Edimax BR-6104K, BR-6104KP User Manual

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User’s Manual

Introduction .......................................................................................................... 4

Features............................................................................................................... 4

Minimum Requirements ....................................................................................... 4

Package Content.................................................................................................. 4

Note...................................................................................................................... 4

Get to know the Broadband Router...................................................................... 4

Back Panel........................................................................................................... 4

Front Panel........................................................................................................... 5

Setup Diagram .....................................................................................................6

Getting started...................................................................................................... 6

Chapter 1 ........................................................................................................... 13

Quick Setup........................................................................................................ 13

Step 1) Time Zone.............................................................................................. 13

Step 2) Broadband Type.................................................................................... 14

1.1 Cable Modem............................................................................................... 14

1.2 Fixed-IP xDSL.............................................................................................. 15

1.3 PPPoE.......................................................................................................... 16

1.4 PPTP............................................................................................................ 16

Chapter 2 ........................................................................................................... 18

General Settings................................................................................................. 18

2.1 System ......................................................................................................... 19

2.1.1 Time Zone................................................................................................. 19

2.1.2 Password Settings..................................................................................... 20

2.1.3 Remote Management................................................................................ 21

2.2 WAN............................................................................................................. 21

2.2.1 Dynamic IP................................................................................................ 22

2.2.2 Static IP Address....................................................................................... 22

2.2.3 PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet)...................................................................... 22

2.2.4 PPTP......................................................................................................... 22

2.2.5 L2TP.......................................................................................................... 22

2.2.6 Telstra Big Pond........................................................................................ 24

2.2.7 DNS........................................................................................................... 24

2.2.8 DDNS........................................................................................................ 25

2.3 LAN.............................................................................................................. 25

2.4 NAT.............................................................................................................. 26

2.4.1 Port Forwarding......................................................................................... 27

2.4.2 Virtual Server............................................................................................. 28

2.4.3 Special Applications.................................................................................. 30

2.4.4 ALG Settings............................................................................................. 31

2.5 Firewall......................................................................................................... 32

2.5.1 Access Control.......................................................................................... 32

2.5.2 URL Blocking............................................................................................. 35

2.5.3 Denial of Service (DoS)............................................................................. 35

2.5.4 DMZ .......................................................................................................... 36

Chapter 3 ........................................................................................................... 37

Status................................................................................................................. 37

3.1 Status and Information ................................................................................. 37

3.2 Internet Connection...................................................................................... 37

3.3 Device Status............................................................................................... 38

3.4 Security Log ................................................................................................. 38

3.5 Active DHCP Client Table ............................................................................ 39

3.6 Statistics....................................................................................................... 39

Chapter 4 ........................................................................................................... 40

Tool.................................................................................................................... 40

4.1 Configuration Tools...................................................................................... 40

4.2 Firmware Upgrade........................................................................................ 41

4.3 Reset............................................................................................................ 41

Chapter 5 (For BR-6104KP only) ....................................................................... 42

5.1 Install Print Server Network Driver ............................................................... 42

5.2 Add a Network Printer.................................................................................. 44

Appendix A......................................................................................................... 46

Glossary............................................................................................................. 46

Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing this Broadband Router. This Broadband Router is a cost-effective IP Sharin g Router that enables multiple users to share the Internet through an ADSL or cable modem. Simply configure your Internet connection settings in the Broadband Router and plug your PC to the LAN port and you're ready to share files an d access the Internet. As your network grows, you can connect another hub or switch to the router’s LAN ports, allowing you to easily expand your network. The Broadband Router provides a total solution for the Small and Medium-sized Business (SMB) and the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) markets, giving you an instant network today, and the flexibility to handle tomorrow's expansion and speed.

