Multitech RouteFinder RF550VPN User manual

SOHO Internet Security Appliance
Model RF550VPN
Quick Start Guide

Quick Start Guide
RouteFinder Internet Security Appliance
Model RF550VPN
PN S000237E Revision E
Copyright © 2003
This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission
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and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular
purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and to
make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to
notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.
Revision Date Description
A 11/26/01 Initial release.
B01/25/02 Changes to some screen captures. Formatting changes. Added a
Configuring the PC section.
C05/17/02 New examples. New screen captures. SSH IPSec Sentinel new
version (v 1.3). Advanced features are now discussed in the User
Guide only.
D10/08/02 Changes to the Virtual Server section, Administrative Settings,
and VPN Connection. Software version 4.63.
E04/08/03 Software version 4.64.
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Contents
1 – Introduction and Description .........................................................1
RouterFinder Documentation.............................................................1
RF550VPN Front Panel.....................................................................2
RF550VPN Back Panel .....................................................................3
2 – Installation .......................................................................................4
Safety Warnings ................................................................................4
System Requirements .......................................................................4
Unpacking Your RouteFinder ............................................................4
Cabling Your RouteFinder .................................................................5
3 – Configuring the PC..........................................................................6
4 – Navigating the Screens.................................................................12
5 – Configuring the RF550VPN...........................................................13
About the Browser Interface ............................................................13
Start the RF550VPN Configuration..................................................13
Setup Wizard...................................................................................15
6 – Technical Support.........................................................................26

Chapter 1 – Introduction and Description
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1 – Introduction and Description
Welcome to the world of Internet security. Your Multi-Tech SOHO RouteFinder VPN
Internet security appliance, Model RF550VPN, is ideal for the small branch office or
telecommuter who needs secure access to the corporate LAN.
In addition to providing a WAN Ethernet port for DSL or cable broadband Internet
access, it offers both LAN-to-LAN and client-to-LAN connectivity. The SOHO
RouteFinder supports up to 5 IPSec tunnels and provides 3DES encryption with 700K
bps throughput.
RouteFinder Documentation
The Quick Start Guide
The Quick Start Guide is a shorter version of this User Guide. It is included in printed
form with your RF550VPN. Both guides are intended to be used by systems
administrators and network managers. They provide the necessary information for a
qualified person to unpack, cable, and configure the device for proper operation.
The User Guide
The User Guide can be installed from the CD by clicking Install Manuals on the
Installation screen or downloading the file from our Web site at:
http://www.multitech.com
Save or Print the User Guide
Once the User Guide is displayed on screen using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can
save the .pdf file to your system or print a copy.
Setup Examples and Other Helpful Documents
There are five reference documents to help you setup and use your RF550VPN. These
reference guides are located on the CD that accompanies your RouteFinder and also
on the Multi-Tech Web site. Check the Multi-Tech Web site occasionally as other
documents may be added in the future.
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free program for viewing PDF formatted documents. It can
be installed from the CD (click on Install Manuals and select Install Adobe Acrobat
Reader).

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RF550VPN Front Panel
Link
ACT
100
10
FDX
COL
Data DCD
Serial WAN
Link RXD TXD PWR
1234
LEDs Description
Link ACT Lights when the LAN client is correctly connected to the
Ethernet port. Blinks when there is activity on the Ethernet port.
100/10 Lights when the LAN client is connected at 100MB.
Off when the LAN client is connected at 10MB.
FDX COL
Lights when the LAN client is connected as full duplex.
Off when the LAN client is connected as half duplex. Blinks
when there are collisions on the network.
Serial Data Blinks when the Serial async port is receiving or transmitting
data.
Serial DCD Lights when the Serial async port is connected to a remote
site.
WAN Link Lights when connection to the 10BaseT WAN is established.
WAN RXD Lights when the WAN port is receiving data.
WAN TXD Lights when the WAN port is transmitting data.
PWR Lights when power is being supplied to the router.

