Huawei WA1003A RUV100 Users Manual
Wireless ADSL Router
WA1003A-RU
User Manual
FCC Notices
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operations.
CAUTION: Change or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provid e reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment in to an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Basic Information of Product......................................1-1
1.1 Packing List........................................................................1-1
1.2 Appearance of WA1003A-RU............................................1-2
1.2.1 Front Panel Display.................................................1-2
1.2.2 Rear Panel Connections .........................................1-3
1.3 Features and Standards Compatibility and Compliance of
Product.....................................................................................1-4
1.3.1 Features of Product.................................................1-5
1.3.2 Standards Compatibility and Compliance...............1-8
Chapter 2 Installation....................................................................2-1
2.1 Before You Start.................................................................2-1
2.1.1 Installation Overview...............................................2-1
2.1.2 Installation Requirements........................................2-1
2.2 Choosing Installation Location...........................................2-8
2.3 Installing USB Driver........................................................2-10
2.4 Network Connections.......................................................2-11
2.4.1 Connect ADSL Line...............................................2-11
2.4.2 Connect WA1003A-RU to Ethernet.......................2-11
2.4.3 Hub or Switch to WA1003A-RU Connection.........2-12
2.4.4 Computer to WA1003A-RU Connection................2-12
2.5 Power on WA1003A-RU..................................................2-12
2.6 Factory Reset Button .......................................................2-13
Chapter 3 Configuring...................................................................3-1
3.1 WAN Configuration Summary............................................3-1
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3.2 Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer........................3-2
3.2.1 Configure Windows XP for DHCP...........................3-3
3.2.2 Configure Windows 2000 for DHCP........................3-7
3.2.3 Configure Windows ME for DHCP ..........................3-8
3.2.4 Configure Windows 95 and Windows 98 for DHCP3-8
3.2.5 Configure Windows NT 4.0 for DHCP.....................3-9
3.3 Login to Home Page..........................................................3-9
3.4 Configure the WA1003A-RU............................................3-11
3.4.2 Setup Menu...........................................................3-12
3.4.3 Wireless Settings...................................................3-14
3.4.4 Wireless Security...................................................3-15
3.4.5 Configure Connection 1 for PPPoA.......................3-21
3.5 Change the Connection Type..........................................3-24
3.5.1 Configure Connection 1 for PPPoE.......................3-24
3.5.2 Configure Connection 1 for Bridge........................3-27
3.5.3 Configure Connection 1 for Static IP for WAN......3-29
3.5.4 Configure Connection 1 for DHCP for WAN .........3-32
3.5.5 Configure Connection 1 for CLIP ..........................3-34
3.6 Create a New Connection................................................3-37
3.7 DHCP Configuration for LAN...........................................3-39
3.7.2 Enable DHCP Relay..............................................3-41
3.8 Management IP................................................................3-42
3.9 Save Configuration Changes...........................................3-43
3.10 Advanced WA1003A-RU Management .........................3-45
3.10.2 UPnP...................................................................3-45
3.10.3 LAN Clients..........................................................3-47
3.10.4 Port Forwarding...................................................3-49
3.10.5 Access Control ....................................................3-53
3.10.6 Advanced Security ..............................................3-56
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3.10.7 Bridge Filters .......................................................3-59
3.10.8 Multicast Pass-through........................................3-60
3.10.9 Static Routing......................................................3-61
3.10.10 Dynamic Routing...............................................3-62
3.11 Wireless Management...................................................3-63
3.12 Multiple Virtual Connections ..........................................3-64
3.13 Tools and Utility Menus..................................................3-65
3.13.2 User Management...............................................3-65
3.13.3 System Commands.............................................3-66
3.13.4 Remote Log.........................................................3-68
3.13.5 Update Gateway..................................................3-69
3.13.6 Ping Test .............................................................3-71
3.13.7 Modem Test.........................................................3-72
3.14 Status Menus.................................................................3-72
3.14.2 Network Statistics................................................3-73
3.14.3 Connection Status...............................................3-74
3.14.4 DHCP Clients ......................................................3-74
3.14.5 Modem Status .....................................................3-75
3.14.6 Product Information.............................................3-76
3.14.7 System Log..........................................................3-77
3.14.8 Help Menu...........................................................3-78
Chapter 4 Trouble Shooting.........................................................4-1
Chapter 5 Specifications...............................................................5-1
Chapter 6 Appendix.......................................................................6-1
6.1 Factory Default Settings.....................................................6-1
6.2 Abbreviations .....................................................................6-1
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Chapter 1 Basic
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Chapter 1 Basic Information of Product
1.1 Packing List
Open the shipping carton and carefully remove all items. Make
sure that you have the items listed here.
