LevelOne FBR-1404TX User Manual
LevelOne
FBR-1404TX
Broadband VPN Gateway w/ 4-port Switch
User’s Manual
Version:1.1
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................1
LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway Features ............................................................... 1
Package Contents ..............................................................................................................3
Physical Details.................................................................................................................. 4
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION............................................................................................... 6
Requirements..................................................................................................................... 6
Procedure ........................................................................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 3 SETUP ................................................................................................................8
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 8
Configuration Program ....................................................................................................9
Setup Wizard ................................................................................................................... 11
LAN Screen......................................................................................................................14
Password Screen.............................................................................................................. 16
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION .................................................................................. 17
Overview ..........................................................................................................................17
Windows Clients.............................................................................................................. 17
Macintosh Clients............................................................................................................ 29
Linux Clients.................................................................................................................... 29
Other Unix Systems......................................................................................................... 29
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS ......................................................................... 30
Operation ......................................................................................................................... 30
Status Screen.................................................................................................................... 30
Connection Status - PPPoE ............................................................................................32
Connection Status - PPTP ..............................................................................................34
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond............................................................................ 35
Connection Details - SingTel RAS ................................................................................. 36
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address ......................................................... 38
CHAPTER 6 INTERNET FEATURES ................................................................................ 40
Overview ..........................................................................................................................40
WAN Port Configuration Screen................................................................................... 41
Advanced Internet Screen ..............................................................................................43
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) .......................................................................... 47
Virtual Servers.................................................................................................................49
Internet Options ..............................................................................................................51
CHAPTER 7 SECURITY CONFIGURATION................................................................... 52
Overview ..........................................................................................................................52
Access Control ................................................................................................................. 53
Firewall Rules ..................................................................................................................56
Logs................................................................................................................................... 60
Security Options .............................................................................................................. 62
Scheduling ........................................................................................................................ 64
Services............................................................................................................................. 65
CHAPTER 8 VPN ...................................................................................................................67
Overview ..........................................................................................................................67
Common VPN Situations................................................................................................ 69
VPN Policies..................................................................................................................... 71
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Certificates ....................................................................................................................... 80
CRLs................................................................................................................................. 84
VPN Status....................................................................................................................... 85
Examples .......................................................................................................................... 86
CHAPTER 9 OTHER FEATURES AND SETTINGS ...................................................... 104
Overview ........................................................................................................................104
PC Database................................................................................................................... 105
Remote Administration................................................................................................. 109
Routing ........................................................................................................................... 110
Upgrade Firmware........................................................................................................ 114
UPnP............................................................................................................................... 115
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. 116
Overview ........................................................................................................................116
General Problems.......................................................................................................... 116
Internet Access............................................................................................................... 116
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................... 118
LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway........................................................................... 118
FCC Statement ..............................................................................................................118
CE Marking Warning................................................................................................... 119
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway's features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway. The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway is a multi-function device providing the following services:
Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
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4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
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Figure 1: LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway
LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway Features
The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway, 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway has a
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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, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet (WAN
•
port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well as "Direct Connection" type
services.
Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the LevelOne
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Broadband VPN Gateway supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on
connection) and Fixed IP Address.
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Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, 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 connections or
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port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such
applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.
• Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your
LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.
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DMZ. 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.
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URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
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VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software
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using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway incorporates a 4-port
10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
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DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway
can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
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Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported,
via the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway '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 configu-
ration.
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Remote Management. The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway can be managed from
any PC on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be
configured via the Internet.
• UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con-
figuration of the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway. 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.
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NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation) tech-
nology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and
even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no network,
only a single device - the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incom-
•
ing server requests are filtered, thus protecting your network from malicious attacks from
external sources.
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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 LevelOne
Broadband VPN Gateway incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Rule-based Policy Firewall. To provide additional protection against malicious pack-
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ets, you can define your own firewall rules. This can also be used to control the Internet
services available to LAN users.
VPN Gateway Features
• IPSec.. Support for IPSec standards, including IKE and certificates.
5 Tunnels. Up to 5 VPN tunnels can be created.
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High performance. High performance encryption engine maintains high throughput
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even when using 3DES.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway Unit
• Power Adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM containing the on-line manual.
Introduction
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
Figure 2: Front Panel
Power
(Green)
Status
(Red)
LAN
WAN
(Green)
On - Power on.
Off - No power.
On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up.
For each port, there are 2 LEDs
• Link/Act (Green)
• 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 corre-
sponding LAN (hub) port.
• 100 (Yellow)
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
• Off - Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using
10BaseT, or no active connection.
On - Connection to the modem attached to the WAN (Internet) port is
established.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
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Rear Panel
Introduction
Figure 3: Rear Panel
Reset Button
WAN port
(10/100BaseT)
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
This button has two (2) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the LevelOne Broadband
VPN Gateway 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. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button down for five (5) seconds, until
the Red Status LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway is now using the factory default values.
Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a
cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to
these ports.
Note:
Any LAN port on the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway will
automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required. Just
connect any port to a normal port on the other hub, using a standard
LAN cable.
Power port
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the LevelOne Broadband
VPN Gateway.
