Planet PRT-301W User manual

Powerline Wireless Router
PRT-301W
User s Manual

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, 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 aparticular 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:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance.(example-use only shielded interface cables when connect-
ing to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user sauthority to operate the equip-
ment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2 )this Device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environ-
ment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits,
human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm(8 inches) during normal opera-
tion.
R&TTE Compliance Statement

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This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9March 1999 on radio equipment and
telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity
(R&TTE)
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8,2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity
when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufac-
ture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Revision
User s Manual for PLANET Powerline Wireless Router
Model: PRT-301W
Rev: 1.0 (March, 2005)
Part No. EM-PRT301W

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................1
1.1 Package Contents...........................................................................................1
1.2 System Requirements....................................................................................1
1.3 Features...........................................................................................................1
1.4 Specification....................................................................................................2
1.5 Wireless Performance....................................................................................2
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION..................................................................5
2.1 Hardware Connection.....................................................................................5
2.2 LED Indicators.................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 3 INITIAL SETUP........................................................................................7
3.1 Overview..........................................................................................................7
3.2 Setup Wizard...................................................................................................7
CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED SETUP...............................................................................10
4.1 System...........................................................................................................10
4.1.1 SystemTime..........................................................................................10
4.1.2 Administrator Settings............................................................................10
4.1.3 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................11
4.1.4 Configuration Tools................................................................................11
4.1.5 MAC Clone.............................................................................................12
4.1.6 Status.....................................................................................................12
4.1.7 SystemLog............................................................................................13
4.1.8 Reboot...................................................................................................13
4.2 WAN................................................................................................................13
4.2.1 Dynamic IP.............................................................................................13
4.2.2 Static IP..................................................................................................14
4.2.3 PPPoE....................................................................................................14
4.2.4 PPTP......................................................................................................15
4.2.5 DNS.......................................................................................................15
4.3 LAN.................................................................................................................16
4.3.1 LAN Settings..........................................................................................16
4.3.2 DHCP Client List....................................................................................17
4.4 Wireless.........................................................................................................17
4.4.1 Wireless Settings...................................................................................17
4.4.2 SecuritySettings....................................................................................18
4.5 NAT.................................................................................................................18
4.5.1 Special Application.................................................................................18
4.5.2 Virtual Server.........................................................................................19
4.6 Firewall...........................................................................................................20
4.6.1 BlockWAN Ping....................................................................................20
4.6.2 Client Filtering........................................................................................20
4.6.3 MAC Control..........................................................................................21
4.6.4 DMZ.......................................................................................................21
4.7 Routing...........................................................................................................21
4.7.1 Static Routing.........................................................................................21
4.7.2 Dynamic Routing....................................................................................22
4.7.3 Routing Table List..................................................................................22
CHAPTER 5 POWERLINE NETWORK UTILITY........................................................23
5.1 Install the Powerline Network Utility...........................................................23
5.2 Use the Powerline Network Utility...............................................................23
APPENDIX ATROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................26

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Chapter1
Introduction
As the speedy network expansion, the transmitting medium is no longer restricted to physical
network cables. The technologies of wireless and powerline are growing more rapidly than
traditional wired networking. The PRT-301Wis multiple standards compliant with IEEE
802.3/802.3u for Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b/g for wireless LAN, and HomePlug Powerline Alliance
v1.0 for powerline network. It can easily accommodate to existing network, regardless of type.
Furthermore, the PRT-301Wcan combine three different types of networks into one and enjoy
the high speed of Ethernet, freedom of wireless and simplicity of powerline.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
n PRT-301W
n Dipole Antenna
n RJ-45 cable
n Quick Installation Guide
n User s manual
n Power Adapter
Note: If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
possible.
1.2 System Requirements
Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.
n One RJ-45 Broadband Internet connection
n One PC with an installed 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet card
n TCP/IP network protocol for each PC
n UTP network cable with RJ-45 connector
n Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later.
(5.0 and 4.7, respectively, are strongly recommended.)
1.3 Features
n Internet connection sharing for every node with one external IP
n Support Homeplug Powerline Alliance v1.0
n Support 802.11g wireless LAN, and 802.3/802.3u 10M/100MEthernet
n Three 10/100Mbps Auto-negotiation and Auto-MDIXswitching ports for flexibility network
connectivity
n 64-bit, 128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
n Web Configuration provide a user friendly interface for the user to configure through web
browser
n Support DHCP server and client
n Support MAC Filter

