Billion Electric Company BiGuard 10, BiGuard 2 User Manual

BiGuard 10
iBusiness Security Gateway Small-Office
BiGuard 2
User’s Manual
Version Release 4.00 (FW:1.05)

BiGuard 2/10 User’s Manual

(Updated June 1, 2006)
Copyright Information
© 2006 Billion Electric Corporation, Ltd.
The contents of this publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part, transcribed, stored, translated, or transmitted in any form or any means, without the prior written consent of Billion Electric Corporation.
Published by Billion Electric Corporation. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
Billion does not assume any liability arising out of the application of use of any products or software described herein. Neither does it convey any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of others. Billion reserves the right to make changes in any products described herein without notice. This publication is subject to change without notice.
Trademarks
Mac OS is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Safety Warnings

Your BiGuard 2/10 is built for reliability and long service life. For your safety, be sure to read and follow the following safety warnings.
Read this installation guide thoroughly before attempting to set up your BiGuard 2/10.
Your BiGuard 2/10 is a complex electronic device. DO NOT open or attempt to repair it yourself. Opening or removing the covers can expose you to high voltage and other risks. In the case of malfunction, turn off the power immediately and have it repaired at a qualified service center. Contact your vendor for details.
Connect the power cord to the correct supply voltage.
Carefully place connecting cables to avoid people from stepping or tripping on
them. DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord and DO NOT place the power cord in an area where it can be stepped on.
DO NOT use BiGuard 2/10 in environments with high humidity or high temperatures.
DO NOT use the same power source for BiGuard 2/10 as other equipment.
DO NOT use your BiGuard 2/10 and any accessories outdoors.
If you mount your BiGuard 2/10, make sure that no electrical, water or gas pipes
will be damaged during installation.
DO NOT install or use your BiGuard 2/10 during a thunderstorm.
DO NOT expose your BiGuard 2/10 to dampness, dust, or corrosive liquids.
DO NOT use your BiGuar d 2/10 near water.
Be sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
DO NOT obstruct the ventilation slots on your BiGuard 2/10 or expose it to direct
sunlight or other heat sources. Excessive temperatures may damage your device.
DO NOT store anything on top of your BiGuard 2/10.
Only connect suitable accessories to your BiGuard 2/10.
Keep packaging out of the reach of children.
If disposing of the device, please follow your local regulations for the safe
disposal of electronic products to protect the environment.
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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Overview
1.2 Product Highlights
1.2.1 Virtual Private Network Support
1.2.2 Advanced Firewall Security
1.2.3 Intelligent Bandwidth Management
1.3 Package Contents
1.3.1 BiGuard 10
1.3.1.1 Front Panel
1.3.1.2 Rear Panel
1.3.1.3 Rack Mounting
1.3.1.4 Cabling
1.3.2 BiGuard 2
1.3.2.1 Front Panel
1.3.2.2 Rear Panel
1.3.2.3 Cabling
Chapter 2: Router Applications
2.1 Overview
2.2 Bandwidth Management with QoS
2.2.1 QoS Technology
2.2.2 QoS Policies for Different Applications
2.2.3 Guaranteed / Maximum Bandwidth
2.2.4 Policy Based Traffic Shaping
2.2.5 Priority Bandwidth Utilization
2.2.6 Management by IP or MAC address
2.2.7 DiffServ (DSCP Marking)
2.3 Virtual Private Networking
2.3.1 General VPN Setup
2.3.2 Concentrator
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
3.1 Overview
3.2 Before You Begin
3.3 Connecting Your Router
3.4 Configuring PCs for TCP/IP Networking
3.4.1 Overview
3.4.2 Windows XP
3.4.2.1 Configuring
