ASUSTeK Computer WL500GD Users Manual

WL500g / WL500g Deluxe Wireless Router

(For 802.11g/b Wireless Clients)

WL500b Wireless Router

(For 802.11b Wireless Clients)

User’s Manual

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Product Name: WL500g/WL500g Deluxe/WL500b
Manual Revision: E1697
Release Date: July 2004

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Contact Information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112
General Telephone: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site Address: www.asus.com.tw
General Email: [e-mail]

Technical Support

MB/Others (Tel): [phone]
Notebook (Tel): [phone]
Desktop/Server (Tel): [phone]
Networking (Tel): [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Company Address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site Address: usa.asus.com
General Email: [e-mail]

Technical Support

General Support: [phone]
Notebook (Tel): [phone] x5110
Support Email: [e-mail]
Support Fax: [phone]

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria)

Company Address: Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
General Telephone: [phone]
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Online Contact: www.asuscom.de/sales

Technical Support

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ASUS COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)

Company Address: P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.
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Web Site Address: www.ASUSarabia.com

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (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.

WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required in
order to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference to
the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only
the supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to con­nect I/O devices to this equipment. Y ou are cautioned that changes
or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. W ashington
DC: Office of the Federal Register , National Archives and Records Administration,
U.S. Government Printing Office.

Canadian Department of Communications

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.

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Notices

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement

In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between
the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC
regulations. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of
this device could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the
instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any
changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not
expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television
interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or
attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It
is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such
unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its
authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or
violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these
guidelines.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.

Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC

Essential requirements – Article 3
Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a
Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are
considered relevant and sufficient.
Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article 3.1b
Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1 and EN 301
489-17 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.
Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2
Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. These
are considered relevant and sufficient.

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 9

Overview................................................................................................ 9

System Requirements ........................................................................... 9

Features .............................................................................................. 10

The Product Package ..................................................................... 10

The ASUS Wireless Family............................................................. 12

Network Topology ................................................................................ 14

Network Backbone.......................................................................... 14

Agent to an ISP............................................................................... 15

Agent to Another Network ............................................................... 16

LED Indicators ..................................................................................... 17

2. Installation Procedure....................................................................... 18

Wall Mounting Option .......................................................................... 20

Vertical Standing Option ...................................................................... 21

Connecting to the ASUS Wireless Router ........................................... 22

3. Software Configuration..................................................................... 23

Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router ............................................... 23

Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection..................... 23

Installing the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities....................................... 25

Using the Wireless Router for the First Time....................................... 26

1. ASUS Wireless Router Utilities .................................................. 26

2. Connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager .............................. 26

3. Set your own password.............................................................. 28

4. Use Quick Setup ........................................................................ 28

Home Gateway Mode.......................................................................... 29

Wireless............................................................................................... 32

Interface .......................................................................................... 32

Bridge/Access Control List.............................................................. 37

Access Control................................................................................ 40

Radius Setting (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) ..................................... 41

Advanced ........................................................................................ 42

IP Config.............................................................................................. 44

WAN & LAN .................................................................................... 44

DHCP Server .................................................................................. 47

DHCP Server (Cont.) ...................................................................... 48

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Static Route .................................................................................... 49

Miscellaneous ................................................................................. 50

NAT Setting ......................................................................................... 52

Port Trigger ..................................................................................... 52

Virtual Server .................................................................................. 53

Virtual DMZ ..................................................................................... 54

Internet Firewall ................................................................................... 55

Basic Config.................................................................................... 57

URL Filter ........................................................................................ 58

USB Application................................................................................... 59

FTP Server...................................................................................... 59

User Account List ............................................................................ 61

Banned IP List................................................................................. 63

Client Setting................................................................................... 63

Web Camera................................................................................... 64

Web Camera - Client Setting .......................................................... 66

Web Camera vs. DDNS .................................................................. 68

Security Mode Setting..................................................................... 68

Remote Monitor Setting .................................................................. 69

System Setup ...................................................................................... 70

Operation Mode .............................................................................. 70

Router Mode (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe)........................................ 71

Quick Setup in Router Mode........................................................... 71

AP Mode ......................................................................................... 72

Quick Setup in Access Point Mode ................................................. 72

Configure Wireless Interface........................................................... 72

IP Config (Access Point Mode) ....................................................... 73

LAN ................................................................................................. 73

Get IP Automatically........................................................................ 73

Change Password........................................................................... 74

Firmware Upgrade............................................................................... 75

Setting Management....................................................................... 76

Factory Default................................................................................ 77

Restoring Factory Default Settings ................................................. 77

Status & Log ........................................................................................ 78

Firmware Restoration .......................................................................... 80

Using a Hub .................................................................................... 80

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Setup Printer Wizard ........................................................................... 81

Installing the Printer Driver.............................................................. 81

Setup for LPR client under Windows XP ............................................. 84

Printer Setup Wizard....................................................................... 86

V erifying Your Printer ...................................................................... 87

4. Wireless Performance ...................................................................... 89

Site Topography................................................................................... 89

Site Surveys ........................................................................................ 89

Range .................................................................................................. 90

Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 91

Common Problems and Solutions ....................................................... 91

Reset to Defaults ................................................................................. 92

Glossary .............................................................................................. 95

Licensing Information .......................................................................... 98

Availability of source code .............................................................. 98

The GNU General Public License ....................................................... 99

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1. Introduction

Overview

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless Router. The ASUS Wireless
Router, WL500g/WL500g Deluxe, complies with IEEE 802.11g and

802.11b standards. The ASUS 802.1 1b W ireless Router , WL500b, complies
with IEEE 802.11b standards. The 802.11g is as extension to 802.1 1b (used
in majority of wireless LANs today) that broadens 802.11b’s data rates to
54 Mbps within the 2.4 GHz band using OFDM (orthogonal frequency
division multiplexing) technology. The 802.11g allows backward
compatibility with 802.11b devices but only at 1 1 Mbps or lower, depending
on the range and presence of obstructions. Wireless LANs are
complementary extensions to existing wired LANs, offering complete
mobility while maintaining continuous network connectivity to both
corporate and home Intranets. They add a new level of convenience for
LAN users. PC users stay connected to the network anywhere throughout a
building without being bound by a LAN wires. This is accomplished through
the use of Access Point functionality of ASUS Wireless Routers. ASUS
Wireless Router with built-in Internet gateway capability , allows your family
to share a broadband Modem and one ISP account simultaneously from
different rooms without wires! ASUS Wireless products can keep you
connected anywhere, any time.

