Askey Computer RTA1435VW User Manual

ADSL Router (MODEL RTA1435VW)

USER GUIDE

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User Guide

ADSL Router (RTA1435VW)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION..................................................................................................................................3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................................................4

HARDWARE FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................5

3.1LED Indicators...........................................................................................................................................5

3.2Connector Descriptions..............................................................................................................................7

INSTALLING THE HARDWARE.......................................................................................................................8

4.1Installation Requirements ..........................................................................................................................8

4.2

4.3

4.4Hardware Installation.................................................................................................................................9

CONFIGURING THE ROUTER FOR INTERNET CONNECTION ................................................................10

5.1Accessing the Router for the First Time ..................................................................................................10

5.2

5.3

5.4

5.5Establishing a WAN Ethernet Session using VersaPort™2.....................................................................18

CONFIGURING WIRELESS OPERATIONS....................................................................................................19

6.1Basic Wireless Configuration ..................................................................................................................19

6.2

6.3

6.4

6.5

6.6Advanced Wireless Settings ....................................................................................................................25

PUBLICATION INFORMATION......................................................................................................................26

Before You Begin ......................................................................................................................................8

Microfilters ................................................................................................................................................8

Confirming a DSL Sync...........................................................................................................................12

Establishing a PPP Session ......................................................................................................................13

Establishing a Routed IP Connection.......................................................................................................16

Simple Config - Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) .......................................................................................20

Wireless Security .....................................................................................................................................21

Connecting PCs via Wireless...................................................................................................................23

Using MAC Filtering ...............................................................................................................................24

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

The ADSL Router combines the functionality of a Voice over (VoIP) Analog Terminal Adapter with that of a Westell ADSL Router. The Router enables you to connect analog phones or dual-mode Wi-Fi/GMS phones to the Router to make or receive phone calls over the Internet, and supports a variety of networking interfaces such as wireless 802.11b/g, ADSL 2/2+, and Ethernet. The Router also functions as a 4-port Router and enables you to connect multiple PCs on your LAN to the Internet. The Router’s VersaPort™2 interface enables you to uplink your Router to other ADSL network devices, and the 802.11 wireless interface enables you to establish a secure wireless connection with your ISP’s wireless network equipment.

With the ADSL Router, you can to use the same phone line for simultaneous voice/fax communications and high-speed Internet access, eliminating the need for dedicated phone lines for voice and data needs. ADSL connection is “always-on,” ending the hassles of dial-up modems and busy signals, and installation is easy ... no tools ... no headaches. Simply connect the hardware, apply power, and perform the simple software configuration for Router and you are on the Internet.

Hereafter, the ADSL Router will be referred to as the “Router.”

ADSL Multiple PC Setup

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Never install any telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

Never

The following important safety instructions should be followed when using your telephone equipment.

WARNING: Please save these instructions.

Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Do not connect this equipment in an environment that is unsuitable. The voice over IP (VoIP) ports of the equipment are suitable for connection to intra-building or non-exposed wiring only.

touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at

the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

WARNING

Risk of electric shock. Voltages up to 140 Vdc (with reference to ground) may be present on telecommunications circuits.

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3. HARDWARE FEATURES

3.1 LED Indicators

This section explains the LED States and Descriptions of your Router. LED indicators are used to verify the unit ’s operation and status.

Figure 1. Front View of IMS Router

LED

POWER

VERSAPORT™2 (LAN/WAN)

ETHERNET (LAN 1-4)

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Solid Green

OFF

Solid Red

Solid Green

Flashing Green

Off

Solid Green

Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green Solid Amber

Off

LED States and Descriptions

Description

Router power is ON. Router power is OFF. POST (Power On Self Test), Failure (not bootable) or Device

Malfunction. Note: The Power LED should be red no longer than two seconds after the power on self test passes.

Powered device is connected to the associated port (includes devices with wake-on LAN capability where slight voltage is supplied to an Ethernet connection).

10/100 Base-T Ethernet WAN activity is present in either direction. Router power is OFF, no cable, or no powered device is connected to

the associated port. Powered device is connected to the associated port (includes devices

with wake-on LAN capability where slight voltage is supplied to an Ethernet connection).

Ethernet LAN activity is present (LAN traffic in either direction). Router power is OFF, no cable or no powered device is connected to

the associated port. Wireless is enabled and functioning.

Wireless LAN activity present (traffic in either direction). Wi-Fi Protected Setup in progress

Wireless is disabled or not functioning.

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No DSL signal.

Note: If the IP or PPP session is dropped due to an idle timeout, the

No Message.

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Wireless Setup (WPS)

USB

DSL

INTERNET

TELEPHONE 1

TELEPHONE 2

Message Waiting 1

(Line 1 message waiting)

Message Waiting 2 (Line 2 message waiting)

Solid Green

Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green Solid Red

Flashing Red Solid Amber

Off

Solid Green

Flashing Green

Solid Red

OFF

Solid Green

Flashing Green Off

Solid Green

Flashing Green

Off Flashing Green Off Flashing Green

Off

ADSL Router (RTA1435VW) Wi-Fi Protected Setup was successful (on for 300 seconds)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup in progress (on for 0.2 seconds off for 0.1 seconds repeating)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup error (on for 0.1 seconds off for 0.1 seconds repeating)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup session overlap detected (on for 0.12 seconds off for 0.1 seconds repeating for 0.1second, Off for 0.5 second repeating)

Wi-Fi Protected Setup is not activated or modem power off USB device is recognized and drivers are properly installed. USB is transferring data. Modem power is OFF, USB device not present, or USB device not

recognized by modem. Good DSL sync.

DSL attempting to sync. Device has unsuccessfully attempted DSL sync for three minutes.