3.4.2.2 Verifying Settings
3.4.3 Windows 2000
3.4.3.1 Configuring
3.4.3.2 Verifying Settings
3.4.4 Windows 98 / ME
3.4.4.1 Installing Components
3.4.4.2 Configuring
3.4.4.3 Verifying Settings
3.5 Factory Default Settings
3.5.1 Username and Password
3.5.2 LAN and WAN Port Addresses
3.6 Information From Your ISP
3.6.1 Protocols
3.6.2 Configuration Information
3.7 Web Configuration Interface
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Chapter 4: Router Configuration
4.1 Overview
4.2 Status
4.2.1 ARP Table
4.2.2 Routing Table
4.2.3 Session Table
4.2.4 DHCP Table
4.2.5 IPSec Status
4.2.6 PPTP Status
4.2.7 System Log
4.2.8 IPSec Log
4.3 Quick Start
4.3.1 DHCP
4.3.2 Static IP
4.3.3 PPPoE
4.3.4 PPTP
4.3.5 Big Pond
4.4 Configuration
4.4.1 LAN
4.4.1.1 Ethernet
4.4.1.2 DHCP Server
4.4.1.3 LAN Address Mapping
4.4.2 WAN
4.4.2.1 WAN
4.4.2.2 Bandwidth Settings
4.4.2.3 WAN IP Alias
4.4.3 System
4.4.3.1 Time Zone
4.4.3.2 Remote Access
4.4.3.3 Firmware Upgrade
4.4.3.4 Backup / Restore
4.4.3.5 Restart
4.4.3.6 Password
4.4.2.1.1 DHCP
4.4.2.1.2 Static IP
4.4.2.1.3 PPPoE
4.4.2.1.4 PPTP
4.4.2.1.5 Big Pond
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4.4.3.7 System Log Server
4.4.3.8 E-mail Alert
4.4.4 Firewall
4.4.4.1 Packet Filter
4.4.4.2 URL Filter
4.4.4.3 LAN MAC Filter
4.4.4.4 Block WAN Request
4.4.4.5 Intrusion Detection
4.4.5 VPN
4.4.5.1 IPSec
4.4.5.1.1 IPSec W izard
4.4.5.1.2 IPSec Policy
4.4.5.2 PPTP
4.4.6 QoS
4.4.7 Virtual Server
4.4.7.1 DMZ
4.4.7.2 Port Forwarding
4.4.8 Advanced
4.4.8.1 Static Route
4.4.8.2 Dynamic DNS
4.4.8.3 Device Management
4.4.8.4 IGMP
4.4.8.5 VLAN Bridge
4.5 Save Configuration To Flash
4.6 Logout
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
5.1 Basic Functionality
5.1.1 Router Won’t Turn On
5.1.2 LEDs Never Turn Off
5.1.3 LAN or Internet Port Not On
5.1.4 Forgot My Password
5.2 LAN Interface
5.2.1 Can’t Access BiGuard 2/10 from the LAN
5.2.2 Can’t Ping Any PC on the LAN
5.2.3 Can’t Access Web Configuration Interface
5.2.3.1 Pop-up Windows
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5.2.3.2 Javascripts
5.2.3.3 Java Permissions
5.3 WAN Interface
5.3.1 Can’t Get WAN IP Address from the ISP
5.4 ISP Connection
5.5 Problems with Date and Time
5.6 Restoring Factory Defaults
Appendix A: Product Specifications
A.1 BiGuard 10 Product Specifications A.2 BiGuard 2 Product Specifications
Appendix B: Customer Support
Appendix C: FCC Interference Statement
Appendix D: Network, Routing, and Firewall Basics
D.1 Network Basics
D.1.1 IP Addresses
D.1.1.1 Netmask D.1.1.2 Subnet Addressing D.1.1.3 Private IP Addresses
D.1.2 Network Address Translation (NAT) D.1.3 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
D.2 Router Basics
D.2.1 What is a Router? D.2.2 Why use a Router? D.2.3 Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
D.3 Firewall Basics
D.3.1 What is a Firewall?
D.3.1.1 Stateful Packet Inspection D.3.1.2 Denial of Service (DoS) Attack
D.3.2 Why Use a Firewall?
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Appendix E: Virtual Private Networking
E.1 What is a VPN?
E.1.1 VPN Applications
E.2 What is IPSec?
E.2.1 IPSec Security Components
E.2.1.1 Authentication Header (AH) E.2.1.2 Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) E.2.1.3 Security Associations (SA)
E.2.2 IPSec Modes E.2.3 Tunnel Mode AH E.2.4 Tunnel Mode ESP E.2.5 Internet Key Exchange (IKE)
Appendix F: IPSec Logs and Events
F.1 IPSec Log Event Categories F.2 IPSec Log Event Table
Appendix G: Bandwidth Management with QoS
G.1 Overview G.2 What is Quality of Service? G.3 How Does QoS Work? G.4 Who Needs QoS?
G.4.1 Home Users G.4.2 Office Users
Appendix H: Router Setup Examples
H.1 VPN Configuration
H.1.1 LAN to LAN H.1.2 Host to LAN
H.2 VPN Concentrator H.3 Intrusion Detection H.4 PPTP Remote Access by Windows XP H.5 PPTP Remote Access by BiGuard
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Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

