Ericsson HM490dp User Manual

DSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN

HM490dp

User Guide

ADSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN

HM490dp

User Guide

Disclaimer

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The contents of this document are subject to revision without notice due to continued progress in methodology, design, and manufacturing. Ericsson shall have no liability for any error or damages of any kind resulting from the use of this document.

Abstract

This document describes configuration and management of the Ericsson ADSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN HM490dp.

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Contents

1 Introduction 1

1.1 Structure of this Guide 1

1.2 Product Overview 1

2 Hardware Description and Installation 3

2.1 Before You Start 3

2.1.1 Package Contents 3

2.1.2 Subscription for ADSL Service 3

2.1.3 System Requirements 3

2.2 Physical Appearance 4

2.2.1 Front Panel and LED Indicators 4

2.2.2 Back Panel and Connectors 5

2.3 Placement of the HM490dp 6

2.3.1 Wireless Considerations 7

2.4 Installation 8

3 Configuration Wizard 10

3.1 Introduction 10

3.2 Access the Configuration Wizard 10

3.2.1 DHCP (Ericsson-MER) 12

3.2.2 DHCP (MER) 13

3.2.3 DHCP (Bridged) 14

3.2.4 PPPoE 16

3.2.5 PPPoA 18

3.2.6 IPoA 20

3.2.7 Advanced 22

3.2.8 Operator Defined 23

3.2.9 Wireless Network Settings 24

3.3 Access the Internet 29

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4 Basic Setup 30

4.1 Introduction 30

4.2 Start 31

4.3 Firmware Update 32

4.4 Diagnostics Tool 34

4.4.1 DSL Status Page 36

4.5 Help 37

5 Advanced Setup 39

5.1 Introduction 39

5.2 Default Settings 40

5.3 Password 40

5.4 Wireless Network 44

5.4.1 Enable/Disable Wireless Access 45

5.4.2 Configure the Channel 46

5.4.3 Configure Wireless Security 48

5.4.4 Configure Wireless Authentication/Encryption 48

5.5 Security 54

5.5.1 Enable/Disable the Firewall 55

5.5.2 Firewall Port Filters 56

5.5.3 Configure Security Application 58

5.5.4 Assign PC Names 59

5.5.5 Configure Internet Applications 61

5.5.6 Configure Custom Applications 63

5.5.7 Application Level Gateways (ALGs) 66

5.6 DHCP Server 68

5.6.1 Enable/Disable the DHCP Server 68

5.6.2 Change Settings to the DHCP Server Subnet 68

5.6.3 Create Fixed Host Mapping 71

5.7 Advanced Internet Access 73

5.7.1 Access Connections 73

5.8 UPnP 74

5.9 Save Config 75

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5.10 Default Settings 76

5.11 Backup Restore Config 78

5.11.1 Backup Configuration 78

5.11.2 Restore Configuration 79

5.12 Log 80

6 Configure PCs 81

6.1 Before You Begin 81

6.2 Configure Ethernet PCs 81

6.2.1 Obtain Internet Information Automatically 81

6.2.2 Assign Static Internet Information 85

6.3 Configure Wireless PCs 86

6.3.1 Siting the Wireless PCs 86

6.3.2 Wireless PC Cards and Drivers 86

6.3.3 Configure PC Access to your Wireless Device 86

Glossary 88

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Introduction

1 Introduction

This chapter tells you about the structure of this guide and gives a brief product overview.

1.1 Structure of this Guide

This User Guide contains information that you will need to configure and manage the ADSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN HM490dp.

The following chapters are included:

• Chapter 1 – “Introduction” – provides information about this guide and gives a brief product overview.

• Chapter 2 – “Hardware Description and Installation” – provides a hardware description and detailed instructions about how to install the HM490dp. This is an extract from the “Quick Installation Guide” provided in the product package.

• Chapter 3 – “Configuration Wizard” – describes how to access the built-in Configuration tool and run the Configuration Wizard in order to perform the initial configuration.