One WA1003A-RU
One screw-on antenna
One CD-ROM containing the User’s Guide and USB driver
One twisted-pair telephone cable used for ADSL connection
One straight-through Ethernet cable
One USB cable for USB connection
One AC power adapter suitable for your electric service
One User manual
One Quick Installation Guide
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1.2 Appearance of WA1003A-RU
1.2.1 Front Panel Display
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Figure 1-1 Front Panel
Place the WA1003A-RU in a locatio n that permits an easy view of
the LED indicators on the front panel.
The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, St atus,
ADSL Link/Act and LAN (1-4) Link/Act indicators. The ADSL and
Ethernet indicators monitor link status and activity (Link/Act).
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LED
indicators
Power
Steady green light indicates the unit is powered on. When the device
is powered off this remains dark.
Description
Lights steady green during power on self-test (POST). Once the
Status
connection status has been settled, the light will blink green. If the
indicator lights steady green after the POST, the system has failed
and the device should be rebooted.
ADSL:
Link/Act
WLAN
1 – 4:
Link/Act
USB:
Link/Act
Steady green light indicates a valid ADSL connection. This will light
after the ADSL negotiation process has been settled. A blinking green
light indicates activity on the WAN (ADSL) interface.
A solid green light indicates a valid link on startup. These lights blink
when there is activity currently passing through the Ethernet port.
Steady green light indicates a valid USB connection. A blinking green
light indicates activity on the USB interface.
1.2.2 Rear Panel Connections
All cable connections to the WA1003A-RU are made at the rear
panel. Connect the power adapter here to power on the W A1003A-RU.
Use the Reset button to restore the settings to the factory default
values in the next chapter for instructions on using the reset button).
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Figure 1-2 Rear panel
1.3 Features and Standards Compatibility and
Compliance of Product
The WA1003A-RU is designed to provide a simple, co st-effe ctive
and secure ADSL Internet connection for wired (Ethernet) and
wireless (802.11b) stations on your network. The WA1003A-RU
combines high-speed ADSL connection technology, TCP/IP routing
and 802.11b wireless connectivity in one compact unit.
The WA1003A-RU is easy to install and use. The WA1003A-RU
connects to an Ethernet LAN via a standard Ethernet 10BASE-T
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interface using RJ-45 connectors. The ADSL connection is made
using ordinary twisted-pair telephone line with standard RJ-11
connectors. This arrangement allows wired and wireless wo rkst atio ns
to share network resources and connect to the Internet using a single
WAN interface and IP address.
The WA1003A-RU supports transparent bridging or it can be
used for IP packet routing over the Internet. Cost saving features of
the WA1003A-RU such as NAT (Network Address Translator) and
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) improve efficiency and
security. The advanced security enhancements, packet filtering and
port redirection, can help protect your network from potentially
devastating intrusions by malicious agents outside your network.
All the 802.11b wireless settings for the WA1003A-RU are
entered on a single page in the web manager . Security for the wireless
interface comes in two forms, WEP Encryption and MAC Address
Control.
1.3.1 Features of Product
The WA1003A-RU utilizes the latest ADSL enhancements to
provide a reliable Internet portal suitable for most small to medium
sized offices. WA10 03A-RU advantages include:
• PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) Security – The WA1003A-RU
supports PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP
(Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) for PPP
connections.
• DHCP Support – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
automatically and dynamically assigns al LAN IP settings to each
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host on your network. This eliminates the need to reconfigure
every host whenever changes in network topology occur.
• Network Address Translation (NAT) –For small office
environments, the WA1003A-RU allows multiple users on the LAN
to access the Internet concurrently through a single Internet
account. This provides Internet access to everyone in the office for
the price of a single user.
