Arescom AG1000PRO Users Manual

AresGate 1000 Wireless Router

User’s Installation Guide

Published August 2001

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of ContentsTable of Contents

1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Introduction ........................................................................................ 3

Product Models .................................................................................. 3

Features ............................................................................................. 3

Package Includes............................................................................... 4

Diagram of the AresGate 1000 .......................................................... 4

Application Scenarios ........................................................................ 7

2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Setup Instructions ............................................................................ 11

Antenna Attachment ........................................................................ 11

Connect to the Ethernet ................................................................... 11

Connect the 56K Analog Modem ..................................................... 12

Connect the Analog Phone .............................................................. 13

Connect to the Power Adapter......................................................... 13

3. CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

Basic Configuration .......................................................................... 15

SETUP....................................................................................... 15

WIRELESS ................................................................................ 18

PPPoE ....................................................................................... 20

56K MODEM ............................................................................. 21

STATUS ..................................................................................... 22

Advanced Configuration................................................................... 24

PORT MAPPING ....................................................................... 24

IP ROUTING.............................................................................. 27

IP FILTERING............................................................................ 29

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UPGRADE................................................................................. 32

4. TCP/IP PROTOCOL CONFIGURATION

Installing TCP/IP in Windows® 95/98/Me ......................................... 33

Installing TCP/IP in Windows® 2000 ................................................ 35

Installing TCP/IP in Windows® NT ................................................... 36

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

WAN Link LED Flashing................................................................... 38

Cannot Connect to the AresGate Router ......................................... 38

Cannot Connect to the Wireless Lan Interface ................................ 39

APPENDIX

GLOSSARY ..................................................................................... 40

PRODUCT INFORMATION ............................................................. 44

FCC Statement.......................................................................... 44

FCC Part 68 Requirements ....................................................... 45

Tech Support ............................................................................. 45

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1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN

1.1 Introduction

The state of the art ARESCOM AresGate™ 1000 Series Wireless
Access Point router is specifically designed for the application in a
variety of SOHO network environments:

If you already have a high speed ADSL or Cable modem installed in
your network, with AresGate’s powerful routing features, a shared
Internet access is easily provided to your entire network.

If you like to build a wireless networking environment at home or in
the office, with AresGate’s wireless AP capability and external
antenna, you can move your laptop PC from office to office or from
the kitchen to the living room and still stay connected to the Internet.

If you are using an analog modem for Internet dial-up service, with

AresGate’s built-in 56K modem
way of Internet access and sharing it to all the PCs on your LAN
network.

This guide is to help you understand the various applications this
product is capable of and further ease you through the installation
process by providing simple step-by-step instructions in setting up
your AresGate router.

*

, you can retain the most economic

1.2 Product Models

• AresGate 1000

• AresGate 1000 Pro - includes a built-in 56K modem

1.3 Features

• Up to 11Mbps high-speed data transfer rate for wireless
transmission.

• Interoperability to equipment complied with IEEE 802.11b
(DSSS) 2.4 GHz.

• User-friendly Web interface (GUI) for quick router configuration.

• Provides shared Internet access to your network through DSL
modem, Cable modem, or built-in 56K analog modem*
connection.

• Flexible external antenna for maximum wireless
communication.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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• Up to 128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) encryption.

• DHCP server simplifies your network administration.

• Supports NAT/PAT firewall capability.

• IP filtering feature protects your network from unauthorized data
traffic that enters or leaves the router.

1.4 Package Includes

• Arescom AresGate 1000 wireless router (x 1)

• Power adapter and cord set (x 1)

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

• RJ-11 to RJ-11 telephone cable (x 1)*

• External wireless LAN antenna (x 1)

• User’s Installation Guide

• Quick Installation Guide

1.5 Diagram of the AresGate 1000

Front Panel LEDs

Figure 1. Front Panel Interface

PWR (Power)

A PWR LED is ON when power is supplied to the AresGate router.

DIAG (Diagnostic)

The yellow DIAG LED indicates that the AresGate router is in a self­diagnostic mode during boot-up. Once the router is successfully
booted up, the DIAG LED remains off. If there is a software
malfunction or a problem with the router, the DIAG LED will remain
on.

*

56K

The 56K LED displays the status of the built-in 56K analog modem.
The green LED is on and remains solid if the modem line successfully
connects between a remote carrier (such as your ISP) and the
AresGate router. The LED flashes when there is data activity on the
modem interface.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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WAN

The WAN LED displays the 10BaseT WAN Ethernet connection
between the AresGate router and a broadband device (e.g. Cable
modem or ADSL modem). The green WAN LED is on and remains
solid when connection is valid. The LED flashes when there is data
activity on this port.

LAN

The LAN LED displays the 10BaseT Ethernet connection between
the AresGate router and an Ethernet network. The green LAN LED is
on and remains solid if there is a valid link. The LED flashes when
there is data activity on this port.