• Chapter 4 – “Basic Setup” – provides detailed information about how to perform configuration using the Basic Setup options included in the configuration tool.

• Chapter 5 – “Advanced Setup” – provides detailed information about how to perform configuration using the Advanced Setup options included in the configuration tool.

• Chapter 6 – “Configure PCs” – gives instructions for configuring the Internet settings on your computers to work with the HM490dp.

• The Glossary includes abbreviations and explanations to technical terms used in this guide.

1.2 Product Overview

The ADSL2+ Home Gateway, HM490dp, is a multi service platform. The product is a combination of an ADSL2+ modem, a router and a wireless LAN (WLAN) access point – All in one box.

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The key benefits of the HM490dp are:

• Triple Play at Reliable High Speed

The HM490dp provides a reliable and effective gateway opening up for a wide range of broadband services, including fast Internet, Voice over IP and IPTV (Triple Play). These Triple Play services can be delivered from one or several Service Providers.

• ADSL Features

The HM490dp supports the latest available ADSL standards, both ADSL2/2+ as well as classic ADSL.

• Quality of Service

Quality of Service (QoS) is a key aspect of running successful Triple Play services. The Ericsson QoS solution is a multi-PVC solution based on ATM Quality of Service that makes extensive use of well-known and field-proven protocols.

• Advanced Networking with WLAN

The HM490dp is very flexible in terms of networking features and can be configured to act either as a bridge or a router, making it easy to integrate in most networks. The HM490dp has DHCP client and server functionality as well as NAT and a stateful firewall. Additionally it includes a fully featured SIP ALG and IGMP Proxy to enable voice and video devices reside on the home network.

The integrated IEEE 802.11b/g compliant radio offers high data rates with full backward compatibility with older WiFi client cards. To provide a secure wireless home solution, the HM490dp supports WiFi Protected Access (WPA) with pre-shared keys, Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption and MAC Association Control.

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2 Hardware Description and Installation

This chapter describes the product and provides instructions about how to install the HM490dp in a PC/Windows environment.

2.1 Before You Start

2.1.1 Package Contents

Check the contents of the package against the shipping contents checklist below. If any of the items is missing, please contact the dealer from whom the equipment was purchased.

• ADSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN HM490dp

• External antenna

• Power Supply adapter

• Ethernet cable

• ADSL Line cable

• Table stand

• Quick Installation Guide

Note: Your HM490dp package may also include other materials provided

by your service provider.

2.1.2 Subscription for ADSL Service

To use the ADSL2+ Home Gateway WLAN HM490dp, you will require an ADSL service subscription from your broadband service provider.

2.1.3 System Requirements

Computer(s) that will be connected to the HM490dp must meet the following requirements:

• For wireless computer(s);

− A wireless adapter installed. This could for example be a PCMCIA

wireless card for your laptop, a wireless PCI card or a USB wireless adapter for your desktop PCs.

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− An operating system supporting Wireless LAN according to

802.11b/g.

• For computer(s) connected via the Ethernet interface;

− 10/100Base-T Network Interface Card (NIC) installed.

− Operating system: Windows 95 or higher, Mac OSX, and Linux.

2.2 Physical Appearance

2.2.1 Front Panel and LED Indicators

The HM490dp is equipped with eight (8) status LED (Light Emitting Diode) indicators as shown in the illustration below.

Figure 1 - Front Panel Indicators

Although the LED functions depend upon the operational state of the device, each LEDs general purpose is described in the table below (from top to bottom).

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Table 1 General Description of LEDs

Label Color Description

ADSL Green On: ADSL connection is established.

Blinking: Data transmission (activity) or training.

LAN Green On: Ethernet connection to a LAN or single

Ethernet client is established. Blinking: Data transmission (activity).

WLAN Blue On: The WLAN interface is turned on

(enabled).

Status Green On: Status OK.

Blinking: System activity, for example saving configuration to flash memory.

