SMC Networks Barricade SMC7004BR User manual

EZ Cable/DSL Router
SMC7004BR
User Guide
The information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and
reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No
license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC.
SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.
Copyright © 2000 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
6 Hughes, Irvine, CA 92618
All rights reserved.

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Trademarks:
SMC is a registered trademark; and SMC7004BR is a registered trademark of SMC Networks, Inc.
Other products and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
FCC Interference Statement:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against radio interference in a commercial environment. This equipment can
generate, use and radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever
measures are necessary to correct the interference.
CE Declaration of Conformity:
This equipment complies with the requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility,
EN55022/A1ClassB,andEN50082-1.Thismeetstheessentialprotectionrequirementsof
the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the
member states relation to electromagnetic compatibility.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction.............................................................................................................4
1.1 Functions and Features.............................................................................................4
1.2 Packing List...............................................................................................................5
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation..............................................................................................6
2.1. Panel Layout.............................................................................................................6
2.2. Installation Requirements........................................................................................7
2.3. Procedure for Hardware Installation.......................................................................8
Chapter 3 Network Settings and Software Installation.......................................................10
3.1 Setting your computer network settings properly................................................ 10
3.2 Install the Software into Your Computers.............................................................11
Chapter 4 Configuring the SMC7004BR.............................................................................14
4.1 Startup and Log in.................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Status.......................................................................................................................15
4.3 Toolbox................................................................................................................... 16
4.4 Primary Setup......................................................................................................... 17
4.5 DHCP Server..........................................................................................................19
4.6 Virtual Server.........................................................................................................20
4.7 Special AP..............................................................................................................22
4.8 Access Control.......................................................................................................23
4.9 Miscellaneous Items...............................................................................................24
Chapter 5 Print Server...........................................................................................................25
5.1 Configuring on Windows 95/98 Platforms...........................................................25
5.2 Configuring on Windows NT Platforms...............................................................27
5.3 Configuring on Unix based Platforms.................................................................. 28

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Appendix A: Console Mode.................................................................................................29
Appendix B: TCP/IP Configuration for Windows 95/98 ...................................................30
B.1 Installing TCP/IP protocol into your PC..............................................................30
B.2 Setting TCP/IP protocol to work with the SMC7004BR....................................31
Appendix C: Installation Guide For Specific ISP...............................................................35
C.1 @Home.................................................................................................................. 35
C.2 MediaOne...............................................................................................................36

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Chapter 1Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the SMC7004BR. This product is specifically
designed for small office and home office needs. It provides a complete SOHO solution for
Internet surfing and for sharing office resources. Step-by-step instructions make
installation easy. Before installing and using this product, please take the time to read this
manual for complete operating information.
1.1 Functions and Features
lBroadband modem and IP sharing
- connects multiple computers to a broadband (cable or DSL) modem or an
Ethernet router to surf the Internet.
lAuto-sensing Ethernet Switch
- equipped with a 4-port 10/100Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet switch.
lVPN supported
- supports multiple PPTP sessions and allows you to set up VPN server and VPN
clients.
lPrintersharing
- embeds a print server to allow all of the networked computers to share one
printer.
lFirewall
- all unwanted packets from outside intruders are blocked to protect your Intranet.
lDHCP server supported
- all of the networked computers can retrieve TCP/IP settings automatically from
the SMC7004BR.
lWeb-based configuring

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- configurable through any networked computer’swebbrowserusingNetscapeor
Internet Explorer.
lAccess Control supported
- allows you to assign different access right for different users.
lVirtual Server supported
- enables you to expose WWW, FTP and other services on your LAN to be
accessible to Internet users.
lUser-Definable Application Sensing Tunnel
- users can define the attributes to support the special applications requiring
multiple connections such as Internet gaming, video conferencing, Internet
telephony, et al. Then this product can sense the application type and open a
multi-port tunnel for it.
lDMZ Host supported
- allows a networked computer to be fully exposed to the Internet; thisfunctionis
used when thespecialapplication sensing tunnel feature is insufficient to allow an
application to function correctly.
1.2 Packing List
lSMC7004BR Broadband Router
lInstallation CD
lPower adapter
lTwo CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cables

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1. Panel Layout
2.1.1. FrontPanel
Figure 2-1 Front Panel
1 - 4 LAN port socket (RJ-45). These are where you will connect to devices on your
local area network. (adapter, hub, or switch, e.g.)
2.1.2. RearPanel
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel
PRINT Parallel port connector (25-pins D-type female). This is where you
connect the shared printer.
WAN WAN port socket (RJ-45). This is where you connect to your Cable or
DSL modem or an Ethernet router.
COM Serial port connector (9-pins D-type male). This is where you connect
your 56K modem. (This port is also a console port.)

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2.1.3. Top Panel
Figure 2-3 Top Panel
LAN Port 1-4 LAN port indicators, Green. The LED flashes when the LAN port is
sending or receiving data.
WAN WAN port indicator, Green. The LED flashes when the WAN port is
sending or receiving data.
M1 System status indicators, Orange. M1 flashes once per second to
indicate the system is functioning properly.
2.1.4. Left SidePanel
Figure 2-4 Left Side Panel
1. Power Power inlet. This is where you connect the included power adapter.
Note: The included power adapter is DC 5V/1A. Using the wrong type
of power adapter may cause damage.
2. Switch Powerswitch.
2.2. Installation Requirements
The SMC7004BR can be positioned at any convenient place in your office or home. No
special wiring or cooling requirements are needed. You should, however comply with the
following guidelines:

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lPlace product on a flat horizontal plane.
lKeep product away from any heating devices.
lDo not place product in a dusty or wet environment.
The recommended operational specifications of this product are:
Temperature 0 oC ~ 55 oC
Humidity 5 % ~ 90 %
You should also remember to turn off the power, remove the power cord from the outlet, and
keep your hands dry when you install the hardware.
2.3. Procedure for Hardware Installation
1. Set up LAN connection: Connect an Ethernet cable from your computer’s Ethernet
adapter to one of the LAN ports.
Figure 2-5 Setup of LAN connections for this product.
2. Set up WAN connection: Prepare an Ethernet cable for connecting this product to
your Cable/DSL modem or Ethernet backbone. Figure 2-6 illustrates the WAN
connection.
3. Connecting the SMC7004BR with your printer: Use the printer cable to connect to
the printer port of this product.

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Figure 2-6 Setup of WAN and Printer connections for this product.
4. Power on:
Connect the power cord to power inlet and turn the power switch on. The
SMC7004BR will automatically enter the self-test phase. When it is in this phase, the
indicator M1 will light up for about 5 seconds, and then M1 will flash 3 times to
indicate that the self-test operation is complete. Finally, the M1 will continuously flash
once per second to indicate that this product is operating normally.