SignaMax 065-1789 User manual

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802.11b+g Multi Function
Wireless Access Point
4 port Switching Hub
Model: 065-1789
User‘s Guide

Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................... 1
Wireless Router Features.................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ................................................................................................ 5
Physical Details .................................................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION....................................................................................... 8
Requirements........................................................................................................ 8
Procedure.............................................................................................................. 8
CHAPTER 3 SETUP ................................................................................................... 10
Overview.............................................................................................................. 10
Configuration Program...................................................................................... 12
Setup Wizard....................................................................................................... 14
LAN Screen ......................................................................................................... 17
Wireless Screen.................................................................................................. 19
Password Screen................................................................................................ 25
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION........................................................................... 26
Overview.............................................................................................................. 26
Windows Clients................................................................................................. 26
Macintosh Clients............................................................................................... 38
Linux Clients....................................................................................................... 38
Other Unix Systems ........................................................................................... 38
Wireless Station Configuration......................................................................... 39
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS.................................................................. 40
Operation............................................................................................................. 40
Status Screen...................................................................................................... 40
Connection Status - PPPoE............................................................................... 43
Connection Status - PPTP................................................................................. 45
Connection Status - L2TP.................................................................................. 46
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond.............................................................. 48
Connection Details - SingTel RAS.................................................................... 49
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address ............................................ 51
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES ...................................................................... 53
Overview.............................................................................................................. 53
Access Control ................................................................................................... 53
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) .............................................................. 58
Advanced Internet Screen................................................................................. 60
URL Filter............................................................................................................. 64
Define Schedule.................................................................................................. 66
User Groups........................................................................................................ 67
Virtual Servers .................................................................................................... 68
WAN Port Configuration.................................................................................... 72
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION .......................................................... 76
Overview.............................................................................................................. 76
Config File........................................................................................................... 77
Logs ..................................................................................................................... 78
Network Diagnostics.......................................................................................... 80
Options................................................................................................................ 81
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PC Database........................................................................................................ 82
Remote Admin .................................................................................................... 86
Routing................................................................................................................ 88
Security................................................................................................................ 92
Upgrade Firmware.............................................................................................. 94
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................... 95
Overview.............................................................................................................. 95
General Problems............................................................................................... 95
Internet Access................................................................................................... 95
Wireless Access................................................................................................. 96
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS.................................................................. 98
Modes .................................................................................................................. 98
BSS/ESS.............................................................................................................. 98
Channels.............................................................................................................. 99
WEP...................................................................................................................... 99
WPA-PSK............................................................................................................. 99
WPA2-PSK......................................................................................................... 100
Wireless LAN Configuration............................................................................ 100
APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 102
Multi-Function Wireless Router ...................................................................... 102
Wireless Interface............................................................................................. 102
Regulatory Approvals ...................................................................................... 103
P/N: 065-1789
Copyright 2008. All Rights Reserved.
Document Version: 1.1
All trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.
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1
Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and
capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Router is
a multi-function device providing the following services:
• Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
• 4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
• Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
Figure 1: 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 10/100BaseT
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 Protocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well
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as "Direct Connection" type services. Unnumbered IP with PPPoE is also sup-
ported.
• 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 applica-
tions, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications,
which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
• Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connec-
tions or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define
and allow such applications 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 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.
• Multi-DMZ. For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, 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 pro-
grams 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.
• 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.
• VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking)
software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configura-
tion is required.
Wireless Features
• Standards Compliant. The Wireless Router complies with the IEEE802.11g
(DSSS) 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.
• Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are
supported.
• WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key
sizes of 64 Bit and 128 Bit are supported.
• WPA support. Support for WPA is included. WPA is more secure than WEP,
and should be used if possible.
• 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.
• Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be
changed quickly and easily.
• WDS Support. Support for WDS (Wireless Distribution System) allows the Wire-
less Access Point to act as a Wireless Bridge. Both Point-to-Point and Multi-Point
Bridge modes are supported.
