IOGear GNS1000 User Manual

BOSS™ (Broadband Office Storage Server)

a Network Server Appliance (NSA)

User Manual

Thank you for purchasing IOGEAR®'s BOSS™, one of the most advanced and reasonable network server replacements on the market. IOGEAR® only manufactures high quality connectivity devices so we are sure you will be satisfied with your purchase. IOGEAR® is dedicated to customer service and satisfaction, and wishes you the best with your new BOSS™ network server appliance.

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We hope you enjoy using your BOSS™ network server appliance, yet another first-rate connectivity solution from IOGEAR®.

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Table of Contents

Package Content and System Requirements Overview Features Benefits and Key Features

1. Pictorial Introduction

1.1 Front View

1.2 Back View

2. Installation

2.1 Hardware Installation

2.2 Check your Computer First

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2.3 Connecting to the Web-Based Manager

2.4 Web-Based Manager – Basic

3. Configuration Hierachy

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3.1 Overview of Configuration Menu

3.2 Power Management

4. Network Settings

4.1 DHCP Server

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4.2 IP Alias

4.3 Multiple NAT

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4.4 Route Settings

4.5 DDNS

5. FireWall Settings

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5.1 Virtual Server Settings

5.2 URL Filter Setup

5.3 IP Filter Setup

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5.4 Denial of Service

6. VPN Settings

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6.1 IP Sec Settings

6.2 PPTP Settings

7. User Management

7.1 Users

7.2 Group

8. NAS Management

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8.1 HD Initialization Wizard

8.2 Advanced

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8.3 File Sharing

9. System Management

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9.1 Administrator Settings

9.2 Event Report Settings

9.3 Firmware Update

9.4 Time Settings

9.5 SNMP

10. System Report

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10.1 System Information

10.2 System Log

10.3 URL Log

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10.4 DHCP Lease Report Care and Handling Troubleshootoing Technical Support Appendix

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Specification

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Radio and TV Interference Limited Warranty

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Package Content and System Requirements

This package contains:

• 1 Network Server Appliance

• 1 Power Adapter and Cable

• 1 Ethernet cable (CAT5)

• 1 User Manual

• 1 Quick Start Guide

• 1 Warranty/Registration Card

System Requirements:

Macintosh Users:

• Mac OS X (10.2) or greater

• Internet Explorer 5.2 or newer PC Users:

• Windows® 98SE, 2000, ME, XP

• Internet Explorer 6.0 or newer Other:

• Computer with web browser, preferably with the latest version of Internet Explorer

Overview

This chapter introduces the specifications, features, and benefits of the BOSS™ network server appliance. The Integrated server services such as a Network Address Translator (NAT), Virtual Private Network (VPN), SPI Firewall, and File Server make this one of the most sophisticated server appliances on the market today. The BOSS™ network server appliance allows a group of trusted computers and networks to connect quickly and safely. With the BOSS™ network server appliance, Network Administrators as well as home users can save time in establishing some of the most common services done on servers costing thousands of dollars.

Features

Connection Sharing

• Flexible Address Space for NAT service

• IP Alias

• Multiple NAT

Virtual Private Network

• 20 IPSec Tunnels Available

• PPTP Server / Client

Firewall

• SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection)

• Prevent Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks

• Packet/URL Filtering

• Access Control, Virtual Server

System Management

• Web-based Management for Configuring System

• Firmware Update via HTTP

• Reset To Factory Settings

• Event Alert and Logs

• Statistics of Network Flow

• System Information

Services

• DHCP Client/Server

• Proxy DNS

• RIP

Network

• Programmable Static Route

• Network Protocols Supported: PPPoE, TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, IP

PPP Authentication

• PAP, CHAP, MS CHAPv2

Real Time Clock

File Sharing

• Supports Common Internet File System(CIFS), Apple(AFP), NFS

User Management

• Local User Account Management

Power Management

• Support Mechanical Off/Soft Off/Sleeping/ Working System States

Benefits and Key Features

Virtual Private Network (VPN)

With Virtual Private Network, an enterprise can establish a dedicated tunnel among branch offices and/or mobile employees. All data is encr ypted and decrypted via the pre-defined dedicated tunnel. This prevents hackers from stealing private information in the public network. With this functionality, any sub-network can be grouped as though it is in the same network.

