SMC Networks Barricade User manual

Cable/DSL Router
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 Barricade 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
devicepursuanttoPart15oftheFCCrules. 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. This meets the essential protection requirements of
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 Barricade.........................................................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 Barricade...................31
Appendix C: Installation Guide For Specific ISP .....................................38
C.1 @Home ........................................................................................38
C.2 MediaOne.....................................................................................39

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Congratulationson your purchase of theBarricade. This product is specificallydesigned 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-sensingEthernetSwitch
-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.
lPrinter sharing
-embeds a print server to allow all of the networked computers to share one
printer.
lFirewall
-allunwantedpacketsfromoutsideintrudersareblockedtoprotectyourIntranet.
lDHCPserversupported
-all of the networked computers can retrieve TCP/IP settings automatically from
the Barricade.
lWeb-based configuring

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-configurable through any networked computer’s web browser using Netscape or
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; this function is
used whenthe specialapplication sensing tunnel feature is insufficient to allow an
application to function correctly.
1.2 Packing List
lBarricade Broadband Router
lInstallation CD
lPower adapter
lTwo CAT-5 UTP Ethernet cables

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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
2.1. PanelLayout
2.1.1. Front Panel
Figure 2-1 Front Panel
1 -4 LAN port socket (RJ-45). These are where you will connect to devices on y
our
local area network. (adapter, hub, or switch, e.g.)
2.1.2. Rear Panel
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 conne
ct 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. TopPanel
Figure 2-3 Top Panel
LAN Port 1-4LAN 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 Side Panel
Figure 2-4 Left Side Panel
1. Power
Power inlet. This is where you connect the included power adapter.
Note: The included power ad
apter is DC 5V/1A. Using the wrong type
of power adapter may cause damage.
2. Switch Power switch.
2.2. Installation Requirements
The Barricade can be positioned at any convenient place in your office or home. No special
wiring or cooling requirementsare 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 Barricade 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 Barricade
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.