WLAN

The WLAN LED displays the connection between the AresGate
router and a wireless LAN network. The green WLAN LED is on and
remains solid if a Wireless LAN client successfully connects. The
LED flashes when there is data activity on this port.

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Back Panel Interface

Figure 2. Back Panel Interface

POWER

The power interface connects to the power adapter.

On/Off

Select the On/Off switch to turn the AresGate router on or off.

56K LINE/PHONE

The 56K modem ports connects the built-in 56K analog modem to a
telephone outlet using the included RJ-11 to RJ-11 telephone cable.

10BT WAN

The 10BaseT WAN interface connects the AresGate router to a
broadband equipment, such as Cable modem, xDSL modem or
router via 10BaseT cabling.

10BT LAN

*

The 10BaseT LAN interface connects the AresGate router to the local
LAN network.

External Wireless Antenna Connector

The included antenna needs to be securely attached to this external
wireless antenna connector in order to provide wireless connection.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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1.6 Application Scenarios

The AresGate router can easily fit into your personal networking
environment. The following application examples provides a basic
idea of how AresGate routers can improve your current network.

WAN Application

The AresGate router can incorporate with your existing Internet
access equipment, such as xDSL modem, Cable modem, or 56K
modem, and provide a gateway to the Internet for your entire network.

A. Shared Internet access through a ADSL/Cable modem

(ADSL/ Cable modem should be provided).

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B. Shared Internet access through a 56K fax modem

*

.

To support modem dial-up users, the AresGate router already has a
built-in 56K modem* that will replace all other 56K modems installed
in the PCs on the network.

NOTE: If you have ADSL or Cable modem for high speed Internet

access, the 56K* dial-up connection provides a good backup when your
ADSL or Cable service is down.

In the WAN Application scenario mentioned above, please be aware
of the following when you intend to use both applications*:

1. The 10 BaseT WAN port and 56K Line port are shared, which
means that you CANNOT use both 10 BaseT WAN port and 56K
Line port at the same time.

2. The 56K line has a higher priority over the 10BaseT WAN line. In
other words, if you are connected to the Ethernet WAN at the
moment and decide to use the 56K modem instead, then the
AresGate router will disconnect the Ethernet WAN interface and
initiate the 56K modem dial-up connection.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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LAN Application

You can easily create a wireless network environment with your
AresGate router and wireless devices installed in each one of your
PCs and laptops. AresGate router is compatible with any wireless
device that complies with IEEE802.11b standard.

A. Construct a wireless LAN network.

B. Construct a mixed wired and wireless network (Infrastructure

Network).

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Based on the figure above, the AresGate router can connect to the
wired LAN through the connection from the 10BaseT LAN port on the
AresGate to a network hub, so each wireless client has access to the
resources on the network as well as to other clients.

ARESCOM WIRELESS PERIPHERAL PRODUCTS

ARESCOM provides a complete wireless solution to satisfy your
needs. You can purchase the following wireless products from
ARESCOM website or authorized distributors:

For laptop PCs:

• WL-110: ARESCOM Wireless PCMCIA Card

• WL-210: ARESCOM USB Wireless Adapter

For desktop PCs:

• WL-100: ARESCOM PCI/USB Card

• WL-210: ARESCOM USB Wireless Adapter

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION

CAUTION!!! Turn off all electronic devices, including your personal

computer, before you begin to connect and disconnect cables.

2.1 Setup Instructions

• Choose a location for the AresGate router close to a power

outlet and nearby telephone outlet. Preferably, select a
convenient location that does not experience too much foot
traffic and is away from sunlight.

• It is important to place the AresGate router in the center of all

your wireless devices.

• After locating the optimum spot for the router, place the

AresGate Router on a level surface – such as a desktop, shelf,
or table.

• Place the AresGate router on the predetermined surface, so

you can see the back panel for convenient cable connection.

2.2 Antenna Attachment

Step 1. Tightly attach the included external antenna

to the antenna connector on the rear panel.

2.3 Connect to the Ethernet

10BaseT LAN Interface Connection

Step 1. Locate your Ethernet cable (included).

Step 2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the 10BT LAN

connector of your AresGate router.

Step 3. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet

network.

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You have 3 options to connect to the Ethernet depending on your
network environment:

Option 1. To a single PC: Attach the included Ethernet cable

to the Ethernet port on a PC.

Option 2. To a hub with uplink port available: Attach the

Ethernet cable to the uplink port on a hub.

Option 3. To a hub with non-uplink port available: Attach a

crossover Ethernet cable (Not included) to the non-

uplink ports on a hub.

Step 4. Once the router is powered on, the LAN LED on the front panel

should lit green to indicate a valid Ethernet connection. If the
LAN LED is not lit, repeat steps 1 through 3.

10BaseT WAN Interface Connection

Step 1. Locate your Ethernet cable.

Step 2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the 10BT WAN

connector of your AresGate router.