1. Introduction

System Requirements

T o begin using the ASUS 802.1 1g/802.11b W ireless Router , you must have
the following minimum requirements:

• ADSL/Cable Modem and Broadband Internet Account.

• An Ethernet (10Base-T or 10/100Base-TX) adapter for wired client

• At least one 802.1 1g (54Mbps) or one 802.1 1b (1 1Mbps) wireless adapter
for wireless mobile clients

• TCP/IP and an Internet browser installed

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

1. Introduction

The Product Package

The WL500g/WL500g Deluxe Wireless Router comes with:

• One ASUS 802.11g Wireless Router

• One ASUS Wireless Router Quick Start Guide

• One power adapter (5 Volts DC)

• One support CD (utilities and user’s manual)

• One RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through)

The WL500b Wireless Router comes with:

• One ASUS 802.11b Wireless Router

• One ASUS Wireless Router Quick Start Guide

• One power adapter (5 Volts DC)

• One support CD (utilities and user’s manual)

• One RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through)

Features

The WL500g/WL500g Deluxe and WL500b Wireless Router features
include:

• Wireless Connectivity And Protect Compatibility. WL500g/WL500g

Deluxe Wireless Router enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wireless
transmission but keeps compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices.
WL500g Deluxe increases performance compared with standard 802.11g
when Afterburner mode is enabled. The WL-500b W ireless Router utilizes
the IEEE 802.11b standard.

• Secure wireless connectivity. The integrated Wireless Access Point with

WP A authentication and encryption functionality allows the wireless router
to link a broadband Internet connection to your local network of 802.11g
or/and 802.11b wireless mobile clients securely . The ASUS W ireless Router
is firmware upgradable to support WPA.

• Multiple local network ports. Four 10/100Base-T Ethernet ports, offering

either a connection to a hub or switch on the local wired network or a direct
connection to multiple Ethernet-enabled computers. Build-in DHCP server
allows the W ireless Router to provide IP addresses to clients on your local
network automatically.

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• Broadband port. The Broadband port connects the Wireless Router to
your cable/DSL modem. Static IP, dynamically IP and PPPoE (PPP over
Ethernet) connection to Internet are supported.

• Shared Internet access. All computers on the local network can access
the Internet through the Wireless Router, using only a single external IP
address.

• Firewall protection. The wireless router use of NAT (Network Address
Translation) provides firewall protection for your local network.

• Childr en Protection. The wireless router allows you to block the Internet
access within a predefined time interval and to block the WWW access
with specific keywords in URL within a predefined time interval.

• USB devices support. Connecting a USB storage device to the wireless

router enables you to set up an FTP server and share the USB storage device
with Internet or WLAN users. W ith a USB web camera, the wireless router
allows you to monitor locations such as your home or office from any
location through a wireless LAN or over the Internet.

1. Introduction

• Printer sharing. With an additional Printer, the ASUS Wireless Router
allows you to share the printer to your local area network. Standard parallel
printers are supported.

• Easy setup and management. Use your web browser from any computer
on the local network to configure the ASUS Wireless Router.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

1. Introduction

The ASUS Wireless Family

The ASUS W ireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for

802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office.

Access Point or Client

Access Point & Router

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g
Access Point (WL-300g) creates

a wireless network using the
IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b
wireless standards.

The ASUS 3 in 1

Pocket Access Point
(WL-330g) creates a

wireless network
using the IEEE

802.11g/b wireless
standards.

The ASUS WLAN Gateway (WL-500g) creates a
wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless
standards and allows sharing a single Internet
connection.

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g Pocket Router (WL-
530g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE

802.11g and 802.11b wireless standards and allows
sharing a single Internet connection.

PCMCIA Client Compact Flash (CF) Client

The ASUS WLAN PC Card
(WL-107g) is a wireless LAN

adapter that fits into a PCMCIA
T ype II slot in a Notebook PC and
creates a wireless network using
the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless
standards.

(The illustrations are not to scale.)

The ASUS 802.11b Wireless
CF Card (WL-1 10) is a IEEE

802.11b wireless LAN adapter
that fits into a Compact Flash
Type II slot in a Portable
Digital Assistant (PDA).

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PCI Client

The ASUS WLAN
PCI Card (WL­138g) is a wireless

LAN adapter that fits
into a standard PCI
slot in a desktop PC
and creates a wireless
network using the
IEEE 802.11g/b
wireless standards.

USB Access Point or Client USB Client

The ASUS USB Wireless
LAN Adapter (WL-160g)

creates a wireless network
using the IEEE 802.11g/b
wireless standards and
connects to any computer
using USB2.0 connectivity.

802.11g 54Mbps

1. Introduction

TheASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-167g)
is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using
the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects
to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity.

Access Point & File Server

The ASUS WLAN 802.11g Access Point (WL­HDD) creates a wireless network using the IEEE

802.11g and 802.1 1b wireless standards. Also serves

as a file server (wireless network attached storage).

(The illustrations are not to scale.)

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