NETGEAR RT328 User manual

M1-RT328NA-0
August 1997
NETGEAR , Inc.
A Bay Networks Company
48105 Warm Springs Blvd.
Fremont, CA 94539
USA
Getting Started
Using FirstGear for the
Model RT328 ISDN Router
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© 1997 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
Bay Networks is a registered trademark of Bay Networks, Inc.
NETGEAR and FirstGear are trademarks of Bay Networks, Inc.
Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EN 55 022 Statement
This is to certify that the NETGEAR Model RT328 ISDN Router is shielded against the generation of radio interference
in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the
application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
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Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das Model RT328 ISDN Router gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 undVfg 46/
1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Testsender) kann
jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the Model RT328 ISDN Router has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out
in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters)
in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the
operating instructions.
Federal Office for TelecommunicationsApprovals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and
has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.
VCCI-2 Statement
This equipment is in the 2nd Class category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas.
When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference.
Read instructions for correct handling.
Customer Support
For assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or with post-installation questions or problems,
contact your point of purchase representative.
To contact customer support or to purchase additional copies of this document and publications for other NETGEAR
products, you can contact NETGEAR at the following numbers:
• Phone:
U.S./Canada:1-800-211-2069
Japan: 0031-1-26133
Europe: (44) 171-571-5120
Australia:1-800-14-20-46
• Fax:
U.S./Canada: 510-498-2609
World WideWeb
NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web Home Page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL)
http://NETGEAR.baynetworks.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or
Netscape are required.
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Contents
Preface
Purpose ............................................................................................................................ xi
Audience ........................................................................................................................... xi
Conventions ......................................................................................................................xii
Special Message Formats ..........................................................................................xii
Use of Enter, Type, and Press ....................................................................................xii
Other Conventions ....................................................................................................xiii
Related Publication ..........................................................................................................xiii
Chapter 1
Introduction
Using FirstGear ..............................................................................................................1-1
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................1-2
Checklists .......................................................................................................................1-2
ISDN Services Checklist ..........................................................................................1-2
European Services ............................................................................................1-3
North American Services ...................................................................................1-3
Network Checklist ....................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation
Connecting the Router ....................................................................................................2-1
Connecting to the ISDN Port ....................................................................................2-3
Connecting to the LAN Port .....................................................................................2-3
Using UTP LAN Cabling ....................................................................................2-3
Using Coaxial or Fiber LAN Cabling ..................................................................2-4
Connecting a Telephone, Fax, or Modem .................................................................2-4
Connecting Power and Verifying Installation ............................................................2-4
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Chapter 3
Configuring the Router Using FirstGear
Overview of FirstGear Configuration Utility ....................................................................3-1
Installation of FirstGear Configuration Utility ..................................................................3-2
Launching FirstGear .......................................................................................................3-2
Selecting IP Addresses forYour Network .................................................................3-3
Assigning an IP Address ..........................................................................................3-4
Choosing Between Quick or Advanced Configuration ....................................................3-5
Chapter 4
Quick Configuration for Internet Access
Quick Router Configuration ............................................................................................4-1
ISDN Line Information ..............................................................................................4-2
North America ISDN Configuration ...................................................................4-2
DSS1 ISDN Configuration .................................................................................4-3
IP Information ...........................................................................................................4-5
Call Profile ................................................................................................................4-6
Chapter 5
Advanced Configuration
Menu Bar Options ...........................................................................................................5-2
Advanced Router Configuration ......................................................................................5-3
System Menu Tab .....................................................................................................5-4
ISDN Menu Tab ........................................................................................................5-5
North America ...................................................................................................5-5
DSS1 .................................................................................................................5-7
LAN Menu Tab ..........................................................................................................5-9
ISP Menu Tab .........................................................................................................5-11