Power Green On: Power is on.

2.2.2 Back Panel and Connectors

The following figure illustrates the back panel of the HM490dp:

Figure 2 - Back Panel of the HM490dp

Description of connectors and buttons:

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Table 2 Description of Connectors and Buttons

Label Description

ADSL ADSL socket for connection to a splitter/filter of phone

outlet.

Ethernet Four Ethernet ports for connection to a PC, IP telephone,

set-top box, and/or switch/hub.

Reset Reset button (tiny hole) for resetting the HM490dp to

factory default settings. Section

5.10.1.1 – “Reset

Button

” describes how a reset is done. 0 | 1 Power switch for turning power on or off. 12V AC 1.2A Power socket for connecting the power supply adapter.

2.3 Placement of the HM490dp

The HM490dp can be placed either in a horizontal or upright position on a flat surface (i.e. a table) as shown in the figures below.

Note: Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent the product from over-

heating. Do not block or cover the slots and openings on the device, which are intended for ventilation and proper operation.

Figure 3 - Alternative Placement for the HM490dp

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If you choose to place the HM490dp in an upright position, use the provided table stand and fit the 4 pins on the table stand into the holes on the bottom of the unit:

Figure 4 - Mounting of the Table Stand

2.3.1 Wireless Considerations

Because the HM490dp is a radio device, it is subject to common causes of interference that can reduce throughput and range. In general, the best location is at the center of your wireless coverage area, within line of sight of all wireless devices. Normally, placing the unit near the ceiling will give the best performance.

Place the HM490dp away from microwave ovens and other transmitters that use the same frequency band (2.4 GHz) as they can cause signal interference.

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2.4 Installation

Follow the procedure below to install the HM490dp in different network environments (wireless and/or via cables). Figure 5 shows an installation example that can be used as a reference.

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Figure 5 - HM490dp Installation Example

1 Connect the antenna.

Connect the provided antenna to the antenna connector and tighten hand tight. Adjust the antenna into a vertical position.

2 Connect the ADSL Line

Connect one end of the provided ADSL Line cable to the ADSL port on the HM490dp. Connect the other end to your ADSL service port (splitter/filter or phone outlet).

3 Connect Ethernet device(s)

Attach the provided Ethernet cable to one of the ports marked

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Ethernet on the HM490dp. Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on a PC, Set-Top Box, IP telephone or Ethernet switch/hub. You can simultaneously use as many cables and ports that you need depending on available services and devices.

4 Connect the Power adapter

Connect the cable from the Power Adapter to the POWER socket on the HM490dp and then insert the plug into a power source.

5 Switch on the Power

Switch on the power by turning the power switch to 1.

6 Wireless computer(s)

You must run the Configuration Wizard (as described in chapter 3 “Configuration Wizard”) and enable the Wireless LAN interface before your wireless computer(s) can connect to the HM490dp.

Note: The Configuration Wizard has to be run from a client PC connected

to one of the Ethernet ports as the Wireless LAN interface is disabled by default.

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3 Configuration Wizard

This chapter describes how to access the built-in Configuration tool and run the Configuration Wizard in order to perform the initial configuration.

Note: The first time you access the Configuration tool, this has to be done

from a client PC connected to one of the Ethernet ports as the Wireless LAN interface is disabled by default.

3.1 Introduction

The HM490dp is an advanced ADSL router with several features and supported modes that make it ideal for advanced home networking. The HM490dp offers a Configuration Wizard that enables you to easily configure the HM490dp through a user friendly GUI. No special software is required on your PC to manage and operate the HM490dp. All you need is a web browser.

In the Configuration Wizard you can just select an Internet Access mode that fits your needs according to information from your ISP.

The HM490dp still offers the possibility for advanced users to set up special network scenarios themselves or to modify the existing ones. Refer to chapter 5 - “Advanced Setup” for further information.

3.2 Access the Configuration Wizard

Follow the steps below to access the built-in Configuration tool and start the Configuration Wizard.

