Sercomm IP706ST User manual

Multi-Function
Wireless Router
Wireless Access Point
Broadband Internet Access
4-Port Switching Hub
User's Guide

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 1
Wireless Router 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.............................................................................................................................20
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION................................................................................................... 21
Overview...........................................................................................................................................21
Windows Clients .............................................................................................................................21
Macintosh Clients...........................................................................................................................33
Linux Clients................................................................................................................................... 33
Other Unix Systems .......................................................................................................................33
Wireless Station Configuration ..................................................................................................34
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS.........................................................................................35
Operation..........................................................................................................................................35
Status Screen ..................................................................................................................................35
Connection Status-PPPoE...........................................................................................................37
Connection Status-PPTP.............................................................................................................39
Connection Status-Telstra Big Pond........................................................................................40
Connection Details-SingTel RAS.............................................................................................. 41
Connection Details-Fixed/Dynamic IP Address......................................................................43
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES ...............................................................................................45
Overview...........................................................................................................................................45
Advanced Menu Screen..................................................................................................................45
Advanced Internet Screen .............................................................................................................46
Access Control ................................................................................................................................50
Remote Management......................................................................................................................57
Virtual Servers ...............................................................................................................................58
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)........................................................................................61
Upgrade Firmware ..........................................................................................................................63
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION .................................................................................64
Overview...........................................................................................................................................64
PC Database.....................................................................................................................................65
Options.............................................................................................................................................. 69
Security............................................................................................................................................71
Logs................................................................................................................................................... 73
MAC Address..................................................................................................................................75
Routing .............................................................................................................................................76
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APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................80
Overview...........................................................................................................................................80
General Problems ...........................................................................................................................80
Internet Access ...............................................................................................................................80
Wireless Access .............................................................................................................................81
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS.........................................................................................83
Modes ................................................................................................................................................83
BSS/ESS...........................................................................................................................................83
Channels...........................................................................................................................................84
WEP................................................................................................................................................... 84
Wireless LAN Configuration.......................................................................................................84
APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................85
Multi-Function Wireless Router.................................................................................................85
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and ca-
pabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Router is a multi-
function device providing the following services:
•Shared Broadband Internet Accessfor all LAN users.
•4-Port Switching Hubfor 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
•Wireless Access Point for 802.11b Wireless Stations.
Figure1: Wireless Router
Wireless Router Features
The Wireless Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide
sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
•Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet
through the Wireless Router, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP
Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address
Translation).
•DSL & Cable Modem Support. The Wireless Router has a 10BaseT Ethernet port for
connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable Modems are supported.
SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia) login support is also included.
•PPPoE, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet (WAN
port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Pro-
tocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well as "Direct Connection" type
services.
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•Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Wireless
Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and
Fixed IP Address.
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 a Firewall, is included.
•SpecialInternet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or
port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such ap-
plications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.
•Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your
LAN. The required setup is quick andeasy.
•DMZ. One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way
communication with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to
run programs which are incompatible with Firewalls.
•URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
•Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
•VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software using
PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported -no configuration is required.
Wireless Features
•Standards Compliant. The Wireless Router complies with the IEEE802.11b (DSSS)
specifications for Wireless LANs.
•WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit and
128 Bit keys are supported.
•Access Control. The Access Control feature can ensure that only trusted Wireless
Stations can access your LAN.
•Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed
quickly and easily.
LAN Features
•4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switch-
ing hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
•DHCP Server Support. DynamicHost Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Router can act as a DHCP
Serverfor devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
•Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported,
via the Wireless Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static
routing table.
Configuration & Management
•Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configura-
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•Remote Management. The Wireless Router can be managed from any PC on your
LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the
Internet.
•UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con-
figuration of the Wireless Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.
Security Features
•Password-protected Configuration. Optional password protection is provided to
prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.
•Wireless LAN Security. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is supported, as well as
Wireless access control to prevent unknown wireless stations from accessing your LAN.
•NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation) tech-
nology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and even
the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no network, only a
single device -the Wireless Router.
•Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incom-
ing server requests are filtered, thus protecting your network from malicious attacks from
external sources.
•Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your
Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so much band-
width and so many resources that Internet accessbecomes unavailable. The Wireless
Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
•The Wireless Router Unit
•Power Adapter
•Quick Installation Guide
•CD-ROM containing the on-line manual.
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Physical Details
Front Panel
Figure 2: Front Panel
Status (Red)
LED On -Error condition.
Off -Normal operation.
Blinking -This LED blinks duringstart up.
Power LED On -Power on.
Off -No power.
LAN LEDs For each port, there are 2 LEDs
•Link/Act
•On -Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.
•Off -No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
•Flashing -Data is being transmitted or received via the corre-
sponding LAN (hub) port.
•100
•On -Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
•Off -Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using
10BaseT, or no active connection.
WAN LED On -Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN (Internet)
port is established.
Off -No connection to the Broadband Modem.
WLAN LED On -Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for
use.
Off -No Wireless connection available.
Flashing -Data is transmitted or received via theWireless access point.
This includes "network traffic" as well as user data.

