3Com WL522 User Manual

Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router
User Guide
WL-602
3CRWER300-73
http://www.3Com.com/
Part No. 10016790 Rev. AA
Published July 2008
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CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Naming Convention 7 Conventions 8 Feedback About This User Guide 9 Related Documentation 9
INTRODUCING THE ROUTER
Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router 11 Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Physical Features 14
INSTALLING THE ROUTER
Introduction 19
Safety Information 19
Positioning the Router 19
Using the Rubber Feet 20
Wall Mounting 20
Mounting Instructions for Cement Walls 20
Mounting Instructions for Wood Walls 21 Powering Up the Router 21 Connecting the Router 21
SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS
Obtaining an IP Address Automatically 23
Windows 2000 23
Windows Vista 25
Windows XP 26
Macintosh 26 Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software 27 Disabling Web Proxy 27
RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD
Accessing the Router using the 3Com Detect Application 29
Running the 3Com Detect Application 29 Accessing the Setup Wizard 31
Wizard -
Change Password 34
Wizard -
Time and Time Zone 35
Wizard -
Connection Type 36
Setup Wizard - LAN Settings 42
Wizard - Wireless Setting 43
Wizard - Configuration Summary 49
CONFIGURING THE ROUTER
Navigating Through the Router Configuration screens 51
Main Menu 51 Welcome Screen 51
Status 51 LAN Settings 52
LAN Settings 52
DHCP Clients List 53 Wireless Settings 55
Configuration 56
Encryption 57
WPS 62
Connection Control 64
Client List 65
WMM 65
WDS 68
Advanced 71
Internet Settings 73
WAN 73 DNS 79 Clone MAC address 80
Firewall 81
SPI 81 Special Applications 85 Virtual Servers 86 DMZ 87 PC Privileges 88 Schedule Rule 90 URL Filter 91
Advanced 92
Security 92 VLAN 95 Static Routes 97 RIP 99 DDNS 101 SNMP 102 Syslog 103 Proxy ARP 104 QoS Settings 105
Tra ffi c m ap pi ng 106 VPN 108 System Tools 115
Restart Router 115
Configuration 115
Upgrade 116
Time Zone 117
Ping 118
Traceroute 119
DNS Lookup 120
Diagnostic 120 Status and Logs 121
Status 121
Routing Table 122
Logs 122
Traffic Statistics 123
Support/Feedback 124
Support 124 Feedback 124
TROUBLESHOOTING
Basic Connection Checks 125 Browsing to the Router Configuration Screens 126 Connecting to the Internet 127 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 127 Wireless Networking 128 Recovering from Corrupted Software 130 Power Adapter 130 Frequently Asked Questions 132
IP ADDRESSING
The Internet Protocol Suite 133 Managing the Router over the Network 133
IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 133
How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 135
DHCP Addressing 135 Static Addressing 135 Auto-IP Addressing 135
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router 137
Standards 139
SAFETY INFORMATION
END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR 3COM PRODUCTS
Register Your Product to Gain Service Benefits 148 Solve Problems Online 148 Purchase Extended Warranty and Professional Services 148 Access Software Downloads 149 Contact Us 149
Telephone Technical Support and Repair 149
GLOSSARY
REGULATORY NOTICES
INDEX
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
This guide describes how to install and configure the 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router (3CRWER300-73).
This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet Routers.
If a release note is shipped with the 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router and contains information that differs from the information in this guide, follow the information in the release note.
Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site:
http://www.3Com.com
Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router
is referred to as the “Router”.
Category 3, Category 5, and Category 6 Twisted Pair Cables are referred to as Twisted Pair Cables throughout this guide.
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Conventions Tab l e 1 and Ta bl e 2 list conventions that are used throughout this guide.
Tab l e 1 Notice Icons
Icon Notice Type Description
Information note Information that describes important features or
instructions.
Caution Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or
potential damage to an application, system, or device.
Warning Information that alerts you to potential personal
injury.
Tab l e 2 Text Conventions
Convention Description
The words “enter” and “type”
Keyboard key names If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key
Words in italics Italics are used to:
When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type something, and then press Return or Enter. Do not press Return or Enter when an instruction simply says “type.”
names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example:
Press Ctrl+Alt+Del
Emphasize a point.
Denote a new term at the place where it is defined in the
text.
