Sercomm DRG600-WiFi User manual
DRG600-WIFI
USER GUIDE
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P/N: DFB601CW
Copyright © 2008. All Rights Reserved.
Printed May 15, 2008
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Contents
INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................10
DRG600 WIFI FEATURES..................................................................................................................................................10
Internet Access Features......................................................................................................................................................10
Advanced Internet Functions...............................................................................................................................................11
Wireless Features................................................................................................................................................................11
LAN Features...................................................................................................................................................................11
Configuration & Management ............................................................................................................................................12
Security Features.................................................................................................................................................................12
PACKAGE CONTENTS .........................................................................................................................................................13
PHYSICAL DETAILS .............................................................................................................................................................14
Top mounted LEDs...........................................................................................................................................................14
Bottom Panel ......................................................................................................................................................................15
INSTALLATION
.................................................................................................................................................16
REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................................................................................16
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE..............................................................................................................................................16
SETUP
.............................................................................................................................................................18
OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................................................................18
CONFIGURATION PROGRAM .............................................................................................................................................19
Preparation.........................................................................................................................................................................19
Using UPnP ......................................................................................................................................................................19
Using your Web Browser.....................................................................................................................................................19
SETUP WIZARD....................................................................................................................................................................21
STATUS SCREEN...................................................................................................................................................................24
Navigation & Data Input..................................................................................................................................................25
LAN SCREEN.......................................................................................................................................................................26
TCP/IP.............................................................................................................................................................................26
DHCP...................................................................................................................................................................................27
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What DHCP Does............................................................................................................................................................27
Using the DRG600-WiFi DHCP Server..........................................................................................................................27
Using another DHCP Server..............................................................................................................................................27
PC Database......................................................................................................................................................................28
PC DATABASE SCREEN.......................................................................................................................................................29
PC Properties .....................................................................................................................................................................29
WIRELESS .............................................................................................................................................................................31
Identification .......................................................................................................................................................................31
Options...............................................................................................................................................................................32
Wireless Security.................................................................................................................................................................32
Access point........................................................................................................................................................................32
WIRELESS SECURITY SCREEN ............................................................................................................................................34
WIRELESS SECURITY -WEP ..............................................................................................................................................35
WEP .................................................................................................................................................................................35
WIRELESS SECURITY -WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK/WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK ...............................................................36
WI-FI PROTECTED SETUP..................................................................................................................................................37
What is WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)? .............................................................................................................................37
WPS..................................................................................................................................................................................37
Status.................................................................................................................................................................................37
PBC...................................................................................................................................................................................37
Wireless Access Point..........................................................................................................................................................37
PASSWORD SCREEN.............................................................................................................................................................39
PC CONFIGURATION............................................................................................................................. 40
OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................................................................40
TCP/IP SETTINGS -OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................40
Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME: ...............................................................................................................41
Using “IP Address” (DHCP) ...........................................................................................................................................41
Using "Specify an IP Address"...........................................................................................................................................42
CHECKING TCP/IP SETTINGS -WINDOWS NT4.0 .......................................................................................................43
Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server .......................................................................................................................44
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Specify an IP Address.........................................................................................................................................................45
CHECKING TCP/IP SETTINGS -WINDOWS 2000: .........................................................................................................47
Obtain an IP Address automatically...................................................................................................................................48
Use the following IP Address ..............................................................................................................................................48
CHECKING TCP/IP SETTINGS -WINDOWS XP.............................................................................................................49
Using DHCP ....................................................................................................................................................................50
Using a fixed IP address.....................................................................................................................................................50
INTERNET ACCESS ..............................................................................................................................................................51
For Windows 9x/ME/2000 ............................................................................................................................................51
For Windows XP...............................................................................................................................................................51
Macintosh Clients ...............................................................................................................................................................51
Linux Clients.....................................................................................................................................................................52
Fixed IP Address .......................................................................................................................................................52
