ASUSTeK Computer WL530G Users Manual

Pocket Wireless Router

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WL-530g

for 802.11g/b wireless clients)

User’s Manual

E1700b / Sep 2004

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Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112
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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 W ireless 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.

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Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

Features .............................................................................................. 11

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

Network Topology ................................................................................ 15

Network Backbone.......................................................................... 15

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

Agent to Another Network ............................................................... 17

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

2. Installation Procedure....................................................................... 19

3. Software Configuration..................................................................... 20

Configuring the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router ................................... 20

Connecting to the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router ............................... 20

Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection..................... 21

Installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router Utilities........................... 22

Using the Wireless Router for the First Time....................................... 23

1. ASUS Pocket Wireless Router Utilities ...................................... 23

2. Connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager .............................. 23

3. Set your own password.............................................................. 24

4. Use Quick Install ........................................................................ 24

Quick Setup ......................................................................................... 26

Wireless............................................................................................... 28

Interface .......................................................................................... 28

Access Control................................................................................ 33

Advanced ........................................................................................ 34

IP Config.............................................................................................. 36

WAN & LAN .................................................................................... 36

DHCP Server - Assign IP ................................................................ 39

Static Route .................................................................................... 40

Miscellaneous ................................................................................. 41

NAT Setting ......................................................................................... 43

Port Trigger ..................................................................................... 43

Virtual Server .................................................................................. 44

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Virtual Server vs. DDNS ................................................................. 44

Virtual DMZ ..................................................................................... 45

Basic Config.................................................................................... 46

Internet Firewall ................................................................................... 47

LAN & WAN Filter ........................................................................... 47

URL Filter ........................................................................................ 49

System Setup ...................................................................................... 50

Change Password........................................................................... 50

Firmware Upgrade............................................................................... 51

Setting Management....................................................................... 52

Factory Default................................................................................ 53

Status & Log ........................................................................................ 55

4. Wireless Performance ...................................................................... 57

Site Topography................................................................................... 57

Site Surveys ........................................................................................ 57

Range .................................................................................................. 59

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 59

Common Problems and Solutions ....................................................... 59

Reset to Defaults ................................................................................. 61

Glossary .............................................................................................. 63

Licensing Information .......................................................................... 66

Availability of source code .............................................................. 66

GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE .................................................... 67

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1. Introduction

Overview

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router. The ASUS
Pocket Wireless Router, WL-530g, complies with IEEE 802.11g and

802.11b standards. The 802.11g is as extension to 802.11b (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 11 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 Pocket Wireless Routers. ASUS Pocket 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

To begin using the ASUS Pock et Wireless 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

Each ASUS Pocket Wireless Router comes with:

• One ASUS Pocket Wireless Router

• One ASUS Pocket Wireless Router Quick Start Guide

• One power adapter (5 Volts DC, 2 Amp)

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

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

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Features

The WL-530g Wireless Router features include:

• Wireless Connectivity And Protect Compatibility. WL-530g Wireless
Router enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wireless transmission and
keep compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices. WL-530g Wireless
Router complies with 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 .TheASUSPocket Wireless
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.

1. Introduction

• 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.

• Easy setup and management. Use your web browser from any computer
on the local network to configure theASUS Pocket 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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Chapter 1 - Introduction

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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Chapter 1 - Introduction

1. Introduction

Network Topology

The settings that you need to perform will vary depending on the role that
your ASUS Pocket Wireless Router will play.

Network Backbone

No software setting is necessary in the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router.

Wireless

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LAN

Wireless Client

Wireless Client

Wired Client

In this topology , the wireless router connects your wired and wireless devices
together to form a local area network (LAN), as shown. To connect a
computer (or other device) to theASUSPocket W ireless Router, you need a

network cable (UTP-Cat5) with one end connected to one of the LAN ports
on the back of theASUS Pocket Wireless Router and the other in the 10/100
LAN port on that device. For wireless connections, wireless mobile clients
must comply with the IEEE 802.11b standard.

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Agent to an ISP

Wired Client

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Internet Service Provider

ADSL or Cable Modem

WAN

Wireless

Internet

1. Introduction

Wireless Client

Wireless Client

ASUS Pocket Wireless Router

LAN

WAN Port (Side)

In this topology, the wireless router is not only a backbone of your LAN
but also an agent to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You may use an
ADSL or Cable modem to communicate with your ISP. Connect the LAN
port on the modem with the WAN port at the back of the ASUS Pocket
Wireless Router using a network cable as shown above.

Note: You also need to make sure that other connections on the
ADSL or Cable modem are correct.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

1. Introduction

Agent to Another Network

Network Backbone

Wireless

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WAN Port (Side)

WAN

LAN

Wireless Client

Wireless Client

Wired Client

In this topology, the wireless router is an agent between your LAN and
another network. Use a network cable with one end connected to the WAN
port on the wireless router and the other to the other network as shown
above.