Identify menu names, menu commands, and software
button names. Examples:
From the Help menu, select Contents.
Click OK.
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Feedback About This User Guide
Your suggestions are very important to us. They will help make our documentation more useful to you. Please e-mail comments about this document to 3Com at:
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Please include the following information when commenting:
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Appendix E.
Related Documentation
In addition to this guide, each Router document set includes one Installation Guide. This guide contains the instructions you need to install and configure your Router.
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1
INTRODUCING THE ROUTER
Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com®. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. Computer networks have proved to be one of the fastest modes of communication but, until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage.
Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router
The 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router is designed to provide a cost-effective means of sharing a single broadband Internet connection amongst several wired and wireless computers. The Router also provides protection in the form of an electronic “firewall” preventing anyone outside of your network from seeing your files or damaging your computers. The Router can also prevent your users from accessing Web sites which you find unsuitable.
Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. In this network,
only one computer is connected to the Internet. This computer must always be powered on for the other computers on the network to access the Internet.
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Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router
When you use the Router in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to the Internet. Connections can be made directly to the Router, or to a 3Com Switch, expanding the number of computers you can have in your network.
Figure 2 Example Network Using a Firewall Router
Router Advantages The advantages of the Router include:
Shared Internet connection for both wired and wireless computers
High speed 802.11n wireless networking
No need for a dedicated, “always on” computer serving as your
Internet connection
Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and
Macintosh computers
Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration
Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP)
Acts as a Virtual server to enable remote access to Web, FTP, and other
services on your network
Security — Firewall protection against Internet hacker attacks and
encryption to protect wireless network traffic
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Package Contents The Router kit includes the following items:
One 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router
One power adapter for use with the Router
Four rubber feet
One Ethernet cable
One CD-ROM containing this User Guide, copies of the quick install
guide in various languages and the 3Com Detect application.
Installation guide
Support and Safety sheet
Warranty sheet
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.
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Minimum System and Component Requirements
Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your network be configured with at least the following:
A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP
networking protocols (for example Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher).
An Ethernet 10 Mbps, 10/100 Mbps or 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC for
each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your Router.
An 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n draft2.0 compliant wireless NIC.
An active ADSL or Cable subscription and connection. Note that your
Cable or ADSL modem needs to have an Ethernet interface.
A Web browser that supports JavaScript, such as Netscape 4.7 or
higher, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, Mozilla 1.2.1 or higher, or Apple’s Safari.
Physical Features The front panel of the Router contains a series of indicator lights (LEDs)
that help describe the state of various networking and connection operations.
Figure 3 Router - Front Panel
Physical Features 15
1 Power LED (Illuminated Logo)
White
The 3Com logo serves as power OK indicator. This LED will light if the router is receiving power from the power adapter. If it is not lit check the power adapter connections. Refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
.
2 Alert LED
Amber
Fast flash during self test. If self test fails the LED will remain on. Fast flash during software upgrade. Fast flash for software reset to the factory defaults. Fast flash for hardware reset to the factory defaults. The LED is on for 2 seconds when the firewall detects a hacker attack.
3Cable/DSL
Blue
LED on indicates the physical connection is on. Fast flash means WAN port traffic activity.
4 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED
Blue
If the LED is on it indicates that wireless networking is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is being transmitted or received. If the LED is off, the Wireless LAN has been disabled in the Router, or there is a problem. Refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
.
5 LAN Status LEDs (4 indicators)
Blue
If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of network equipment is OK. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is being transmitted or received. If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the connected device is switched off, or there is a problem with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
). The port will
automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex.
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6 WPS LED
Blue
WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard for easy and secure establishment of a wireless network, allowing wireless clients to connect securely to routers and access points. The WPS LED shows the status of the WPS function. It has a number of modes to help monitor the status of clients connecting to the Router using the WPS protocol. The status is shown by three different flashing rates: slow, medium and quick and when light constantly.
Note: The WPS function will be enabled for 2 minutes once WPS is enabled either by pressing the button or by starting the PIN mode via the web interface. This time will end before 2 minutes if a client has successfully connected. Only one client should be connected to the Router using WPS at any one time. Attempting to connect two or more clients at once may result in connection failures.
When the WPS button is pressed, or WPS is initiated using the PIN method in the web interface, the WPS LED will flash at a medium rate for up to 2 minutes to indicate that a WPS connection can be made. When a connection attempt is underway, the LED will flash slowly.