SPI Firewall

The BOSS™ network sever appliance provides a powerful firewall capable of preventing hackers from attacking the gateway or internal network, so many famous DoS attacks can be detected and prevented. Whenever an attack is detected, the system will alert the network manager/home user that an attack has occurred. The network administrator or home user can then inspect the log information to find the IP address that sent the packets.

Easy Installation

In order to facilitate use of the Network Server Appliance, the product comes with default settings that allow most network administrators to install it without any modifications. If the network manager needs to modify any of the settings, the Network Server Appliance provides an intuitive Web-based user interface to facilitate any changes.

High Performance

For encryption and decryption, the NSA uses a high-speed RISC processor for real-time results. The unit’s Ethernet ports suppor t 10/100Mbps transfer rates, enablery the system to route network packets quickly.

Benefits and Key Features

Auto Switching of Cable Type

Two types of cables, straight through and crossed-over, are used to connect Ethernet devices. In the past, network managers needed to maintain the two types of cables or customize them as needed. The BOSS™ uses new innovative technology that auto-detects which type of cable is being used and adjusts the ports accordingly. Ethernet devices thus can be connected together regardless of which type of cables are being used.

Network Attached Storage

Network Attached Storage (NAS) is the concept of simple shared storage on a network. NAS transfers data using industry standard file sharing protocols such as CIFS, AFP, NFS and FTP. Files can be shared simultaneously by clients regardless of the operating system they are using or the network server they are attached to. This solution provides convenient common storage resources.

Dynamic Domain Name Service (DNS)

Dynamic DNS allows anyone to reach your host by the name only. Dynamic DNS will map that name to your current IP address, which changes each time you dial your Internet service provider. With a URL that stays the same all the time regardless of the IP address your, options become almost as unlimited as a normal content provider like www.indiatimes.com or www.yahoo.com.

DMZ

DMZ is a host that provides a nonrestrictive zone between a company’s pr ivate network and the outside public network. It prevents outside users from getting direct access to a server that has company data. It acts as a

Benefits and Key Features

proxy server as well. Users of the public network outside the company can access only the DMZ host. The DMZ may typically also have the company’s Web pages so these could be served to the outside world. However, the DMZ provides access to no other company data. In the event that an outside user penetrated the DMZ host’s security, the web pages might be corrupted but no other company information would be exposed.

FTP Server

FTP is the most secure, quick, and reliable method of transferring files. The FTP ser ver allows you full control over who can login to the server appliance and to which to files the user can access or upload data.

Power Management

The power state of the system supports a mechanical off, soft off, sleep and working state. In the mechanical off state, there is no current consumption. As for the sleep and working state, the system functions as normal. However, whenever the system is idle, it will enter the sleep state to save power.

Pictorial Introduction

Front View

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System Activity LEDs

LEDs : Link/Activity LEDs for each Ethernet Port, Power LED, Packet Transmit/Receive LEDs

Hard Disk Activity Light Power Light

Back View

Pictorial Introduction

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Powe r Jack

Power Button

WAN port : 10/100 Mbps

WAN port MDI/MDIX switch

4 LAN ports : 10/100 Mbps Reset Button

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WAN Port

The WAN port is used to connect to an ADSL/Cable modem for linking to the Internet.

WAN MDI/MDIX Switch

The WAN MDI/MDIX switch (MDI= hub or modem side; MDIX= computer or server side) is used to adjust the cable connection of the W AN port. If the port is connected to a hub, you should mov e the switch to the “hub” side; if the port is connected to computer, you should move the switch to the computer side. As for the four LAN ports, there is no need to add additional switches for each cable connection. This is because the LAN ports suppor t auto MDI/MDIX.

LAN Ports

The LAN ports are used to connect to a PC, server, hub, switch or other network devices on the intranet.

Reset Button

If you forget your password and/or IP settings, you will not be able to access the BOSS™. You can use the Reset Button to restore the factory settings. To initiate a reset, you must hold the button for at least 5 seconds.

The primary default settings are listed in the Appendix.

Installation

This chapter will give you brief instructions on how to install the product. In section 2.1, we will configure the hardware part of the BOSS™ step by step. In section 2.2, we will check whether the IP address of your computer is assigned by DHCP. Once we complete the installation of the BOSS™ hardware and check your computer settings, we will use the web-based management to configure the BOSS™ to suit your network environment. In section 2.3, and 2.4, we will review all the software settings. We will configure it to gain access to the Internet. If you need additional help or advanced setting details, please refer to the remaining chapters.

