Hawking Technology Wireless-G Router User Manual

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................... 3

Wireless Router Features............................................................................... 3

Package Contents ..........................................................................................5

Physical Details.............................................................................................. 7

INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................... 9

Requirements................................................................................................. 9

Procedure ...................................................................................................... 9

SETUP ................................................................................................................11

Overview......................................................................................................11

Configuration Program ................................................................................12

Setup Wizard...............................................................................................14

Configuration via Web ................................................................................. 19

PC CONFIGURATION...........................................................................................35

Overview......................................................................................................35

Windows Clients..........................................................................................35

Macintosh Clients.........................................................................................48

Linux Clients................................................................................................48

Other Unix Systems......................................................................................48

Wireless Station Configuration ....................................................................49

APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................50

Overview......................................................................................................50

General Problems........................................................................................50

Internet Access.............................................................................................50

Wireless Access ...........................................................................................51

APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS .................................................... 53

Modes .......................................................................................................... 53

BSS/ESS ......................................................................................................53

Channels......................................................................................................53

WEP .............................................................................................................54

Wireless LAN Configuration.........................................................................54

APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................55

Multi-Function Wireless Router.................................................................... 55

Wireless Interface ........................................................................................55

Regulatory Approvals...................................................................................56

Introduction

1

Introduction

This Chapter provides an overview of the Hawking Technologies’ Hi-Speed

Wireless-G Router's features and capabilities.

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Hi-Speed, 54Mbps, Hawking Technologies
Wireless-G Router. The Wireless-G Router is a multi-function device providing the
following services:

• Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.

• 4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.

• Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.

Wireless Router Features

The Wireless-G Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to
provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.

Internet Access Features

• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the

Internet through the Wireless Router, using only a single external IP Address. The
local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called
NAT (Network Address Translation).

• DSL & Cable Modem Support. The Wireless Router has a 10/100BaseT

Ethernet port for connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable
Modems are supported. SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia) login support is also
included.

• PPPoE, and PPTP. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP

over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Connec­tion" type services. Unnumbered IP with PPPoE is also supported.

• Fixed or Dynamic IP Address, the Wireless-G Router supports both Dynamic

IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.

Advanced Internet Functions

• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applica-

tions, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which
are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.

• Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connec-

tions or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and
open ports for whatever your application may be is supported.

• Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on

your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.

• DDNS Support. DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to

Virtual Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not
fixed.

• Multi-DMZ. For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, only one (1)

PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication
with Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run pro­grams which are incompatible with Firewalls.

• URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN

users.

• I nternet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.

• Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users

to different groups, and determine which Internet services are available to each
group.

• VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking)

software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configura­tion is required.

Wireless Features

• Standards Compliant. The Wireless Router complies with the IEEE802.11g

(DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.

• Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations. The 802.11g

standard provides for backward compatibility with the 802.11b standard, so both

802.11b and 802.11g Wireless stations can be used simultaneously.

• Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are

supported.

• WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key

sizes of 64 Bit and 128 Bit are supported.

• Wireless MAC Access Control. The Wireless Access Control feature can

check the the MAC address (hardware address) of Wireless stations to ensure that
only trusted Wireless Stations can access your LAN.

• Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be

changed quickly and easily.

LAN Features

• 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT

switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.

Introduction

• DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dy-

namic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Router can
act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.

• Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are

supported, using the Wireless Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support
and built-in static routing table.

Configuration & Management

• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for

configuration.

• Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration

data from the Wireless Router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-saved
configuration file to the Wireless-G Router.

• Remote Management. The Wireless-G Router can be managed from any PC

on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be con­figured via the Internet.

• Network Diagnostics. You can use the Wireless-G Router to perform a Ping or

DNS lookup.

• UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and

configuration of the Wireless Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or
later.

Security Features

• Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is

provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and
settings.

• Wireless LAN Security. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is supported, as well

as Wireless access control to prevent unknown wireless stations from accessing
your LAN.

• NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation)

technology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the loc a­tion and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there
is no network, only a single device - the Wireless Router.

• Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood

your Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so
much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable.
The Wireless Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.

Package Contents

The following items should be included:

• Hi-Speed Wireless-G Router Unit

• Power Adapter

• Quick Installation Guide

• One Ethernet Cable

• CD-ROM containing User’s Manual and Setup Wizard.

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immedi­ately.

Physical Details

Front-mounted LEDs

Power LED On - Power on.

Off - No power.

Introduction

Internet LED On - Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN

(Internet) port is established.

Off - No connection to the Broadband Modem.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.

WLAN LED On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready

for use.

Off - No Wireless connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless

access point. Data includes "network traffic" as well as user data.

LAN LEDs For each port, there are 2 LEDs

• Link/Act

• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.

• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub)

port.

• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the cor-
responding LAN (hub) port.

• 100

• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.

• Off - Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using

10BaseT, or no active connection.

Rear Panel

Figure 1: Rear Panel

Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here.
10/100BaseT

LAN port

Internet port
(10/100BaseT)

Reset Button This button has two (2) functions:

Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your
PCs to these ports.

If required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any LAN
port will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when neces­sary.

Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came
with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard
LAN cable.

• Reboot. When pressed within 3~5 seconds, the power
LED lights amber then released, the Wireless Router will re­boot (restart).

• Clear All Data . This button can also be used to clear ALL
data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.

To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:

1. After Power On.

2. Hold the Reset Button down.

3. Keep holding the Reset Button more than 5 seconds, until
the Amber LED has flashed.

4. Release the Reset Button. The Wireless Router is now
using the factory default va lues.

Installation

2

This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Router.

Requirements

• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 con-
nectors.

• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.

• For Internet Acces s, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or

Cable modem (for WAN port usage)

• To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the
IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.