Step 3. Attach the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port

of your Cable modem or DSL modem.

Step 4. Once the router is powered on, the WAN LED on the front

panel should lit green to indicate a valid WAN connection. If the
WAN LED is not lit, repeat steps 1 through 3.

2.4 Connect the 56K Analog
Modem

Step 1. Plug the included RJ-11 to RJ-11 telephone

cable into the 56K Line port of the AresGate
router.

Step 2. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into

the telephone outlet on the wall or within your home.

Step 3. Once you successfully establish connection using the 56K

modem, the 56K LED on the front panel should lit green to
indicate a valid modem connection (Refer to the 56K MODEM
section on how to connect the 56K modem).

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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2.5 Connect the Analog Phone

Step 1. Plug another telephone cable (not included) into the 56K

Phone port of the AresGate router.

Step 2. Connect the other end of the phone cable to your analog phone

or fax machine.

*

2.6 Connect to the Power Adapter

Step 1. Plug the power adapter into the POWER port of

the AresGate router.

Step 2. Connect one end of the power cord to the power

adapter, and insert the other end of the power
cord to the power outlet on the wall.

Step 3. Switch your AresGate router to ON.

Step 4. Once the router is powered on, the PWR LED on the front

panel should lit green to indicate a valid power connection. If
the PWR LED is not lit, turn off your router and repeat steps 1
through 3.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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3. CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

The AresGate 1000 offers platform-independent HTML based
graphical user interface (GUI) configuration, so now you can simply
set up your router using your PC’s web browser.

Before you start configuring your router, you MUST:

1. Install the TCP/IP network protocol on your PC, then set its IP
Address to “Obtain an IP address automatically”. For more
information on installing and configuring TCP/IP, refer to the
instructions in the section titled “TCP/IP PROTOCOL

CONFIGURATION”.

2. Configure your wireless device(s) and set the channel number to
“6” and SSID to “arescom”.

The steps below helps you configure your AresGate router on the
LAN using the web GUI.

Step 1. Launch a web browser from your computer.

Step 2. Enter the default URL http://192.168.1.1 and press Enter.

The web browser may take a few seconds to log on to your AresGate
router. As you proceed with the configuration, you will notice that the
AresGate router’s web GUI is divided into 2 sections:

Basic: Allows you to enter values for a basic

router configuration:

SETUP
WIRELESS
PPPoE

*

Advanced: For users in need of greater control over

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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56K MODEM
STATUS

the AresGate routing capabilities, you
can access the optional Advanced
section:

PORT MAPPNIG
IP ROURING
IP FILTERING
UPGRADE

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3.1 Basic Configuration

SETUP

A. Click the SETUP tab on the top.

This page allows you to configure the following parameters:

(1) Ethernet WAN Configuration
(2) DNS IP Addresses
(3) Administration

The Ethernet WAN allows you to enter the required values to
connect your AresGate router to a remote Ethernet network. These
values include PPPoE, DHCP Client information, IP Address, Subnet
Mask, Gateway IP Address and NAT information.

PPP Over Ethernet: This feature is provided for those xDSL

modem users whose ISPs are using this
protocol. To see whether or not you need
to select this option, please try
connecting the Internet. If you are
required to enter a username and
password during a dial-up session, then
you are already using PPPoE and
therefore will need to enable this feature
on the AresGate router.
Once you enable the PPPoE feature
here, click the PPPoE tab and enter the
User Name and Password to complete
PPPoE setting.

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DHCP Client: By enabling the DHCP client feature, the

router will automatically obtain a
dynamic WAN IP Address, Subnet Mask,
Gateway IP Address from your ISP.
If you have one static IP Address
provided by your ISP, then you MUST
disable the DHCP Client feature first and
enter values below.

NOTE: If you are enabling PPP Over Ethernet or DHCP Client, then

you DO NOT need to enter IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP
Address below.

IP Address: This is the WAN IP Address of your

AresGate router. If you have a static IP
Address provided by your ISP, then enter
it here.

Subnet Mask: Enter the WAN Subnet Mask provided

by your ISP.

Gateway IP Address: Enter the router’s Gateway IP Address

provided by your ISP.

NAT: Enabling the NAT (Network Address

Translation) function allows the router to
perform IP-sharing, which means
multiple PCs on your LAN with Private IP
addresses can share Internet access
using one Public IP Address.
Disable the NAT function if you are not
planning to use the AresGate router for
shared Internet access.

In the DNS (Domain Name Server) section:

Primary DNS: Allows you to assign the IP Address of

the Primary DNS provided by your ISP.

Secondary DNS: Allows you to assign the IP Address of

the Secondary DNS provided by your
ISP.

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The Administration section allows you to enter a Router Name and
Password to ensure maximum administrative security for your router.

Router Name: For Cable Modem users: This is the

Computer/Host Name provided by your
ISP. Your ISP may request you to enter
the name here.
For other users: Enter a desired router
name here.