Router is in safeboot mode. Router power is OFF.

Internet link established. IP connection established and IP Traffic is passing through device

(in either direction). light will remain solid green, if an ADSL connection is still present.

If the session is dropped for any other reason, the light is turned OFF. The light will turn red when it attempts to reconnect and DHCP or PPP fails).

Device attempted to become IP connected and failed (no DHCP response, no PPP response, PPP authentication failed, no IP address from IPCP, etc.).

Modem power is OFF, Modem is in Bridge Mode, or the connection is not present.

SIP registration succeeded. Attached device is registered with VoIP server.

Attached device is attempting to establish a VoIP call. Power off, line not provisioned, line not registered with VoIP server. SIP registration succeeded. Attached device is registered with VoIP

server. Attached device is attempting to establish a VoIP call. Power off, line not provisioned, line not registered with VoIP server. Message Waiting.

Message Waiting.

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Name

Green

Black

Yellow

Black

Blue

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Figure 2. Rear View of the IMS Router

PHONE 2 and 1

LINE (FXO)

DSL

ETHERNET (E1, E2, E3, E4)

3.2 Connector Descriptions

The following chart displays the connector types for the IMS Router.

Color

ADSL

LINE

VERSAPORT™2

ETHERNET

POWER

Type

RJ-11

RJ-45

Barrel connector

POWER

USB

VERSAPORT™ 2

Function Connects to an ADSL-equipped telephone jack or DSL connection of a POTS splitter.

Connects to a PSTN telephone jack for use when power is lost. VERSAPORT™2 can function as a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet connection to a WAN-side networking device. (e.g., xDSL, etc.), a DMZ LAN Port, or a fifth Ethernet LAN Port, depending on the configuration.

10/100 Base-T Ethernet Connection to PC or Hub.

Connection to DC Power Adaptor.

Switch

RESET Button

DC 12V Connector

Gray

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PHONE 1 and 2

USB

RJ-11

Type A

Telephone Port connection to phone cable.

Connects a USB 2.0 Type A Host device to the router.

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4. INSTALLING THE HARDWARE

4.1 Installation Requirements

To install your Router, you will need one of the following: A Network Interface Card (NIC) installed in your PC An IEEE 802.11b/g adapter

OTE: Internet Service Provider (ISP) connection requirements may vary. Consult your ISP for installation

instructions. Please wait until you have received notification from your ISP that your DSL line has been activated before installing the Router.

4.2 Before You Begin

Make sure your kit contains the following items:

Westell® IMS Router Power Supply RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through) (yellow) RJ-11 ADSL Cable (green) RJ-11 Line Cable (black)

4.3 Microfilters

ADSL signals must be blocked from reaching each telephone, answering machine, fax machine, computer modem or any similar conventional device. Failure to do so may degrade telephone voice quality and ADSL performance. Install a microfilter if you desire to use the DSL-equipped line jack for telephone, answering machine, fax machine or other telephone device connections. Microfilter installation requires no tools or telephone rewiring. Just unplug the telephone device from the baseboard or wall mount and snap in a microfilter. Next, snap in the telephone device. You can purchase microfilters from your local electronics retailer or contact the original provider of your DSL equipment. Microfilters are not required on the telephone devices attached to the voice over IP (VoIP) ports.

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NOTE: If you are using the Router in conjunction with an Ethernet Hub or Switch, refer to the manufacturer ’s

NOTE: When using the yellow VERSAPORT

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4.4 Hardware Installation

instructions for proper installation and configuration. When using a Microfilter, be certain that the DSL phone cable is connected to the “ DSL/HPN” non-filtered jack. Please wait until you have received notification from your ISP that your DSL line has been activated before installing the Router. Askey recommends the use of a surge suppressor to protect equipment attached to the power supply. An additional Ethernet cable may be required depending on the installation method you are using. Ethernet cables can be purchased at your local computer hardware retailer.

IMPORTANT: Before you connect via 10/100 Base-T, you must have an available Ethernet card installed in your computer. If your Ethernet card does not auto-negotiate, you must set it to half duplex. Refer to the Ethernet card manufacturer’s instructions for installing and configuring your Ethernet card.

1. Connect the green ADSL phone cable from the connector marked ADSL on the rear panel of the Router to the

DSL-equipped telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: Do not use a Microfilter on this connection. You must use the phone cord that was provided with the kit.

Connect the black Line cable from the connector marked LINE on the rear panel of the Router to the DSL-

2. equipped telephone line jack on the wall. IMPORTANT: You MUST use a Microfilter on this connection.

Connect the yellow Ethernet cable (provided with your kit) from any one of the Ethernet jacks marked

ETHERNET on the rear panel of the Router to the Ethernet port on your computer. Repeat this step to connect

up to three additional PCs to your Router.

yellow Ethernet cable (provided with your kit) or any other Ethernet cable to the VERSAPORT™2 jack as the VERSAPORT™2 jack will function as a fifth Ethernet port. You may also connect to any of the four yellow Ethernet jacks on the rear panel of the Router as they serve as an Ethernet switch.

Connect the power supply cord to the power connector marked DC 12V on the rear panel of the Router. Plug the other end of the power supply into a wall socket, and then turn on the power switch (if it is not already turned on).

Check to see if the DSL LED is solid green. If the DSL LED is solid green, the Router is functioning properly. Check to see if the Ethernet LED is solid green. Solid/Flashing green indicates that the Ethernet connection is

functioning properly.

Congratulations! You have completed the Hardware installation for your Router. You must now proceed to section 5,

“Configuring the Router for Internet Connection.”

™2 jack in Private LAN mode, you may connect either the

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