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1.4 Specification
Hardware
Port Four 10/100Base-TXports (WAN * 1, LAN * 3)
One powerline port
LED Indicators System: 1 LEDs; PWR
Powerline: 2 LEDs; LNK, ACT
Wireless: 1 LED; WLAN
LAN: 3 LEDs; LNK/ACT
WAN: 1 LED; WAN
Antenna One Dipole Antenna
Wireless LAN
Standard IEEE 802.11g
Signal Type DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation QPSK / BPSK / CCK/OFDM
Output Power 15dBm
Data Encryption 64 bit / 128 bit WEP encryption
Frequency 2.4GHz - 2.484GHz
Channel 11 Channels (FCC / US, Canada)
13 Channels (ETSI / Europe)
14 Channels (TELEC / Japan)
Data Rate 802.11b: 1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11 Mbps
802.11g: 6 / 9 / 12 / 18 / 24 / 36 / 48 / 54 Mbps
Internet Connectivity
Internet Connection Fixed IP, PPPoE, PPTP, Dynamic IP
Protocol TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, HTTP, RIPv1/v2
Advanced Function Virtual Server, DMZ
Powerline
Standard HomePlug Powerline Alliance v1.0
Data Rate Up to 14Mbps over powerline
1.5 Wireless Performance
The following information will help you utilizing the wireless performance, and operating cov-
erage of PRT-301W.
1. Site selection
To avoid interferences, please locate PRT-301Wand wireless clients away from trans-
formers, microwave ovens, heavy-duty motors, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, and other
industrial equipments. Keep the number of walls, or ceilings between AP and clients as

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fewas possible; otherwise the signal strength may be seriously reduced. Place PRT-
301Win open space to improve the coverage.
2. Environmental factors
The wireless network is easily affected by many environmental factors. Every environ-
ment is unique with different obstacles, construction materials, weather, etc. It is hard to
determine the exact operating range of PRT-301Win a specific location without testing.
3. Antenna adjustment
The bundled antenna of PRT-301Wis adjustable. Firstly install the antenna pointing
straight up, then smoothly adjust it if the radio signal strength is poor. But the signal re-
ception is definitely weak in some certain areas, such as location right down the antenna.
Moreover, the original antenna of PRT-301Wcan be replaced with other external anten-
nas to extend the coverage. Please check the specification of the antenna you want to
use, and make sure it can be used on PRT-301W.
4. WLAN type
If PRT-301Wis installed in an 802.11b and 802.11g mixed WLAN, its performance will
reduced significantly. Because every 802.11g OFDMpacket needs to be preceded by an
RTS-CTS or CTS packet exchange that can be recognized by legacy 802.11b devices.
This additional overhead lowers the speed. If there are no 802.11b devices connected, or
if connections to all 802.11b devices are denied so that PRT-301Wcan operate in 11g-
only mode, then its data rate should actually 54Mbps.

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Chapter2
Hardware Installation
2.1 Hardware Connection
Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about
the PRT-301W.
1. Locate an optimum location for the PRT-301W. The best place for your PRT-301W
is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile
stations.
2. Assemble the antenna to PRT-301W. Try to place them to aposition that can best
cover your wireless network. The antenna s position will enhance the receiving sensitivity.
3. Connect RJ-45 cable to PRT-301W LANport. Connect one of the LAN ports on PRT-
301Wto your LAN switch/hub with a RJ-45 cable.
4. Connect RJ-45 cable to PRT-301W WANport. Connect ADSL/Cable Modem to the
WAN port on PRT-301W.Use the cable supplied with your modem. If no cable was
supplied with your modem, please use a RJ-45 Ethernet cable.
5. Plug in power adapter and connect to power source. After power on, PRT-301Wwill
start to operate. In the mean time, PRT-301Wis connected to the powerline network.
Note: ONLYuse the power adapter supplied with the PRT-301W. Otherwise,
the product may be damaged.
2.2 LED Indicators
PWR Router with proper power connection.
LNK The LNK LED illuminates when a successful connection is made between
the PRT-301Wand another powerline device or network.
PLC
ACT The ACT LED is flashing when the PRT-301Wis actively sending or
receiving data over the powerline network.
LAN (1-3) The LAN LEDs serve two purposes. If the LED continuously illuminated,
the
PRT
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301W
is
successfully connected to a device through the corr
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sponding port (1, 2 or 3).
If the LED is flashing, the PRT-301Wis actively sending or receiving data
over that port.
WLAN The WLAN LED flashes when the wireless works.
WAN The WAN illuminates when the PRT-301Wis powered on and flashes when the PRT-301Wis actively sending or receiving data over the WAN
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Chapter3
InitialSetup
3.1 Overview
Web configuration provides a user-friendly graphical user interface (web pages) to manage
your PRT-301W. A PRT-301Wwith an assigned IP address allows you to monitor and config-
ure via web browser easily.
1. Open your web browser.
2. Enter the IP address of your PRT-301Win the address field (the default IP address is
192.168.1.1).
3. The homepage of PRT-301Wappears as below.
3.2 Setup Wizard
The Setup Wizard allowsyou to complete the initial configurations of PRT-301Wwith step-by-
step instructions.
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Select your time zone from the drop-downlist. If necessary, enable the “Daylight Saving”option
and configure the start and end time below. Click “NEXT”to continue.
Step 2:WAN Type
Select your Internet connection type in this page.
Step 3:WAN Settings
The contents of this page are depending on which option you selected in previous page.
Please obtain all necessary information from your ISP and fill the respective fields with proper
settings. Click “NEXT”to continue.
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Key in the IP address of your DNS server, if any. Click “FINISH”to complete the Setup Wizard.