Password: This feature provides maximum security

for your router by limiting access to
users with the correct password only.
When you type your password, the name
will appear as asterixes (****).

B. Enter a desired Router Name and Password.

C. Re-enter the password to authenticate its use.
D. Click the Save button to save the values to AresGate router.

If you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate
router, simply click the Cancel button.

NOTE: Once you change your router’s password, you are prompted to

enter the User Name onto the Enter Network Password pop-up window
to authenticate the change. Simply key in the Router Name you entered
above.

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WIRELESS

A. Click the WIRELESS tab on the top.

The Wireless page allows you to configure all the necessary values
for the Wireless Access Point in your router. All other wireless devices
that want to connect to this router MUST use the same values (i.e.
Wireless Channel Number, WEP, WEP key and SSID) as the router:

Wireless Channel

Number: You can select up to 11 channels to

establish wireless LAN connection
among different PCs on the network.
Only PCs set with the same channel
number can communicate with the router
(default channel is set at 6).
If you experience lost connection or slow
data transfer, then you can try out
different channel numbers for the best
effect.

WEP

(Wired Equivalent Privacy): It is highly recommended that you

enable WEP to maximize network
security. You can setup a 64-bit or 128-
bit WEP that encrypts data packages
while using wireless LAN.
Once WEP is enabled, entering the WEP
Key value below is required.

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WEP Key (Hex Code): Allows you to input a hex code up to 26

characters in length (0 to 9, a to f, A to
F).
For 64-bit WEP, the key length is 10
characters.
For 128-bit WEP, the key length is 26
characters.

SSID: Allows you to enter a SSID (Service Set

Identification) name for your router. To
communicate, all wireless workstations
must share the same SSID name
(Default code is “arescom”).

B. Select a desired wireless channel.

C. Select 64-bit or 128-bit for the WEP (Wired Equivalent

Privacy) option to ensure data transfer security.

D. Enter a set of desired WEP KEY numbers.

E. Enter a desired SSID code.

F. Click the Save button to save the values to AresGate 1000. If

you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate
router, simply click the Cancel button.

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PPPoE

A. Click the PPPoE tab on the top.

The PPP Over Ethernet page needs to be filled out by xDSL modem
users whose ISPs are using this protocol. To know whether you need
to select this option, please try connecting the Internet. If you are
required to enter a username and password during a dial-up session,
then you are already using PPPoE and therefore will need to enable
this feature on the SETUP page.

Username: The name of the Internet account

provided by your ISP.

Password: The password you use to access your

ISP account.

NAT: Enabling the NAT (Network Address

Translation) function allows the router to
perform IP-sharing, which means
multiple PCs on your LAN with private IP
addresses can share Internet access
using one public IP Address.
Disable the NAT function if you are not
planning to use the AresGate router for
shared Internet access.

B. To establish a PPPoE broadband connection, enter these

values and click the Connect button. To disconnect an
existing PPPoE connection, click the Disconnect button.

NOTE: Once you click the Connect button, your xDSL service is

activated and always ON. To surf the Internet, you are not required to run
the PPPoE program originally running on your PC.

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56K MODEM

A. Click the 56K MODEM tab on the top.

You can also use the built-in 56K Modem for shared Internet access:

User Name: The name you use to access the remote

Password: The password you use to access the

Phone Number: The primary phone number you dial to

NAT: Enabling the NAT (Network Address

B. To establish a 56K connection, enter these values and click

*

server or ISP.

remote server or ISP.

access the remote server or ISP.
If you need to dial “9” to reach an outside
line, please insert a comma “,” RIGHT
AFTER the number “9”. For example, if
your ISP phone number is (734) 765-
4321, then you need to enter
“9,17347654321”.

Translation) function allows the router to
perform IP-sharing, which means
multiple PCs on your LAN with private IP
Addresses can share Internet access
using one public IP Address.
Disable the NAT function if you are not
planning to use the AresGate router for
shared Internet access.

the Connect button. To disconnect an existing 56K
connection, click the Disconnect button.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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STATUS

A. Click the STATUS tab on the top.

The Status page collects information from various functions and
operations of your AresGate router and displays the information
within a single page for your convenience. Viewing the overall status
of your system makes it easier for you to monitor your router,
troubleshoot any operation problems you might encounter, and reset
your router’s configuration if necessary.

B. To reboot the router, click the Reboot AresGate button.

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NOTE: Once you click the Reboot AresGate button, the router will reset

the router configuration to manufacturer default mode.

At a single glance, you will find the following router information:

1. System: Router Name, Firmware Version, Firmware Date, and
MAC Address.

2. Ethernet WAN: DHCP Client, PPPoE Status, IP Address,

Gateway IP Address, DNS IP Address, NAT, and Ethernet
Packets and Bytes Sent and Received.

3. 56K Modem

*

: Connection Status, IP Address data, Phone

Number, NAT, and IP Packets and Bytes Sent and Received.

