Planet WRT-405 User manual

22Mbps WirelessBroadbandRouter
WRT-405
User’s Manual

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Copyright2002 by PLANETTechnologyCorp.All rights reserved.Nopart of this publication may
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damages resulting fromany defectin the software. Further, this company reserves the right to revise
this publication andto make changes fromtime to time in the contentshereof without obligationto
notify any person of such revision or changes..
All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks
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FederalCommunication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has beentested and found to comply with the limitsforaClass Bdigital device,
pursuant to Part 15of FCCRules.These limitsaredesigned to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in aresidential 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 aparticular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by oneor more of the followingmeasures:
1.Reorient orrelocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between theequipment andreceiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit differentfrom thatto whichthe receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution:
Toassure continued compliance.(example-use onlyshielded interface cableswhen connecting to
computeror peripheral devices). Any changesor modifications not expressly approved bythe party
responsible for compliance could void theuser’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This devicecomplieswith Part15 of the FCCRules. Operation issubject to the Following two
conditions:(1) Thisdevice maynot cause harmful interference, and(2 )this Device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FederalCommunication Commission (FCC)RadiationExposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In
order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCCradio frequencyexposure limits,humanproximity
to the antennashall not be less than 20cm(8 inches)during normal operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with all therequirements ofDIRECTIVE 1999/5/CEOFTHE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENTANDTHECOUNCIL OF 9March1999onradio equipment and telecommunication
terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity(R&TTE)
The R&TTEDirectiverepeals and replacesinthedirective 98/13/EEC(Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment)As of April 8,2000.
Safety
This equipment isdesigned with the utmostcare for the safety of those who install and use it. However,
special attention mustbe paidto the dangers of electric shock andstatic electricitywhen working with
electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed
at all times to ensure the safe useof the equipment.
Revision
User’sManual forPLANET Wireless Broadband Router
Model: WRT-405
Rev: 1.0 (November.2002)
Part No. EM-WRT405v1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................1
1.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS .....................................................................................................1
1.2SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS................................................................................................1
1.3FEATURES.....................................................................................................................1
1.4SPECIFICATION..............................................................................................................2
1.5LED INDICATORS...........................................................................................................3
CHAPTER 2 HARDWAREINSTALLATION...........................................................................3
2.1HARDWARE CONNECTION...............................................................................................3
CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURE THROUGH WEBBROWSER.....................................................5
3.1MAIN............................................................................................................................5
3.1.1 LAN & DHCPServer............................................................................................5
3.1.2 WAN.....................................................................................................................6
3.1.3 Password.............................................................................................................7
3.1.4 Time.....................................................................................................................8
3.2 WIRELESS.....................................................................................................................9
3.2.1 Basic....................................................................................................................9
3.2.2 WEP.....................................................................................................................9
3.2.3 Advanced...........................................................................................................10
3.3STATUS.......................................................................................................................11
3.3.1 DeviceInformation..............................................................................................11
3.3.2 Log.....................................................................................................................12
3.3.3 Log Settings.......................................................................................................12
3.3.4 Statistic..............................................................................................................13
3.3.5 Wireless.............................................................................................................14
3.4ROUTING ....................................................................................................................14
3.4.1 Static..................................................................................................................14
3.4.2 Dynamic.............................................................................................................15
3.4.3 Routing Table.....................................................................................................16
3.5ACCESS......................................................................................................................17
3.5.1 User Group.........................................................................................................17
3.5.2 Protocol Filter.....................................................................................................17
3.5.3 IP Filter...............................................................................................................19
3.5.4 VirtualServer......................................................................................................19
3.5.5 Special AP..........................................................................................................20
3.5.6 DMZ...................................................................................................................21

3.5.7 Firewall Rule......................................................................................................22
3.6MANAGEMENT.............................................................................................................23
3.6.1 SNMP................................................................................................................23
3.6.2 RemoteManagement.........................................................................................24
3.7TOOLS........................................................................................................................24
3.7.1 Restart...............................................................................................................24
3.7.2 Settings..............................................................................................................25
3.7.3 Firmware............................................................................................................26
3.7.4 Ping Test............................................................................................................27
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................................28
4.1FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ..................................................................................28
4.2GLOSSARY..................................................................................................................29