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Rear Panel
Figure 3: Rear Panel
Reset Button This button has two (2) functions:
•Reboot. When pressed and released, the Wireless Router will
reboot (restart).
•Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data
and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holdin g the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the RED
LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The Wireless Router is now using the
factory default values.
WAN port
(10/100BaseT) Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.
10/100BaseT
LAN connections Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports.
Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Router.
Requirements
•Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
•TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
•For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable
modem (for WAN port usage)
•To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the
IEEE802.11b specifications.
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose anInstallation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Router.
Ensure the Wireless Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
For best Wireless reception and performance, the Access
Point should be positioned in a central location with mini-
mum obstructions between the Access Point and the PCs.
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should use different Channels.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless
Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Wireless Router. Use the cable
supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.
4. Power Up
•Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
•Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause 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 LANLink/Act LED should be ON (provided the PC is
also ON.)
•The WAN LED should be ON.
•The WLAN LED should be ON
For more information, refer to the Front Panel section in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Router.
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 may also require configuration. For details, seeChapter 4-PC Co n-
figuration.
Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the
Wireless Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the
required functions.
To Do this: Refer to:
Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:
PC Configuration
Check Wireless Router operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use any of the following Internet features:
•Special Applications
•DMZ
•Virtual Servers
•Dynamic DNS
•Remote Management
•Firmware Upgrade
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Use any of the following Advanced Configuration
settings:
•PC Database
•Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP, Firewall)
•Routing (RIP and static Routing)
Chapter 7
Advanced Configuration
Where use of a certain feature requires that
PCs or other LAN devices be configured, this
is also explained in the relevant chapter.
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Configuration Program
The Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure
it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration pro-
gram has been tested on the following browsers:
•Netscape V4.08 or later
•Internet Explorer V4 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the Wireless Router, please ensure that:
•Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless Router. The PC and the
Wireless Router must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the Wireless Router)
or on the same LAN segment.
•The Wireless Router must be installed and powered ON.
•If the Wireless Router's default IP Address (192.168.0.1) is already used by another device,
the other device must be turned OFF until the Wireless Router is allocated a new IP Ad-
dress during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the Wireless Router will appear in the
system tray, notifying you that a new network device has been found, and offering to create a
new desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.
•Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the Wireless Router, you can accept the
desktop shortcut.
•Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices inMy
Network Places(previously called Network Neighborhood).
•Double -click the icon for the Wireless Router (either on the Desktop, or inMy Network
Places) to start the configuration. Refer to the following sectionSetupWizardfor details of
the initial configuration process.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the Wireless Router:
1. After installing the Wireless Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already
running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. In theAddress box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the Wireless Router, as in this
example, which uses the Wireless Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
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If you can't connect
If the Wireless Router does not respond, check the following:
•The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is
powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:
•Open the MS-DOS window or 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 IP address is not compatible with the Wireless Router's IP Address.
(See next item.)
•If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range
192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the Wireless Router's default
IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, theNetwork Mask must be set to 255.255.255.0.
See Chapter 4 -PC Configurationfor details on checking your PC's TCP/IP
settings.
•Ensure that your PC and the Wireless Router are on the same network segment.
(If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)