Features

• High Internet Access throughput

• Allow multiple users to share a single Internet line

• Supports up to 253 users

• Internet Access via Cable or xDSL modem

• Access Private LAN Servers from the Public Network

• Equipped with four LAN ports (10/100M) and one WAN port (10/100M)

• Support DHCP (Server/Client) for easy setup

• Support advance features such as: Special Applications, DMZ, Virtual Servers, Access Control, Firewall.

• Allow you to monitor the router’s status such as: DHCP Client Log, Security Log and Device/Connection Status

• Easy to use Web-based GUI for configuration and management purposes

• Remote Management allows configuration and upgrades from a remote site (over the Internet)

Minimum Requirements

• One External xDSL (ADSL) or Cable modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45)

• Network Interface Card (NIC) for each Personal Computer (PC)

• PCs with a Web-Browser (Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher, or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher)

Package Content

• One 4-port Broadband router unit

• One Quick Installation Guide

• One User Manual CD

• One Power Adapter

• Accessories

Note

The WAN “idle timeout” auto-disconnect function may not work due to abnormal activities of some network application software, computer virus or hacker attacks from the Internet. For example, some software sends network packets to the Internet in the background, even when you are not using the Internet. So pleas e turn off your computer when you are not using it. This function also may not work with some ISP. So please make sure this function can work properly when you use this function in the first time, especially when your ISP charge you by time used.

Get to know the Broadband Router Back Panel

The diagram (fig1.0) below shows the broadband router’s back panel. The router’s back panel is divided into three sections,

LAN, WAN and Reset:

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Figure 1.0

1) Local Area Network (LAN) The Broadband router’s 4 LAN ports are where you connect your LAN’s PCs, printer servers, hubs and switches etc.

2) Wide Area Network (WAN)

The WAN port is the segment connected to your xDSL or Cable modem and is linked to the Internet.

3) Reset

The Reset button allows you to do one of two things.

1) If problems occur with your router, press the router’s reset button with a pencil tip (for less than 4 seconds) and the router will re-boot itself, keeping your original configurations.

2) If problems persist or you experience extreme problems or you forgot your password, pre ss the reset button for longer than 4 seconds and the router will reset itself to the factory default settings (warning: your original configurations will be replaced with the factory default settings)

Front Panel

On the router’s front panel there are LED lights that inform you of the router’s current status. Below is an explanation of each LED and its description.

PWR ON Router’s power supply is on

WAN 10/100M

WAN LNK/ACT

LAN 10/100M

(Port 1-4)

LAN LNK/ACT

(Port 1-4)

USB 1-2

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LED Light Status Description

ON WAN port 100Mbps is connected

Off WAN port 10Mbps is connected

ON WAN is connected

Off No WAN connection

Flashing WAN port has Activity (ACT), data being sent

ON LAN port 100Mbps is connected

Off LAN port 10Mbps is connected

ON LAN is connected

Off No LAN connection

Flashing LAN port has Activity (ACT), data being sent

ON Printer is connected

Off No Printer connection

Flashing Printer is activity

Setup Diagram

Figure 1.2 below shows a typical setup for a Local Area Network (LAN).

Figure 1.2

Getting started

This is a step-by-step instruction on how to start using the router and get connected to the Internet.

1) Setup your network as shown in the setup diagram above (fig 1.2).

2) You then need to set your LAN PC clients so that it can obtain an IP address automatically. All LAN clients require an IP address. Just like an address, it allows LAN clients to find one another. (If you have already configured your PC to obtain an IP automatically then proceed to step 3, page 11)

Configure your PC to obtain an IP address automatically

By default the broadband router’s DHCP is on, this means that you can obtain an IP address automatically once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically. This section will show you how to configure your PC’s so that it can obtain an IP address automatically for either Windows 95/98/Me, 2000 or NT operating systems. For other operating systems (Macintosh, Sun, etc.), follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The following is a step-by-step illustration on how to configure your PC to obtain an IP address automatically for 2a) Windows 95/98/Me, 2b) Windows XP, 2c) Windows 2000 and 2d) Windows NT.