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasingWRT-405. This devicefeatures thelatest innovation wirelesstechnology
making the wireless networkingworld happened. This manual guides you on how to install and properly
use the WRT-405 in order to take full advantage of its features.
1.1 PackageContents
Make sure that you have the following items:
• One WRT-405
• One AC Power Adapter
• One User’s Manual CD
• One Quick Installation Guide
Note:
If any of the above itemsare missing, contact yoursupplieras soon
as
possible.
1.2 System Requirements
Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.
• Pentium Based (And Above)IBM-Compatible PC System
• CD-ROMdrive
• Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP Operating System withTCP/IPprotocol
1.3 Features
• Utilize Direct Sequence SpreadSpectrum (DSSS)Technologyand supportthe modulation
of Packet Binary Convolutional Code (PBCC)mode to provide robust,
interference-resistant solution in a multi-user environment
• Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b compliant
• Auto Fall-Back Data Rate for Long-Distance Communication and NoisyEnvironments
• High-Speed Data Transmitter Rate Up to 22 Mbps
• Features Roaming, Best Access Point Selection, and Network TrafficFiltering
• 64bit, 128bit and 256bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
• WebConfiguration provide auser friendly interface forthe userto configurethrough web
browser
• Support DHCP Server
• Support MAC Filter
• Support telnet and SNMP
• Build-in 4 -port switch
• Provides Setup Wizard forthe user to configure easily in the first time

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1.4 Specification
Standard IEEE 802.11b Compliant
Signal Type DSSS (DirectSequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation QPSK / BPSK /CCK/ PBCC
Port Five 10/100Base-TX (WAN*1,LAN*4)
Antenna Dual Dipole Antenna
Data Encryption 64 bit/ 128 bit / 256bitWEP encryption
Frequency 2.4GHz - 2.484GHz
Sensitivity -78dBm (@PER8%, 22Mbps)
Channel 11Channels (FCC/US, Canada)
13 Channels(ETSI/urope)
14 Channels(TELEC/Japan)
Data Rate Up to 22Mbps (withautomatic scale back)
LEDIndicators WLAN Act,Dial, Power
LAN:Link/Act* 4, Full/Col*4, 100Mbps *4
WAN: Link/Act * 1,Full/Col* 1, 100Mbps * 1
Power
Requirement 5V DC,2.5A
Power
Consumption TX power consumption: <650mA RX power consumption <350mA
Sleep Mode power consumption: 20mA
Temperature Operating :0 ~ 55 degree C
Storage: -20 ~70degree C
Humidity Operating: 0 ~ 95%
Storage:0 ~ 95% Non-Condensing
Dimensions 200 x150 x 60 mm
Output Power 15dBm

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Chapter 2 HardwareInstallation
Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessarythat you have enough information about the
WRT-405.
2.1 Hardware Connection
1. Locate an optimumlocation forthe WRT-405. The bestplace foryourWRT-405 is usually at
the center of yourwireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Adjust the antennas ofWRT-405. Tryto adjust them to aposition that can bestcoveryour
wireless network. The antenna’sposition will enhance the receiving sensitivity.
3. Connect RJ-45 cable to WRT-405 LAN port. Connect one of the LAN portson WRT-405 to your
LAN switch/hub with a RJ-45 cable.
4. Connect RJ-45 cable to WRT-405 WAN port. Connect ADSL/CableModem to the WAN port on
WRT-405. Use the cable suppliedwith yourmodem.If nocable was suppliedwith your modem,
please use a RJ-45 Ethernet cable
5. Plug in poweradapterand connecttopower source.Afterpoweron, WRT-405 will start to
operate.
Note: ONLYuse thepoweradaptersuppliedwiththeWRT-
405. Otherwise, the product may be
damaged.
Note: If you want to reset WRT-405 to default setti
ngs, press andhold theReset buttonover 5
seconds. And then waitfor10 seconds for WRT-405 restart.
2.2 LEDIndicators

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LED STATE MEANING
Green WLAN link status is onWLAN ACT
Blinking Green WLAN activity
Diag Green Indicates a connection error
Green Device poweronPWR
Off Device poweroff
Green Link is established
Blinking Green Packetsare transmitting orreceiving
LNK/ACT
Off Not connected
Green Full-duplexmode
Blinking Orange Collision has occurred
FDX/COL
Off Half-duplexmode
100 Green Port works on 100Mbps

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Chapter 3 Configure through Web Browser
Webconfiguration providesauser-friendly graphical user interface (web pages) to manage your
WRT-405. AWRT-405 with anassigned IP address will allowsyou to monitor and configure via web
browser(e.g.,MS Internet Exploreror Netscape).
1. Open your web browser.
2. Enter the IP address of yourWRT-405 in the address field (default IP address ishttp://192.168.1.1).
3. A User NameandPassword dialog boxwill appear. Pleaseenteryour User Name and Password here.
Default UserName and Passwordis “admin”. Click OK.
4. Then you will seethe WRT-405 web configuration page.
5. If this is yourfirst time to configure WRT-405, we will suggest you referto our Quick Installation Guide
to usetheSetup Wizard to configure. Setup Wizard will guide you to completethe configuration step
by step.
3.1 Main
3.1.1 LAN&DHCPServer
You can configure WRT-405’sIP settings andDHCPserverfunction in thisscreen. When
configuration is completed, please click “Apply”to save and restartWRT-405.
This page enablesyou to set LAN and DHCPproperties,suchas thehost name, IP address, subnet
mask, and domainname. LANand DHCP profilesarelisted intheDHCP table at thebottomof the
screen.