Planet WRT-413 User manual

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802.11g Wireless Broadband Router
WRT-413
User s Manual

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Copyright
Copyright2004 by PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be repro-
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All brand and product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence 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 commu-
nications. 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 turn-
ing 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 fromthat 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 onlyshielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices). Anychanges or modifications not expresslyapproved bythe partyresponsible for compliance could void the
user s authorityto operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Following twoconditions: (1) This de-
vice maynot cause harmful interference, and (2) this Device must accept anyinterference received, including interference
that maycause undesired operation.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. 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 operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
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 Equip-
ment and Satellite Earth Client Equipment) As of April 8,2000.

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Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it. However, spe-
cial 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 manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to
ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Revision
User s Manual for PLANET 54Mbps Wireless Broadband Router
Model: WRT-413
Rev: 1.0 (March. 2004)
Part No. EM-WRT413v1

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................1
WRT-413 Features...............................................................................................1
Package Contents.................................................................................................3
Physical Details.....................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION.....................................................................................6
Requirements........................................................................................................6
Procedure..............................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3 SETUP...................................................................................................8
Overview...............................................................................................................8
Configuration Program..........................................................................................9
Setup Wizard......................................................................................................11
LAN Screen.........................................................................................................14
Wireless Screen..................................................................................................16
Password Screen................................................................................................19
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION.........................................................................21
Overview.............................................................................................................21
Windows Clients..................................................................................................21
Macintosh Clients................................................................................................33
LinuxClients........................................................................................................33
Other UnixSystems............................................................................................33
Wireless Client Configuration..............................................................................34
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS................................................................35
Operation............................................................................................................35
Status Screen......................................................................................................35
Connection Status - PPPoE................................................................................36
Connection Status - PPTP..................................................................................39
Connection Status - L2TP...................................................................................40
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond.................................................................41
Connection Details - SingTel RAS......................................................................42
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address.................................................45
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES.....................................................................47
Overview.............................................................................................................47
Access Control....................................................................................................47
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)................................................................54
Advanced Internet Screen...................................................................................56
Virtual Servers.....................................................................................................60
WAN Port Configuration......................................................................................64
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION.........................................................67
Overview.............................................................................................................67
Config File...........................................................................................................68
Logs....................................................................................................................69

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Network Diagnostics............................................................................................71
Options................................................................................................................72
PC Database.......................................................................................................74
Remote Admin....................................................................................................78
Routing................................................................................................................79
Security...............................................................................................................83
Upgrade Firmware...............................................................................................85
APPENDIX ATROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................86
Overview.............................................................................................................86
General Problems...............................................................................................86
Internet Access...................................................................................................86
Wireless Access..................................................................................................87
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS................................................................88
Modes.................................................................................................................88
BSS/ESS.............................................................................................................88
Channels.............................................................................................................88
WEP....................................................................................................................89
Wireless LAN Configuration................................................................................89
APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................90
Multi-Function WRT-413.....................................................................................90
Wireless Interface...............................................................................................90
RegulatoryApprovals..........................................................................................91