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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The
Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default setting are restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
•You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check the
data supplied by your ISP.
•The common connection types are explained in the tables b elow.
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 data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
•Check that you have entered all data correctly.
•If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) address of
your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modemscreen, use the "Clone MAC ad-
dress" button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the Wireless Router.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require you
to use a particular Hostname,
Domain name, or MAC (physi-
cal) address.
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automati-
cally.
User name and password.
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PPTP Mainly used in Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automati-
cally, but may be Static (Fixed).
•PPTP Server IP Address.
•User name and password.
•IP Address allocated to
you, if Static (Fixed).
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when you con-
nect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Big Pond Cable (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
•User Name
•Password
•Big Pond Server IP address
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 top of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser, for
navigation.
•Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes you may
have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
display help for that screen.
From any help screen, you can access the list of all
help files (help index).
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LAN Screen
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. The example screen is shown
below.
Figure 6: LAN Screen
Data -LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address IP address for the Wireless Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use the
default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using
a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP
Address from within the range used by your LAN.
Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C") net-
works. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN segment
to which the Wireless Router is attached (the same value as the PCs on
that LAN segment).
DHCP Server •If Enabled, the Wireless Router will allocate IP Addresses to PCs
(DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start up. The default (and
recommended) value is Enabled.
•If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to
treat the Wireless Router as the default Gateway. See the follo wing
section for further details.
•The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values
used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients
supported.
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Buttons
Save Save the data on screen.
Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload
the file from the Wireless Router.

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DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Config uration Protocol)Serverallocates a valid IP address to a DHCP
Client (PC or device) upon request.
•The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).
•The DHCP Server provides theGateway andDNS addresses to the client, as well as
allocating an IP Address.
•The Wireless Router can act as aDHCP server.
•Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP client.
This is the default Windows setting for the TCP/IP network protocol. However, Windows
uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of "DHCP Client".
•You must NOT have two (2) or more DHCP Servers on the same LAN segment. (If your
LAN does not have other Routers, this means there must only be one (1) DHCP Server on
your LAN.)
Using the Wireless Router's DHCP Server
This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On this screen,
you can:
•Enable or Disable the Wireless Router'sDHCP Serverfunction.
•Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function.
You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices
while using DHCP, provided that the Fixed IP Addresses
are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.
Using another DHCP Server
You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another DHCP
Server, rather than the Wireless Router's, the following procedure is required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Wireless Router. This setting is on the LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Wireless Router's IP Address as the Default
Gateway.
To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 95/98/ME.
See Chapter 4-Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Wireless Screen
The Wireless Access Point settings must match the other Wireless stations. To change the
Wireless Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link
on the main menu to reach theWirelessscreen. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 7: Wireless Screen
Data -Wireless Screen
Identification
Regulatory
Domain It is illegal to use this device in any location outside of the regulatory domain.
Station name This is the same as the "Device Name" for the Wireless Router.
On your PC, some Wireless status screens may display this name as the
name of the Access Point in use.
SSID
(ESSID) •If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access points)
this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier).
•To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same
SSID/ESSID.
Options
Channel No. •Select the Channel you wish to use on your Wireless LAN.
•If you experience interference (shown by lost connections and/or
slow data transfers) you may need to experiment with different
channels to see which is the best.
•If using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use
different Channels to reduce interference.

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WEP data
encryption
•WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) status will display "Enabled" or
"Disabled", depending onwhether WEP is being used. If used,
data is Encrypted before being transmitted, making communication
more secure.
•Click the "Configure WEP" button to access the WEP sub-screen,
and view or change the WEP settings.
Access Point
Allow LAN
access by …
•All Wireless Stations -All wireless stations can use the access
point to access your LAN.
•Selected Wireless stations only-Only selected wireless stations
access your LAN. To select the required wireless stations, click the
"Select Stations" button.
Allow Internet
access by …
•All Wireless Stations -All wireless stations can use the access
point to access the Internet.
•Selected Wireless stations only-Only selected wireless stations
use the access point to access the Internet. To select the required
wireless stations, click the "Select Stations" button.
Buttons
Configure WEP Click this button to view the WEP sub-screen. See the following section
for more details.
Select Stations Click this button to select the required PCs.
Save Save the data on screen.
Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered since the
last "Save" operation.
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WEP Screen
This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure WEP" button on theWireless screen. An
example WEP screen is shown below. Note that in IE, the "Key Table" is only displayed when
required.
Figure 8: WEP Screen
Data -WEP Screen
WEP Data Encryption
Authentication
Type Select the appropriate value -"Open System" or "Shared Key". Check your Wireless card's documentation to see what method to use. Some
Wireless cards do not support both methods.
Encryption Off
•If OFF (default), data is NOT encrypted before being transmitted.
64 Bit Encryption
•If selected, data is encrypted, using the default key, before being
transmitted. The receiving station must be set to use 64 Bit Encryp-
tion, and have the same Key value in the same position in its key
table. Otherwise, it will not be able to decrypt the data.
•Default Key -select the key you wish to be the default. Transmitted
data is ALWAYS encrypted using the Default Key; the other Keys
are for decryption only.
•Key Table:
•This table is used when Encrypting and Decrypting data. All
stations, including this Access Point, always transmit data en-
crypted using their default key. Thekey number (1, 2, 3, 4) is
also transmitted. The receiving station will use the key number
(1, 2, 3, 4) to determine which key value to use for decryption.