Congratulations on purchasing BiGuard 2/10 Router from Billion. Combining a router with an Ethernet network switch, BiGuard 2/10 is a state-of-the-art device that provides everything you need to get your network connected to the Internet over your Cable or DSL connection quickly and easily. The Quick Start Wizard and DHCP Server will get first-time users up and running with minimal fuss and configuration, while sophisticated Quality of Service (QoS) and traffic management features grant advanced users total control over their network and Internet connection.
This manual illustrates the many features and functions of BiGuard 2/10, and even takes you through the various ways you can apply this versatile device to your home or office. Take the time now to familiarize yourself with BiGuard 2/10.

1.2 Product Highlights

1.2.1 Virtual Private Network Support

BiGuard 2/10 supports comprehensive IPSec VPN protocols for businesses to establish private encrypted tunnels over the Internet to ensure data transmission security among multiple sites, such as a branch office or dial-up connection. Up to 2/10 simultaneous IPSec VPN connections are possible on BiGuard 2/10, with performance of up to 4/20 Mbps.

1.2.2 Advanced Firewall Security

Aside from intelligent broadband sharing, BiGuard 2/10 offers integrated firewall protection with advanced features to secure your network from outside attacks. Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) determines if a data packet is permitted to enter the private LAN. Denial of Service (DoS) prevents hackers from interrupting network services via malicious attacks. In addition, BiGuard 2/10 firewall can be configured to alert you via email should yo ur network come under fire, offering both tight network security and peace of mind.
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1.2.3 Intelligent Bandwidth Management

BiGuard 2/10 utilizes Quality of Service (QoS) to give you full control over the priority of both incoming and outgoing data, ensuring that critical data such as customer information moves through y our network, even whil e under a heavy load. Transmission speeds can be throttled to make sure users are not saturating bandwidth required for mission-critical data transfers. Priority t ypes of upload data can also be changed, allowing BiGuard 2/10 to automatically sort out actual speeds for unmatched convenience.

1.3 Package Contents

1.3.1 BiGuard 10

BiGuard 10 iBusiness Security Gateway Small-Office Bracket x 2 (for rack-mounting) Screw x 4 (for rack-mounting) Getting Started CD-ROM Quick Start Guide AC-DC Power Adapter (12VDC, 1A)
1.3.1.1 Front Panel
LED Function
Power
Status
WAN
A solid light indicates a steady connection to a power source.
A blinking light indicates the device is writing to flash memory.
Lit when connected to an Ethernet device. 10/100M : Lit green when connected at 100Mbps. Not lit when connected at 10Mbps.
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Link/ACT: Lit when device is connected. Blinking when data is transmitting/receiving.
LAN 1 – 8
Lit when connected to an Ethernet device. 10/100M : Lit green when connected at 100Mbps. Not lit when connected at 10Mbps. Link/ACT: Lit when device is connected. Blinking when data is transmitting/receiving.
1.3.1.2 Rear Panel
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Port Meaning
2
3
1 RESET
LAN
2
3
4
1X — 8X
(RJ-45 connector)
WAN
DC12V
After the device is powered on, press it to reset the device or restore to factory default settings.
0-3 seconds: The Status LED will light 6 seconds above: restore to factory default settings (this is used when you cannot login to the router. E.g. forgot the password)
Connect a UTP Ethernet cable (Cat-5 or Cat-5e) to one of the eight LAN ports when connecting to a PC or an office/home network of 10Mbps or 100Mbps.
WAN 10/100M Ethernet port (with auto crossover support); connect xDSL/Cable modem here.
Connect DC power adapter here.(DC12V Power)
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1.3.1.3 Rack Mounting
To rack mount BiGuard 10, carefully secure the device to your rack on both sides using the included brackets and screws. See the diagram b elow for a more detailed explanation.
1.3.1.4 Cabling
Most Ethernet networks currently use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling. The UTP cable contains eight conductors, arranged in four twisted pairs, and terminated with an RJ45 type connector.
One of the most common causes of networki ng probl ems is bad cabl ing. Make s ure that all connected devices are turned on. On the front panel of BiGuard 10, verify that the LAN link and WAN li ne LEDs are lit. If they are not, check to see that you are using the proper cabling.