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Chapter1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the WRT-413's features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your WRT-413. It is a multi-function device providing the following services:
• Shared Broadband Internet Access for all users.
• 4-Port Switching Hub for 10Base-Tor 100Base-TX connections.
• Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Clients.
Figure 1: WRT-413
Features
WRT-413 incorporates manyadvanced features, carefullydesigned to provide sophisticated functions while
being easyto use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LANor WLANcan access the Internet through the WRT-413,
using onlyasingle external IPAddress. The local (invalid) IPAddresses are hidden fromexternal sources
and this process is called NAT(Network Address Translation).
• xDSL &Cable ModemSupported. The WRT-413 has a10/100Base-TXEthernet port for connecting
xDSL or Cable Modem.All popular xDSL and Cable Modemsare supported. SingTel RASand Big Pond
(Australia) login support is also included.
• PPPoE, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet connection supports
PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), SingTel RASand Telstra Big Pond
(Australia), as well as "Direct Connection"type services. Unnumbered IPwith PPPoE is also supported.
• Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WANport) connection, the WRT-413 supports both
Dynamic IPAddress (IPAddress is allocated on connection) and Fixed IPAddress.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such as interactive
Games, Telephony,and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind aFirewall,
is included.
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• Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers are
normallyblocked bythe Firewall. The abilityto define and allowsuch applications is provided, to enable
such applications to be used normally.
• Virtual Servers. This feature allowsInternet users to access the Internet services on your LAN. The
required setup is quick and easy.
• DDNS Support. DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allowsInternet users to connect to Virtual Servers on your LAN
using a domain name, even if your IPaddress is not fixed.
• Multi-DMZ. For each legal IPaddress allocated to you, one (1) PCon your local LANcan be configured
to allowunrestricted 2-waycommunication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides
the abilityto run programs which are incompatible with Firewalls.
• URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites byLAN users.
• Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
• Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LANusers to different groups, and
determine which Internet services are available to each group.
• VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN(Virtual Private Networking) software using PPTP,L2TP
and IPSec are transparentlysupported - no configuration is required.
Wireless Features
• Standards Compliant. The WRT-413 complies with the IEEE802.11g (DSSS) specifications for Wireless
LANs.
• Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Clients. The 802.11g standard provides for backward
compatibilitywith the 802.11b standard, so both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless clients can be used simulta-
neously.
• Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximumof 54Mbps are supported.
• WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) support. Supports WEP64 and WEP128.
• WPA-PSK support.
• Wireless MAC Access Control. The feature can check the MAC address of each wireless client to allows
access your LAN.
• Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, theycan be changed quicklyand easilyvia
the web configuration.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The WRT-413 incorporates a4-port 10/100Base-TXswitching hub, making it
easyto create or extend your LAN.
• DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides adynamic IP address to PCs and
other devices upon request. The WRT-413 can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LANand
WLAN.
• Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported, via the WRT-413's
RIP(Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing table.
Configuration & Management
• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser fromanywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configuration.
• Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration data fromthe WRT-413 to
your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file to the WRT-413.
• Remote Management. The WRT-413 can be managed fromanyPCon your LAN. And, if the Internet
connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.
• Network Diagnostics. You can use the WRT-413 to performa Ping or DNS lookup.

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• UPnP Support. UPnP(Universal Plug and Play)allowsautomatic discoveryand configuration of the
WRT-413. UPnPis bysupported byWindows Me, XP, or later.
SecurityFeatures
• Password -protected Configuration.Optional password protection is provided to prevent unauthorized
users frommodifying the configuration data and settings.
• Wireless LAN Security.WEP(Wired Equivalent Privacy)is supported, as well as Wireless access
control to prevent unknown wireless clients accessing your LAN.
• NAT Protection. Anintrinsic side effect of NAT(Network Address Translation) technologyis that by
allowing all users to share asingle IPaddress, the location and even the existence of each PCis hidden.
Fromthe external viewpoint, there is no network, onlya single device - the WRT-413.
• Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incoming server requests
are filtered, thus protecting your network frommalicious attacks fromexternal sources.
• Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your Internet connection with
invalid packets and connection requests, using so much bandwidth and so manyresources that Internet ac-
cess becomes unavailable. The WRT-413 incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• 1 x WRT-413
• 1 x Power Adapter
• 1 x Quick Installation Guide
• 1 x CD-ROM (includes manual)
• 1 x External Antenna
If anyof the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.