If the connection has been successful, the WPS LED will remain illuminated for 5 minutes. If the connection attempt has failed, the WPS LED will flash rapidly for 5 minutes. You can re-try the connection by pressing the WPS button, when the connection process will re-start.
If you want to add a further client to the Router, you do not need to wait for the 5 minute period to end. You can press the WPS button (or use the PIN method via the web interface) as soon as the first client is successfully connected.
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The rear panel (Figure 4) of the Router contains one WPS button, four LAN ports, one WAN port, one WiFi on/off button, a reset button, and a power adapter socket.
Figure 4 Router - Rear Panel
1 Wireless Antenna
The antennas should be placed in a ‘V’ position when initially installed.
CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops. Rotating the antennae further may cause damage.
2 WPS button
Press this button for 3 seconds when making WPS setup. Pushing the WPS button will automatically enable WPS. Then initiate the WPS procedure on the wireless NIC within two minutes. Refer to your wireless NIC's documentation on this procedure. The wireless NIC will then be securely added to your wireless network.
3 Ethernet Ports (4 ports)
Using suitable RJ-45 cables, you can connect your Router to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for example, a hub or a switch). These ports have an automatic MDI/MDIX feature, which means either straight-through or a crossover cable can be used.
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4WAN Port
RJ-45 port used to connect the Router with Cable/DSL modem.
5 WiFi On/Off button
Use this button to turn on/turn off the wireless function. Press the button for 3 seconds.
6 Reset Button
If you want to reset your Router to factory default settings, or cannot access the web management interface (for example, due to a lost password), then you may use this button. Refer to Forgotten Password
and Reset to Factory Defaults on page 127 for further details.
7 Power Adapter Socket
Only use the power adapter that is supplied with this Router. Do not use any other adapter.
INSTALLING THE ROUTER
2
Introduction This chapter will guide you through a basic installation of the Router,
including:
Connecting the Router to the Internet.
Connecting the Router to your network.
Setting up your computers for networking with the Router.
Safety Information Please note the following:
Positioning the Router
WARNING: Please read the Safety Information before you start.
VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät einschalten.
AVERTISSEMENT: Veuillez lire attentivement la section Consignes
importantes de sécurité avant de mettre en route.
You should place the Router in a location that:
is conveniently located for connection to external ADSL or Cable
modem.
is centrally located to the wireless computers that will connect to the
Router. A suitable location might be on top of a high shelf or similar
furniture to optimize wireless connections to computers in both
horizontal and vertical directions, allowing wider coverage.
allows convenient connection to the computers that will be connected
to the four LAN ports on the rear panel, if desired.
allows easy viewing of the LED indicator lights, and access to the rear
panel connectors, if necessary.
section in Appendix C
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When positioning your Router, ensure:
It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat.
Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and
sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers.
Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the unit.
Air flow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the case
is not restricted. 3Com recommends you provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) clearance.
Using the Rubber
Feet
Use the four self-adhesive rubber feet to prevent your Router from moving around on your desk or when stacking with flat top units. Only stick the feet to the marked areas at each corner of the underside of your Router.
Please be careful when you put 3COM Router on top of another unit, if the unit underneath is hot, this may impact the reliability of 3Com Router.
Wall Mounting There are two slots on the underside of the Router that can be used for
wall mounting. The Router must be mounted with the LEDs facing upwards.
When wall mounting the unit, ensure it is within reach of the power outlet. When wall mounting the unit, ensure that the rubber feet are not fixed.
Mounting
Instructions for
Cement Walls
To wall mount the unit:
1 Make two holes 100 mm (3.9 in.) apart and insert two nylon or similar
screw anchors that are suitable for the wall construction.
2 Fix two suitable screws into the anchors, leaving their heads 3 mm (0.12
in.) clear of the wall surface. The screws should be at least 30 mm (1.2 in.) long.
3 Remove any connections in the Router and locate it over the screw heads.
When in line, gently push the Router on to the wall and move it downwards to secure.
Powering Up the Router 21
Mounting
Instructions for Wood
Walls
Powering Up the Router
To wall mount the unit:
1 Make two holes 100 mm (3.9 in.) apart. 2 Fix two suitable screws directly into the wall, leaving their heads 3 mm
(0.12 in.) clear of the wall surface. The screws should be at least 20 mm (0.75 in.) long.