2.1 Hardware Installation

Please follow the steps below to install hardware:

Locate the included Ethernet cable.

Connect one end of it to the DSL or cable modem or Ethernet reception and the other end to the WAN port on the BOSS™.

Locate another Ethernet cable. Connect one end of it to the computer or hub and the other end to one of the LAN ports on the BOSS™.

Tur n the DSL or cable modem on or Ethernet connection on. If there are more computers or hubs to be connected, please repeat step 2.

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Connect the included power adapter to the power socket on the BOSS™ and then plug the power

adapter into a wall outlet.

Tur n on the BOSS™. If the link LED of the WAN port is not ON, switch the WAN MDI/MDIX switch to the alternate setting. The hardware installation is now complete.

2.2 Check Your PC (Windows only)

Do not assign an IP address to your computer. Please check the following settings on your computer:

1. Please select sequentially: Start menu -> Settings -> Control panel -> Network connections -> Local Area Connection. Then a “Local Area Connection Status” window shows up. (Figure 2.2a)

2. Click the Properties button in Local Area Connection Status. Then the “Local Area Connection Properties” window appears (Figure 2.2b).

3. Select Internet protocol (TCP/IP) item and then click the Properties button. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” window appears (Figure 2.2c). Select the “Obtain an IP address automatically” radio button, then click the OK button.

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Figure 2.2a

Figure 2.2b

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Figure 2.2c

2.3 Connecting to the Web-Based Manager

Please follow these steps to connect to the webbased manager:

Open Internet Explorer on the computer that is

1. DIRECTLY connected to the BOSS™. Type “http://192.168.2.1” in the address field, then press the Enter key.

2. An authentication window shows up to prompt you to

type the username and the password.

3. Leave the username blank and type “admin” as a

password. (Figure 2.3a.)

4. Then press OK button. See also page 73.

5. The following window will appear once you have

successfully logged-in. (Figure 2.3b)

6. This is the main menu. From here you can access all

other areas to manage the BOSS™.

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Figure 2.3b

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2.4 Web-Based Manager – Basic Settings

Start to configure your network environment by clicking Basic Settings in the left menu. The Basic Settings page is shown as (Figure 2.4a).

Figure 2.4a

The Basic Settings page contains, Internal Network Interface, Domain Name Server, and External Network Interface. We describe these settings in detail

in the following sections. You must click the Apply button after you finish inputting the settings. You will see a rebooting window as Figure 2.4b. During the rebooting phase, do not turn off or unplug the BOSS™.

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Figure 2.4b

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How the Router Works

The router implements an IP-sharing feature. With only one physical IP address to access the Internet it is impossible for all computers within the home or office network to use the same IP address to gain access to the Internet at the same time. However, using the BOSS™, all computers within the home or office network can access to the Internet even with only one physical IP address. The router transforms one physical IP address into a range of virtual IP addresses. Each computer within the home or office network will get a virtual IP address to access to the Internet.

Internal Network Interface

The default settings are:

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According to the default settings, we will assign the LAN to network “192.168.2.1” You can add more detailed configurations later in section 4.1 DHCP Server settings.

For the Network Address Translation (NAT) application, the private network address should be set in the following address range reserved by the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA).

All BOSS™ default settings will appear within the window referenced on page 18. The settings should match those listed in the table below.

Within the Basic Settings window, you may choose another Server Appliance Name, Server Appliance IP Address, and LAN Netmask. Please enter any new information at this time. We recommend that you change the name only and keep the rest of the default settings.

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Class Address Range A Class 10.0.0.0/10.255.255.255 B Class 172.16.0.0/172.31.255.255 C Class 192.168.0.0/192.168.255.255

Domain Name Server

Your ISP may require a DNS (Domain Name Server) address. Please contact your ISP (cable or DSL provider) for the needed DNS addresses. Once obtained, please enter the information into the DNS section of the Basic Settings menu.

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External Network Interface

External network interface includes ADSL/PPPoE, DHCP Client and Fixed IP Address settings. You must choose one of three ways to configure the external network interface. They are illustrated as follows:

Example 1: If you are connecting through a fixed IP address from the ISP. (Cable modem users) Example 2: If you are connecting through a dynamic IP address from the ISP. (Cable modem users) Example 3: If you usually enter a username and password to access the Internet. (DSL users)

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