Procedure

1. Choose an Installation Site

Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Router.
Ensure the Wireless Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.

For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless
Router should be positioned in a central location with mini­mum obstructions between the Wireless Router and the PCs.

Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points
should use different Channels to avoid interference.

2. Connect LAN Cables

Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wire­less Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.

If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN
cable. Any LAN port on the Wireless Router will automatically function as an "Up­link" port when required.

3. Connect WAN Cable

Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Wireless Router. Use the
cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a stan­dard cable.

4. Power Up

• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.

• Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Router and power up.

Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware
damage

5. Check the LEDs

• The Power LED should be ON.

• The Power LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.

• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the

PC is also ON.)

• The Internet LED should be ON.

• The WLAN LED should be ON

For more information, refer to Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.

Setup

3

This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Router.

Overview

This chapter describes the setup procedure for:

• Internet Access

• LAN configuration

• Wireless setup

• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.

PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC
Configuration.

Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of
the Wireless Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions
for the required functions.

To Do this: Refer to:

Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:

PC Configuration

Check Wireless Router operation and Status. Chapter 5:

Operation and Status

Use any of the following Advanced features:

• Access Control

• Dynamic DNS

• Advanced Internet (Special Applications, DMZ,

URL Filter)

• Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)

• WAN Port Setup

Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:

• Config File download/upload

• Logs

• Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)

• Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP, Firewall)

• PC Dat abase

• Remote Management

• Security settings

• Firmware Upgrade

Chapter 6:
Advanced Features

Chapter 7
Advanced Administration

Configuration Program -

The Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and
configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript.

The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:

• Netscape V4.08 or later

• Internet Explorer V4 or later

Mac Installation

• Mac OSX users may also follow these instructions for setup. (IE browser recom-
mended)

Preparation

Before attempting to configure the Wireless Router, please ensure that:

• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless Router. The PC and
the Wireless Router must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the Wire­less Router) or on the same LAN segment.

• The Wireless Router must be installed and powered ON.

• If the Wireless Router's default IP Address (192.168.1.254) is already used by

another device, the other device must be turned OFF until the Wireless Router is al­located a new IP Address during configuration.

Using UPnP

If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the Wireless Router will appear in
the system tray, notifying you that a new network device has been found, and offering to
create a new desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.

• Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the Wireless Router, you can accept
the desktop shortcut.

• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices
in My Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).

• Double - click the icon for the Wireless Router (either on the Desktop, or in My
Network Places ) to start the configuration. Refer to the following section Setup Wiz­ard for details of the initial configuration process.

Using your Web Browser

To establish a connection from your PC to the Wireless Router:

1. After installing the Wireless Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already
running, restart it.

2. Start your WEB browser.

3. In the Address box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the Wireless Router, as
in this example, which uses the Wireless Router's default IP Address:

HTTP://192.168.1.254

Because the default password is blank, you will not be prompted for a password. How­ever, you should assign a password. See the Password Setup section later in this
chapter for details.

Advanced Administration

If you can't connect

If the Wireless Router does not respond, check the following:

• The Wireless Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is
powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:

• Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.

• Enter the command:

ping 192.168. 1.254
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or
your PC's IP address is not compatible with the Wireless Router's IP
Address. (See next item.)

• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the
range 192.168. 1.1 to 192.168.1.253 to be compatible with the Wireless
Router's default IP Address of 192.168. 1.254. Also, the Network Mask
must be set to 255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for de­tails on checking your PC's TCP/IP settings.

• Ensure that your PC and the Wireless Router are on the same network
segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)

• Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface. The Wireless interface can
only be used if its configuration matches your PC's wireless settings.

Setup Wizard

The Setup Wizard provides brief and basic configuration of this device, you may enter
each screen to change the default settings. For more detailed settings, you may refer
to the “Configuration via Web” section.

1. View the listed configuration items and click Next to continue.

2. Configure Time Zone and NTP server by enabling NTP client update. Click Next to
continue.

3. Configure the parameters for area network (If you want to change the default parame­ter) by entering New IP Address and Subnet Mask.

Advanced Administration

4. Change the access method (Static IP, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP) by selecting for the
pull-down menu. Enter the appropriate/required information for your selection. (If you
do not know what to input in these fields please call your ISP for more information.
Click Next to continue.

5. Configure the parameters for wireless LAN clients. Check the Disable Access Point

to disable the settings of this screen and disable your wireless connection. Click
Next to continue.

6. To manage your wireless network security by selecting the encryption type (None,
WEP, WPA and WPA2) from the pull-down menu. Enter the required information for
your specific security setting selection. Note that all wireless devices within your
network must have the same settings in order for the network to function properly.
(WPA2 is an advanced security setting and may not yet be available with some net­working devices)

WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy

Advanced Administration

WEP is a basic wireless security setting. It is not full proof and may be hacked into by experi­enced hackers. For WEP there are two types of security keys 64-bit and 128-bit. The higher the
number the more secure. You will have to input the corresponding key (10 digit hex key) for 64­Bit and (28-digit hex key) for 128-Bit.

WPA WiFi Protected Access

WPA is a more advnaced standard of security. WPA2 is a newer version of WPA. WPA gives
you a choice of two encryption methods: TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) and AES
(Advanced Encryption System ). You simply enter in a passphrase which will be converted to a
valid encryption key that will be used throughout your system. Hawking recommends that
WPA be used within your network for tighter security.

Note that implementing encryption may have a slight negative effect on your network’s per­formance.

Common Connection Types

Cable Modems

Type Details ISP Data required

Dynamic
IP Address

Static (Fixed)
IP Address

Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.

Your ISP allocates a per­manent IP Address to you.

Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may

require you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.

IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require

you to us e a particular Host­name, Domain name, or MAC