Hewlett Packard Enterprise WL602 User Manual

Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router

User Guide

WL-602

3CRWER300-73

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Part No. 10015880 Rev. AA

Published May 2008

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CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Naming Convention 7
Conventions 8
Feedback About This User Guide 9
Related Documentation 9

INTRODUCING THE ROUTER

Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router 11
Router Advantages 13
Package Contents 13
Minimum System and Component Requirements 14
Physical Features 14

INSTALLING THE ROUTER

Introduction 19

Safety Information 19

Positioning the Router 19

Using the Rubber Feet 20
Wall Mounting 20
Powering Up the Router 21
Connecting the Router 21

SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically 23

Windows 2000 23

Windows Vista 25

Windows XP 26

Macintosh 26

Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software 27
Disabling Web Proxy 27

RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD

Accessing the Setup Wizard 29

Wizard ­Change Password 32

Wizard ­Time and Time Zone 32

Wizard ­Connection Type 33

Setup Wizard - LAN Settings 40
Wizard - Wireless Setting 41
Wizard - Configuration Summary 42

CONFIGURING THE ROUTER

Navigating Through the Router Configuration screens 43

Main Menu 43

Welcome Screen 43

Status 43

LAN Settings 44

LAN Settings 44
DHCP Clients List 45

Wireless Settings 47

Configuration 48
Encryption 49
WPS 54
Connection Control 55
Client List 56
WMM 57
WDS 58
Advanced 59

Internet Settings 60

WAN 60
DNS 67
Clone MAC address 68

Firewall 69

SPI 69

Special Applications 73

Virtual Servers 74

DMZ 75

PC Privileges 76

Schedule Rule 78

URL Filter 79
Advanced 80

Security 80

VLAN 83

Static Routes 84

RIP 85

DDNS 87

SNMP 88

Syslog 89

Proxy ARP 90

QoS Settings 91
VPN 92
System Tools 96

Restart Router 96

Configuration 96

Upgrade 97

Time Zone 98

Ping 99

Traceroute 100

DNS Lookup 101
Status and Logs 102

Status 102

Routing Table 102

Logs 103

Traffic Statistics 103
Support/Feedback 104

Support 104

Feedback 104

TROUBLESHOOTING

Basic Connection Checks 105
Browsing to the Router Configuration Screens 105
Connecting to the Internet 106
Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 106
Wireless Networking 107
Recovering from Corrupted Software 109
Frequently Asked Questions 110

IP ADDRESSING

The Internet Protocol Suite 111
Managing the Router over the Network 111

IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 111

How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 113

DHCP Addressing 113
Static Addressing 113
Auto-IP Addressing 113

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router 115

Standards 116

SAFETY INFORMATION

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GLOSSARY

REGULATORY NOTICES

INDEX

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide describes how to install and configure the 3Com Wireless 11n
Cable/DSL Firewall Router (3CRWER300-73).

This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and
setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working
knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet Routers.

If a release note is shipped with the 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL
Firewall Router and contains information that differs from the
information in this guide, follow the information in the release note.

Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat
Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web
site:

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Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router

is referred to as the “Router”.

Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are referred to as Twisted
Pair Cables throughout this guide.

8 ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Conventions Ta bl e 1 and Tab l e 2 list conventions that are used throughout this guide.

Tab le 1 Notice Icons

Icon Notice Type Description

Information note Information that describes important features or

instructions.

Caution Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or

potential damage to an application, system, or device.

Warning Information that alerts you to potential personal

injury.

Tab le 2 Text Conventions

Convention Description

The words “enter”
and “type”

When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type
something, and then press Return or Enter. Do not press
Return or Enter when an instruction simply says “type.”

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names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example:

Press Ctrl+Alt+Del

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■ Denote a new term at the place where it is defined in the

text.

■ Identify menu names, menu commands, and software

button names. Examples:

From the Help menu, select Contents.

Click OK.

Feedback About This User Guide 9

Feedback About
This User Guide

Related
Documentation

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Appendix C

.

In addition to this guide, each Router document set includes one
Installation Guide. This guide contains the instructions you need to install
and configure your Router.

10 ABOUT THIS GUIDE

1

INTRODUCING THE ROUTER

Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com®. In the modern
business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial.
Computer networks have proved to be one of the fastest modes of
communication but, until recently, only large businesses could afford the
networking advantage.

Wireless 11n
Cable/DSL Firewall
Router

The 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router is designed to provide
a cost-effective means of sharing a single broadband Internet connection
amongst several wired and wireless computers. The Router also provides
protection in the form of an electronic “firewall” preventing anyone
outside of your network from seeing your files or damaging your
computers. The Router can also prevent your users from accessing Web
sites which you find unsuitable.

Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. In this network,

only one computer is connected to the Internet. This computer must
always be powered on for the other computers on the network to access
the Internet.