Note: Before performing the following steps make sure that all the steps

in section

2.4 - ”Installation” has been performed.

1 Start your web browser and type http://192.168.1.1 (the IP address for

the HM490dp) in the URL field and hit Enter.

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2 To access the Configuration tool you have to login and the following

window is displayed:

3 Type admin in both the “User name” and “Password” fields and click

4 The welcome page of the Configuration tool is displayed:

5 Click on the Configuration Wizard > button to display the start page of

the wizard:

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Configuration Wizard

You can access the Internet in one of several ways depending on the service provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The HM490dp supports eight types of Internet access that can be setup through this wizard and each one is described in detail in the following subsections.

Note: Your ISP may have limited the selectable modes to a subset of the

total.

3.2.1 DHCP (Ericsson-MER)

The DHCP (Ericsson-MER) mode is a bridge-router access type meaning that the HM490dp operates as a bridge to the WAN side while simultaneously operates as a router to the LAN/WLAN side.

This access type is “Always On” meaning that you are automatically connected to your ISP whenever you use your Internet connection. The HM490dp automatically activates the NAT service that will route the traffic to/from the WAN and its internal DHCP server that will assign private IP addresses to the PCs on the LAN/WLAN.

This access type can be used for triple play scenarios and some Ericsson specific features are used so the HM490dp will only have one WAN IP address also in these scenarios.

To configure the HM490dp for DHCP (Ericsson-MER) access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

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2 Select DHCP (Ericsson-MER) and click the Next> button. The

following page appears:

3 Click the Confirm Changes> button to save this setting or click Cancel

to exit the Wizard without any changes done.

4 No further settings for Internet Access has to be done and the next

page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 – “Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.2 DHCP (MER)

The DHCP (MER) mode is a bridge-router access type meaning that the HM490dp operates as a bridge to the WAN side while simultaneously operates as a router to the LAN/WLAN side.

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This access type can be used for triple play scenarios. To configure the HM490dp for DHCP (MER) access mode, follow the steps

below: 1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

2 Select DHCP (MER) and click the Next> button. The Confirm page for

Internet access appears:

3 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

4 No further settings for Internet Access has to be done and the next

page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 – “Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.3 DHCP (Bridged)

By using the DHCP (Bridged) mode the HM490dp will act as a bridge, meaning that the routing functionality (Firewall, NAT, UPnP, etc) will be

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disabled. This access type is suitable if you only want to connect a single computer to the Internet and want to perform all special functionality in the computer instead of the built-in capabilities of the HM490dp.

This access type is “Always on” meaning that you is automatically connected to your ISP whenever you use your Internet connection.

This access type can be used for triple play scenarios. Note: If your ISP uses PPPoE you must have a PPPoE client software

installed on your PC.

To configure the HM490dp for DHCP (Bridged) access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

2 Select DHCP (Bridged) and click the Next> button. The Confirm page

for Internet access appears:

3 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

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4 No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next

page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 – “Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.4 PPPoE

The PPPoE (or dial-up) access mode is used by the ISP to identify users and allow them access to the Internet. You have to enter a valid Username and Password provided by your ISP. Once you have entered your Username and Password within the Wizard, the HM490dp will automatically connect to your ISP whenever you use your Internet connection. The “On-Line Time” column on the Welcome page indicates the time you have been online and when the connection is disconnected the counter will stop and be reset.

The HM490dp automatically activates the NAT service that will route the traffic to/from the WAN and its internal DHCP server that will assign private IP addresses to the PCs on the LAN/WLAN.

Note: If you already have PPPoE client software installed on your

computer(s), you must uninstall it. This can be done after completing this wizard.