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If the key value does not match the transmitting station, de-
cryption will fail.
•The easiest way to ensure there are no problems is to have
every Station, including the Access Point, use the same key
table (all entries identical).
128 Bit Encryption
•If selected, data is encrypted using the key before being transmit-
ted. The receiving station must be set to use 128 Bit Encryption,
and have the same Key value. Otherwise, it will not be able to de-
crypt the data.
•Key -Enter the key value you wish to use. Other stations must
have the same key.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router.
Figure 9: Password Screen
Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Router (on thePasswordscreen above)
you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. (If no password
has been set, this dialog will not appear.)
Figure 10: Password Dialog
•Leave the "User Name" blank.
•Enter the password for the Wireless Router, as set on thePassword screen above.

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Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal")
LAN.
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
•TCP/IP network settings
•Internet Access configuration
•Wireless configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless
Router.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The Wireless Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential that
the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC.
TCP/IP Settings -Overview
If using the default Wireless Router settings, and the default Windows
TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
•By default, the Wireless Router will act as a DHCP Server, automatically providing a suit-
able IP Address (and related information) to each PC when the PC boots.
•For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a DHCP
client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are re-
quired:
•The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Router
•The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Administrator must re-
configure the Router itself. Refer to Chapter 8 -Advanced
Setup for details.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings-Windows 9x/ME:
1. Select Control Panel -Network . You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 11: Network Configuration
2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
3. Click on the Propertiesbutton. Youshould then see a screen like the following.
Figure 12: IP Address (Win 95)
Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows:
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio buttonObtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a
DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Using "Specify an IP Address"
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes:

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•On the Gateway tab, enter the Wireless Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and
clickAdd, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they
assigned to the Wireless Router.
Figure 13: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98)
•On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If theDNS Server Search
Orderlist is empty, enter the DNS address provided by your ISP in the fields beside the
Add button, then click Add.
Figure 14: DNS Tab (Win 95/98)
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Checking TCP/IP Settings-Windows NT4.0
1. Select Control Panel -Network , and, on the Protocolstab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as
shown below.
Figure 15: Windows NT4.0-TCP/IP
2. Click the
Properties button to see a screen like the one below.

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Figure 16: Windows NT4.0-IP Address
3. Select the network card for your LAN.
4. Select the appropriate radio button-Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify
an IP Address, as explained below.
Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server
This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless
Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Specify an IP Address
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Router. To set this:
•Click theAdvanced button on the screen above.
•On the following screen, click the Add button in theGateways panel, and enter the
Wireless Router's IP address, as shown inFigure 17 below.
•If necessary, use the Upbutton to make the Wireless Router the first entry in the
Gateways list.
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Figure 17 -Windows NT4.0-Add Gateway
2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows:
•Click the DNS tab.
•On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search
Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.

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Figure 18: Windows NT4.0-DNS
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Checking TCP/IP Settings-Windows 2000:
1. Select Control Panel -Network and Dial-up Connection.
2. Right -click the Local Area Connectionicon and selectProperties. You should see a
screen like the following:
Figure 19: Network Configuration (Win 2000)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Propertiesbutton. You should then see a screen like the following.

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Figure 20: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio buttonObtain an IP Addressautomatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a
DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
•Enter the Wireless Router's IP address in theDefault gatewayfield and click OK. (Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless
Router.)
•If the DNS Serverfields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings-Windows XP
1. Select Control Panel-Network Connection.
2. Right click the Local Area Connectionand choose Properties. You should see a screen
like the following:
Figure 21: Network Configuration (Windows XP)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Propertiesbutton. You should then see a screen like the following.