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RF550VPN Back Panel
1234
Serial Reset
WAN
5VDC
Power 5VDC The power port connects the AC power adapter.
10 BT WAN
(10Base-T) The WAN port connects the xDSL modem or cable modem.
Serial The Serial port connects a standard modem (optional).
Reset The Reset button resets the router to factory defaults. Press and
hold button until the serial LEDs blink. Then release the reset
button. Do not press it again - you will clear the current data.
Ports 1 - 4 There are 4 LAN ports. You can connect to PCs, FTP servers,
printers, or other devices you want to put on your network.

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2 – Installation
Safety Warnings
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
3. This product is to be used with UL and cUL listed computers.
4. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
5. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of
electrical shock from lightening.
7. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
8. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger Telecommunications line
cord.
System Requirements
·Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0+ or Netscape Navigator 4.0+
·One computer with an installed 10Mbps, 100Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet card
·One Modem or ISDN TA (if a dialup backup connection is needed)
·One RJ-45 xDSL/Cable Internet connection
·TCP/IP protocol installed
·UTP network Cable with a RJ-45 connection
Unpacking Your RouteFinder
·The RF550VPN shipping box contains the following items:
·The RouteFinder RF550VPN
·System CD
·Power Supply
·This Quick Start Guide
If any of the items is missing or damaged, please contact Multi-Tech Systems, Inc.

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Cabling Your RouteFinder
Cabling your RouteFinder requires making the appropriate connections to PCs, Cable
or xDSL modem, analog modem or ISDN TA (optional), AC power and the router. After
your device is properly cabled, you will need to complete your configuration by following
the instructions provided in the following chapter.
1. Turn the power off on all network devices (PCs, cable modems, DSL modems,
analog modems, ISDN TAs, and the router).
2. Plug one end of a cable into the Ethernet port and other into one of the 4 LAN ports.
(If you have more than one PC, connect the others in the same way to the other LAN
ports).
3. If using an analog modem, connect it to the RF550VPN’s serial port.
4. Connect a network cable from the DSL modem or cable modem to the WAN port.
5. Connect the provided power supply cable to the 5VDC power port on the back of the
router. Plug the other end of the power supply into an AC power outlet as shown.
You are ready to configure your router and network PCs.

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3 – Configuring the PC
You must establish TCP/IP communication on each PC (make sure a Network Card or
Adapter has been installed into each PC).
If Your Operating System Is Windows 98/Me:
Note: The following procedures are based on Windows 98. Procedures may differ
slightly in Windows Me. For Windows 98, check to see that you have installed the
Windows 98 patch dated August 1998.
1. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel.
2. Double-click the Network icon.
3. On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP protocol line associated with your
network card/adapter.
4. If the TCP/IP protocol line associated with your network card/adapter is listed,
proceed to Step 5. If not listed, see the User Guide, Appendix B, for installation
directions.
5. Then click the Properties button.

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6. The TCP/IP Properties window displays. Click the IP Address tab to set your
workstation’s IP Address.
7. In the IP Address dialog box, choose one of the following:
·To set a Dynamic IP Address, check Obtain an IP Address Automatically.
Dynamic Addresses are used in the Example Reference Guide in Example 2
– Site B and Example 3 – Site B.
·To set a Fixed IP Address, check Specify an IP address. Fixed Addresses
are used in all the examples in the Example Reference Guide, except the two
mentioned above. For our example, set the address to 192.168.2.x.
Click OK.
8. You have completed the client settings. Click OK to close out of the Network Control
Panel.
9. Windows will ask you to restart the PC. Click the Yes button.
Note: Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

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If Your Operating System Is Windows NT:
1. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel.
2. Double-click the Network icon.
3. The Network dialog box displays. Click the Protocols tab. Select the TCP/IP
protocol line associated with your network card/adapter. If TCP/IP is not listed,
see the User Guide, Appendix B, for installation directions.
4. Click the Bindings tab.

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5. The Bindings dialog box displays.
In the Show Bindings for drop-down list box, select all adapters. A list of all
adapters displays on the lower part of the screen.
Double-click the entry for your Ethernet card adapter. This expands the list.
Verify that TCP/IP is included in the list below your adapter name.
6. TCP/IP and your adapter are now setup.