4. Wireless LAN: Wireless link and the total number of Ethernet
Packets and Bytes Sent and Received.

5. Ethernet LAN: Ethernet Link, IP Address, Subnet Mask,
Ethernet Packets and Bytes Sent and Received.

* For AresGate 1000 Pro model only

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3.2 Advanced Configuration

PORT MAPPING

A. Click on the PORT MAPPING tab on the top.

Port Mapping allows you to provide certain services (web hosting,
FTP server, or Telnet) or applications (PCAnywhere or Blizzard’s
StarCraft) to the Internet on your LAN. Incoming data packets
received with a specific port (external port) can be mapped/routed to
the specific application or service (internal port) according to the Port
Mapping Table.

Current Port Mapping Table

The Current Port Mapping Table displays the ID (index number),
Internal IP Address, Internal Port #, External Port #, Protocol type for
each entry. When you click the Add button, a new Port Mapping Entry
will be created.

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Add Port Mapping Entry

In the Add Port Mapping Entry section, you can enter values for each
of the following items:

Internal IP Address: The IP Address for the PC running the

special service(s) within the router’s
private subnet. It is recommended to
assign a permanent private IP Address
(in the range of 192.168.1.2 -

192.168.1.254) to the PC because the
internal DHCP server is always ON.

NOTE: Each time you assign a permanent IP Address to your network

PC, reboot your AresGate router so the DHCP server can reserve it.

Internal Port: The port number of the PC running the

special service(s) within the router’s
subnet. A port is used to distinguish
between requests for different services,
such as 21 is for FTP, 80 is for HTTP, 23
is for Telnet and 25 is for SMTP, etc.

External Port: The port number associated with the

Dial-Out IP Address. A port is used to
distinguish between requests for
different services (please refer to

Internal Port for more details).

Protocol: The protocol type used depending on

the type of special service or application
you intend to provide. Currently, the
router supports TCP and UDP protocols.

Delete Port Mapping Entry

Port Mapping Entry ID: To delete an entry from the port mapping

table above, enter the associated ID
number and click the Delete button.

B. If you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate

router, simply click the Cancel button.

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An example on how to set up a WEB hosting service:

Internal IP Address: Enter 192.168.1.100 (Make sure the

WEB server’s IP Address is

192.168.1.100 and Subnet Mask is

255.255.255.0).

Internal Port: Enter 80.

External Port: Enter 80.

Protocol: Select TCP.

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IP ROUTING

CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

A. Click the IP ROUTING tab on the top.

IP Routing designates the AresGate router which path or route to use
when forwarding data packets. You will need to create an IP route
when there are other routers on your LAN.

Current IP Routing Table

The Current IP Routing Table displays the index number (ID),
Destination IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address, and
Interface for each entry. When you click the Add button, a new IP
Route is created.

Add Route

In the Add Route section, you can enter values for each of the
following items:

Destination IP Address: The IP Address of where data packets

are to be sent.

Subnet Mask: The subnet mask of the Destination IP

Address.

Gateway IP Address: The IP Address of the gateway on the

LAN where data packets are to be sent.

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Interface: Determines whether data packets are to

Delete Route

Route ID: To delete a route from the routing table,

B. If you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate

router, simply click the Cancel button.

C. If you wish to update a pre-existing route, please delete the

original route and add a new route.

The Gateway IP Address can only be set
if the route uses the LAN interface.

be sent through the Ethernet_LAN,
Ethenet_WAN, or Modem.

enter the associated ID number and click
the Delete button.

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CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

A. Click the IP FILTERING tab on the top.

IP Filtering allows you to define up to 16 sequential filters, and each
filter can be set to examine, or filter, both source and destination data
packets.

Current IP Filtering Table

The Current IP Filtering Table displays the Filter ID, Protocol, Protocol
Number, Source/Destination IP, Source/Destination Port# for each
filter, as well as the action taken when the filter conditions are
matched or not matched. When you click the Add button, a new IP
filter is created.

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CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

Add Filter

In the Add Filter section, you can enter values for each of the
following items:

Protocol: Currently, AresGate 1000 supports TCP,

UDP, ICMP, or Other. If you select Other,
then you need to specify the following
Protocol Number field.

Protocol Number: The associated number for the desired

protocol. You need to enter a number if
you have selected Other in the previous

Protocol field.

Source IP Address: The IP Address of the device sending

the data packet.

Subnet Mask (Source): The subnet mask of the device sending

the data packet.

Source Port: The TCP/IP port of the service, such as

FTP, the web (HTTP), Telnet, or SMTP,
that sends the data packet.

Destination IP Address: The IP Address of the device receiving

the data packet.

Subnet Mask

(Destination): The subnet mask of the device receiving

the data packet.

Destination Port: The TCP/IP port of the service, such as

FTP, the web (HTTP), Telnet, or SMTP,
that receives the data packet.