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended).............................................................................................................52
Other Unix Systems ...........................................................................................................................................................52
WIRELESS STATION CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................................................53
STATUS
....................................................................................................................................................... 54
STATUS SCREEN...................................................................................................................................................................54
Internet...............................................................................................................................................................................54
Wireless..............................................................................................................................................................................55
LAN.................................................................................................................................................................................56
System ................................................................................................................................................................................56
CONNECTION STATUS -PPPOE .......................................................................................................................................57
Connection..........................................................................................................................................................................57
Connection Log...................................................................................................................................................................58
Buttons...............................................................................................................................................................................58
Connection Log Messages ....................................................................................................................................................58
CONNECTION DETAILS -FIXED/DYNAMIC IP ADDRESS ............................................................................................60
Internet...............................................................................................................................................................................60
ADVANCED FEATURES
............................................................................................................................. 62
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OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................................................................62
ACCESS CONTROL ...............................................................................................................................................................63
ACCESS CONTROL SCREEN................................................................................................................................................63
Group.................................................................................................................................................................................63
Internet Access....................................................................................................................................................................64
Define Schedule...................................................................................................................................................................64
View Log ...........................................................................................................................................................................64
Clear Log ...........................................................................................................................................................................64
MEMBERS SCREEN ..............................................................................................................................................................65
DEFINE SCHEDULE.............................................................................................................................................................66
SERVICES SCREEN ...............................................................................................................................................................67
Available Services ...............................................................................................................................................................67
Add New Service................................................................................................................................................................67
DYNAMIC DNS (DOMAIN NAME SERVER) .....................................................................................................................68
DYNAMIC DNS SCREEN ....................................................................................................................................................69
DDNS Data.....................................................................................................................................................................69
DMZ.....................................................................................................................................................................................70
VIRTUAL SERVERS...............................................................................................................................................................71
VIRTUAL SERVERS SCREEN................................................................................................................................................72
Servers................................................................................................................................................................................72
Properties............................................................................................................................................................................73
DEFINING YOUR OWN VIRTUAL SERVERS.......................................................................................................................74
Create a new Server:............................................................................................................................................................74
Modify (Edit) a Server:.......................................................................................................................................................74
Delete a Server:...................................................................................................................................................................74
Connecting to the Virtual Servers........................................................................................................................................74
WAN PORT CONFIGURATION SCREEN ...........................................................................................................................75
Identification .......................................................................................................................................................................75
IP Address .........................................................................................................................................................................75
DNS .................................................................................................................................................................................76
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Backup DNS.....................................................................................................................................................................76
MTU.................................................................................................................................................................................76
Login..................................................................................................................................................................................76
ROUTING ..............................................................................................................................................................................78
ROUTING SCREEN...............................................................................................................................................................79
Static Routing Table ...........................................................................................................................................................79
RIP....................................................................................................................................................................................79
Static Routing.....................................................................................................................................................................79
Properties............................................................................................................................................................................80
Generate Report..................................................................................................................................................................80
CONFIGURING OTHER ROUTERS ON YOUR LAN..........................................................................................................80
Local Router.......................................................................................................................................................................80
Other Routers on the Local LAN ......................................................................................................................................81
Static Routing - Example ...................................................................................................................................................81
DRG600-WiFi Routing Table .................................................................................................................................81
Router A Default Route............................................................................................................................................82
Router B Default Route............................................................................................................................................82
SECURITY..............................................................................................................................................................................83
Firewall ..............................................................................................................................................................................83
URL Filter........................................................................................................................................................................83
Options...............................................................................................................................................................................84
URL FILTER SCREEN..........................................................................................................................................................85
