ASUS WL-700GE User Manual

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Multifunctional Wireless Storage Router

WL-700gE

User Manual

(For 802.11g and 802.11b wireless network)

WL-700gE Wireless Router User Manual

E2393

June 2006

Manufacturer contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Company address: 15 Li-Te Road, Beitou, Taipei 11259

 

General (tel):

+886-2-2894-3447

Web site address:

www.asus.com.cn

General (fax):

+886-2-2890-7698

General email:

info@asus.com.tw

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Company address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA

General (fax): +1-510-608-4555

Web site address:

usa.asus.com

Technical support

 

 

General support: +1-502-995-0883

Support (fax):

+1-502-933-8713

Online support: http://vip.asus.com/eservice/techserv.aspx

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria)

Company address: Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany

General (tel):

+49-2102-95990

Web site address:

de.asus.com

General (fax):

+49-2102-959911

Online contact:

de.asus.com/sales

Technical support

 

 

Components:

+49-2102-95990

Online support:

de.asus.com/support

Notebook:

+49-2102-959910

Support (fax):

+49-2102-959911

 

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Contents

 

1. Product introduction.................................................................

5

1)

System requirement................................................................

5

2)

Package contents ...................................................................

5

3)

Rear panel...............................................................................

5

4)

Front panel..............................................................................

6

2. Connecting ADSL modem & installing the utilities................

7

1)

Installing the utilities................................................................

7

2)

Setting up the wireless router using EZSetup...............

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3. Configuring the wireless router..............................................

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1)

Wired connection...................................................................

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2)

Wireless connection..............................................................

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3)

Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection...........

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4)

Configuring the wireless router..............................................

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4. Wireless router features..........................................................

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1)

Sett up wireless encryption...................................................

24

2)

Setting up a virtual server in your LAN..................................

25

3)

Setting up a virtual DMZ in your LAN....................................

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4)

Setting up DDNS...................................................................

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5)

Setting up bandwidth management.......................................

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5. Utilities feature.........................................................................

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1)

USB auto copy function.........................................................

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2)

Wireless data sharing............................................................

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3)

Download machine................................................................

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4)

Sharing photos on your website............................................

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5)

Setting up the message board .............................................

44

6) Webcam ...............................................................................

47

7)

Setting up shared printer......................................................

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5. Troubleshooting.......................................................................

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WL-700gE Wireless Router User Manual

About this guide

This user manual contains the information you need when using the product, its chapters are as the following:

• Chapter 1: Product introduction

Through its simple and easy descriptions and illustrations, this chapter guides you to explore the excellent features of WL-700gE that endowed by ASUS. You will soon be mastering in ASUS WL-700gE's various functions and features, including the product's appearence, functions, and basic operating skills.

• Chapter 2: Connecting ADSL modem & installing the utilities

This chapter tells how to connect ADSL modem and to install the software.

• Chapter 3: Configuring the wireless router

This chapter tells how to configure the wireless router.

• Chapter 4: Wireless router features

This chapter tells how to use the special features of WL-700gE.

• Chapter 5: Application features

This chapter tells how to use the software available along with the WL-700gE.

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

Caution: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task.

Note: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

2. Optional documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

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1.Product introduction

1)System requirement

You will need the following items to set up a wireless network environment using WL-700gE:

1.An ADSL/Cable modern and an account for broadband service

2.A computer with a 10-Base-T or 10/100Base-TX Ethernet adapter (with a RJ-45 LAN port) pre-installed for connecting the LAN

3.A wireless client (such as a PDA or laptop computer) that has build-in 802.11g/b wireless connection, or has a 802.11g/b wireless LAN card

4.The computer and the wireless client must have installed TCP/IP protocol component and a Web browser

2) Package contents

WL-700gE wireless router x 1

White 2dbi antenna x 1

Power cable x 1

RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through) x 1

Utility CD (with User Manual) x 1

Foot stand x 1

User Manual x 1

3) Rear panel

AC IN

USB 2.0

Antenna

 

 

Cover lock

 

Cover lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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RESET WAN LAN

 

 

EZSetup

RESET

Push the RESET button for 10 seconds to restore the factory default.

EZSetup

This button is for using EZSetup setting wizard.

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4) Front panel

READY IDE LAN 1-4 WAN AIR

USB 2.0

PWR COPY

PWR (Hard disk power indicator/ power switch)

OFF

Hard disk unmounted or no power

ON

Hard disk mounted

*Push this button and wait for 10 seconds to shut down the hard disk.

COPY

This button is for copying the data in your USB storage to the hard disk of WL-700gE.

READY

OFF

No power

ON

The system is powered on and in ready state

Flashing slowly

USB storage inserted to the USB2.0 port

Flashing quickly

Copying data from USB storage

LAN (Local Area Network) 1-4

OFF

No power

ON

An Ethernet device is connected to the port

Flashing

Transmitting data via wired LAN

AIR (Wireless LAN)

OFF

No power

ON

Wireless LAN ready

Flashing

Transmitting data via wireless LAN

WAN (Wide Area Network)

OFF

No power

ON

Connected to ADSL or Cable modem

Flashing

Communicating with WAN

USB2.0

For connecting USB storage, such as USB hard disk and USB flash.

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WL-700gE Wireless Router User Manual

2.ConnectingADSL modem and installing the utilities

1)Installing the utilities

1.Connect your WL-700gE wireless router to yourADSLor Cable modem. Refer to the illustration below to wire your network devices.

ADSL Modem

WL-700gE Wireless Router

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WAN

2.Insert the support CD into the optical drive of your computer to run the utility installation program. Select your language and click Install ASUS Wireless Router Utilities to install. Follow the instructions to complete the utility installation.