NA T improves network security in effect by hiding the private
network behind one global and visible IP address. NAT address
mapping can also be used to link two IP domains via a
LAN-to-LAN connection.
• TCP/IP (Transfer Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) – The
WA1003A-RU supports TCP/IP protocol, the language used for
the Internet. It is compatible with access servers manufactured by
major vendors.
• RIP-1/RIP-2 – The WA1003A-RU supports both RIP-1 and RIP-2
exchanges with other routers. Using both versions lets the
WA1003A-RU to communicate with all RIP enabled devices.
• Static Routing – This allows you to select a data path to a
particular network destination that will remain in the routing table
and never “age out”. If you wish to define a specific route that will
always be used for data traffic from your LAN to a specific
destination within your LAN (for example to another router or a
server) or outside your network (to a ISP defined default gateway
for instance).
• Default Routing – This allows you to choose a default path for
incoming data packets for which the destination address is
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unknown. This is particularly useful when if the WA1003A-RU
functions as the sole connection to the Internet.
• ATM (Asynchronous Transfer Mode) – The WA1003A-RU
supports Bridged Ethernet over ATM (RFC1483), IP over ATM
(RFC1577) and PPP over ATM (RFC 2364).
• Precise ATM Traffic Shaping – Traffic shaping is a method of
controlling the flow rate of ATM data cells. This function helps to
establish the Quality of Service for ATM data transfer.
• G.hs (Auto-handshake) – This allows the WA1003A-RU to
automatically choose either the G.lite or G.dmt ADSL connection
standards.
• High Performance – Very high rates o f data transfer are possi ble
with the WA1003A-RU. Up to eight Mbps downstream bit rate
using the G.dmt.
• Full Network Management – The WA1003A-RU incorporates
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support for
web-based management and text-based network management
via an RS-232 or Telnet connection.
• Telnet Connection – The Telnet enables a network manager to
access the WA1003A-RU’s management software remotely.
• Easy Installation – The WA1003A-RU uses a web-based
graphical user interface program for convenient management
access and easy set up. Any common web browser software can
be used to manage the WA1003A-RU.
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1.3.2 Standards Compatibility and Compliance
The WA1003A-RU complies with or is compatible with the
following standards as recognized by their respective agencies.
• ITU G.992.2 (G.lite “Splitterless ADSL”) compliant
• ITU-T Rec. I.361 compliant
• RFC 791 Internet Protocol compliant
• RFC 792 UDP compliant
• RFC 826 Address Resolution Protocol compliant (ARP)
compliant
• RFC 1058 Routing Information Protocol (RIP) compliant
• RFC 1213 MIB II for IP compliant
• RFC 1334 PPP Authentication Protocol compliant
• RFC 1389 Routing Information Protocol 2 (RIP2) compliant
• RFC 1483 IP over AAL5/ Bridged Ethernet over AAL5 compliant
• RFC 1557 Classical IP over ATM (IPoA) compliant
• RFC 1661 Point to Point Protocol (PPP) compliant
• RFC 1877 Automatic IP assignment compliant
• RFC 1994 Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol
compliant
• Supports RFC 2131 and RFC 2132 DHCP functions including:
automatic assignment of IP address, use of subnet mask and
default gateway and provision of DNS server address for all
hosts
• RFC 2364 PPP over ATM compliant (PPPoA) compliant
• RFC 2516 PPP over Ethernet compliant (PPPoE) compliant
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• RFC 2684 Bridged/Routed Ethernet over ATM compliant
• IEEE 802.3 compliant
• IEEE 802.3u compliant
• IEEE 802.1d compliant
• IEEE 802.3x compliant
• Embedded web server support
• Supports Dynamic Learning
• Supports Static Routing
• Supports NAPT for up to 4096 connections
• Supports DHCP for up to 253 hot connections
• Supports IGMP
• Supports DVMRP
• Supports ATM Forum UNI 3.1/4.0
• Supports ATM VCC (Virtual Channel Circuit) for up to eight
sessions
• Supports TELNET and TFTP
• Supports back pressure for half-duplex
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Before You Start
Please read and make sure you understand all the prerequisites
for proper installation of your new WA1003A-RU. Have all the
necessary information and equipment on hand before beginning the
installation.