• WPS Support. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) can simplify the process of con-
necting any device to the wireless network by using the push button configuration
(PBC) on the Wireless Access Point, or entering a PIN code if there's no button.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Router incorporates a 4-port
10/100BaseT switching hub, 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 Wireless Router
can act as a DHCP Server for 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
configuration.
• Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration
data from the Wireless Router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-
saved configuration file to the Wireless Router.
• 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 config-
ured via the Internet.
• Network Diagnostics. You can use the Wireless Router to perform a Ping or
DNS lookup.
• UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery
and configuration 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)
technology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the loca-
tion and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint,
there is no network, only a single device - the Wireless Router.
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• 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 unavail-
able. The Wireless Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
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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 imme-
diately.
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
Figure 2: Front Panel
WPS Button Push the WPS button on the device and on your other wireless
device to perform WPS function that easily creates an encryption-
secured wireless connection automatically.
Power LED On - Power on.
Off - No power.
WPS LED Off - WPS feature is not in use.
On - If the LED is blinking for a while and then on, WPS is process-
ing successfully.
Blinking - If the LED is blinking for over 1 minute then off, the
WPS is not processing successfully.
WLAN LED On - Idle.
Off - Error - No Wireless connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless
access point. This includes "network traffic" as well as user data.
Connected
LED On - Internet connection is available.
Off - No Internet connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received.
WAN LED On - Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN
(Internet) port is established.
Off - No connection to the Broadband Modem.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
LAN LEDs For each port, there are 1 LED
• 10 (Orange)/100 (Green)
• 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
corresponding LAN (hub) port.
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Rear Panel
Figure 3: Rear Panel
Antenna One 2 dbi antenna.
WAN Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came
with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a stan-
dard LAN cable.
LAN Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your
PCs to these ports.
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 holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the
RED LED has flashed TWICE.
Release the Reset Button. The Wireless Router is now using
the factory default values.
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 or IEEE802.11g specifications.
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation 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 Wireless
Router should be positioned in a central location with mini-
mum obstructions between the Wireless Router and the
PCs.
Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access
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Installation
Points 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 si-
multaneously.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard
LAN cable. Any LAN port on the Wireless Router will automatically function as
an "Uplink" port when required.
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 hard-
ware damage
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/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 Front-mounted LEDs 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, see Chapter 4 - PC
Configuration.
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 instruc-
tions 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 Advanced features:
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Internet (Special Applications, DMZ)
• URL Filter
• Schedule
• User Groups
• Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)
• WAN Port
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
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Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• Config File download/upload
• Logs
• Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)
• Options (Backup DNS, UPnP)
• PC Database
• QoS
• Remote Management
• Routing (RIP and static Routing)
• Security settings
• Upgrade Firmware
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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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 program 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 Wire-
less 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 Address 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 de-
vices in My Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the Wireless Router (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 Wireless Router:
1. After installing the Wireless Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is al-
ready running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. In the Address 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
Because the default password is blank, your will not be prompted for a password.
However, you should assign a password. See the Password section later in this
chapter for details.
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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" com-
mand:
• 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, the Network Mask
must be set to 255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for de-
tails 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.)
• Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface. The Wireless interface
can only be used if its configuration matches your PC's wireless set-
tings.
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard will run automati-
cally. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Router's default settings 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 below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connec-
tion 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) ad-
dress of your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modem screen, use the
"Clone MAC address" 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 allo- cated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particu-
lar Hostname, Domain name,
or MAC (physical) address.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a per- manent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular Host-
name, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address Your IP Address is allo- cated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a per- manent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically.
User name and password.
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PPTP PPTP is mainly used in
Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically, but may be
Static (Fixed).
• Server IP Address.
• User name and pass-
word.
• 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
connect to you ISP.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address Your ISP allocates a perma- nent IP Address to you. IP Address allocated to you.
Big Pond (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 left 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. An 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")
networks. For other networks, use the Network Mask for the
LAN segment to which the Wireless Router is attached. i.e. 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 Gate-
way. See the following section for further details.
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the
values used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Ad-
dresses 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 any changes you have made. Note that if you change the
Wireless Router's IP address, your connection will be lost. You
will have to re-connect using the new IP address.
Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and
reload the file from the Wireless Router.
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