1.3.2 BiGuard 2

BiGuard 2 iBusiness Security Gateway Home-Office Getting Started CD-ROM Quick Start Guide Ethernet (CAT-5 LAN) Cable AC-DC Power Adapter (12VDC, 1A)
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1.3.2.1 Front Panel
LED Function
POWER
STATUS
WAN
A solid light indicates a steady connection to a power source.
A blinking light indicates the device is writing to flash memory.
Lit when connected to an Ethernet device. 10/100M : Lit green when connected at 100Mbps. Not lit when connected at 10Mbps. Link/ACT: Lit when device is connected. Blinking when data is transmitting/receiving.
LAN 1 – 8
Lit when connected to an Ethernet device. 10/100M : Lit green when connected at 100Mbps. Not lit when connected at 10Mbps. Link/ACT: Lit when device is connected. Blinking when data is transmitting/receiving.
1.3.2.2 Rear Panel
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Port Meaning
1 RESET
After the device is powered on, press it to reset the device or restore to factory default settings.
0-3 seconds: The Status LED will light 6 seconds above: restore to factory default settings (this is used when you cannot login to the router. E.g. forgot the password)
LAN
2
1X — 8X
(RJ-45 connector)
3
WAN
Connect a UTP Ethernet cable (Cat-5 or Cat-5e) to one of the eight LAN ports when connecting to a PC or an office/home network of 10Mbps or 100Mbps.
WAN 10/100M Ethernet port (with auto crossover support); connect xDSL/Cable modem here.
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DC12V
Connect DC power adapter here.(DC12V Power)
1.3.2.3 Cabling
Most Ethernet networks currently use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling. The UTP cable contains eight conductors, arranged in four twisted pairs, and terminated with an RJ45 type connector.
One of the most common causes of networking problems is bad cabling. Make sure that all connected devices are turned on. On the front panel of BiGuard 2, verify that the LAN link and WAN line LEDs are lit. If they are not, check to see that you are using the proper cabling.
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Chapter 2: Router Applications

2.1 Overview

Your BiGuard 2/10 Router is a versatile devi ce that can be configured to not only protect your network from malicious attackers, but also ensure optimal usage of available bandwidth with Quality of Service (QoS). Alternatively, BiGuard 2/10 can also be set to handle secure connections with Virtual Private Networking (VPN).
The following chapter describes how BiGuard 2/10 can work for you.

2.2 Bandwidth Management with QoS

Quality of Service (QoS) gives you full control over which types of outgoing data traffic should be given priority by the router. By doing so, the router can ensure that latency-sensitive applications like voice, bandwidth-consuming data like gaming packets, or even mission critical files efficiently move thr ough the router even under a heavy load. You can throttle the speed at which different types of outgoing data pass through the router . In addition, you can simply change the priority of different types of upload data and let the router sort out the actual speeds.

2.2.1 QoS Technology

QoS generally involves the prioritization of network traffic. QoS is comprised of three major components: Classifier, Meter, and Scheduler. Each of these components has a distinct role in ensuring that incoming and outgoing data is managed according to user specifications.
The Classifier analyses incoming packets and marks each one according to configured parameters. The Meter communicat es the drop priority to the Scheduler and measures the temporal priorities of the output stream against configured parameters. Finally , the Scheduler schedules each packet for tr ansmission based on information from both the Classifier and the Meter.
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d
Scheduler
Meter
Classifier
Inbound
Outboun

2.2.2 QoS Policies for Different Applications

By setting different QoS policies according to the applications you a re runn ing, y ou can use BiGuard 2/10 to optimize the band width that is being used on your network.
Restricted PC
VoIP
Normal PCs
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As illustrated in the diagram above, applications such as Voiceover IP (VoIP) require low network latencies to function properly. If bandwidth is being used by other applications such as an FTP server, users using VoIP will experience network lag and/or service interruptions during use. To avoid this scenario, this network has assigned VoIP with a guaranteed bandwidth and higher priority to ensure smooth communications. The FTP server, on the other hand, has been given a maximum bandwidth cap to make sure that regular service to both VoIP and normal Internet applications is uninterrupted.