2a) Windows 95/98/Me

1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window will appear. 2: Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appea r. 3: Check your list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the Add button to install it now. If

TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6. 4: In the Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol and click Add button. 5: In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft and TCP/IP and then click the OK button to

start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to complete the installation.

6: After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select TCP/IP from the list of Network

Components and then click the Properties button.

7: Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:

• Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networks and File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks.

• Gateway: All fields are blank.

• DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.

• WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.

• IP Address: Select Obtain IP address automatically.

8: Reboot the PC. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically from your Broadband Router’s DHCP server.

Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server available on

your LAN.

Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to Step 3

2b) Windows XP

1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Network Connections. The Network Connections

window will appear. 2: Double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection window will appear. 3: Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on your list. Select

it and click the Properties button. 4: In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Obtain an IP address automatically and

Obtain DNS server address automatically as shown on the following screen.

5: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically from your

Broadband Router’s DHCP server.

Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server available on

your LAN.

Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to Step 3.

2c) Windows 2000

1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window will

appear.

2: Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the Network and Dial-u p Connection window,

double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection window will appear.

3: In the Local Area Connection window, click the Properties button.

4: Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on your list. Select

it and click the Properties button.

5: In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Obtain an IP address automatically and

Obtain DNS server address automatically as shown on the following screen.

6: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically

from your Broadband Router’s DHCP server.

Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server

available on your LAN.

Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to Step 3.

2d) Windows NT

1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window will

appear.

2: Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear. Select the Protocol tab from the Network

window.

3: Check if the TCP/IP Protocol is on your list of Network Protocols. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the

Add button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 5.

4: In the Select Network Protocol window, select the TCP/IP Protocol and click the Ok button to start

installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to complete the installation.

5: After you install TCP/IP, go back to the Network window. Select TCP/IP from the list of Network

Protocols and then click the Properties button.

6: Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:

• IP Address: Select Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server.

• DNS: Let all fields are blank.

• WINS: Let all fields are blank.

• Routing: Let all fields are blank.

7: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically from your

Broadband Router’s DHCP server.

Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server

available on your LAN.

Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to Step 3.

3) Once you have configured your PCs to obtain an IP address automatically, the router’s DHCP server will automatically give your LAN clients an IP address. By default the Broadband Router’s DHCP server is enabled so that you can obtain an IP address automatically. To see if you have obtained an IP address, see Appendix A.

Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server available on your LAN. If there is another DHCP on your network, then you’ll need to switch one of the DHCP servers off. (To disable the Broadband router’s DHCP server see chapter 2 LAN Port)

4) Once your PC has obtained an IP address from your router, enter the default IP address 192.168.2.1 (broadband router’s IP address) into your PC’s web browser and press <enter>

5) The login screen below will appear. Enter the “User Name” and “Password” and then click <OK> to login. Note: By default the user name is “admin” and the password is “1234”. For security reasons it is

recommended that you change the password as soon as possible (in General setup/system/password, see chapter 2)

6) The HOME page screen below will appear. The Home Page is divided into four sections, Quick Setup Wizard, General Setup, Status Information and Tools.

Menu Description

Quick Setup Wizard

(Chapter 1)

Select your Internet connection type and then input the configurations needed to

connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP).

This section contains configurations for the Broadband router’s advance

General Setup

(Chapter 2)

functions such as: Address Mapping, Virtual Server, Access Control, Hacker

Attack Prevention, DMZ, Special applications and other functions to meet your LAN requirements.

Status Information

(Chapter 3)

In this section you can see the Broadband router's system information, Internet Connection, Device Status, System Log, Security Log and DHCP client information.

This section contains the broadband router’s Tools - Tools include Configuration

Tools

(Chapter 4)

tools, Firmware upgrade and Reset. Configuration tools allow you to Backup (save), Restore, or Restore to Factory Default configuration for your Broadband router. The Firmware upgrade tool allows you to upgrade your Broadband router's firmware. The RESET tool allows you to reset your Broadband router.