Remote Node Menu Tab ........................................................................................5-13
Selecting the More Option on the Remote Node Menu Tab ............................5-16
Dial-in Menu Tab ....................................................................................................5-17
User Profiles ...........................................................................................................5-20
Static Routes Menu Tab .........................................................................................5-22
Filters Menu Tab .....................................................................................................5-23
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Appendix A
Configuring TCP/IP
Configuring Windows 95 for IP Networking ................................................................... A-1
Index
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Figures
Figure 2-1. Router connections ..................................................................................2-2
Figure 3-1. Dialog box showing results of search ......................................................3-2
Figure 4-1. Quick Configuration ISDN Line Information screen (North America) .......4-2
Figure 4-2. Quick Configuration ISDN Line Information screen (DSS1) ....................4-3
Figure 4-3. Quick Configuration IP Information Screen ..............................................4-5
Figure 4-4. Quick Configuration Call Profile Screen ...................................................4-6
Figure 4-5. Quick Configuration Complete Screen .....................................................4-7
Figure 5-1. Advanced Router Configuration screen ...................................................5-3
Figure 5-2. ISDN menu tab (North America) ..............................................................5-5
Figure 5-3. ISDN menu tab (DSS1) ............................................................................5-7
Figure 5-4. LAN menu tab ..........................................................................................5-9
Figure 5-5. ISP menu tab .........................................................................................5-11
Figure 5-6. Remote Node menu tab .........................................................................5-13
Figure 5-7. Remote Node Configuration, continued screen .....................................5-16
Figure 5-8. Dial-in menu ...........................................................................................5-18
Figure 5-9. User Profile screen ................................................................................5-20
Figure 5-10. Static Routes Menu tab ..........................................................................5-22
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Tables
Table 5-1. Menu bar commands ...............................................................................5-2
Table 5-2. System menu tab fields ............................................................................5-4
Table 5-3. ISDN menu tab fields (North America) ....................................................5-6
Table 5-4. ISDN menu tab fields (DSS1) ..................................................................5-8
Table 5-5. LAN menu tab fields ...............................................................................5-10
Table 5-6. ISP menu tab fields ................................................................................5-12
Table 5-7. Remote Node menu tab fields ...............................................................5-14
Table 5-8. Remote Node Configuration, continued menu tab fields .......................5-16
Table 5-9. Dial-in Menu tab fields ...........................................................................5-19
Table 5-10. User Profile fields ...................................................................................5-21
Table 5-11. Static Routes Menu tab fields ................................................................5-23
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Preface xi
Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
™
Model RT328 ISDN Router.
The NETGEAR Model RT328 router provides connection for one or more PCs to the Internet or to
the office over inexpensive ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) lines. The router operates
at a speed of up to 512 kilobits per second (Kbps), or 128 Kbps without compression, and can
download video clips, music, or high-resolution color graphics from the World Wide Web or other
online services many times faster than an analog modem. The router supports concurrent data and
voice communications, reducing cost and administration of multiple phone lines.
Purpose
This guide provides instructions for the installation and use of FirstGear
™
, a configuration
software application for installing, configuring, and monitoring the Model RT328 router.
Audience
To configure and install the Model RT328 router, you should have the following background and
experience:
• Working knowledge of basic networking concepts and terminology
• Working knowledge of tools and procedures to install and operate sensitive electronic
equipment
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Conventions
This section describes the conventions used in this guide.
Special Message Formats
This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages.
Use of Enter,Type, and Press
This guide uses “enter,” “type,” and “press” to describe the following actions:
• When you read “enter,” type the text and press the Enter key.
• When you read “type,” type the text, but do not press the Enter key.
• When you read “press,” press only the alphanumeric or named key.
• When you read “click,” click the left mouse button.
Note:
This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Caution:
This format is used to highlight information that will help you prevent
equipment failure or loss of data.
Warning:
This format is used to highlight material involving possibility of injury or
equipment damage.
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Other Conventions
This guide uses the following additional conventions:
italics Book titles and UNIX file, command, and directory names.
Initial Caps Menu titles and window and button names.
Related Publication
For more information about the Model RT328 router, refer to the Reference Guide for the Model
RT328 ISDN Router (document part number M-RT328NA-0).
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Introduction 1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides information on choosing the method for configuring your NETGEAR
Model RT328 ISDN Router. This chapter also provides a list of items contained in the product
package and a checklist so you can make sure you are ready to install your router.
Using FirstGear
The FirstGear configuration utility for the Model RT328 router runs in a PC Windows environment
(Windows 95 and Windows NT) only:
You have the following choices when configuring your router.
• If the target network contains one or more PCs, the router can be configured from a PC using
FirstGear.
• If the target network consists of only Macintosh or UNIX systems, the router can be
configured offline on a PC using FirstGear.
• The router can be configured using the built-in Manager interface. Refer to the Reference
Guide for the Model RT328 ISDN Router for instructions on using the built-in Manager
interface.