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Figure 22: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio buttonObtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Wireless Router will act as a
DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Usethe following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
•In the
Default gatewayfield, enter the Wireless Router's IP address and clickOK. Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Router.
•If the DNS Serverfields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Internet Access
To configure your PCsto use the Wireless Router for Internet access:
•Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional.
•Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN,
rather than by a Dial-up connection.
For Windows 9x/ME/2000
1. Select Start Menu -Settings -Control Panel-Internet Options.
2. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
3. Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually, or I want to connect through a
local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
4. Select "I connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
5. Ensure all of the boxes on the following Local area network Internet Configuration screen
areunchecked.
6. Check the "No" option when prompted "Do you want to setup an Internet mail account
now?".
7. Click Finish to close the Internet Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
For Windows XP
1. Select Start Menu -Control Panel-Network and Internet Connections.
2. Select Set up or change your Internet Connection.
3. Select the Connectiontab, and click theSetupbutton.
4. Cancel the pop-up "Location Information" screen.
5. Click Next on the "New Connection Wizard" screen.
6. Select "Connect to the Internet" and click Next.
7. Select "Set up my connection manually" and clickNext.
8. Check"Connect using a broadband connection that is always on" and click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the New Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
AccessingAOL
To access AOL (America On Line) through the Wireless Router, the AOL for Windows software
must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The con-
figuration process is as follows:
•Start theAOL for Windowscommunication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or
later. This procedure will not work with earlier versions.
•Click the
Setupbutton.
•Select Create Location, and change the location name from "New Locality" to "Wireless
Router".
•Click Edit Location. SelectTCP/IP for theNetwork field. (Leave the Phone Number blank.)
•Click Save, thenOK.
Configuration is now complete.
•Before clicking "Sign On", always ensure that you are using the "Wireless Router" loca-
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Macintosh Clients
From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Router. The procedure is as
follows.
1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel.
2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu.
3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can
be left blank.
4. Close the TCP/IP panel, saving your settings.
Note:
If using manually assigned IP addresses instead of DHCP, the required changes are:
•Set the Router Addressfield to the Wireless Router's IP Address.
•Ensure your DNS settings are correct.
Linux Clients
To access the Internet via the Wireless Router, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Router
as the "Gateway".
Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed
IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.
•Set your "Default Gateway" to the IP Address of the Wireless Router.
•Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended)
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X -windows shell.
1. Start yourX Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel -Network
3. Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be called "eth0".
4. Click the
Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this data.
5. To apply your changes
•Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available.
•OR, restart your system.
Other Unix Systems
To access the Internet via the Wireless Router:
•Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Wireless
Router.
•Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
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Wireless Station Configuration
This section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router's Access Point,
regardless of the operating system which is used on the client.
To use the Wireless Access Point in the Wireless Router, each Wireless Station must have
compatible settings, as follows:
Mode The mode must be set toInfrastructure.
SSID (ESSID) This must match the value used on the Wireless Router. The default
value isdefault
Note! The SSID is case sensitive.
WEP By default, WEP on the Wireless Router isdi sabled.
•If WEP remains disabled on the Wireless Router, all stations must
have WEP disabled.
•If WEP is enabled on the Wireless Router, each station must use the
same settings as the Wireless Router.

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Chapter 5
Operation and Status
This Chapter details the operation of the Wireless Router and the status
screens.
Operation
Once both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic.
However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required:
•If using Internet-based Communication Applications, it may be necessary to specify
which PC receives an incoming connection. Refer to Chapter 6 -Advanced Features for
further details.
•Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers may be blocked by the
Wireless Router's built-in firewall. You can define such applications as
Special Applica-
tions to allow them to function normally. Refer toChapter 6 -Advanced Featuresfor
further details.
•Some non-standard applications may require use of the DMZ feature. Refer toChapter 6-
Advanced Features for further details.
Status Screen
Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen.
Figure 23: Status Screen
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Data -Status Screen
Internet
Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup
Wizard.
Broadband Modem This shows the connection status of the modem.
Internet Connection Current connection status:
•Active
•Idle
•Unknown
•Failed
If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button
to find out more information.
Internet IP Address This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider).
"Connection Details"
Button Click this button to open a sub-window and view a detailed description of the current connection. Depending on the type of
connection, a "log" may also be available.
LAN
IP Address The IP Address of the Wireless Router.
Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above.
DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function-either "En-
abled" or "Disabled".
For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the IP
addresses allocated to them, use thePC Database option on the
Advanced menu.
System
Device Name This displays the current name of the Wireless Router.
Firmware Version The current version of the firmware installed in the Wireless
Router.
"System Data"
Button Clicking this button will open a Window which lists all system details and settings.
Buttons
Connection Details View the details of the current Internet connection. The sub-
screen displayed will depend on the connection method used. See
the following sections for details of each sub-screen.
System Data Display all system information in a sub-window.
RefreshScreen Update the data displayed on screen.