2.1.1 Installation Overview
The procedure to install the WA1003A-RU can be described in
general terms in the following steps:
1. Gather information and equipment needed to install the
device. Before you begin the actual installation make sure you
have all the necessary information and equipment.
2. Install the hardware, that is, connect the cables (Ethernet and
telephone) to the device and connect the power adapter.
3. Check the IP settings on your computer and change them if
necessary so the computer can access the web-based
software built into the WA1003A-RU.
4. Use the web-based management software to configure the
device to suit the requirements of your ADSL account.
2.1.2 Installation Requirements
In order to establish a connection to the Internet it will be
necessary to provide information to the WA1003A-RU that will be
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stored in its memory. For some users, only their account information
(Username and Password) is required. For others, various parameters
that control and define the Internet connection will be required. You
can print out the two pages below and use the tables to list this
information. This way you have a hard copy of all the information
needed to setup the WA1003A-RU. If it is nece ssary to reconfigure the
device, all the necessary information can be easily accessed. Be sure
to keep this information safe and private.
Low Pass Filters
Since ADSL and telephone services share the same copper
wiring to carry their respective signals, a filtering mechanism may be
necessary to avoid mutual interference. A low pass filter de vice can be
installed for each telephone that shares the line with the ADSL line.
These filters are easy to install passive devices that connect to the
ADSL device and/or telephone using standard telephone cable. Ask
your service provider for more information about the use of low pass
filters with your installation.
Operating Systems
The WA1003A-RU uses an HTML-based web interface for setup
and management. The web configuration manager may be accessed
using any operating system capable of running web browser sof tware,
including Windows 98 SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and
Windows XP.
Web Browser
Any common web browser can be used to configure the
WA1003A-RU using the web configuration management software.
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The program is designed to work best with more recently released
browsers such as Opera, Microsoft Internet Explorer® version 5.0,
Netscape Navigator® version 4.7, or later versions. The web browser
must have JavaScript enabled. JavaScript is enabled by default on
many browsers. Make sure JavaScript has not been disabled by other
software (such as virus protection or web user securit y packages) that
may be running on your computer.
Ethernet Port (NIC Adapter)
Any computer that uses the WA1003A-RU must be able to
connect to it through the Ethernet port on the WA1003A-RU. This
connection is an Ethernet connection and therefore requires that your
computer be equipped with an Ethernet port as well. Most notebook
computers are now sold with an Ethernet port already installed.
Likewise, most fully assembled desktop computers come with an
Ethernet NIC adapter as standard equipment. If your computer does
not have an Ethernet port, you must install an Ethernet NIC adapter
before you can use the WA1003A-RU. If you must install an adapter,
follow the installation instructions that come with the Ethernet NIC
adapter.
802.11b Wireless LAN Configuration
All the 802.11b wireless LAN settings may be configured on a
single page using the web-based manager. For basic wireless
communication you need to decide what channel to use and what
SSID to assign. These two settings must be the same for any wireless
workstations or other wireless access point that communi cate with the
WA1003A-RU through the wireless interface.
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Security for wireless communication can be accomplished in a
number of ways. The WA1003A-RU supports WEP encryption,
802.1X authentication, and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). Wireless
access can also be controlled by selecting MAC addresses that are
allowed to associate with the device. Please read the section on
Wireless Configuration.
Additional Software
It may be necessary to install software on your computer that
enables the computer to access the Internet. Additional sof tware must
be installed if you are using the device a simple bridge. For a bridged
connection, the information needed to make and maintain the Internet
connection is stored on another computer or gateway device, not in
the WA1003A-RU itself.
If your ADSL service is delivered through a PPPoE, PPPoA or
CLIP (IPoA) connection, the information needed to establish and
maintain the Internet connection can be stored i n the WA1003A -RU. In
this case, it is not necessary to install software on your computer. It
may however be necessary to change some settings in the device,
including account information used to identify and verify the
connection.
All connections to the Internet require a unique global IP addre ss.
For bridged connections, the global IP settings must reside in a
TCP/IP enabled device on the LAN side of the bridge, such a s a PC, a
server, a gate way device such as a router o r similar firewall ha rdware.
The IP address can be assigned in a number of ways. Your network
service provider will give you instructions about any additional
connection software or NIC configuration that may be required.