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Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router

When you use the Router in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your
connection to the Internet. Connections can be made directly to the
Router, or to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of
computers you can have in your network.

Figure 2 Example Network Using a Firewall Router

Router Advantages The advantages of the Router include:

■ Shared Internet connection for both wired and wireless computers

■ High speed 802.11n wireless networking

■ No need for a dedicated, “always on” computer serving as your

Internet connection

■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and

Macintosh computers

■ Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration

■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP)

■ Acts as a Virtual server to enable remote access to Web, FTP, and other

services on your network

■ Security — Firewall protection against Internet hacker attacks and

encryption to protect wireless network traffic

Package Contents The Router kit includes the following items:

Router Advantages 13

■ One 3Com Wireless 11n Cable/DSL Firewall Router

■ One power adapter for use with the Router

■ Four rubber feet

■ One Ethernet cable

■ One CD-ROM containing this User guide

■ Installation guide

■ Support and Safety sheet

■ Warranty sheet

■ Product range sheet

If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.

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Minimum System
and Component
Requirements

Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your
network be configured with at least the following:

■ A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP

networking protocols (for example Windows 2000/XP,/Vista, Unix,
Mac OS 8.5 or higher).

■ An Ethernet 10 Mbps or 10/100 Mbps NIC for each computer to be

connected to the four-port switch on your Router.

■ An 802.11b or 802.11g or 802.11n wireless NIC.

■ An active ADSL or Cable subscription and connection.

■ A Web browser that supports JavaScript, such as Netscape 4.7 or

higher, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher, or Mozilla 1.2.1 or higher.

Physical Features The front panel of the Router contains a series of indicator lights (LEDs)

that help describe the state of various networking and connection
operations.

Figure 3 Router - Front Panel

Physical Features 15

1 Alert LED

Amber

Fast flash during self test. If self test fails the LED will remain on.
Fast flash during software upgrade.
Fast flash for software reset to the factory defaults.
Fast flash for hardware reset to the factory defaults.
The LED is on for 2 seconds when the firewall detects a hacker attack.

2Cable/DSL

Blue

LED on indicates the physical connection is on.
Fast flash means WAN port traffic activity.

3 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED

Blue

If the LED is on it indicates that wireless networking is enabled. If the LED
is flashing, the link is OK and data is being transmitted or received. If the
LED is off, the Wireless LAN has been disabled in the Router, or there is a
problem. Refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

.

4 LAN Status LEDs (4 indicators)

Blue

If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of network
equipment is OK. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is being
transmitted or received. If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the
connected device is switched off, or there is a problem with the
connection (refer to Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

). The port will

automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex.

5 WPS LED

LED on indicates the WPS function is active.

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The rear panel (Figure 4) of the Router contains one WPS button, four
LAN ports, one WAN port, one WiFi LED, a reset button, and a power
adapter socket.

Figure 4 Router - Rear Panel

1 Wireless Antennae

The antennaes should be placed in a ‘V’ position when initially installed.

CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops.
Rotating the antennae further may cause damage.

2 WPS button

Press this button when making WPS setup.

3 Ethernet Ports (4 ports)

Using suitable RJ-45 cables, you can connect your Router to a computer,
or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for
example, a hub or a switch). These ports have an automatic MDI/MDIX
feature, which means either straight-through or a crossover cable can be
used.

4WAN Port

RJ-45 port used to connect the Router with Cable/DSL modem.

5 WiFi On/Off button

Use this button to turn on/turn off the wireless function.

Physical Features 17

6 Reset Button

If you want to reset your Router to factory default settings, or cannot
access the web management interface (for example, due to a lost
password), then you may use this button. Refer to Forgotten Password

and Reset to Factory Defaults on page 106 for further details.

7 Power Adapter Socket

Only use the power adapter that is supplied with this Router. Do not use
any other adapter.

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INSTALLING THE ROUTER

2

Introduction This chapter will guide you through a basic installation of the Router,

including:

■ Connecting the Router to the Internet.

■ Connecting the Router to your network.

■ Setting up your computers for networking with the Router.

Safety Information Please note the following:

Positioning the
Router

WARNING: Please read the Safety Information
before you start.

VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät einschalten.

AVERTISSEMENT: Veuillez lire attentivement la section Consignes

importantes de sécurité avant de mettre en route.

You should place the Router in a location that:

■ is conveniently located for connection to the telephone socket.

■ is centrally located to the wireless computers that will connect to the

Router. A suitable location might be on top of a high shelf or similar

furniture to optimize wireless connections to computers in both

horizontal and vertical directions, allowing wider coverage.

■ allows convenient connection to the computers that will be connected

to the four LAN ports on the rear panel, if desired.

■ allows easy viewing of the front panel LED indicator lights, and access

to the rear panel connectors, if necessary.

section in Appendix C