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Chapter4
AdvancedSetup
4.1 System
The sub pages contained in System provide the basic configuration tools for the Router.
4.1.1 System Time
Set Time Zone Select your time zone from the drop-down list.
Daylight Saving Enable this option if necessary.
Start from
End by
If the above option is enabled, select the start and end time here.
4.1.2 Administrator Settings
You can change the administrator password and setup remote management options here.

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Password Settings
Current Password Enter the password value currently used here. There is no pass-
word by default. It is recommended to change the default setting for
better protection.
Password Enter the newpassword value in this field.
Re-type password Enter the newpassword again for confirmation.
Idle Time Out Specify the time that will elapse before the PRT-301Wtimes out of
a connection.
Remote Management
Enable Select to enable Remote Management option.
IP Address Type the IP address of the PC that can be used for remote man-
agement.
Port Specify the remote management port number.
4.1.3 Firmware Upgrade
You can upgrade the PRT-301Wwith newfirmware in this page.
1. Download the latest firmware from PLANET web site, and save it to your local disk.
2. Click “Browse…” and find out the location of the downloaded file.
3. Select the file and click “APPLY”to start the firmware upgrade.
4.1.4 Configuration Tools
Reset to Factory
Default Configuration
Use this option to restore your PRT-301Wwith factory default
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Backup Settings /
Restore Settings Use the "Backup Settings" tool to save the current configuration to
a file named "config.bin" on your PC. You can then use the
"Restore Settings" tool to restore the saved configuration.
4.1.5 MAC Clone
Host Name It is an optional setting, but may be required by some Internet Service
Provider.
MAC Address By default, this field is set to the MAC address of PRT-301W s WAN port.
If required by your Service Provider, you can also use the "Clone MAC
Address" button to copy the MAC address of the Network Interface Card
installed in your PC and replace the WAN MAC address.
4.1.6 Status
This page shows you the connection status for the PRT-301W's WAN/LAN interfaces, firmware
and hardware version numbers, and the number of connected clients to your network.

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4.1.7 System Log
This page displays all illegal attempts to access your network.
4.1.8 Reboot
Click “Reboot”to restart the PRT-301Win the event the system is not working properly.
4.2 WAN
The PRT-301Wsupports four types of Internet connections.
4.2.1 Dynamic IP
MTU (1400-1492)
Type the MTU value in the field. It is suggested to set it to 1492.
Pre-request IP You can leave this field blank if your ISP does not provide related
information.
BigPond If your ISP need you to do the BigPond login, please enable this option
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4.2.2 Static IP
If your ISP has assigned you a fixed IP address, enter the assigned IP address, subnet mask,
and Gateway address in respective field.
4.2.3 PPPoE
User Name Type your PPPoE username.
Password Type your PPPoE password.
Service Name This field is normally optional. However, it may require by some service
providers.
MTU (1400-1492)
Type the MTU value in the field. It is suggested to set it to 1492.
Connection Type
There are three options available.
Dial on Demand: when enabled, the PRT-301Wautomatically con-
nects to the Internet when the LAN PC activates web browser. The “Idle
Time”field specifies the time that will elapse before PRT-301Wtimes
out a connection.
ManuallyControl: manually controls the Internet connection by the
buttons on the “Status”page.
Always On: keeps an always-on Internet connection.

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4.2.4 PPTP
PPTP Account Type your PPTP account.
PPTP Password Type your PPTP password.
Host Name Type the host name if your ISP provides you the related informa-
tion.
Service IP Address Type the service IP address your ISP provides.
MyIP Address Type the IP address your ISP assigns to you.
MySubnet Mask Type the subnet mask your ISP provides.
Connection ID Type the connection ID if your ISP provides you the related informa-
tion.
MTU (1400-1460) Type the MTU value in this field. It is suggested to set it to 1460.
Maximum Idle Time Specify the time that will elapse before PRT-301Wtimes out a
connection.
Auto-reconnect With this option enabled, PRT-301Wwill try to rebuild the Internet
connection once the link is down.
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DNS Address Type the DNS address if your ISP provides you the related informa-
tion.
SecondaryDNS
Address Type the secondary DNS address for redundant use.
4.3 LAN
4.3.1 LAN Settings
IP Address This is the LAN IP address of this router. The default value is
192.168.1.1.
Subnet Mask It is fixed to 255.255.255.0
DHCP Server Enables this option to allowthe router to automatically assign IP
address to the LAN clients.
Starting Address Type the start IP address of the IP pool.
Ending Address Type the end IP address of the IP pool.
Lease Time Select the proper expired duration of the IP leased by PRT-301W.
Local Domain
Name Type the local domain name in this field. It is an optional field.