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About CLIP Connections (RFC 1577)
Classical IP over ATM (CLIP) connections may require global IP
settings for the device. Your service provider will give you IP settings
information if needed. Some CLIP connections function like
peer-to-peer connections and therefore do not require IP settings on
the WAN interface.
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Table 2-1 Information you will need from your ADSL service provider
This is the Username used to log on to your ADSL service
Username
provider’s network. It is commonly in the form −
user@isp.com. Your ADSL service provider uses this to
identify your account.
This is the Password used, in conjunction with the Username
Password
above, to log on to your ADSL service provider’s network.
This is used to verify the identity of your account.
This is the method your ADSL service provider uses to send
Connection
Protocol
and receive data between the Internet and your computer.
Your Modem supports the following connection protocols:
PPPoE, PPPoA, PPPoA with DHCP, Bridge, and CLIP
(IPoA).
ADSL uses various standardized modulation techniques to
transmit data over the allotted signal frequencies. Some
users may need to change the type of modulation used for
Modulation
Type
their service. The default DSL modulation (MMODE) used for
the WA1003A-RU automatically detects all types of ADSL
modulation. However, if you are instructed to specify the
modulation type used for the WA1003A-RU, you have three
alternatives: G.LITE, G.DMT and T1.413
Security
Protocol
VPI
VCI
This is the method your ADSL service provider will use to
verify your Username and Password when you log on to their
network. Your Modem supports the PAP and CHAP
protocols.
This is the Virtual Path Identifier (VPI). It is used in
conjunction with the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) below, to
identify the data path between your ADSL service provider’s
network and your computer.
This is the Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI). It is used in
conjunction with the VPI above to identify the data path
between your ADSL service provider’s network and your
computer.
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IP Address
(RADIUS server)
For 802.1X and WPA security.
Port For 802.1X and WPA security.
Secret For 802.1X and WPA security.
Table 2-2 Information you will need about your WA1003A-RU
This is the Username needed access the Modem’s
management interface. When you attempt to connect to the
Username
device through a web browser you will be prompted to enter
this Username. The default Username for the Modem is
admin. This may be changed by the user.
This is the Password you will be prompted to enter when you
Password
access the Modem’s management interface. The default
Password is admin. This may be changed by the user.
This is the IP address you will enter into the Address field of
your web browser to access the Modem’s configuration
LAN IP
addresses for
the
WA1003A-RU
graphical user interface (GUI) using a web browser. The
default IP address is 192.168.1.1 and it is referred to as the
“Management IP” address in this User’s Manual. This may be
changed to suit any IP address scheme the user desires. This
address will be the base IP address used for DHCP service on
the LAN when DHCP is enabled.
LAN Subnet
Mask for the
WA1003A-RU
This is the subnet mask used by the WA1003A-RU, and will
be used throughout your LAN. The default subnet mask is
255.0.0.0. This can be changed later.
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Table 2-3 Information you will need about your LAN or computer
If your computer has an Ethernet NIC, you can connect
the WA1003A-RU to this Ethernet port using an Ethernet
Ethernet NIC
USB port
DHCP Client
status
cable. You can also use the Ethernet port on the
WA1003A-RU to connect to other Ethernet devices,
such as a Wireless Access Point.
If your computer has an available USB port, you can
connect the WA1003A-RU to this USB port using a USB
cable
Your DSL-302T ADSL Modem is configured, by default,
to be a DHCP server. This means that it can assign an
IP address, subnet mask, and a default gateway
address to computers on your LAN. The default range of
IP addresses the DSL-302T will assign are from
192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254. Your computer (or
computers) needs to be configured to Obtain an IP
address automatically (that is, they need to be
configured as DHCP clients.)
It is recommended that your collect and record this information
here, or in some other secure place, in case you have to re-configure
your ADSL connection in the future.
Once you have the above information, you are ready to setup and
configure your WA1003A-RU.
2.2 Choosing Installation Location
The WA1003A-RU functions on three sepa rate networks: a wired
Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and a wired ADSL WAN. Placement of
the WA1003A-RU must take into account the fact that it is connected
to these three networks with three types of media. Ethernet cables
connect the WA1003A-RU to com puters and network d evices a nd the
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ADSL line connects it to a wall socket. In addition, the device must be
near an AC wall outlet for power. How to accommodate these wired
connections is often not a complicated matter. However, the added
dimension of wireless communication does complicate the decision of
WA1003A-RU placement.
