admin is the default
password of the wireless
gateway, and can be
changed in the Configu-
ration Utility. See section
3.3.1 for details.
Check this option to
save the settings
Click
Enter the User Name
and Password
Open the web browser and enter the
IP Address of the wireless gateway
Configuration

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The Home window of the configuration utility will
appear as below, which provides two options to
select: Typical Configuration and Customized Con-
figuration.
Typical Configuration
provides a step-by-step Setup Wizard to guide you
through the basic settings of the gateway. Generally,
after completing the four steps in this option, your
gateway can connect to the ISP and your client compu-
ter can access to the Internet without any problem.
Customized Configuration
allows you to customize the network settings of your
gateway for some specific purposes, such as chang-
ing password, updating firmware, and other network
settings.
Home Window of the Configuration Utility

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Before you begin
It’s best to use a computer (with an Ethernet adapter
installed) that connected to a switch for configuring
your RG54G. Also, you will need to assign a fixed IP
address to this computer within the IP address range
of the RG54G. For example, you can assign a fixed IP
address of 192.168.1.253 with a Subnet Mask of
255.255.255.0. (For more instruction, please refer to
Appendix, Assigning a Fixed IP Address.)
Factory Default Settings of the RG54G
SSID RG54G
Channel 7
User Name admin
Password admin
IP Address 192.168.1.254
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Encryption Disable

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Typical Configuration
Click Typical Configuration, and the Setup Wizard
appears from Step 1 to guide you through the configu-
ration.
Setting the Time Zone
First, you should set the Time Zone. For system man-
agement purpose, a correctly time zone setting will let
you have accurate time stamps on the system log.
If you are in the area that within the daylight saving period,
please also check the Daylight Saving option.
When completed, click Next to continue step 2.
Step 1.
The Menu Bar
During the Setup Wizard, whenever you click HOME in
the menu bar will make you return to the Home
window; click Logout to exit the Configuration Utility.
Step 1. Setting the Time Zone
The Menu Bar
The Menu Bar
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Setting the Broadband Type
According to the connection type your are using, click the
respective option to configure the settings.
Step 2.
Step 2. Setting the Broadband Type
In case your ISP provides you a Host Name or a
locked MAC Address, you should enter these informa-
tion in the respective fields.
Setting the Broadband Type (continue)
Cable Modem
If your broadband access is through a cable modem,
select this option.
Step 3
Note: If you are not
sure on these settings,
please ask your ISP
for assistance.

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Fixed-IP ADSL
If your broadband access is through an ADSL modem
and your ISP assigned you a static IP address, select
this option.
Enter the necessary information such as IP address,
Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS server
provided by your ISP in the respective fields.
ADSL
If your broadband access is through an ADSL modem
and your ISP did not assign you a static IP address,
select this option.
Enter the necessary information such as user name
and password provided by your ISP in the respective
fields. In case your ISP gave you a service name, you
should put it to the respective field.
When completed, click Next to continue step 4.
Note: If you are not
sure on these settings,
please ask your ISP
for assistance.