D-Link DSL-G604T User Guide

DSL-G604T

Wireless ADSL Router

User’s Guide

(October 2004)

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Table Of Contents

About This User’s Guide........................................................................................................................................ 1

BEFORE YOU START.............................................................. ...................................1

Installation Overview.......................................................................................................................... 1

The Setup Wizard ................................................................................................................................................... 1

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.............................................................................2

PACKING LIST ............................................................. ...............................................4

INTRODUCTION.............................................................................. ............................7

Router Description and Operation ......................................................................................................................... 7

Standards Compatibility and Compliance ........................................................................................................... 10

Front Panel Display .............................................................................................................................................. 11

Rear Panel Connections........................................................................................................................................ 12

Wireless LAN Basics............................ ............................................................................................ 13

About 802.11g Wireless ....................................................................................................................................... 14

HARDWARE INSTALLATION.............................................. .... .... ....... .... .... .... ........ ..15

Choosing the Best Location for Wireless Operation.............. ....................................................... 15

Power on Router ................................................................................................................................................... 16

Factory Reset Button ............................................................................................................................................ 16

Wired Network Connections................................................................................................................................ 17

BASIC ROUTER CONFIGURATION.........................................................................19

Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer ........................................................................................................ 19

Access the Configuration Manager................................................................................................ 25

Login to Home Page............................................................................................................................................. 25

Configure the Router........................................................................................................................ 26

Using the Setup Wizard........................................................................................................................................ 27

Configure WAN Connection............................................................................................................. 32

Dynamic IP Address for WAN ............................................................................................................................ 33

Static IP Address for WAN .................................................................................................................................. 34

PPPoE and PPPoA Connection for WAN ........................................................................................................... 35

Bridged Connection for WAN ............................................................................................................................. 36

LAN IP Settings................... .............................................................................................................. 37

DHCP Server Settings for the LAN.................................................................................................. 38

DNS Server Settings........................................................................... .............................................. 39

Basic Wireless LAN Setup..................................................................... .......................................... 40

ADVANCED ROUTER MANAGEMENT....................................................................41

Port Forwarding.................................................................................................................................................... 42

Filters .................................................................................................................................................................... 44

DMZ...................................................................................................................................................................... 46

Firewall ................................................................................................................................................................. 47

Static Routing ....................................................................................................................................................... 48

Dynamic Routing (RIP)........................................................................................................................................ 49

ATM VC............................................................................................................................................................... 50

Advanced Wireless LAN Configuration.......................................................................................... 51

Wireless Performance........................................................................................................................................... 51

Wireless Security.................................................................................................................................................. 52

SSID and Channel ................................................................................................................................................ 53

WEP Encryption................................................................................................................................................... 53

Wireless Management (MAC Access and Multiple SSID)................................................................................. 56

Tools and Utilities.......................................................................... ................................................... 58

Change System Password..................................................................................................................................... 58

Time & Date ......................................................................................................................................................... 59

Save Configuration File to PC ............................................................................................................................. 60

Load Saved Configuration Files........................................................................................................................... 60

Restore Factory Default Settings ......................................................................................................................... 60

Firmware Upgrade................................................................................................................................................ 61

Misc. Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 62

Save Router Configuration Settings..................................................................................................................... 62

Diagnostic Test..................................................................................................................................................... 63

Router Status Information........................................................................... ..... .... ......... ..... .............. 64

Device Information Display................................................................................................................................. 64

Multiple Virtual Connections ........................................................................................................... 66

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................... ........ .... .... .... ..68

IP ADDRESS SETUP.................................................................................................70

IP CONCEPTS ......................................................................................................... ..72

MICROFILTERS AND SPLITTERS...........................................................................75

DSL-G604T Wireless A DSL Router User’s Guide

About This User’s Guide

This user’s guide provides instructions on how to install the DSL-G604T Wireless ADSL Router and use it to provide Internet access for an Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless LAN.

If you are using a computer with a functioning Ethernet port, the quickest and easiest way to set up the DSL-G604T is to insert the Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer and follow the instructions

provided in the Quick Installation Guide.

Before You Start

Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites for proper installation of your new Router. Have all the necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the installation.