Filter Strings ......................................................................................................................................................................85
Add Filter String ...............................................................................................................................................................85
UPNP ....................................................................................................................................................................................86
UPnP.................................................................................................................................................................................86
ADMINISTRATION
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OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................................................................87
DEFAULT CONFIG SCREEN................................................................................................................................................88
Retrieve Config file ..............................................................................................................................................................88
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Default Config ....................................................................................................................................................................88
LOGS SCREEN.......................................................................................................................................................................89
Enable Logs .......................................................................................................................................................................89
E-Mail Reports ..................................................................................................................................................................90
E-Mail Address .................................................................................................................................................................90
Local Time.........................................................................................................................................................................91
NETWORK DIAGNOSTICS SCREEN....................................................................................................................................92
Ping....................................................................................................................................................................................92
DNS Lookup ....................................................................................................................................................................92
LOCAL ADMINISTRATION SCREEN....................................................................................................................................93
Local Administration .........................................................................................................................................................93
UPGRADE FIRMWARE SCREEN ..........................................................................................................................................95
Upgrade Firmware..............................................................................................................................................................95
TROUBLESHOOTING
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OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................................................................................96
General Problems................................................................................................................................................................96
Internet Access....................................................................................................................................................................96
Wireless Access...................................................................................................................................................................97
ABOUT WIRELESS LANS
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MODES..................................................................................................................................................................................98
Ad-hoc Mode......................................................................................................................................................................98
Infrastructure Mode.............................................................................................................................................................98
BSS/ESS ..............................................................................................................................................................................98
BSS....................................................................................................................................................................................98
ESS...................................................................................................................................................................................98
CHANNELS ...........................................................................................................................................................................99
WEP......................................................................................................................................................................................99
WPA-PSK..........................................................................................................................................................................100
WPA2-PSK........................................................................................................................................................................100
WIRELESS LAN CONFIGURATION..................................................................................................................................101
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Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................101
SSID (ESSID) ...............................................................................................................................................................101
Security.............................................................................................................................................................................101
SPECIFICATIONS
...................................................................................................................................... 102
MULTI-FUNCTION DRG600-WIFI.................................................................................................................................102
Wireless Interface ..............................................................................................................................................................103
REGULATORY APPROVALS...............................................................................................................................................103
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Introduction
1
This Chapter provides an overview of the DRG600 WiFi features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new DRG600 WiFi wireless router The DRG600-WiFi is a multi-
function device providing the following services:
•Broadband router for all LAN users.
•
2-Port Fast Ethernet Switch
for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
•
Wireless Access Point
for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
Figure 1. DRG600 in the broadband network
DRG600 WiFi Features
The DRG600-WiFi 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 DRG600-
WiFi, 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)
•
Fixed or Dynamic IP Address.
On the Internet connection, the DRG600-WiFi supports both Dynamic IP
Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
•
PPPoE support.
Connecting to the Internet using Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) is also
supported.
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Advanced Internet Functions
•
Virtual Servers.
This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your LAN. The required
setup is quick and easy.
•
DDNS Support.
DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to Virtual
Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not fixed.
•
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 in-
compatible with Firewalls.
•
URL Filter.
Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
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Internet Access Log.
See which Internet connections have been made.
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Access Control.
Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users to different groups, and
determine which Internet services are available to each group.
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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 DRG600-WiFi complies with the IEEE802.11 b/g specifications for Wireless
LANs.
•
Supports both 802.11b and 802. 11g Wireless Stations.
The 802.11g standard provides for backward
compatibility with the 802.11b standard, so both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless stations can be used
simultaneously.
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Speeds up to 54Mbps.
All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are supported.
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WEP support.
Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key sizes of 64 Bit and 128 Bit
are supported.
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WPA support.
Support for WPA is included. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be used if
possible.
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WPA2 support.
Support for WPA2 is also included. WPA2 uses the extremely secure AES encryption
method.
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Wireless MAC Access Control.
The Wireless Access Control feature can check the MAC address (hardware
address) of Wireless stations to ensure that only trusted Wireless Stations can access your LAN.
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Simple Configuration.
If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed quickly and easily.
•
WPS Support.
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can simplify the process of connecting any compatible device
to the wireless network by using the push button configuration (PBC) on the Wireless Access Point, or
entering a 8-digit PIN code.
LAN Features
•
2-Port Fast ethernet switch.
The DRG600-WiFi incorporates a 2-port 10/100BaseT fast ethernet switch,
making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
•
DHCP Server Support.
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and
other devices upon request. The DRG600-WiFi can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local
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LAN and WLAN.
•
Multi Segment LAN Support.
LANs containing one or more segments are supported, via the DRG600-
WiFi'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 configuration (if
permitted by service provider).
•
Network Diagnostics.
You can use the DRG600-WiFi to perform a Ping or DNS lookup.
•
UPnP Support.
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and configuration of the NAT
service on DRG600-WiFi. 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, WPA and WPA2 data encryption protocols are 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) technology 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 DRG600-WiFi.
•
Stateful Inspection Firewall.