To configure the HM490dp for PPPoE access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

2 Select PPPoE and click the Next> button. The following page

appears:

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3 Enter your “PPP Username” and “PPP Password” provided by your ISP

and click the Next> button. The VPI and VCI Setup page appears:

4 Select either “Use Default” or “Specify manually” depending on

information from your ISP. If you choose “Specify manually” the following page appears:

5 The default values for VPI (8) and VCI (35) are displayed, but you can

change them if you have received other information from your ISP. Then click the Next> button to display the Confirm page for Internet access:

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6 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

7 No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next

page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 – “Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.5 PPPoA

The PPPoA (or dial-up) access mode is used by the ISP to identify users and allow them access to the Internet. You have to enter a valid Username and Password provided by your ISP. Once you have entered your Username and Password within the Wizard, the HM490dp will automatically connect to your ISP whenever you use your Internet connection. The “On-Line Time” column on the Welcome page indicates the time you have been online and when the connection is disconnected the counter will stop and be reset.

The HM490dp automatically activates the NAT service that will route the traffic to/from the WAN and its internal DHCP server that will assign private IP addresses to the PCs on the LAN/WLAN.

Note: If you already have PPPoA client software installed on your

computer(s), you must uninstall it. This can be done after completing this wizard.

To configure the HM490dp for PPPoA access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

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2 Select PPPoA and click the Next> button. The following page

appears:

3 Enter your “PPP Username” and “PPP Password” provided by your ISP

and click the Next> button. The VPI and VCI Setup page appears:

4 Select either “Use Default” or “Specify manually” depending on

information from your ISP. If you choose “Specify manually” the following page appears:

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5 The default values for VPI (0) and VCI (35) are displayed, but you can

change them if you have received other information from your ISP. Then click the Next> button to display the Confirm page for Internet access:

6 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section” to continue.

3.2.6 IPoA

The IPoA access mode is a method to transfer IP frames over ATM using RFC 1483. The IPoA access mode requires static IP addresses and your ISP must provide you with correct values if this mode is selected.

The HM490dp automatically activates the NAT service that will route the traffic to/from the WAN and its internal DHCP server that will assign private IP addresses to the PCs on the LAN/WLAN.

To configure the HM490dp for IPoA access mode, follow the steps below: 1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to

display the following page:

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2 Select IPoA and click the Next> button. The following page appears:

3 Enter IP addresses according to information from you ISP and click the

Confirm Changes button to proceed. The VPI and VCI Setup page

appears:

4 Select either “Use Default” or “Specify manually” depending on

information from your ISP. If you choose “Specify manually” the following page appears:

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5 The default values for VPI (0) and VCI (43) are displayed, but you can

change them if you have received other information from your ISP. Then click the Next> button to display the Confirm page for Internet access:

6 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

7 No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next

page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 – “Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.7 Advanced

The Advanced mode provides a way to configure the HM490dp with multiple access methods that can be used simultaneously on different PVCs.

Note: Only use this mode if you have DSL experience.

To configure the HM490dp for Advanced access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

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2 Select Advanced and click the Next> button. The Confirm page for

Internet access appears:

3 Click the Confirm Changes> button to proceed or click Cancel to exit

the Wizard without saving any settings.

No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 –

“

Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.8 Operator Defined

The Operator Defined mode is used if your ISP has provided a configuration file including operator specific settings.

Note: If you chose this mode you will not be able to access the Advanced

Internet Access page in the Configuration tool.

To configure the HM490dp for Operator Defined access mode, follow the steps below:

1 From the Start page, click the Configuration Wizard > button to display

the following page:

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2 Select Operator Defined and click the Next> button. The Operator

Mode page appears:

3 Click the Browse… button to select your configuration file. 4 Click the Confirm Changes> button to upload the file or click Cancel

to exit the Wizard without saving any settings.

No further settings for Internet Access have to be done and the next page in the wizard is Wireless Network: Set Country. Continue to section

3.2.9 –

“

Wireless Network Settings” to proceed.

3.2.9 Wireless Network Settings

When you have made settings for the Internet Access, the wizard continues with settings for your Wireless Network. Follow the steps below to enable and make settings for the Wireless Network and complete the Configuration Wizard.

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