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1-2 Introduction
Package Contents
The product package should contain the following items:
• Model RT328 ISDN Router
• AC Power Adapter, 16 V AC output
• 10-foot 10BASE-T Ethernet cable, normal wiring (white)
• 10-foot 10BASE-T Ethernet cable, crossover wiring (red)
• ISDN cable
• 9-pin RS-232 serial cable
• 9-pin D-connector to 25-pin D-connector adapter
• Reference Guide for the Model RT328 ISDN Router
• This manual
• One FirstGear Installation Diskette
• Warranty card
Call your dealer if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. Keep the carton, including the
original packing materials, to repack the router if there is a need to return it for repair.
Checklists
Check the following lists to make sure that your network is correctly configured and all
requirements are met. After your network is correctly configured and all requirements as defined
by the following checklists are met, you are ready to configure and install your router.
ISDN Services Checklist
The following requirements for European and North American services must be met in order to
successfully connect your router to the ISDN network.
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Introduction 1-3
European Services
The following requirements must be met for European services:
• Your ISDN circuit should conform to DSS1, NET3, or I-CTR3 standards.
• You should know the ISDN number(s) of your local and remote sites.
• If you require CLID (Calling Line Identification) for security, order the CLID option from
your local carrier.
North American Services
The Model RT328 router has been approved by Bellcore and has the IOC (ISDN Ordering Code)
“S” Capability, EZ-ISDN 1.You should provide this information to your telephone company when
you order your ISDN line.
In North America, you must configure your ISDN equipment according to the type of switch your
telephone company has in its local central office. For further information, refer to the Reference
Guide for the Model RT328 ISDN Router .
You must ask for the following information from your telephone company:
• The type of switch at your telephone company -- this may beAT&T 5ESS, Northern Telecom
DMS-100/DMS-250, or Siemens EWSD.
• Configuration mode of your ISDN line -- whether your line is configured in the standard
National ISDN mode or in a manufacturer-specific “custom” mode.
• The local directory number(s) assigned to your line.
• The Service Profile Identifiers (SPIDs) associated with the directory numbers.
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Network Checklist
Networks connected through the router must be properly configured for Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networking. For detailed information about configuring
Windows 95 for TCP/IP, refer to Appendix A, “Configuring TCP/IP.” For more information on
TCP/IP, refer to Chapter 1 of Reference Guide for the Model RT328 ISDN Router .
The Model RT328 router is capable of automatically assigning IP and gateway addresses to other
devices on the LAN, using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) feature. However,
for initial setup, at least one PC must be manually configured in order to use the FirstGear program
to access the Model RT328 router.
The TCP/IP configuration requirements are:
• The Model RT328 router and all workstations or PCs on your local area network must have
established IP addresses. These are typically assigned by your network manager or Internet
service provider (ISP), or you can assign private addresses if you are using the Network
Address Translator (NAT) feature.
•If you are using the NAT feature, one nonprivate IP address must be assigned to the router. The
nonprivate IP address can be in the form of a permanent static address or a temporary address
that is dynamically assigned each time your router calls the remote network or ISP. This
address will not be the same as the LAN IP address for your Model RT328 router.
• All workstations or PCs on your local network must have the LAN IP address of the
Model RT328 router defined either as the default gateway or as an entry in the static routes
table.
•The network portion (as determined by the netmask) of the IP addresses of your LAN must be
different from that of any remote networks that are connected.
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Hardware Installation 2-1
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation
This chapter provides instructions on how to install and connect the Model RT328 ISDN Router
to a PC for operation and configuration.
Connecting the Router
Even if your Model RT328 router is to be installed in a predominately Macintosh or UNIX
environment, you can connect it to a PC and configure it using FirstGear, as described in
Chapter 3, “Configuring the Router Using FirstGear.” After your router is configured, you can
then connect it back into your UNIX or Macintosh environment.
Follow the diagram in Figure 2-1 to find out about making router connections. For further
information about making each connection, refer to the sections that follow.
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Key:
1 = ISDN wall connection
2 = NETGEAR Model RT328 ISDN Router
3 = AC power adapter
4 = AUI connection
5 = UTP (10BASE-T) LAN connection to the PC or hub
6 & 7 = Analog device (telephone, fax, or modem)
Figure 2-1. Router connections
Warning:
Several of the connectors and connection cables are very similar to one
another. To prevent serious damage to the router, it is important that you use the specified
cable for each connection and that you connect the ports correctly.
AUI
LAN
POWER 16VAC UTP MGR ISDN-U PHONE 1 PHONE 2
7633EA
7
1
35
6
2
4
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