2.2.3 Guaranteed / Maximum Bandwidth

Setting a Guaranteed Bandwidth ensures that a particular service receives a minimum percentage of bandwidth. For ex ample, you can configure BiGuard 2/10 to reserve 10% of the ava ilable bandwidth for a pa rticular computer on the network to transfer files.
Alternatively you can set a Maximum Bandwidth to restrict a particular application to a fixed percentage of the total throughput. Setting a Max imum Bandwidth of 20% for a file sharing program will ensure that no more than 20% of the available bandwidth will be used for file sharing.
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2.2.4 P oli c y Based Traffic Shaping

Policy Based Traffic Shaping allows you to apply specific traffic policies across a range of IP addresses or ports. This is particularly useful for assigning different policies for different PCs on the network. Policy based traffic shaping lets you better manage your bandwidth, providing reliable Internet and network service to your organization.

2.2.5 Priority Bandwidth Utilization

Assigning priority to a certain service allows BiGuard 2/10 to give either a higher or lower priority to traffic from this particular service. Assigning a higher priority to an application ensures that it is processed ahead of applications with a lower priority and vice versa.
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2.2.6 Management by IP or MAC address

BiGuard 2/10 can also be configured to apply traffic policies based on a particular IP or MAC address. This allows you to quickly assign different traffic policies to a specific computer on the network.
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2.2.7 DiffServ (DSCP Marking)

DiffServ (a.k.a. DSCP Marking) allows you to classify traffic based on IP DSCP values. These markings can be used to identify traffic within the network. Other interfaces can match traffic based on the DSCP markings. DSCP markings are used to decide how packets should be treated, and is a useful tool to give precedence to varying types of data.

2.3 Virtual Private Networking

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) enables you to send data between two computers across a shared or public network in a manner that emulates the properties of a point-to-point private link. As such, it is perfect for connecting branch offices to headquarter across the Internet in a secure fashion.
The following section discusses Virtual Private Networking with BiGuard 2/10.

2.3.1 General VPN Setup

There are typically three different VPN scenarios. The first is a Gateway to Gateway setup, where two remote gateways communicate over the Internet via a
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secure tunnel.
The next type of VPN setup is the G ateway to Multiple G ateway setup, where one gateway (Headquarter) is communicating with multiple gateways (Branch Offices) over the Internet. As with all VPNs, data is kept secure with secure tunnels.
The final type of VPN setup is the Client to Gateway. A good example of where this can be applied is when a remote sales person accesses the corpor ate network o ver a secure VPN tunnel.
VPN provides a flexible, cost-efficient, and reliable way for companies of all sizes to stay connected. One of the most important steps in setting up a VPN is proper planning. The following sections demonstrate the various ways of usi ng BiGuard 2/10 to setup your VPN.

2.3.2 Concentrator

The VPN Concentrator provides an easy way for branch offices to connect to headquarter through a VPN tunnel. All br anch office traffic will be redirected to the VPN tunnel to headquarter with the exception of LAN-side traffic. This way, all branch offices can connect to each other t hrough headquarter via the headquarter’ firewall management. You can also configure BiGuard 2/10 to function as a VPN
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Concentrator:
Please refer to appendix H for example settings.
Local ID Type: Subnet Local subnet: 0.0.0.0 Local mask: 0.0.0.0 Remote ID Type: Subnet Remote subnet: 192.168.3.0 Remote mask: 255.255.255.0
200.200.200.1
Local ID Type: Su bnet Local subnet: 192.168.3.0 Local mask: 255.255.255.0 Remote ID Type: Subnet Remote subnet: 0.0.0.0 Remote mask: 0.0.0.0
192.168.3.x
192.168.2.x
BiGuard 2
Local ID Type: Subnet Local subnet: 0.0.0.0 Local mask: 0.0.0.0 Remote ID Type: Subnet Remote subnet: 192.168.4.0 Remote mask: 255.255.255.0
100.100.100.1
201.201.201.1
Local ID Type: Subnet Local subnet: 192.168.4.0 Local mask: 255.255.255.0 Remote ID Type: Subnet Remote subnet: 0.0.0.0 Remote mask: 0.0.0.0
BiGuard 2
BiGuard 2
192.168.4.x
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Chapter 3: Getting Started

3.1 Overview

BiGuard 2/10 is designed to be a powerful and flexible network device that is also easy to use. With an intuitive web-based configuration, BiGuard 2/10 allows you to administer your network via virtually any Java-enabled web browser and is fully compatible with Linux, Mac OS, and Windows 98/Me/NT/2000/XP operating systems.
The following chapter takes you through the very first steps to configuring your network for BiGuard 2/10. T ake a look and see how easy it is to get your network up and running.