All incoming data packets are monitored and all incoming 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 bandwidth and so many resources that
Internet access becomes unavailable. The DRG600-WiFi incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
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Package Contents
The following items are included in your DRG600-WiFi package:
•DRG600-WiFi Unit
•TP LAN cable
•Quick Guide leaflet
•CD-ROM containing this online manual
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your vendor immediately.
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Physical Details
Top mounted LEDs
Figure 2. Top mounted LEDs
This button has two (2) functions:
Reset. When this button is pressed and released, the DRG600-WiFi DRG600-WiFi 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, press this button for 8
seconds and then release it.
. OFF- Power OFF.
GREEN - Power ON. If flashing, the module is still starting up. When the DRG600-WiFi is
operating correctly, it is constantly lit.
RED.- WAN error. If this LED is lit, then it means that there is an irreparable operating error.
Contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
ON – WLAN connection is available. If blinking, WLAN connection is ACTIVE.
OFF- WLAN is OFF.
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Bottom Panel
Figure 3. Bottom Panel
Antenna External antenna socket
LAN 1-2 Local Area Network (LAN) device ports. Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect
your LAN devices to these ports.
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Installation
2
This chapter describes the physical installation of the DRG600 WiFi.
Requirements
•Network cable. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connector.
•DRG600-Access with a valid Internet subscription must be available.
•All wireless devices must be compliant with the IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.
Installation Procedure
1. Locate the docking socket for the DRG600-WiFi on the DRG600-Access internet access module
installed in your home.
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2. Connect LAN Cable
Use the supplied standard LAN cable to connect a PC to one of the LAN ports on the bottom of the
DRG600-WiFi.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable. Any
LAN port on the DRG600-WiFi will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Check the LEDs
•The Power LED should be GREEN. (If it is RED, then the Internet connection is not
available, you can still run the configuration software as this is stored on the device itself).
•The WLAN LED should be GREEN
•For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the PC is
also ON.)
For more information, refer to Top-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Setup
3
This Chapter provides details.on how to setup your network with the DRG600WiFi.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
•Internet Access
•Wireless setup
•LAN configuration
•Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.
PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see PC Configuration on page 40.
Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the DRG600-WiFi 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. PC Configuration on page 40
Check DRG600-WiFi operation and Status. Operation and Status on page Error!
Bookmark not defined.
Use any of the following Advanced features:
•Access Control
•Dynamic DNS
•DMZ
•Routing (RIP and Static Routing)
•Security
•UPnP
•Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)
•WAN Port
Advanced Features on page 62
Use any of the following Administration Configuration settings or
features:
Administration on page 87
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•Default Config
•Logs
•Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)
•Local Administration
•Upgrade Firmware
Configuration Program
The DRG600-WiFi contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to the server and configure the device
using your web browser. Your browser must support Javascript.
The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:
•Safari version 1.2 or later
•Firefox version 2.0 or later
•Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the DRG600-WiFi, please ensure that:
Your PC can establish a physical connection to the DRG600-WiFi. The PC and the DRG600-WiFi must be
directly connected (using the LAN ports on the DRG600-WiFi) or on the same LAN segment.
The DRG600-WiFi must be installed and powered ON.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the DRG600-WiFi 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 DRG600-WiFi, you can accept the desktop shortcut.
Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices in My Network Places
(previously called Network Neighborhood).
Double-click the icon for the DRG600-WiFi (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 from your PC to the DRG600-WiFi:
1. After installing the DRG600-WiFi and any LAN devices, start your PC. If your PC is already
running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. Go to http://drg600.wifi or use the DRG600-WiFi IP Address: http://192.168.0.1
The Login screen will appear.
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4. To connect to the DRG600-WiFi, logon with the user name admin. There is no password by
default. Click OK.
If you cannot connect to the DRG600WiFi setup webpage
If the DRG600-WiFi does not respond, check the following:
•The DRG600-WiFi is properly attached,WLAN/LAN and Power LEDs are ON.
•You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command. To do this:
1. Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.
2. Enter the command: ping 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your PC IP address is not compatible
with the DRG600-WiFi IP Address. (See next item.)
3. 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 DRG600-WiFi default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, the
Network Mask must be set to 255.255.255.0. See PC Configuration on page 40 for details on checking
your PC TCP/IP settings.
•Ensure that your PC and the DRG600-WiFi are on the same network segment. (If you don't have a router,
this must be the case.)
•Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface.
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