7) Click on Quick Setup Wizard (see chapter 1) to start configuring settings required by your ISP so that you can start accessing the Internet. The other sections (General Setup, Status Information and Tools) do not need to be configured unless you wish to implement/monitor more advance features/information.

Select the section (Quick Setup Wizard, General Setup, Status Information and Tools) you wish to configure and proceed to the corresponding chapter. Use the selections on the we b management’s top right hand page (see below) to navigate around the web-based management User Interface.

Chapter 1 Quick Setup

The Quick Setup section is designed to get you using the broadband router as quick as possibl e. In the Quick Setup you are required to fill in only the information necessary to access the Internet. Once you click on the Quick Setup Wizard in the HOME page, you should see the screen below.

Step 1) Time Zone

The Time Zone allows your router to base its time on the settings configured here, this will affect functions such as Log entries and Firewall settings.

Parameter Description

Set Time Zone

Time Server Address

Enable Daylight Savings

Start Daylight Savings Time

End Daylight Savings Time

Click on NEXT to proceed to the next page (step 2) Broadband Type.

Select the time zone of the country you are currently in. The router will set its time based on your selection.

You can manually assign time server address if the default time server dose not work.

The router can also take Daylight savings into account. If you wish to use this function, you must check/tick the enable box to enable your dayli ght saving configuration (below).

Select the period in which you wish to start daylight Savings Time Select the period in which you wish to end daylight Savings Time

Step 2) Broadband Type

In this section you have to select one of four types of connections that you will be using to connect your broadband router’s WAN port to your ISP (see screen below).

Note: Different ISP’s require different methods of connecting to the Internet, please check with your ISP as to the type of connection it requires.

Menu Description

Cable Modem

Fixed-IP xDSL

PPPoE

PPTP

Click on one of the WAN type and then proceed to the manual’s relevant sub-section (1.1, 1.2, 1.3 or 1.4). Click on Back to return to the previous screen.

Your ISP will automatically give you an IP address Your ISP has given you an IP address already Your ISP requires you to use a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE)

connection. Your ISP requires you to use a Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) connection.

1.1 Cable Modem

Choose Cable Modem if your ISP will automatically give you an IP address. Some ISP’s may also require that you fill in additional information such as Host Name and MAC address (see screen below).

Note: The Host Name and MAC address section is optional and you can skip this section if your ISP do es not require these settings for you to connect to the Internet.

Parameter Description

Host Name

MAC Address

Click <OK> when you have finished the configuration above. Congratulations! You have completed the configuration for the Cable Modem connection. You can start using the router now, if you wish to use some of the advance features supported by this router see chapter 2, 3, 4.

If your ISP requires a Host Name, type in the host name provided by your ISP, otherwise leave it blank if your ISP does not require a Host Name.

Your ISP may require a particular MAC address in order for you to connect to the Internet. This MAC address is the PC’s MAC address that your ISP had originally connected your Internet connection to. Type in this MAC address in this section or use the “Clone MAC Address” button to replace the WAN MAC address with the MAC address of that PC (you have to be using that PC for the Clone MAC Address button to work). To find out the PC’s MAC address see Appendix A. (see Glossary for an explanation on MAC address)

1.2 Fixed-IP xDSL

Select Fixed-IP xDSL if your ISP has given you a specific IP address for you to use. Your ISP should provide all the information required in this section.

Parameter Description

IP This is the IP address that your ISP has given you.

Gateway IP This is the ISP’s IP address gateway

DNS This is the ISP’s DNS server IP address

Subnet Mask

Click <OK> when you have finished the configuration above. Congratulations! You have completed the configuration for the Fixed-IP x DSL connection. You can start using the router now, if you wish to use some of the advance features supported by this router see chapter 2, 3, 4.

Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP (e.g. 255.255.255.0)

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