Many environmental factors can affect the effective wireless
function of the WA1003A-RU. If this is your first time setting up a
wireless network device, read and consider the points listed below.
The access point can be placed on a shelf or desktop, ideally you
should be able to see the LED indicators on the front if you need to
view them for troubleshooting.
Designed to go up to 100 meters indoors and up to 300 meters
outdoors, Wireless LAN lets you access your network from anywhere
you want. However, the number of walls, ceilings, or other obj ects that
the wireless signals must pass through can limit signal range. Typical
ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF
noise in your home or business. To range and signal strength, use
these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings to a minimum:
The signal emitted from Wireless LAN devices can penetrate
through ceilings and walls. However, each wall or ceili ng can
reduce the range of Wireless LAN devices from 1 to 30M.
Position your wireless devices so that the number of walls or
ceilings obstructing the signal path is minimized.
2. Consider the direct line between access points and
workstations: A wall that is 0.5 meters thick, at a 45-degree
angle appears to be almost 1 meter thick. At a 2-degree angle,
it is over 14 meters thick. Be careful to position access points
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and client adapters so the signal can travel straight through
(90º angle) a wall or ceiling for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a difference: Buildings
constructed using metal framing or doors can reduce ef fective
range of the device. If possible, position wireless devices so
that their signal can pass through drywall or open doorways,
avoid positioning them so that their signal must pass through
metallic materials. Poured concrete walls are reinforced with
steel while cinderblock walls generally have little or no
structural steel.
4. Position the antennas for best reception. Play around with
the antenna position to see if signal strength improves. Some
adapters or access points allow the user to judge th e strength
of the signal.
5. Keep your product away (at least 1-2 meters) from
electrical devices:
Position wireless devices away from electrical devices that
generate RF noise such as microwave ovens, monitors,
electric motors, etc.
2.3 Installing USB Driver
You should install the USB driver into your PC before using USB
connection. To install the USB driver, you must execute
“WA1003A-RUDriver.exe” contained on the CD-ROM, which is
provided with the modem. During the installation, it doesn’t need any
interference from your side.
If you are using Windows XP/2000, a new “Local Area
Connection” will then be built for USB port.
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2.4 Network Connections
Network connections are provided through the ADSL port and the
four Ethernet ports on the back of the WA1003A-RU. See the Rear
Panel diagram above and the illustrations below for examples.
2.4.1 Connect ADSL Line
Use the ADSL cable incl uded with the W A1003A-RU t o connect it
to a telephone wall socket or receptacle. Plug one end of the cable into
the ADSL port (RJ-11 receptacle) on the rear panel of the
WA1003A-RU and insert the other end into the RJ-11 wall socket. If
you are using a low pass filter device, follow the instructions included
with the device or given to you by your service provider. The ADSL
connection represents the WAN interface, the connection to the
Internet. It is the physical link to the service provider’s network
backbone and ultimately to the Internet.
2.4.2 Connect WA1003A-RU to Ethernet
The WA1003A-RU may be connected to a single computer or
Ethernet device through the 10BASE-TX Ethernet port on the rear
panel. Any connection to an Ethernet concentrating device such as a
switch or hub must operate at a speed of 10/100 Mbps only. When
connecting the WA1003A-RU to any Ethernet device that is capable of
operating at speeds higher than 10Mbps, be sure that the device has
auto-negotiation (NWay) enabled for the connecting port.
Use standard twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. The
RJ-45 port on the WA1003A-RU is a crossed port (MDI-X). Follow
standard Ethernet guidelines when deciding what type of cable to use
to make this connection. When connecting the WA1003A-RU directly
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to a PC or server use a normal straight-through cable. You should use
a crossed cable when connecting the WA1003A-RU to a normal
(MDI-X) port on a switch or hub. Use a normal straight-through cable
when connecting it to an uplink (MDI-II) port on a hub or switch.
The rules governing Ethernet cable lengths apply to the LAN to
WA1003A-RU connection. Be su re that the cable connecting the LAN
to the WA1003A-RU does not exceed 100 meters.