The AresGate router examines each entering data packet with the
above parameters to determine if they match (true) or do not match
(false).

For data packets that match or do not match the IP filtering
conditions, you can set an Action If Matched or Action If Not
Matched parameter to determine the data packet’s destination:

Pass: Automatically pass through the router.

Restrict: Pass if only there is an available

connection.

Discard: Packet is blocked and discarded.

Pass to next filter: Packet goes to the next filter in

sequence.

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Delete Filter

Filter ID: To delete an IP filter from the filtering

B. If you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate

CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

table, enter the associated ID number
and click the Delete button.

router, simply click the Cancel button.

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CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER

UPGRADE

A. Click the UPGRADE tab on the top.

The Upgrade feature allows you to upgrade your router to the latest
firmware version. The firmware can be downloaded to the router
using FTP protocol.

Please visit ARESCOM website at www.arescom.com for the FTP
Server IP Address and firmware File Name BEFORE you upgrade
the firmware.

B. Enter the following information if you want to download a

firmware to your router:

FTP Server IP Address: The IP Address of the FTP server that

contains the firmware.

File Name: The file name of the router firmware that

you want to download.

C. Click the Save button to save the values to AresGate 1000. If

you do not wish to send the configuration to your AresGate
router, simply click the Cancel button.

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TCP/IP PROTOCOL CONFIGURATION

4. TCP/IP PROTOCOL
CONFIGURATION

You must install TCP/IP protocol on each workstation on your LAN so
they can communicate with the AresGate router.

Your AresGate DHCP Server is already enabled and will assign IP
Address (with IP pool addresses starting from 192.168.1.2 to

192.168.1.254), Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address, and DNS to your
PCs on the LAN. The AresGate router is configured with a default
LAN IP Address of 192.168.1.1 and Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0.

NOTE: To ensure that your router will assign an IP Address to your PCs,

you must set them to obtain IP addresses automatically.

4.1 Installing TCP/IP in Windows® 95/98/Me

Step 1. Click on Start -> Settings ->

Control Panel.

Step 2. Double-click on the Network

computer icon.

Step 3. Click the Configuration tab.

If you see TCP/IP listed in
the Network window, you
already have TCP/IP on your
Windows 95/98/Me. Skip to
Step 8.

Step 4. From the

Configuration tab,
click Add.

Step 5. Select Protocol and

click Add.

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Step 6. Choose Microsoft ->

TCP/IP and click OK.

Step 7. Check to see if TCP/IP

is listed in the
Network window. If
you do not see TCP/IP
listed, then you have
not installed the
protocol. Repeat steps
4 - 6.

Step 8. From the Configuration tab, select TCP/IP -> XXXX Ethernet

Adapters (“XXXX” is the maker of your Ethernet card) and click
the Properties button.

Step 9. Select the IP Address tab.

Step 10. Click the radio button next

to Obtain an IP Address
automatically.

Step 11. Click OK and restart your

PC.

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4.2 Installing TCP/IP in Windows® 2000

Step 1. Click on Start -> Settings -

> Control Panel.

Step 2. Double-click Network and

Dial-up Connections.

Step 3. Double-click Local Area

Connection.

Step 4. In the Local Area

Connection Status

window, click on the
Properties button.

Step 5. If you see the Internet

Protocol (TCP/IP) listed in

the Local Area
Connection Properties

window, you already have TCP/IP on your Windows 2000. Skip
to Step 10.

Step 6. From the General tab click Install.

Step 7. In the Select Network Component Type window, select

Protocol and click Add.

Step 8. Choose Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the Network Protocol

list box, then click OK.

Step 9. Check to see if

Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) is listed in

the Local Area
Connection
Properties window. If
you do not see
Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) listed, then
you have not
installed the
protocol. Repeat
steps 6 - 8.

Step 10. From the General tab in the Local Area Connection Properties

window, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click
Properties.

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Step 11. Click the radio button

next to Obtain an IP

Address
automatically.

Step 12. Click the radio button

next to Obtain DNS

server address
automatically.

Step 13. Click OK and restart

your PC.

4.3 Installing TCP/IP in Windows® NT

Step 1. Click on Start ->

Settings

-> Control Panel.

Step 2. Double-click the

Network computer icon.

Step 3. Click the Protocols tab.

If you see TCP/IP
Protocol listed under
Network Protocols, you
already have TCP/IP on
your Windows NT. Skip
to Step 7.

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Step 4. From the Protocols

tab click Add.

Step 5. Select TCP/IP

Protocol and click
OK.

Step 6. Check to verify that

TCP/IP Protocol is

listed under Network
Protocols, then click
OK. If you do not see
TCP/IP listed under
Network Protocols,
you have not installed TCP/IP. Repeat steps 4 - 5.

Step 7. From the Protocols tab, select TCP/IP Protocol listed under

Network Protocol and click Properties.

Step 8. Select the IP Address tab.