3 Remove any connections in the Router and locate it over the screw heads.
When in line, gently push the Router on to the wall and move it downwards to secure.
CAUTION: When making connections, be careful not to push the Router up and off the wall.
To power up the Router:
1 Plug the power adapter into the power adapter socket located on the
back panel of the Router.
Connecting the Router
2 Plug the power adapter into a standard electrical wall socket.
To install your Router, simply connect it to your DSL/Cable modem, and then connect the Router to a computer in order to be able to access the Internet. Follow these simple steps:
1 Using RJ-45 cable to connect the WAN port of the Router with the
DSL/Cable modem.
2 Using RJ-45 cable to connect one PC with the LAN port the Router.
You have now completed the hardware installation of your Router. Next you need to set up your computers so that they can make use of the Router to communicate with the Internet.
3Com recommends that you perform the initial Router configuration from a computer that is directly connected to one of the LAN ports.
If you configure the Router from a wireless computer, note that you may lose contact with the Router if you change the wireless configuration.
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To communicate wirelessly with your Router, your wireless NIC should be set as follows:
Encryption — none
SSID — 3Com
Channel — 11
This following figure shows a typical network configuration for 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router.
Figure 5 Network Configuration for the Router
3
Obtaining an IP Address Automatically
Windows 2000 If you are using a Windows 2000-based computer, use the following
SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS
The Router has the ability to dynamically allocate network addresses to the computers on your network, using DHCP. However, your computers need to be configured correctly for this to take place. To change the configuration of your computers to allow this, follow the instructions in this chapter.
procedure to change your TCP/IP settings:
1 From the Windows Start Menu, select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on Network and Dial-Up Connections. 3 Double click on Local Area Connection. 4 Click on Properties. 5 A screen similar to Figure 6 should be displayed. Select Internet Protocol
TCP/IP and click on Properties.
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Figure 6 Local Area Properties Screen
6 Ensure that the options Obtain an IP address automatically, and Obtain
DNS server address automatically are both selected as shown in Figure 7. Click OK.
Figure 7 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Screen
7 Restart your computer.
Windows Vista
Obtaining an IP Address Automatically 25
1 From the Windows Start Menu, select Settings > Network. 2 Click on Organize. Select Properties. 3 Click on Manage network > Connections. 4 Double click Local Area Connection. Select Properties and click continue. 5 A screen similar to (Figure 8) should appear. Select Internet Protocol
Version 6,Version 4 (TCP/IPv6,v4) and click on Properties.
Figure 8 Local Area Connection Properties Screen
6 Ensure that the options Obtain an IPv6,v4 address automatically, and
Obtain DNS servers address automatically are both selected as shown in (Figure 9). Click OK.
Figure 9 Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) Properties Screen
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Windows XP
1 From the Windows Start Menu, select Control Panel. 2 Click on Network and Internet Connections. 3 Click on the Network Connections icon. 4 Double click on LAN or High Speed Connection icon. A screen titled Local
Area Connection Status will appear.
5 Select Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click on Properties. 6 Ensure that the options Obtain an IP address automatically, and Obtain
DNS servers automatically are both selected. Click OK.
7 Restart your computer.
Macintosh If you are using a Macintosh computer, use the following procedure to
change your TCP/IP settings:
1 From the desktop, select Apple Menu, Control Panels, and TCP/IP. 2 In the TCP/IP control panel, set Connect Via: to Ethernet. 3 In the TCP/IP control panel, set Configure: to Using DHCP Server. 4 Close the TCP/IP dialog box, and save your changes. 5 Restart your computer.
Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software 27
Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software
If you have PPPoE client software installed on your computer, you will need to disable it. To do this:
1 From the Windows Start Menu, select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on Internet Options. 3 Select the Connections Tab. A screen similar to Figure 10 should be
displayed.
4 Select the Never dial a connection option.
Figure 10 Internet Properties Screen
You may want to remove the PPPoE client software from your computer to free resources, as it is not required for use with the Router.
Disabling Web
Ensure that you do not have a web proxy enabled on your computer.
Proxy
Go to the Control Panel and click on Internet Options. Select the Connections tab and click LAN Settings at the bottom. Make sure that the Use Proxy Server option is unchecked.
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