Installation Overview

The procedure to install the Router can be described in general terms in the following steps:

1. Gather information and equipment needed to install the device. Before you begin the actual installation make sure you have all the necessary information and equipment.

2. Install the hardware, connect the cables to the device and connect the power adapter.

3. Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if necessary so the computer can access the web-based software built into the Router.

4. Use the web-based management software to configure the device to suit the requirements of your ADSL service and wireless LAN.

The Setup Wizard

Many users will be able to configure all the settings necessary to use the DSL-G604T with the Setup Wizard. For ADSL connections that use Dynamic, Statis IP, PPPoE/PPPoA, or Bridge connections, the simplest way to setup the DSL-G604T is to use the Setup Wizard to configure the Internet connection. Once you access the web interface used to configure the device, just launch the Setup Wizard to configure your Internet connection. Once you have the Internet connection established, set up the wireless nework and security settings using web manager.

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Installation Requirements

In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be necessary to provide information to the Router that will be stored in its memory. For most users, only their account information (Username and Password) is required. For others, various parameters that control and define the Internet connection will be required. You can print out the section labeled “Information you will need from your ADSL service provider” and use the tables to list this information. This way you have a hard copy of all the information needed to setup the Router. If it is necessary to reconfigure the device, all the necessary information can be easily accessed. Be sure to keep this information safe and private.

Low Pass Filters

Since ADSL and telephone services share the same copper wiring to carry their respective signals, a filtering mechanism may be necessary to avoid mutual interference. A low pass filter device can be installed for each telephone that shares the line with the ADSL line. These filters are easy to install passive devices that connect to the ADSL device and/or telephone using standard telephone cable. Ask your service provider for more information about the use of low pass filters with your installation.

Operating Systems

The DSL-G604T uses an HTML-based web interface for setup and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed using any operating system capable of running web browser software, including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.

Web Browser

Any common web browser can be used to configure the Router using the web configuration management software. The program is designed to work best with more recently released browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 5.0, Netscape Navigator® version 4.7, or later versions. The web browser must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other software (such as virus protection or web user security packages) that may be running on your computer.

Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)

Any computer that uses the Router must be able to connect to it through the Ethernet port on the Router. This connection is an Ethernet connection and therefore requires that your computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most laptop computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed. Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer does not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter before you can use the Router. If you must install an adapter, follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC adapter.

Wireless LAN Configuration

Wireless LAN settings for 802.11g and 802.11b wireless operation must be enabled using the Setup Wizard before it can be configured. Basic wireless settings including the Channel and SSID can be configured through the Setup Wizard. Advanced wireless security settings can also be configured with the Setup Wizard.

Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a number of ways. The DSL-G604T supports WEP, WPA and WPA -PSK.

Additional Software

It may be necessary to install software on your computer that enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional software must be installed if you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet connection is stored on another computer or gateway device, not in the Router itself.

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Information you will need from your ADSL service provider:

Username

Password

Connection and Encapsulation Type

VPI

VCI

This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. It is commonly in the form − user@isp.com. Your ADSL service provider uses this to identify your account.

This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network. This is used to verify the identity of your account.

This is the method your ADSL service provider uses to transport data betw een the Internet and your computer. Most users will use the default PPPoE/PPPoA, connection type. The Setup Wizard can be used to configure a PPPoE/PPPoA connection type. You may need to specify one of the following connection types (PPPoE LLC, PPPoA LLC or PPPoA VC-MUX). The other available connection and encapsulation combinations must be configured using the web manager. These include Bridge Mode (1483 Bridged IP LLC or 1483 Bridged IP VC-MUX), and Static IP (Bridged IP LLC, 1483 Bridged IP VC-MUX, 1483 Routed IP LLC, 1483 Routed IP VC-MUX or IPoA ).

Most users will not be required to cha n ge this set t i ng. Th e Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) is used in conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your computer. If you are setting up the Router for multiple virtua l connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as instructed by your ADSL service provider for the additional connections. This setting can be changed in the WAN menu of the web management interface.