Step 9. Click the radio button

next to Obtain an IP
Address from DHCP
Server.

Step 10. Click Apply.

Step 11. Click OK and restart your

computer.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

5. TROUBLESHOOTING

This section is designed to answer some of the questions you might
have while operating the AresGate router. Read each heading
carefully to find the solution to your problems.

5.1 WAN Link LED Flashing

• Make sure the Ethernet cable from the xDSL/Cable modem is

plugged into AresGate router’s 10BT WAN port and that both
units are powered on.

• Make sure you are using the proper Ethernet cable.

• Reboot your AresGate router.

• You may review any additional documentation.

5.2 Cannot Connect to the AresGate Router

• Verify that the AresGate router is properly installed and is

powered on. Once power is on, check your router to see if the
LAN LED is solid.

• Make sure you are using the proper Ethernet cable.

• If you are using a wireless device in your PC, its channel

number and SSID needs to be 6 and arescom, respectively.

• Make sure you set the PC’s IP Address to “Obtain IP address

automatically”.

• If you specify a static IP Address in your PC, make sure your

PC and AresGate router are on the same subnet. The default
LAN IP Address of the AresGate router is 192.168.1.1 with a
Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0. Your PC should be using an IP
Address within the range of 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254, a
Subnet Mask of 255.255.255.0, and a Gateway pointing to the
AresGate LAN IP Address 192.168.1.1.

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5.3 Cannot Connect to the Wireless Lan
Interface

• Verify that the AresGate router is properly installed and is

powered on.

• Make sure that your included external antenna is securely

attached to your AresGate router.

• Make sure that you have set the same wireless channel

number, SSID, and WEP for both the router and the wireless
device.

• Verify that you have properly installed your wireless LAN card

driver into your PC or laptop.

• Test out your wireless LAN connection at close distance first,

with no obstacles between your wireless device and the
AresGate router.

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GLOSSARY

A. GLOSSARY

When you order Internet service, your ISP will give you a large
amount of information. Definitions of common configuration terms are
available below. Please note that terminology used by various remote
networks may vary.

AP (Access Point) - A hardware device, or software used in
conjunction with a computer, that serves as a communications “hub”
for wireless clients and provides a connection to a wired LAN. An AP
can double the range of wireless clients and provide enhanced
security.

Ad-Hoc Mode - A client setting that provides independent peer-to­peer connectivity in a wireless LAN. An alternative set-up is where
PCs communicate with each other through an AP (see also

Infrastructure Mode).

ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) - Currently the most

common DSL technology available that provides asymmetrical
bandwidth over a single copper wire pair (over your regular telephone
line). The downstream bandwidth from the network to the subscriber
is greater than the upstream bandwidth from the subscriber to the
network. ADSL speeds typically run from 1.5 Mbps to 8 Mbps
downstream and 64 Kbps to 640 Kbps upstream.

Bandwidth - The amount of data that can be transmitted by the
network “information highway”, used as an indication for speed of
data transmission. An Ethernet link is capable of moving 10 million
bits of data per second.

Bit - The term used to refer to a single unit of data in digital data
communications. It takes 8 bits to make 1 byte, which is a unit of
measurement for computer data.

Bps (Bits per second) - Refers to the unit of measurement used for
data transmission speeds over a data communication link, e.g. ADSL
runs at 6 Mbps (MegaBits per second).

Bridge - A hardware device that passes packets between multiple
network segments using the same networking protocol to connect the
different network segments. A DSL modem is a bridge that passes
DSL from one network segment to another. Bridge operates at the
hardware layer and has no routing capabilities.

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Broadband - Any high-bandwidth (see also Bandwidth) data
communication technology that runs at speeds of 200 Kbps or more
and allows combined transmission of voice, data, and video over a
single physical connection. Broadband is in contrast to narrowband
such as traditional 56K analog modem. DSL, Cable, wireless, and
satellite technology are all different types of broadband technology.

Byte - A unit of data equaling to 8 bits (1 Byte = 8 bits).

Cable Modem - A type of modem that connects your PC to the

Internet via your local CATV (Cable TV service) provider. Cable
modems promise bandwidth rates of 40Mbps downstream and

2.5Mbps upstream. However, since cable service must be shared
with all subscribers in the region, actual bandwidth for an individual
cable user varies, depending on the number of users online, and is
usually around 1Mbps.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - An Internet
protocol that allows the DHCP server to dynamically assign IP
addresses to any client workstation (any device connected to your
LAN, such as a PC) for a set period of time and then sends them back
so that they can be reassigned to other workstations. This feature
saves the ISP and Network Managers from having to manually
configure IP addresses for each PC on the LAN.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) - A new kind of digitized data
communication technology that delivers high-speed, two-way Internet
access over the traditional copper wire telephone line. DSL
technology allows the user to share their phone line with their DSL
line, providing an “always-on” Internet connection that runs at speeds
from 1 Mbps to 52 Mbps depending on the distance between the
customer site and the CO. There are many type of DSLs called xDSL,
and the most commonly available DSL line is the ADSL (See ADSL),
which supports up to 6 - 8Mbps downstream. Other types of DSL
include SDSL, IDSL, HDSL, VDSL, RADSL, etc.