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

LED Indicators

The LEDs on the front of the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router display the
status of the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router.

1. Introduction

PWR

LAN Port LEDs

AIR

ETH

PWR (Power)

Off No power
On System ready
Flashing Firmware upgrade failed

AIR (Wireless Network)

Off No power
On Wireless system ready
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless)

ETH (Ethernet)

Off No power
On Has physical connection to an Ethernet network

Flashing Slow: Link is not active or cable not attached
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)

LAN 1-4 (Local Area Network)

Off No power
On Has physical connection to an Ethernet network
Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)

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Chapter 2 - Installation

2. Installation Procedure

Follow these steps to install the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router.

1. Determine the best location for the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router. Keep

in mind the following considerations:

• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the ASUS Pocket

2. Installation

•

• Try to centrally locate the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router so that it will

• Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Other power

Wireless Router to the network must not exceed 100 meters.

Try to place theASUS Pocket Wireless Router on a flat, sturdy surface
as far from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or book­case, keeping clear of obstructions and away from direct sunlight.

pro-vide coverage to all of the wireless mobile devices in the area.
Orientating the antenna vertically should provide the best reception.

supplies may fit but the voltage and power may not be compatible.

2. Wall mounting or vertical standing is also possible.

Warning: It is the responsibility of the installer and users of the
ASUS Pocket Wireless Router to guarantee that the antenna is oper-

ated at least 20 centimeters from any person. This is necessary to
insure that the product is operated in accordance with the RF Guide­lines for Human Exposure which have been adopted by the Federal
Communications Commission.

4. LAN Connection: Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the ASUS

Pocket W ireless Router’s LAN port (any one of the four) and attach the other
end to the RJ-45 Ethernet cable to your desktop computer .

5. Power Connection: The ASUS Pocket Wireless Router requires power

from an external power supply. The ASUS Pocket Wireless Router ships
with a UL listed, Class 2 power supply (5V, 2A). Attach one end of the DC
power adapter to the back of the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router and the other

end to a power outlet. The Power LED on the front of the ASUS Pocket
Wireless Router will light up when the unit is powered ON. In addition, the
green LAN or WAN LEDs will turn ON to indicate that the ASUS Pocket
Wireless Router has a physical Ethernet network connection.

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Chapter 2 - Installation

Warning: Use theASUS Pocket Wireless Router only with the power

adapter supplied in the product package. Using another power
supply may damage the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router.

2. Installation

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3. Software Configuration

Configuring the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router

The ASUS Pocket Wireless Router can be configured to meet various usage
scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however,
others may need changing. Prior to using the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router,
you must check the basic settings to guarantee it will work in your environment.
Configuring the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router is done through a web browser.
You need a Notebook PC or desktop PC connected to the ASUS Pocket Wire­less Router (either directly or through a hub) and running a web browser as a
configuration terminal. The connection can be wired or wireless. For the wire-
less connection, you need an IEEE 802.11g/b compatible device, e.g. ASUS
WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook PC. You should also disable WEP

3. Utilities

and set the SSID to “default” for your wireless LAN device. If you want to
configure the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router or want to access the Internet
through the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router, TCP/IP settings must be correct.
Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the ASUS Pocket

Wireless Router.

Chapter 3 - Software Configuration

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

Connecting to the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router

Wired Connection

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

Wireless-Connection

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

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Chapter 3 - Software Configuration

Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection

Get IP Automatically

The ASUS Pocket Wireless Router
incorporates a DHCP server so the
easiest method is to set your PC to get
its IP address automatically and reboot
your computer. So the correct IP
address, gateway, DNS (Domain
Name System Server) can be obtained

from the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router.

Note: The Wireless Router will act
as a router and provide IP ad­dress only when the physical
connection of WAN port exists.
You must connect the WAN port
on the ASUS Pocket Wireless

Router with the Ethernet port on your ADSL or Cable modem with
a network cable. Before rebooting your PC, the ASUS Pocket Wire­less Router should be switched ON and in the ready state.

3. Utilities

Setting IP Manually

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

• IP address 192.168.1.1

• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0.

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

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

• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as theASUS Pocket Wireless Router)

• Gateway 192.168.1.1 (this is theASUS Pocket Wireless Router)

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

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Chapter 3 - Software Configuration

Installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router Utilities

Follow these steps to install the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router Utilities in Microsoft
Windows. Insert the support CD provided with the ASUS Pocket Wireless Router and
the menu will appear . (Double-click setup.exe if your autorun has been disabled.)

3. Utilities

(1) Insert the support CD and the autorun

(3) Click Yes after reading the license

will show. Double-click setup.exe if
your autorun has been disabled.

agreement.

(2) Click Next after reading the welcome

screen.

(4) Click Next to accept the default

destination folder or enter another.

(5) Click Next to accept the default

program folder or enter another.

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(6) Click Finish when setup is complete.