Most users will not be required to cha n ge this set t i ng. Th e Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) used in conjun c t ion w ith the VPI to identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s network and your comput e r. If y ou ar e settin g up the Router for multiple virtual connections, you will need to configure the VPI and VCI as in structed by your ADSL service provider for the additional con n ect ions . This set tin g can be changed in the WAN menu of the web management interface.

Record info here

The Setup Wizard can be used to configure the Internet connection for most users.

Note

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nformation you will need about your DSL-G604T ADSL Router:

This is the Username needed access the Router’s management interface. When you attempt to connect to the

Username

Password

LAN IP addresses for the DSL-G604T

LAN Subnet Mask for the DSL-G604T

device through a web browser you w il l be prom pt ed to ent e r this Username. The default Username for the Router is admin. The user cannot change this.

This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you access the Password is admin. The user may change this.

This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of your web browser to access th e Router’s configuration graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser. The default IP address is 192.168.11 and it is referred to as the “Management IP” address in this User’s Manual. This may be changed to suit any IP address scheme the user desires. This address will be the base IP address used for DHCP service on the LAN when DHCP is enabled.

This is the subnet mask used by the DSL-G604T, and will be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is

255.255.255.0 - this can be changed later.

Router’s management interface. The default

Information you will need about your LAN or computer:

If your computer has an Etherne t NIC, you can connect the

Ethernet NIC

DHCP Client status

DSL-G604T to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet cable. You can also use the Ethe rnet ports on the DSL-G604T to connect to other computer or Ethernet devices.

Your DSL-G604T ADSL Router is configured, by default, to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an IP address, subnet mask, and a default gateway address to computers on your LAN. The default range of IP addresses the DSL-G604T will assign are from

192.168.1.254. Your computer (or computers) needs to be configured to Obtain an IP address automatically (tha t is, they need to be configured as DHCP clients.)

192.168.1.2

Record info here

It is recommended that you collect and record this information here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure your ADSL connection in the future.

Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and configure your DSL-G604T ADSL Router.

Packing List

Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make sure that you have the items listed here.

1. One DSL-G604T 802.11g Wireless ADSL Ethernet Router

2. One CD-ROM containing the User’s Guide

3. One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection

4. One straight-through Ethernet cable

5. One 12V, 1.2A power adapter suitable for your electric service

6. One Quick Installation Guide

7. Rubber stand

DSL-G604T Wireless A DSL Router User’s Guide

Introduction

This section provides a brief description of the Router, its associated technologies and a list of Router features.

Router Description and Operation

The DSL-G604T Router is designed to provide a simple and cost-effective ADSL Internet connection for a private Ethernet or 802.11g/802.11b wireless network. The Router combines high-speed ADSL Internet connection, IP routing for the LAN and wireless connectivity in one package.

The Router is easy to install and use. The DSL-G604T connects to an Ethernet LAN or computers via standard Ethernet ports. The ADSL connection is made using ordinary telephone line with standard connectors. Multiple workstations can be networked and connected to the Internet using a single Wide Area Network (WAN) interface and single global IP address. The advanced security enhancements, packet filtering and port redirection, can help protect your network from potentially devastating intrusions by malicious agents from outside your network.

Network and Router management is done through the web-based management interface that can be accessed through the local Ethernet using any web browser. You may also enable remote management to enable configuration of the Router via the WAN interface.

ADSL

Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) is a broadband network technology that utilizes standard twistedpair copper wire telephone lines to enable broadband high-speed digital data transmission and bandwidth hungry applications for business and residential customers.

ADSL routers and modems provide faster downloads and more reliable connectivity to the user without loss of quality or disruption of voice/fax telephone capabilities.

ADSL service operates at speeds of up to 8 Mbps downstream and up to 640 Kbps upstream. A secure dedicated point-to-point connection is established between the user and the central office of the service provider.

802.11g Wireless

The embedded 802.11g wireless access point provides Internet access and connectivity to the Ethernet for

802.11g and 802.11b wireless workstations. IEEE 802.11g is fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b wireless devices. The 802.11g standard supports data transfer rates of up to 54 Mbps.* The Router’s wireless access point supports common security protocols used for wireless LAN including WEP encryption, 802.1x and WPA.

*Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead lower actual data throughput rate.

Router Features

The DSL-G604T Wireless ADSL Router utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium sized offices. DSL-G604T advantages include:

• 802.11g Wireless Access Point – The built-in 802.11g wireless access point connects 802.11g and 802.11b

wireless devices to the Internet and the Ethernet.

• PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The DSL-G604T ADSL Router supports PAP (Password

Authentication Protocol) and CHAP (Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP connections.

• DHCP Support – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol automatically and dynamically assigns al LAN IP

settings to each host on your network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure every host whenever changes in network topology occur.

• Network Address Translation (NAT) – For small office environments, the DSL-G604T allows multiple

users on the LAN to access the Internet concurrently through a single Internet account. This provides Internet access to everyone in the office for the price of a single user.

NAT improves network security in effect by hiding the private network behind one global and visible IP address. NAT address mapping can also be used to link two IP domains via a LAN-to-LAN connection.

• TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) – The DSL-G604T supports TCP/IP protocol, the

language used for the Internet. It is compatible with access servers manufactured by major vendors.

• RIP-1/RIP-2 – The DSL-G604T supports both RIP-1 and RIP-2 exchanges with other routers. Using both

versions allow the Router to communicate with all RIP enabled devices.

• Static Routing – This allows you to select a data path to a particular network destination that will remain in

the routing table and never “age out”. If you wish to define a specific route that will always be used for data traffic from your LAN to a specific destination within your LAN (for example to another router or a server) or outside your network (to a ISP defined default gateway for instance).

•

Default Routing –

destination address is unknown. This is particularly useful when if the Router functions as the sole connection to the Internet.

• ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) – The DSL-G604T supports Bridged Ethernet over ATM

(RFC1483), IP over ATM (RFC1577) and PPP over ATM (RFC 2364).

• Precise ATM Traffic Shaping – Traffic shaping is a method of controlling the flow rate of ATM data cells.

This function helps to establish the Quality of Service for ATM data transfer.

• G.hs (Auto-handshake) – This allows the Router to automatically choose either the G.lite or G.dmt ADSL

connection standards.

• High Performance – Very high rates of data transfer are possible with the Router. Up to eight Mbps

downstream bit rate using the G.dmt standard.

• Full Network Management – The DSL-G604T incorporates SNMP (Simple Network Management

Protocol) support for web-based management and text-based network management via Telnet connection.

•

Telnet Connection –

remotely.

• Easy Installation – The DSL-G604T uses a web-based graphical user interface program for convenient

management access and easy set up. Any common web browser software can be used to manage the Router.

This allows you to choose a default path for incoming data packets for which the

The Telnet enables a network manager to access the Router’s management software

Standards Compatibility and Compliance

The DSL-G604T complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies.

• ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) compliant

• ITU-T Rec. I.361 compliant

• RFC 791 Internet Protocol compliant

• RFC 792 UDP compliant

• RFC 826 Address Resolution Protocol compliant (ARP) compliant

• RFC 1058 Routing Information Protocol (RIP) compliant

• RFC 1213 MIB II for IP compliant

• RFC 1334 PPP Authentication Protocol compliant

• RFC 1389 Routing Information Protocol 2 (RIP2) compliant

• RFC 1483 IP over AAL5/ Bridged Ethernet over AAL5 compliant

• RFC 1557 Classical IP over ATM (IPoA) compliant

• RFC 1661 Point to Point Protocol (PPP) compliant

• RFC 1877 Automatic IP assignment compliant

• RFC 1994 Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol compliant

• Supports RFC 2131 and RFC 2132 DHCP functions including: automatic assignment of IP address, use of

subnet mask and default gateway and provision of DNS server address for all hosts

RFC 2364 PPP over ATM compliant (PPPoA) compliant

•

RFC 2516 PPP over Ethernet compliant (PPPoE) compliant

•

RFC 2684 Bridged/Routed Ethernet over ATM compliant

•

IEEE 802.3 compliant

•

IEEE 802.3u compliant

•

IEEE 802.1d compliant

•

IEEE 802.11g compliant

•

IEEE 802.3x compliant

•

Embedded web server support

•

Supports Dynamic Learning

•

• Supports Static Routing

Supports NAPT for up to 4096 connections

•

• Supports DHCP for up to 253 hot connections

Supports IGMP

•

• Supports ATM Forum UNI 3.1/4.0

Supports ATM VCC (Virtual Channel Circuit) for up to eight sessions

•

• Supports TELNET and TFTP

Supports back pressure for half-duplex

•

Front Panel Display

Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel.