3.2 Before You Begin

BiGuard 2/10 is a flexible and powerful networking device. To simplify the configuration process and increase the efficiency of your network, consider the following items before setting up your network for the first time:
1. Plan your network You may need a fully qualified domain name either for convenience or if you have a dynamic IP address. See Chapter 2: Router Applications for more information.
2. Set up your accounts Have access to the Internet and locate the Internet Service Provider (ISP) configuration information.
3. Determine your network management approach BiGuard 2/10 is capable of remote management. Howe ver, this feature is not active by default. If you reset the device, remote administration must be enabled again. If you decide to manage your network remotely, be sure to change the default password to something more secure.
4. Prepare to physically connect BiGuard 2/10 to Cable or DSL modems and a computer.
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Be sure to also review th e Safety Warnings located in the preface o f th is manual before working with your BiGuard 2/10.

3.3 Connecting Your Router

Connecting BiGuard 2/10 is an easy three-step process:
1. Connect BiGuard 2/10 to your LAN by connecting Ethernet cables from your networked PCs to the LAN ports on the router. Connect BiGuard 2/10 to your broadband Internet connection via router’s WAN port.
2. Plug BiGuard 2/10 to an AC outlet with the included AC Power Adapter.
3. Ensure that the Power and WAN LEDs are solidly lit, and that on any LAN port that has an Ethernet cable plugged in the LED is also solidly lit. The Status LED will remain solid as the device boots. Once the boot sequence is complete, the LED will shut off, indicating that BiGuard 2/10 is ready.
If the router does not power on, please refer to Chapter 5: Troubleshooting for possible solutions.
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3.4 Configuring PCs for TCP/IP Networking

Now that your BiGuard 2/10 is connected properly to your network, it’s time to configure your networked PCs for TCP/IP networking.
In order for your networked PCs to communicate with your router, they must have the following characteristics:
1. Have a properly installed and functioning Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC).
2. Be connected to BiGuard 2/10, either directly or through an external repeater hub via an Ethernet cable.
3. Have TCP/IP installed and configured with an IP address.
The IP address for each PC may be a fixed IP address or one that is obtained from a DHCP server. If using a fixed IP address, it is important to remember that it must be in the same subnet as the router. The default IP address of BiGuard 2/10 is
192.168.1.254 with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. Using the default configuration, networked PCs must reside in the same subnet, and have an IP address in the range of 192.168.1.1 to 192.168.1.253. However, you’ll find that the quickest and easiest way to configure the IP addresses for your PCs is to obtain the IP addresses automatically by using the router as a DHCP server.
If you are unable to access the web configuration interface, check to se e if you have any software-based firewalls installed on your PCs, as they can cause problems accessing the 192.168.1.254 IP address of BiGuard 2/10.
The following sections outline how to set up your PCs for TCP/IP networking. Refer to the applicable section for your PC’s operating system.

3.4.1 Overview

Before you begin, make sure that the TCP/IP protocol and a functioning Ethernet network adapter is installed on each of your PCs.
The following operating systems already include the necessary software components you need to install TCP/IP on your PCs:
- Windows 95/98/Me/NT/2000/XP
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- Mac OS 7 and later
- All versions of UNIX/Linux
If you are using Windows 3.1, you must purchase a third-party TCP/IP application package.
Any TCP/IP capable workstation can be used to communicate with or through the BiGuard 2/10. To configure other types of workstations, please consult the manufacturer’s documentation.

3.4.2 Windows XP

3.4.2.1 Configuring
1. Select Start > Settings > Network Connections.
2. In the Network Connections window, right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.
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3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
4a. To have your PC obtain an IP address automatically, select the Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically radio buttons.
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4b. T o manually assign your PC a fix ed IP address, select the Use the following I P address radio button and enter your desired IP address, subnet mask, and de fault
gateway in the blanks provided. Remember that your PC must reside in the same subnet mask as the router . T o designate a DNS se rver , select the Use the following DNS server and fill in the preferred DNS address.
5. Click OK to finish the configuration.
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3.4.2.2 Verifying Settings
To verify your settings using a command prompt:
1. Click Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type ipconfig and then press ENTER.
If you are using BiGuard 2/10’s default settings, your PC should have:
- An IP address between 192.168.1.1 and 192.168.1.253
- A subnet mask of 255.255.255.0
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