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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
POWER
1234
LNK/ACT
100STATUS
WAN
WLAN 802.11gWirelessRouter
LAN
Figure 2: Front Panel
Power LED On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Status (Red)
LED On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking -This LED blinks during start up, and during aFirmware Up-
grade.
LAN LEDs For each port, there are 2 LEDs
• LNK/ACT
• On - Corresponding LAN port is active.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN port.
• Flashing -Data is being transmitted or received via the corre-
sponding LAN port.
• 100
• On - Corresponding LAN port is using 100Base-TX.
• Off -Corresponding LANport connection is using 10Base-T,or
no active connection.
WAN LED On -Connection to the Broadband Modemattached to the WANport is
established.
Off - No connection to the Broadband Modem.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
WLAN LED On -Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is readyfor
use.
Off - No Wireless connection available.
Flashing -Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless interface
of WRT-413. Data includes "network traffic"as well as user
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Rear Panel
12V DC
4321WANANT
RESET
+
Figure 3: Rear Panel
Power (12V DC) Connect the supplied power adapter here.
LAN port (1-4)
10/100Base-TX Use standard LAN cables (with RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports.
If required, anyport can be connected to another hub/switch. Any
LAN port will automaticallyfunction as an "Uplink"port when
necessary.
WAN port
(10/100Base-TX) Connect the xDSL or Cable Modemhere. If your modemcame with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.
Reset Button This button has two (2) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the WRT-413 will reboot.
• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data
and restore ALL settings to the factorydefault values.
To Clear All Data and restore to factorydefault:
1. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a fewseconds, until the RED
LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The WRT-413 is nowusing the factory
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Chapter2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the WRT-413.
Requirements
• Network cables connection. Use standard 10/100Base-TX network cables (UTP) with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IPprotocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account fromISPand either of axDSL or Cable modem(for WAN
port usage)
• Touse the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b or
IEEE802.11g specifications.
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the WRT-413.
Ensure the WRT-413 and the xDSL/Cable modemare powered OFF.
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For best Wireless reception and performance, the WRT-413
should be positioned in acentral location with minimum
obstructions between the WRT-413 and the PCs.
Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access
Points should use different Channels.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LANcables to connect PCs to the LANports on the WRT-413. Both 10Base-Tand 100Base-
TX connections can be used simultaneously.
If required, connect anyLANport to anormal port on another Hub/Switch, using astandard LANcable. The
LAN ports on the WRT-413 will automaticallyfunction as an "Uplink"port when required.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the xDSL or Cable modemto the WANport on the WRT-413. Use the cable supplied with your
xDSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, please use a standard cable.
4. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or xDSL modem.
• Power on WRT-413. Use onlythe provided power adapter to connect. Using a different one maycause
WRT-413 hardware damage
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN LNK/ACT LED should be ON (when the connected PC is ON.)
• The WAN LED should be ON.
• The WLAN LED should be ON
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Chapter3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of WRT-413.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Wireless setup
• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.
PCs on your local LAN mayalso require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration.
Other configuration mayalso be required, depending on the features and functions of the WRT-413 you wish to
use. Refer to the table belowto locate detailed instructions for the required functions.
To Do this: Refer to:
Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:
PC Configuration
Check WRT-413 operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use anyof the following Advanced features:
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Advanced Internet (Special Applications, DMZ, URL
Filter)
• Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)
• WAN Port Setup
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Use anyof the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• Config File download/upload
• Logs
• Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)
• Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP, Firewall)
• PC Database
• Remote Management
• Routing (RIPand static Routing)
• Securitysettings
• Firmware Upgrade
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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Configuration Program
The WRT-413 contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web
Browser that has support JavaScript.
The configuration programhas been tested on the following browsers:
• Netscape V4.08 or later
• Internet Explorer V4 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the WRT-413, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the WRT-413. The PC and the WRT-413 must be directly
connected (using the LAN port on the WRT-413) or on the same LAN segment.
• The WRT-413 must be installed and powered ON.
• If the WRT-413's default IPaddress (192.168.0.1) is alreadyused byanother device, the other device must
be turned OFF until the WRT-413 is allocated a newIPAddress during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows systemsupports UPnP, an icon for the WRT-413 will appear in the systemtray, notifying you
that a newnetwork device has been found, and offering to create a newdesktop shortcut to the newly-discovered
device.
• Unless you intend to change the IPAddress of the WRT-413, you can accept the desktop shortcut.
• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnPdevices in My Network Places
(previouslycalled Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the WRT-413 (either on the Desktop, or in My Network Places) to start the
configuration. Refer to the following section Setup Wizard for details of the initial configuration process.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection fromyour PC to the WRT-413:
1. After installing the WRT-413 in your LAN.
2. Set your PC as a DHCPclient and start. If your PC is alreadyrunning, restart it.
3. Start your WEB browser.
4. In the Address field, enter "HTTP://"and the IPAddress of the WRT-413, as in this example, which uses the
WRT-413's default IPAddress:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
The default password is blank, so your will not be prompted for a password. However, you should assign a
password to your WRT-413. Please refer to the Password section later in this chapter for details.