The LED indicators on the front panel include the

WLAN and Ethernet (1-4) Link/Act indicators. The ADSL, WLAN an

Ethernet indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).

Power, Status, ADSL

Power

Status

ADSL (Link/Act)

WLAN (Link/Act)

Ethernet (Link/Act) 1 - 4

Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device is powered off this remains dark.

Lights steady green during power on self-test (POST). Once the connection status has been settled, the light will blink green. If the indicator lights steady green after the POST, the system has failed and the device should be rebooted.

Steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection. This will light after the ADSL negotiation process has been settle d. A blinking green light indicates activity on the WAN (ADSL) interface.

Steady green light indicates a wireless connection. A blinking green light indicates activity on the WLAN interface.

A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. This light will blink when there is activity currently passing through the Ethernet ports.

Rear Panel Connections

All cable connections to the Router are made at the rear panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the Router. Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).

Use the ADSL cable to connect to the

your telephone line (RJ-11 port)

Antenna

For wireless

operation, mount

the antenna on

the threaded

antenna post

ADSL Port

Use the Ethernet ports to connect

the Router t o your Ethernet LAN or

Ethernet ports

Ethernet devices

Reset button

To manually reset, depress

button with the power on for at

least seven seconds

Power Insert

Use the adapter shipped

with the Router to connect

to power source

To manually reboot the

Note

Router, disconnect and then reconnect the power.

Wireless LAN Basics

Some basic understanding of 802.11b/g wireless technology and terminology is useful when you are setting up the Router or any wireless access point. If you are not familiar with wireless networks please take a few minutes to learn the basics.

Radio Transmission

Wireless LAN or WLAN devices use electromagnetic waves within a broad, unlicensed range of the radio spectrum to transmit and receive radio signals. When a wireless access point is present, it becomes a base station for the WLAN nodes in its broadcast range. WLAN nodes transmit digital data using FM (frequency modulation) radio signals. WLAN devices generate a carrier wave and modulate this signal using various techniques. Digital data is superimposed onto the carrier signal. This radio signal carries data to WLAN devices within range of the transmitting device. The antennae of WLAN devices listen for and receive the signal. The signal is demodulated and the transmitted data extracted. The transmission method used by the access point is called Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and operates in a range of the radio spectrum between 2.4GHz

and 2.5GHz for transmission. See the technical specifications for more details on wireless operation.

Range

Range should not be a problem in most homes or small offices. If you experience low or no signal strength in some areas, consider positioning the Router in a location between the WLAN devices that maintains a roughly equal straight-line distance to all devices that need to access the Router through the wireless interface. Adding more 802.11g access points to rooms where the signal is weak can improve signal strength. Read the section about placement of the Router titled Location in the next chapter, Hardware Installation, for more information.

SSID

Wireless networks use an SSID (Service Set Identifier) to allow wireless devices to roam within the range of the network. Wireless devices that wish to communicate with each other must use the same SSID. Several access points can be set up using the same SSID so that wireless stations can move from one location to another without losing connection to the wireless network.

The DSL-G604T operates in Infrastructure mode. It controls network access on the wireless interface in its broadcast area. It will allow access to the wireless network to devices using the correct SSID after a negotiation process takes place. By default he DSL-G604T broadcasts its SSID so that any wireless station in range can learn the SSID and ask permission to associate with it. Many wireless adapters are able to survey or scan the wireless environment for access points. An access point in Infrastructure mode allows wireless devices to survey that network and select an access point with which to associate. You may disable SSID broadcasting in the web manager’s wireless menu.