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3. On the Welcome window, click Next to start the installation.

4.Select the installation type, then click Next. (For non-advanced users, we suggest using “Complete” installation.

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5.Click “Next” on the Choose Destination Location screen to continue installation, or click “Browse” to choose another destination location for the software that will be installed in your computer.

6.Select a folder among the folder list in the text box on the screen, or type a new folder name in the text bar, then click “Next”.

Setup will add program icons to the folder your choosed or created.

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7.The program is being copied into your computer. This may takes several minutes to complete.

8. Click Finish to complete the installation process.

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2) Setting up the wireless router using EZSetup

Before start, prepare an Ethernet and wireless enabled computer with ASUS utility pre-installed.

1.Press the EZSetup button on the rear panel of the wireless router until the

READY LED indicator is flashing.

EZSETUP

If you use wireless connection for EZSetup and find the connection is not stable, use wired connection instead EZSetup.

2.Launch the EZSetup utility by clicking Start -> ASUS Utility -> WL-700gE Wireless Router -> EZSetup Wizard.

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3.Click the EZSetup button in the utility to search for WL-700gE Wireless Router. This action takes several seconds.

4.Awindow prompts out asking for the encryption mode you want to use. If you want to use WPA, select Yes; to use WEP, select No.

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5.If it is the first time you set up the wireless router, the screen below appears.

You can manually setup the SSID and network key for the wireless router or accept the automatically generated values. Click Next to continue.

If you have configured the wireless router before, the screen below appears.

You can choose to modify the SSID and network key or preserve the previous settings. Click Next to continue.

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6.To connect your Internet Service Provider (ISP), select ConfigISPsettings. Click Next to set up ISP information.

7.Select the connection type of your ISP service and click Next to fill in the ISP information.

According to the requirements of ISPs, you may need to input information such as IP address, username, and password. Refer to your ISP for detailed setup information.

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8.This page is for setting up network mass storage. Specify a drive letter for the hard disk in WL-700gE and check Create shortcut on desktop, then click

Next.

9.Wait for several seconds to complete the setup. Click Print/Save wireless LAN settings for future reference. Click Finishto quit EZSetup.

Save and print network information is highly recommended for future wireless connection setup.

When configuration is complete, a 700gE share folder icon appears on desktop.

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You can connect to WL-700gE from a wireless-enabled computer. Make sure the wireless card driver is correctly installed and the card functions normally.

1.Click Control panel -> Network connection, right-click the wireless icon -> Property -> Wireless

Network tab. Select WL-700gE and click Connect button.

2.If you have setup WEP encryption for your wireless router, you need to fill the WEP keys into the NetworkKey field for connecting the router. Click

OK to continue.

3.For authentication setup, select

Authentication tab. If you have a RADIUS server in your network for authentication, check Enable

IEEE80.211X authentication to this network.

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3. Configuring the wireless router

Note: 1) Before you start, we recommend using a wired connection for initial configuration, which will avoid possible setup problem due to wireless uncertainty. 2) ASUS also provides an EZSetup button for fast wireless configuration. If you prefer EZSetup to arrange for your wireless network configuration, please refer to chapter 6 for more information.

The ASUS Wireless Router can be configured to meet various usage scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however, others may need changing. Prior to using the ASUS Wireless Router, you must check the basic settings to guarantee it will work in your environment. Configuring theASUS Wireless Router is done through a web browser. You need a Notebook PC or desktop PC connected to the ASUS Wireless

Router (either directly or through a hub) and running a web browser as a configuration terminal. The connection can be wired or wireless. For the wireless connection, you need an IEEE 802.11g/b compatible device, e.g. ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook PC. You should also disable WEP and set the SSID to “default” for your wireless LAN device. If you want to configure theASUS Wireless Router or want to access the Internet through the ASUS Wireless Router, TCP/IP settings must be correct. Normally, the TCP/ IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the ASUS Wireless Router.

Note: Before rebooting your computer, the ASUS Wireless Router should be switched ON and in ready state.

1)Wired connection

One RJ-45 cable is supplied with the ASUS Wireless Router. Auto crossover function is designed into the ASUS Wireless Router so you can use either straight-through or crossover Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the cable into the WAN port on the rear of the ASUS Wireless Router and the other end into the Ethernet port of your ADSL or Cable modem.

2)Wireless connection

Note: If configuration is done via wired connection, ignore this.

Refer to your wireless adapter user’s manual on associating with the ASUS Wireless Router. The default SSID of the ASUS Wireless Router is “ default” (lower case), encryption is disabled and open system authentication is used.

3) Setting IP address for wired or wireless connection

Getting IP address automatically

The ASUS Wireless Router incorporates a DHCP server so the easiest method is to set your PC to get its IP address automatically and reboot your computer. So the correct IP address, gateway, DNS

(Domain Name System Server) can be obtained from the ASUS Wireless Router.

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Note: Before rebooting your PC, the ASUS Wireless Router should be switched ON and in ready state.

Setting IP address manually

If you want to set your IP address manually, the following default settings of the ASUS Wireless Router should be known:

IP address 192.168.1.1

Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0.

If you set your computer’s IP manually, it needs to be on the same segment. For example:

IP address 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be any number between 2 and 254 that is not used by another device)

Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as the ASUS Wireless Router)

Gateway 192.168.1.1 (this is the ASUS Wireless Router)

DNS 192.168.1.1 (ASUS Wireless Router IP address or your own).

4) Configuring the wireless router

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Enter the following address in your web browser: http://192.168.1.1

Defaults

User name: admin Password: admin

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After logging in, you will see the ASUS Wireless Router home page.

The homepage displays quick links to configure the main features of the router.

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