2.4.3 Hub or Switch to WA1003A-RU Connection
Connect the WA1003A-RU to an uplink port (MDI-II) on an
Ethernet hub or switch with a straight-through cable.
If you wish to reserve the uplink port on the switch or hub for
another device, connect to any on the other MDI-X ports (1x, 2x, etc.)
with a crossed cable.
2.4.4 Computer to WA1003A-RU Connection
You can connect the WA1003A-RU directly to a 10/100BASE-TX
Ethernet adapter card (NIC) installed on a PC using the Ethernet
cable.
2.5 Power on WA1003A-RU
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Caution:
The WA1003A-RU must be used with the power adapter included with the device.
To power on the WA1003A-RU:
1. Insert the AC Power Adapter cord into the power receptacle
located on the rear panel of the WA1003A-RU and plug the
adapter into a suitable nearby power source.
2. You should see the Power LED indicator light up and remain lit.
The Status LED should light solid green and begin to blink after a
few seconds.
3. If the Ethernet port is connected to a working device, check the
Ethernet Link/Act LED indicators to make sure the connection is
valid. The WA1003A -RU will attempt to establish the ADSL
connection, if the ADSL line is connected and the W A1003A-RU is
properly configured this should light up after several seconds. If
this is the first time installing the device, some settings may need
to be changed before the WA1003A-RU can establish a
connection.
2.6 Factory Reset Button
The WA1003A-RU may be reset to the original factory default
settings by depressing the reset button for a few seconds while the
device is powered on. Use a ballpoint or paperclip to gently push do wn
the reset button. Remember that this will wipe out any settings stored
in flash memory including user account information and LAN IP
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settings. The factory default IP address of the WA1003A-RU is
192.168.1.1 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, the default
management Username is admin and the default Password is admin.
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Chapter 3 Configuring
The first time you setup the WA1003A-RU it is recommended that
you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making
sure that both the computer and the WA1003A-RU are not connected
to the LAN. Once the WAN connection is functioning properly, you
may continue to make changes to WA1003A-RU configuration
including IP settings and DHCP setu p. This chapter i s conce rned with
using your computer to configure the WAN connection and describes
the various menus used to configure and monitor the WA1003A-RU
including how to change IP settings and DHCP server setup.
3.1 WAN Configuration Summary
1. Connect to the WA1003A-RU To configure the WAN
connection used by the WA1003A-RU it is first necessary to
communicate with the WA1003A-RU thro ugh its management
interface, which is HTML-based and can be accessed using a
web browser. To access the management software your
computer must be able to “see” the WA1003A-RU. Your
computer can see the WA1003A-RU if it is in the same
“neighborhood” or subnet as the WA1003A-RU. This is
accomplished by making sure your computer has IP settings
that place it in the same subnet as the WA1003A-RU. The
easiest way to make sure your computer has the correct IP
settings is to configure it to use the DHCP server in the
WA1003A-RU. The next section describes how to change the
IP configuration for a computer running a Windows operating
system to be a DHCP client.
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2. Configure the WAN Connection Once your are able to
access the configuration software you can proceed to chang e
the settings required to establish the ADSL connection and
connect to the service provider’s network. There are different
methods used to establish the connection to the service
provider’s network and ultimately to the Internet. You should
know what Encapsulation and connection type you are
required to use for your ADSL service. It is also possible that
you must change the PVC settings used for the ADSL
connection. Your service provider should provide all the
information you need to configure the WAN co nnection.
3.2 Configuring IP Settings on Your Computer
In order to configure your system to receive IP settings from the
WA1003A-RU it must first have the TCP/IP protocol installed. If you
have an Ethernet port on your computer, it probably already has
TCP/IP protocol installed. If you are using Windows XP the TCP/IP is
enabled by default for standard installations. Below is an illustrated
example of how to configure a Windows XP system to automatically
obtain IP settings from the WA1003A-RU. Following this example is a
step-by-step description of the procedures used on the other Windows
operating systems to first check if the TCP/IP protocol has been
installed; if it is not, instructions are provided for installing it. Once the
protocol has been installed you can co nfigure the system to receive IP
settings from the WA1003A-RU.
For computers running non-Windows operating systems, follow
the instructions for your OS that configure the system to receive an IP
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