Open iConnectAccess621 Use and care manual

iConnectAccess621
Technical Reference / User Guide

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Copyright© 2006 OPEN Networks Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. The content of this manual is subject to change
without notice. The information and messages contained herein are proprietary to OPEN Networks Pty Ltd. No
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Rev.: 1
Date Released: February 2006

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Table Of Contents
Document Conventions........................................................................................ 5
Introduction........................................................................................................... 6
System Requirements .......................................................................................... 7
Host Operating Systems Support For USB:...................................................... 7
Web Browser Support:...................................................................................... 7
Your iConnectAccess621 At A Glance................................................................ 8
Ports And Buttons ............................................................................................. 8
Reset ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Front LED Panel ............................................................................................. 10
Installing Your iConnectAccess621 .................................................................. 11
Before You Begin............................................................................................ 11
Configuring Your Ethernet Network Card / Installing Your USB Device.......... 11
Configuring Your Ethernet Network Card........................................................ 12
For Windows® 98 Second Edition / Windows® Me .............................................................. 12
For Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP.................................................................................... 13
Installing The USB Device Driver.................................................................... 14
Installing The USB Device Driver – Windows® 98 SE........................................................ 14
Installing The USB Device Driver - For Windows® Me........................................................ 15
Installing The USB Device Driver - For Windows® 2000..................................................... 15
Installing The USB Device Driver - For Windows® XP ........................................................ 16
Setting Up Your iConnectAccess621 ................................................................ 17
Default Settings............................................................................................... 17
Log Into Your iConnectAccess621.................................................................. 18
Home Tab............................................................................................................. 19
Setup Tab............................................................................................................. 20
LAN Set Up ..................................................................................................... 21
Accessing The LAN Configuration Screen.......................................................................... 21
Enabling DHCP............................................................................................... 21
Management IP............................................................................................... 24
To Change The iConnectAccess621 IP Address:............................................................... 24
Wide Area Network (WAN) Setup ................................................................... 26
Connection Types ........................................................................................... 27
PPPoE Connection Type Set Up: ....................................................................................... 27
PPPoA Connection Type Set Up: ....................................................................................... 30
Bridged Connection Type Set Up:....................................................................................... 33
Static Connection Type Set Up: .......................................................................................... 36
DHCP Connection Type Set Up:......................................................................................... 39
Classical IP Over ATM (CLIP) Connection Set Up ............................................................. 42
Modify An Existing Connection ....................................................................... 44
Modem Set Up ................................................................................................ 45
Advanced Tab ..................................................................................................... 47

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UPnP............................................................................................................... 47
SNTP .............................................................................................................. 49
SNMP.............................................................................................................. 51
IP QoS ............................................................................................................ 53
LAN Clients ..................................................................................................... 57
LAN Isolation................................................................................................... 58
Bridge Filters................................................................................................... 59
Multicast.......................................................................................................... 62
Static Routing.................................................................................................. 64
Dynamic Routing............................................................................................. 66
Firewall ................................................................................................................ 68
Port Forwarding .............................................................................................. 68
Custom Port Forwarding ..................................................................................................... 71
Enable Incoming ICMP Ping ........................................................................... 72
Access Control................................................................................................ 73
DMZ Configuration.......................................................................................... 75
IP Filters.......................................................................................................... 77
Tools .................................................................................................................... 79
Remote Log .................................................................................................... 80
User Management .......................................................................................... 82
Update Gateway ............................................................................................. 84
Ping Test......................................................................................................... 85
Modem Test .................................................................................................... 86
Save / Restart ................................................................................................. 88
Status................................................................................................................... 89
Network Statistics ........................................................................................... 90
Connection Status........................................................................................... 91
DHCP Clients.................................................................................................. 92
Modem Status................................................................................................. 93
Product Information......................................................................................... 94
System Log ..................................................................................................... 95
Index .................................................................................................................... 96

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Document Conventions
When using this manual, certain words are represented in different fonts, typefaces, and
weights. This highlighting is systematic: different words are represented in the same
style to indicate their inclusion in a specific category. The types of words represented in
this way are listed in the following table:
Type Face Used For:
Bold Typeface
 GUI tabs;
 GUI menu items;
 Window and screen buttons
Italics
 Window, dialog and screen names:
 Titles;
 Field names.
User-entered data Data entered by the user
<Bold> Computer keyboard commands
Also, different strategies are used to draw your attention to certain pieces of information.
In order of how critical the information is to your system, these items are marked as Note,
Tip or Warning. For example:
NOTE:

NOTE:
If you need to use the VPI and VCI values in an existing connection, you
will need to open it and edit the setting. It is not possible to have more
than one connection using the same VPI/VCI values.
TIP:
TIP:
Ensure your computer is configured for DHCP mode and that proxies
are disabled in your browser.
You must also ensure that JavaScript support is enabled in browser
settings, so that the browser does not display a login redirection screen.
Finally, if any screen other than the Login screen appears, you may
need to delete your temporary Internet files. (ie, basically flush the
cached web pages).
WARNING:
WARNING!
WARNING!
If you need to use the VPI and VCI values in an existing connection, you
will need to open it and edit the setting. It is not possible to have more
than one connection using the same VPI/VCI values.

