GemTek Technology R910130 Users manual
Gemtek Technology Co., Ltd.
Wireless SOHO Router
WX-2211A
User's Manual
Version 1.0 - Jan. 2002
CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................2
Hardware Installation ....................................................................4
General WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER System Connection….5
WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER Default Settings ...............................6
Web Management Setttings ……….…………………...…….7
Device Information ………………………………………………………...9
Device Status ……………………………………………………………...10
Device IP Settings …………………………………………………………11
Cable / ADSL ISP Settings ………………………………………………12
ISP Additional Settings …………………………………………………..13
Wireless Settings …………………………………………………………14
Modem Settings ……………………………………………………………15
Advanced Settings …………………………………………………………16
DHCP Server Settings ……………………………………………………16
Virtual Server Settings ……………………………………………………17
Static Settings ……………… …………………………………………….19
Dynamic Settings …….…………………...……………………………….20
Administration Settings ……………………………………………………22
System Tools …………………………………………………………………23
Intruder Detection Log …………………………………………………….23
Display Routing Table ………………..……………………………………24
Load Default Settings ……………………………………………………...25
Upgrade Firmware ……...………………………………………………….26
Reset Device ……………………………………………………………….27
Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………28
Technical Specifications ………………………….…………………………31
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing your Wireless SOHO Router.
This manual will assist you with the installation procedure.
The package you have received should contain the following items:
•= Wireless SOHO Router
•= User’s Manual
•= Power Adapter
Note: if anything is missing, please contact your vendor
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Safety Notification
Your Wireless SOHO Router should be placed in a safe and secure location. To
ensure proper operation, please keep the unit away from water and other
damaging elements.
Please read the installation guide thoroughly before you install the WIRELESS
SOHO ROUTER.
The WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER should only be repaired by authorized and
qualified personnel.
Please do not try to open or repair the WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER yourself.
Do not place the WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER in a damp or humid location, i.e.
a bathroom.
The WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER should be placed in a sheltered and non-slip
location within a temperature range of +5 to +40 Celsius degree.
Please do not expose the WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER to direct sunlight or
other heat sources. The housing and electronic components may be damaged
by direct sunlight or heat sources.
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Hardware Installation
Front Panel
The front panel provides LED’s for device status. Refer to the
following table for the meaning of each feature.
Power Power status of the WIRELESS SOHO Router. A
steady LED indicates the power is on. No LED lights
indicate lack of power.
Status Router status indicates. When router boot or Flash
memory writing, then Status LED should be blinking.
WAN Wide Area Network status. When connected to the
Cable/DSL modem, the WAN LED should be steady
on.
Async Indicates console port Carrier Detect status. When
modem connection is established then LED should be
steady on.
WLS
LAN
1,2,3,4
Indicates wireless initial ready status. When wireless
AP initial ready, WLS should be steady on.
Link/ACT = Displays Link Activity.
When each of LAN port connects to PC or Port#1
connects to HUB, Link/ACT should be steady on, when
data transfer then Link/ACT should be blinking.
Rear Panel
The rear panel features a LAN port, WAN port, Serial port and
Factory Reset button. Refer to the following table for the meaning of
each feature.
Power Used to connect to the power outlet. Only use the
power adapter provided with the WIRELESS SOHO
Router. Use of an unauthorized power adapter may
cause dama
e to your device and violate your
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warranty.
Modem Port used to connect an external analog backup
modem/ISDN TA.
WAN The RJ-45 Ethernet port labeled WAN is used to
connect your WIRELESS SOHO Router to your
DSL or Cable modem.
Reset Resets the configuration to default settings.
LAN(2,3,4) The RJ-45 Ethernet port used to connect your PC
using normal Ethernet cables to your WIRELESS
SOHO Router.
LAN (1) Using crossover cable (RJ-45) to connect to your
PC or normal Ethernet cables to uplink port of hub
or switch.
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General WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER System
Connection
1. The general function of WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER is defined as an “AP +
Router”, and the connection is as follow diagram. In this mode, user may
connect the WAN port to Cable / DSL modem. The WAN LED will indicate
connection. Connect the LAN port to a hub or switch.
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WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER Default Settings
By default settings, the WIRELESS SOHO ROUTER is regarded as an “AP
Router”. The default settings are shown following.
Note:
In WEB mode setup system, only one user allows to access setup program
at one time i.e. setup system will decline when other users to connect setup
system.
User Name admin
Password
AP Router Name Wireless AP SOHO Wireless LAN
AP Router IP Address 192.168.2.1
AP Router Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
10/100 Ethernet LAN IP 192.168.2.1
LAN MAC Address
10 Mbps Ethernet WAN
IP
WAN MAC Address
WAN DHCP Client Enabled After 20 sec. Go to blank
RF ESSID Wireless
RF Channel 6
RF Roaming Disabled
Encryption Disabled
DHCP Server Enabled
NAT Routing Enabled
Obtain from ISP via
DHCP
Can be manually
configure
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Web Management Settings
TURN ON POWER SUPPLY
Quick power cycle can caused system corruption. When power on, be careful not
to shut down in about 5 seconds, because data is writing to the flash.
START -UP & LOG IN
In order to configure the Wireless SOHO Router, you must use your web
browser and manually input 192.168.2.1 into the Address box and press Enter.
The Main Page will appear.
In order to configure the Wireless SOHO Router, you must input the
user-name into the User Name box. Enter the password into the Password box
and press the OK button. The default User Name is “admin”. There is no default
password, leave the Password field blank.
Once you have logged-in as administrator, it is a good idea to change the
administrator password to ensure a secure connection to the Wireless SOHO
Router. The Advanced Settings section described later in this manual describes
how to change the password.
Once you have input the correct password and logged-in, the screen will
change to the Main Page screen.
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MAKE CORRECT NETWORK SETTINGS OF YOUR COMPUTER
To change the configuration, use Internet Explorer (IE) or Netscape Communicator
to connect the WEB management 192.168.2.1.
SETUP WIZARD
Click SETUP WIZARD. Here allow user to configure basic network settings with
your ISP provider.
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DEVICE INFORMATION
The Device Name is the same as the Computer Name that was set in the
Setup Wizard.
The IP Address is the IP Address assigned to LAN side of your Router.
The Private LAN Mac Address the Mac Address assigned to the LAN side of
your Router.
The Public WAN (Cable/DSL) Mac Address is the Mac Address assigned to
the WAN port of the Router. This Mac Address may be used by some cable
modem connections.
The Firmware Version is the current firmware version used by the Router.
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DEVICE STATUS
The Device Status screen displays a graphical representation of your current
configuration. The left side of the screen shows your connection information in
regards to WAN and LAN IP Address information. The right side displays the
connection status of each device.
This means that there is a connection.
This means that there is not a connection.
The DHCP Log displays information about each IP Address assigned to a
computer using the DHCP server built-in to the Router.
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