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7. Next, select the Protocol tab to set your workstation’s IP Address.
8. Click the Properties button and choose one of the following:
·To set a Dynamic IP Address, check Obtain an IP Address Automatically.
Dynamic Addresses are used in Examples Reference Guide in Example 2 –
Site B and Example 3 – Site B.
·To set a Fixed IP Address, check Specify an IP address. Fixed Addresses are
used in all the examples, except the two mentioned above. For our example,
set the address to 192.168.2.x.
Click OK.
9. Close out of the Control Panel.
10. Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

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If Your Operating System Is Windows 2000/XP
1. Click Start | Settings | Control Panel. Double-click the Network and Dial-Up
Connections icon.
2. The Network and Dial-Up Connections screen displays. Right-click the Local Area
Connection icon and choose Properties.
3. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box displays.
·Select Internet Protocol [TCP/IP]. Once the protocol is selected, the name of
your adapter card should display in the Connect using box.
·Click the Properties button.
4. The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box displays. Set your workstation’s
IP Address.
·To set a Dynamic IP Address, check Obtain an IP Address Automatically. Dynamic
Addresses are used in the Examples Reference Document in Example 2 – Site B
and Example 3 – Site B.
·To set a Fixed IP Address, check Specify an IP address. Fixed Addresses are used
in all the examples, except the two mentioned above. Click OK.
5. Close out of the Control Panel.
6. Repeat these steps for each PC on your network.

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4 – Navigating the Screens
Buttons on the Main Menu
When you select a function by clicking the button at the top of the screen, the button will
change from red to blue denoting that this is now the active screen.
Buttons on the Function Screens
·Buttons at the Top of the Screen: These are the main function buttons. They allow
you to move from one function to another: Device Information, Device Status, Setup
Wizard, Advanced Settings, System Tools, and Help.
·Buttons on Side of the Screen: These are submenus under some of the main
functions. When you select one of these buttons, it will turn from red to blue denoting
that this is now the active selection.
·Links: Click on Main Menu to return to the Main Menu. Click on Logout to exit the
program.

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5 – Configuring the RF550VPN
About the Browser Interface
Initial configuration is required in order for you to begin operation. The browser-
based interface eases VPN configuration and management.
About IPSec
The VPN functionality is based on the IPSec protocol and uses 168-bit Triple DES
(3DES) encryption to ensure that your information remains private.
Start the RF550VPN Configuration
1. Connect your workstation.
Be sure your workstation is connected to one of the RF550VPN’s LAN ports.
2. Apply power.
Apply power to the RF550VPN RouteFinder and allow the LEDs to stabilize on
the unit.
3. Set the workstation IP address.
The directions for setting your workstation IP address are covered in Chapter 3.
4. Open a Web browser.
·At the Web browser’s address line, type the RF550VPN IP address
(http://192.168.2.1 (This is the default address of your RouteFinder).
·Press Enter.
Note: Make sure your PC’s address is on the same network as the router’s address.
WINIPCONFIG and IPCONFIG are tools for finding out a PC’s IP configuration: the default
gateway and the MAC address. In Windows 95/98/Me, type WINIPCONFIG. In Windows
2000/NT, type IPCONFIG.

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5. The Password dialog box displays.Type your network password.
·Type admin (admin is the default user name) in the user name box. Leave the
password box empty.
·Click OK. The Setup Wizard screen displays.
Note: To change your password, select Advanced Settings, and then choose
Administrative Settings. See the User Guide for details.
6. The Main Menu displays.
On the Main Menu, click the Setup Wizard button.

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Setup Wizard
When the Setup Wizard screen displays, the Setup Wizard button will turn
blue to indicate that the screen is active.
The following screen is the first Setup Wizard screen. From here you will follow a step-
by-step process that lets you input all of the basic settings to configure your RF550VPN.
– Time Zone Selection
Select the time zone, and then click the Next button to continue. You can also click the
buttons on the left side of the screen. These buttons are useful when you want to
change the information on individual screens or to choose your own setup order.

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– Device IP Settings
On this screen, enter the internal LAN IP address that you want to assign to the LAN
port of the RF550VPN. This is not the IP address from your ISP – it is the local internal
LAN IP address.
Device IP Address: The default IP address of your RF550VPN: 192.168.2.1.
Device IP Subnet Mask: The subnet mask can usually be left at its default of
255.255.255.0
Click the Next button.