Wireless Security

Various security options are available on the DSL-G604T including open or WEP, WPA, and WPA-PSK. Authentication may use an open system or a shared key. For details on these methods and how to use them, please read the wireless LAN configuration information in chapters 3 (Basic Router Configuration) and 4 (Advanced Router Configuration).

About 802.11g Wireless

Today's 11-megabits-per-second 802.11b wireless networks are fine for broadband Internet access (which typically tops out at about 1 mbps) but rather slow for large internal file transfers or streaming video. However, 54-mbps, corporate-oriented 802.11a is expensive--and because its radio uses the 5-GHz band and 802.11b uses the 2.4-GHz band, upgrading to an 802.11a network means either scrapping 802.11b gear or buying even-pricier hardware that can support both standards.

But 802.11g promises the same speed as 802.11a and the ability to coexist with 802.11b equipment on one network, since it too uses the 2.4-GHz band.

802.11g is an extension to 802.11b, the basis of many wireless LANs in existence today. 802.11g will broaden

802.11b's data rates to 54 Mbps* within the 2.4 GHz band using OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing) technology. Because of backward compatibility, an 802.11b radio card will interface directly with an 802.11g access point (and vice versa) at 11 Mbps or lower depending on range. You should be able to upgrade the newer 802.11b access points to be 802.11g compliant via relatively easy firmware upgrades.

Similar to 802.11b, 802.11g operates in the 2.4GHz band, and the transmitted signal uses approximately 30MHz, which is one third of the band. This limits the number of non-overlapping 802.11g access points to three, which is the same as 802.11b.

Hardware Installation

The DSL-G604T maintains three separate interfaces, an Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and an ADSL (WAN) interface. Place the Router in a location where it can be connected to the various devices as well as to a power source. The Router should not be located where it will be exposed to moisture or excessive heat. Make sure the cables and power cord are placed safely out of the way so they do not create a tripping hazard. As with any electrical appliance, observe common sense safety procedures.

The Router can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the front if you need to view them for troubleshooting.

Choosing the Best Location for Wireless Operation

Many environmental factors can affect the effective wireless function of the DSL-G604T. If this is your first time setting up a wireless network device, read and consider the points listed below.

The access point can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you should be able to see the LED indicators on the

front if you need to view them for troubleshooting.

Designed to go up to 100 meters indoors and up to 300 meters outdoors, Wireless LAN lets you access your network from anywhere you want. However, the number of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through can limit signal range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF noise in your home or business. For optimum range and signal strength, use these basic

guidelines:

1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings to a minimum:

The signal emitted from Wireless LAN devices can penetrate through ceilings and walls. However, each

wall or ceiling can reduce the range of Wireless LAN devices from 1 to 30M. Position your wireless

devices so that the number of walls or ceilings obstructing the signal path is minimized.

2. Consider the direct line between access points and workstations: A wall that is 0.5 meters thick, at a

45-degree angle appears to be almost 1 meter thick. At a 2-degree angle, it is over 14 meters thick. Be

careful to position access points and client adapters so the signal can travel straight through (90º angle)

a wall or ceiling for better reception.

3. Building Materials make a difference: Buildings constructed using metal framing or doors can reduce

effective range of the device. If possible, position wireless devices so that their signal can pass through

drywall or open doorways, avoid positioning them so that their signal must pass through metallic

materials. Poured concrete walls are reinforced with steel while cinderblock walls generally have little

or no structural steel.

4. Position the antenna for best reception. Play around with the antenna position to see if signal strength

improves. Some adapters or access points allow the user to judge the strength of the signal.

Keep your product away (at least 1-2 meters) from electrical devices:

Position wireless devices away from electrical devices that generate RF noise such as microwave ovens,

monitors, electric motors, etc.

Power on Router

CAUTION:

To power on the Router:

1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle located on the rear panel of the Router and plug the adapter into a suitable nearby power source.

2. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit. The Status LED should light solid green and begin to blink after a few seconds.

3. If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, check the Ethernet Link/Act LED indicators to make sure the connection is valid. The Router will attempt to establish the ADSL connection, if the ADSL line is connected and the Router is properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If this is the first time installing the device, some settings may need to be changed before the Router can establish a connection.

The Router must be used with the power adapter included with the device.