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your iConnectAccess621. Fully-featured, it is the
perfect high-speed ADSL Modem WAN bridge/router, specifically designed to connect
your computer or LAN to the Internet and directly connect to your local area network via a
high speed 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port.
The iConnectAccess621’s extensive routing and bridging functions render it a flexible and
scaleable platform for multiple users to access the Internet. Features include port
forwarding and VPN pass-through, along with the ability to enable public or private
Intranet solutions through a single IP address, using its RIP v 1 / 2 routing engine or
NAPT features.
The highest levels of security are implemented in the iConnectAccess621, including
Stateful Packet Inspection firewall and DMZ support for a full suite of security options
against malicious intruders.
The iConnectAccess621 is fully compatible with all computers which support an Ethernet
interface and are running a TCP/IP protocol stack. So, plug in the iConnectAccess621
(refer to the Quick Start Guide), configure it (per your ISP’s instructions) and enjoy fast
Internet access as never before!

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System Requirements
A Pentium® MMX 233MHz or greater computer, installed with the following:
 CD-ROM drive;
 Ethernet card installed with TCP/IP Protocol (required only if you are
connecting to the Ethernet port of your router);
 USB Port (required only if you are connecting to the USB Port of your
router);
Host Operating Systems Support For USB:
 Windows® 98 Second Edition;
 Windows® 2000;
 Windows® Me;
 Windows® XP;
 OS independent for Ethernet.
Web Browser Support:
 Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 (or later versions);
 Netscape® Navigator 3.02 (or later versions).

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Your iConnectAccess621 At A Glance
The iConnectAccess621 has different ports and LEDs. The following list details these:
Ports And Buttons
ADSL
The grey phone cable connects from the ADSL port of the iConnectAccess621 to the
ADSL port of your line filter. (ADSL Line)
USB
The blue USB cable connects from the USB port of the iConnectAccess621 to the USB
port on your computer / notebook.
ETHERNET
The yellow Ethernet cable connects from the Ethernet port of the iConnectAccess621 to
the Ethernet LAN port of your computer.
RESET
This button resets your iConnectAccess621 to factory default settings. (All customized
settings will be lost when you perform a reset.)
DC
The power cable connects from the DC port of the iConnectAccess621 to the mains
power outlet. Remember to use only the power cable supplied with your
iConnectAccess621, and ensure you switch the power switch to the ON position.

NOTE:
As each of the cables is connected, the corresponding LED will light up on
the front of the iConnectAccess621.

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Reset
Reset And Restore To Factory Defaults:
The Restore To Factory Defaults feature will reset the iConnectAccess621 to its factory
default configuration. If configuration details in the router are changed, or following a
firmware upgrade, you may lose the ability to configure it via the web interface. In order
to restore this functionality, you may need to reset it to factory defaults.
To Reset The iConnectAccess621:
 Ensure that the iConnectAccess621 has been powered on for a minimum
of 10 seconds.
 Use a blunt implement, such as a pencil or paperclip to press the reset
button for 10 seconds, then release it.

NOTE:
During this time the reset is in progress. Do NOT power the
iConnectAccess621 off whilst it resets.
The iConnectAccess621 will be reset to its factory defaults and once the indicator lights
have returned to green (non-blinking), the reset is complete.

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Front LED Panel
The following table displays the LED Status of each of the iConnectAccess621’s LEDs
and the definitions of each:
ADSL Front
Panel LED
LED Status Definition
Steadily Lit Up PPP connection to iConnectAccess621 is established.
PPP
Flickering N/A
Steadily Lit Up Power is supplied to the iConnectAccess621.
PWR Flickering N/A
Steadily Lit Up ADSL connection is established.
DSL Flickering Router is trying to establish connection with ADSL
Service Provider.
Steadily Lit Up iConnectAccess621 Ethernet cable is properly
connected to Computer Ethernet port.
ETH/ACT
Flickering Ethernet is transmitting / receiving data.
Steadily Lit Up USB connection is established.
USB Flickering USB port is transmitting / receiving data