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If you can't connect WRT-413 configure screen
If the WRT-413 does not respond, check the following:
• The WRT-413 is properlyinstalled, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered
ON. You can test the connection byusing the "Ping"command:
• Open the MS-DOS windowor command prompt window.
• Enter the command:
ping 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your
PC's IPaddress is not compatible with the WRT-413's IPAddress. (See
next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IPAddress, its IPAddress must be within the range
192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the WRT-413's default IP
Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, the Network Mask must be set to 255.255.255.0.
See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for details on checking your PC's TCP/IP
settings.
• Ensure that your PC and the WRT-413 are in the same network segment. (If
you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
• Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface. The Wireless interface can only
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the WRT-413, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will
also run if the WRT-413's default settings are restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
• You need to knowthe type of Internet connection service used byyour ISP. Check the data supplied by
your ISP.
• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be established.
3. If the connection test fails:
• Check your settings, Cable/xDSL modemstatus and all physical connections.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly, as ISPprovided.
• If using a Cable modem, your ISPmayhave recorded the MAC address of your PC. Run the Wizard,
and on the Cable Modem screen, use the "Clone MAC address"button to copythe MAC address from
your PC to the WRT-413.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IPAddress Your IPAddress is allocated automatically, when you connect
to you ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's mayrequire
you to use a particular Hostname,
Domain name, or MAC (physical)
address.
Static (Fixed)
IPAddress
Your ISPgives a permanent IP
Address to you. IPAddress allocated to you.
Some ISP's mayalso require you to
use a particular Hostname, Domain
name, or MAC (physical) address.
xDSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IPAddress Your IPAddress is allocated automatically, when you connect to
you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IPAddress Your ISPallocates a permanent IP Address to you. IPAddress allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISPonlywhen
required. The IPaddress is usually
allocated automatically.
User name and password.
PPTP PPTP is mainlyused in Europe.
You connect to the ISPonlywhen
required. The IPaddress is usually
allocated automatically, but maybe
Static (Fixed).
• Server IPAddress.
• User name and password.
• IPAddress allocated to you,
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Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IPAddress Your IPAddress is allocated automatically, when you connect to
you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IPAddress Your ISPallocates a permanent IP Address to you. IPAddress allocated to you.
Big Pond (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• Big Pond Server IPaddress
SingTel RAS
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• RAS Plan

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Home Screen
After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this
screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 5: Home Screen
Navigation & Data Input
• Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the "Back"button on your Browser, for navigation.
• Changing to another screen without clicking "Save"does NOTsave anychanges you mayhave made. You
must "Save"before changing screens or your data will be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
displayhelp for that screen.
From anyhelp screen, you can access the list of all
help index.

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LAN
Click the LAN option on the main menu to reach the LAN configuration. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 6: LAN Screen
Parameters
TCP/IP
IP Address IPaddress for the WRT-413, as seen fromthe local LAN. Use the
default value unless the address is alreadyin use or your LAN is using
a different IPaddress range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP
Address fromwithin the range used byyour LAN.
Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")
networks. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN
segment to which the WRT-413 is attached (the samevalue as the PCs
on that LAN segment).
DHCP Server • If Enabled, the WRT-413 will allocate IPAddresses to PCs
(DHCPclients) on your LANwhen theystart up. The default (and
recommended) value is Enabled.
• If you have alreadyaDHCPServer, this setting must be “Dis-
abled”,and the existing DHCPserver must be re-configured to
treat the WRT-413 as the default Gateway.See the following sec-
tion for further details.
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values
used bythe DHCPserver when allocating IPAddresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCPclients
supported.
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Buttons
Save Save the data on screen.
Cancel The "Cancel"button will discard anydata you have entered and reload
the file fromthe WRT-413.
DHCP
What DHCP Does
ADHCP(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates avalid IPaddress to aDHCP Client (PCor
device) upon request.