Factory Reset Button

The Router may be reset to the original factory default settings by depressing the reset button for a few seconds while the device is powered on. Use a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push down the reset button. Remember that this will wipe out any settings stored in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP settings. The device settings will be restored to the factory default IP address 192.168.1.1 and the subnet mask is

255.0.0.0, the default management Username is admin and the default Password is admin.

Wired Network Connections

Wired network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the four Ethernet ports on the back of the Router. See the Rear Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples.

Connect ADSL Line

Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the Router and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If you are using a low pass filter device, follow the instructions included with the device or given to you by your service provider. The ADSL connection represents the WAN interface, the connection to the Internet. It is the physical link to the service provider’s network backbone and ultimately to the Internet.

Connect Router to Ethernet

The Router may be connected to a single computer or Ethernet device through the 10/100 BASE-TX Ethernet port on the rear panel. Any connection to an Ethernet concentrating device such as a switch or hub must operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps only. When connecting the Router to any Ethernet device that is capable of operating at speeds between 0~100Mbps, be sure that the device has auto-negotiation (NWay) enabled for the connecting port.

Use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The RJ-45 port on the Router is a crossed port (MDI-X). Follow standard Ethernet guidelines when deciding what type of cable to use to make this connection. When connecting the Router directly to a PC or server use a normal straight-through cable. You should use a crossed cable when connecting the Router to a normal (MDI-X) port on a switch or hub. Use a normal straight-through cable when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch.

The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to Router connection. Be sure that the cable connecting the LAN to the Router does not exceed 100 meters.

Hub or Switch to Router Connection

Connect the Router to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable as shown in the diagram below:

If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch o hub for another device, connect to any on the othe MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.) with a crossed cable.

Computer to Router Connection

You can connect the Router directly to a 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet cable provided as shown in this diagram.

The illustration below shows the DSL-G604T connected to Ethernet LAN devices, Wireless LAN devices and the Internet.

Basic Router Configuration

The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you may continue to make changes to Router configuration including IP settings and DHCP setup. This chapter is concerned with using your computer to configure the WAN connection. The following chapter describes the various menus used to configure and monitor the Router including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup.

Wan Configuration Summary

1. Connect to the Router To configure the WAN connection used by the Router it is first necessary to

communicate with the Router through its management interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a web browser. To access the management software your computer must be able to “see” the Router. Your computer can see the Router if it is in the same “neighborhood” or subnet as the Router. This is accomplished by making sure your computer has IP settings that place it in the same subnet as the Router. The easiest way to make sure your computer has the correct IP settings is to configure it to use the DHCP server in the Router. The next section describes how to change the IP configuration for a computer running a Windows operating system to be a DHCP client.

Configure the WAN Connection

proceed to change the settings required to establish the ADSL connection and connect to the service provider’s network. There are different methods used to establish the connection to the service provider’s network and ultimately to the Internet. You should know what Encapsulation and connection type you are required to use for your ADSL service. It is also possible that you must change the PVC settings used for the ADSL connection. Your service provider should provide all the information you need to configure the WAN connection.

Once your are able to access the configuration software you can

Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer

In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the Router it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is enabled by default for standard installations. Below is an illustrated example of how to configure a Windows XP system to automatically obtain IP settings from the Router. Following this example is a step-by-step description of the procedures used on the other Windows operating systems to first check if the TCP/IP protocol has been installed; if it is not, instructions are provided for installing it. Once the protocol has been installed you can configure the system to receive IP settings from the Router.

For computers running non-Windows operating systems, follow the instructions for your OS that configure the system to receive an IP address from the Router, that is, configure the system to be a DHCP client.

If you are using this Router to provide Internet access for more than one compu ter, you

Note

can use these instructions later to change the IP settings for the other comp uters. However, you cannot use the same IP address since every computer must have its own IP address that is unique on the local network.

Configure Windows XP for DHCP

Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client.

1. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to Settings, then click on Network Connections.

2. In the Network Connections window, right-click on LAN (Local Area Connection), then click

Properties

3. In the General tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol

(TCP/IP) Properties button.

under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once. Click on the

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