DSL technology can be accessed by connecting a DSL modem at the
customer premise to the telephone line and computer. At the end of
the line, DSL-enabling equipment at the CO, such as a DSLAM,
aggregates or consolidates all the customer DSL lines and routes the
data traffic onto a backbone network for distribution to the ISP or
corporate networks.

DNS (Domain Name System) - A mechanism that translates host
domain names into its numeric IP Address and vice-versa. A domain
name is an easy-to-remember nickname for numerical IP addresses
required by a computer, such as [email protected].

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GLOSSARY

Encapsulation - The encapsulating or enclosing data within a
particular IP header. Sometimes the entire frame from one network is
placed in the header used by the data link layer protocol of another
network.

Encryption - A specific algorithm used to encrypt or encode the data
so that it becomes unreadable to unauthorized users that do not know
the decryption key. A good example of encryption technology is WEP
(Wired Equivalent Private).

Ethernet - Most popular LAN (Local Area Network) technology that
uses CSMA/CD (Collision Detection) and transfers data between
workstations over a variety of cable types at 10Mbps, also called
10BaseT. Most Ethernet LANs use twisted pair 10BaseT cables and
support both Ethernet as well as Fast Ethernet at 100Mbps
(100BaseT).

Firewall - A security device (either hardware, software, or a
combination of both) that selectively blocks out or filters unwanted IP
traffic from a public network. Firewall allows the private LAN network
to be invisible to the public network outside, preventing intrusion from
unauthorized users.

Hub - A hardware device that repeats all data traffic to all CPE
(Customer Premises Equipment) ports. A hub functions as the center
of a LAN and all other network devices on the LAN, including PCs,
printers, DSL modem or routers, are connected to the hub through
cabling.

Infrastructure Mode - A client setting providing connectivity to an AP.
As compared to Ad-Hoc Mode, where PCs communicate directly with
each other, clients set in Infrastructure Mode all pass data through a
central AP. The AP not only mediates wireless network traffic in the
immediate neighborhood, but it also provides communication with the
wired network (see also Ad-Hoc Mode and Access Points).

Internet - A massive worldwide network of computer networks
interconnecting thousands of computers and networks around the
world and readily accessible from any computer with a modem or
router connection and the corresponding software.

IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol standard for the Internet. A kind of
Internet software that keeps track of all the addresses on the Internet
for different nodes, forwards outgoing IP traffic, and recognizes
incoming IP traffic.

IP Address - numeric address assigned to each machine on the
Internet. Consists of four sets of one, two, or three octal digits
separated by periods.

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ISP (Internet Service Provider) - The telecommunication company
that provides Internet service for the subscriber. The ISP can be a
telephone company, a CLEC or ILEC, or any other company that
provides Internet access to the end user such as AOL, Earthlink or
MSN.

LAN (Local Area Network) - A collection of privately owned,
interconnected computers within a confined service area.

PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) - It is a protocol that
allows a computer to access the Internet using a dial-up phone line
and a high-speed modem. Relying on two widely accepted standards,
Ethernet and point to point protocol (PPP), it makes high speed
access easier to use for end consumers, and more seamless to
integrate into the existing infrastructure for carriers and ISPs.

WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) - WEP data encryption is defined
by the 802.11 standard to prevent (i) access to the network by
“intruders” using similar wireless LAN equipment and (ii) capture of
wireless LAN traffic through eavesdropping. WEP allows the
administrator to define a set of respective “Keys” for each wireless
network user based on a “Key String” passed through the WEP
encryption algorithm. Access is denied by anyone who does not have
an assigned key.

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

B. PRODUCT INFORMATION

B.1 FCC 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
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help.

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.

You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your
authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions. (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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B.2 FCC Part 68 Requirements

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the
bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other
information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence
Number [REN] for this equipment. If requested, this information must
be given to the telephone company.

The REN is used to determine the maximum number of devices
connected to your telephone line that will ring in response to an
incoming call. In most but not all areas, the total REN of devices
connected to a line should not exceed five [5.0]. To find out the total
permitted in your area, contact your local telephone company.

If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone network,
the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If
possible, they will notify you in advance. But if advance notice is not
practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be
informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper
functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in
advance to give you and opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
telephone service.

If you experience trouble with this product, please contact
ARESCOM, Inc. for information on obtaining service or repairs. The
telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from
the network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure
that the equipment is not malfunctioning.

This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the
telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state
tariffs.

B.3 Tech Support

For assistance or inquiries on how to install or operate your AresGate
router, feel free to contact the ARESCOM Tech Support team using
any one of the following means below:

Telephone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.arescom.com

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