Requirements
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable
modem (for WAN port usage)
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Ensure the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway and the DSL/Cable modem are powered
OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cables
• Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the LevelOne
Broadband VPN Gateway. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
• If required, you can connect any LAN port to another Hub. Any LAN port on the Leve-
lOne Broadband VPN Gateway will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when
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required. Just connect any LAN port to a normal port on the other hub, using a standard
LAN cable.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway. 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 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 Status 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 WAN LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
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
LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway operation and
Status.
Use any of the following Internet features:
• Advanced Internet Setup (Special Applications,
DMZ, URL filter)
• Dynamic DNS
• Virtual Servers
• Options (Backup DNS, MTU)
Change any of the following Security-related settings:
• Admin Login
• Access Control
• Firewall Rules
• Logs
• Security Options (TFTP, Firewall)
• Scheduling (used by Access Control)
• Services
Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Chapter 6:
Internet Features
Chapter 7:
Security Configuration
Understand the VPN capabilities, and the configuration
required for common situations.
Chapter 8:
VPN
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Configure or use any of the following:
• Config File backup/restore
• PC Database
• Remote Admin
• Routing (RIP and static Routing)
• Upgrade Firmware
• UPnP
Where use of a certain feature requires that
PCs or other LAN devices be configured, this
is also explained in the relevant chapter.
Chapter 9:
Other Features and Settings
Configuration Program
The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 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
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
The PC and the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway must be directly connected (using the
Hub ports on the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway) or on the same LAN segment.
• The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway must be installed and powered ON.
• If the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's default IP Address (192.168.0.1) is already
used by another device, the other device must be turned OFF until the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway is allocated a new IP Address during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway
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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway,
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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway (either on the Desk-
top, or in My Network Places) to start the configuration. Refer to the following section
Setup Wizard for details of the initial configuration process.
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Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway:
1. After installing the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway, as in this example, which uses the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's default
IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
If you can't connect
If the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway does not respond, check the following:
• The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway is properly installed, LAN connec-
tion 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 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your
PC's IP address is not compatible with the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway 's IP Address. (See next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range
192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the LevelOne Broadband
VPN Gateway 's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. 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 LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway are on the
same network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
4. You will be prompted for a username and password, as shown below.
Figure 5: Password Dialog
• Enter admin for the User Name, and leave the Password blank.
• Both the name and password can (and should) be changed, using the Admin Login screen.
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway, the Setup Wizard will
run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway's default setting are restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
• You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check
the data supplied by your ISP.
• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be
established.
3. If the connection test fails:
• Check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly.
• If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) address of
your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modem screen, use the "Clone MAC address" button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the LevelOne Broadband
VPN Gateway.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Usually, none.
However, some ISPs may
require you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
IP Address allocated to you,
mask and gateway (if provided),
and DNS address.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or MAC
(physical) address.
None.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
IP Address allocated to you,
mask and gateway (if provided),
and DNS address.
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PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automatically.
PPTP Mainly used in Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automatically, but may be Static
(Fixed).
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
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.
User name and password.
• PPTP Server IP Address.
• User name and password.
• IP Address allocated to
you, if Static (Fixed).
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,
mask and gateway (if provided),
and DNS address.
Big Pond Cable (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• Big Pond Server IP address
SingTel RAS
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• RAS Plan
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Setup
Home Screen
After finishing or exiting the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect
in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 6: Home Screen
Navigation & Data Input
• Use the menu bar on the top of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser, for
navigation.
• Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes you may
have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
display help for that screen.
From any help screen, you can access the list of all
help files (help index).
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LAN Screen
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown
below.
Figure 7: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
DHCP Server
IP address for the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway, as seen from
the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in
use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter
case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by your
LAN.
The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")
networks. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN
segment to which the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway is attached
(the same value as the PCs on that LAN segment).
• If Enabled, the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway will allocate
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
IP Addresses to PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start
up. The default (and recommended) value is Enabled.
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to
treat the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway as the default Gateway. See the following section for further details.
used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients
supported.
Buttons
Save
Cancel
Save the data on screen.
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload
the file from the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
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DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a
DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request.
• The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).
• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as
allocating an IP Address.
• The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway can act as a DHCP server.
• Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP
client. This is the default Windows setting for the TCP/IP network protocol. However,
Windows uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of "DHCP Client".
• You must NOT have two (2) or more DHCP Servers on the same LAN segment. (If your
LAN does not have other Routers, this means there must only be one (1) DHCP Server on
your LAN.)
Using the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's DHCP Server
This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On this screen,
you can:
• Enable or Disable the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's DHCP Server function.
• Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function.
You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices
while using DHCP, provided that the Fixed IP Addresses
are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.
Using another DHCP Server
You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another DHCP
Server, rather than the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's, the following procedure is
required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway. This setting
is on the LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's IP
Address as the Default Gateway.
To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 95/98/ME.
See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Password Screen
The Admin Login screen allows you to assign a user name and password to the LevelOne
Broadband VPN Gateway.
Figure 8: Password Screen
1. The default login name is "admin". Change this to the desired value.
2. The default password is blank (no password). Enter the desired password in the New
Password and Verify Password fields.
3. Save your changes.
You will see a login prompt when you connect to the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway, as
shown below.
Figure 9: Password Dialog
Enter the "User Name" and "Password" you set on the Admin Login screen above.
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Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal")
LAN.
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Internet Access configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the LevelOne
Broadband VPN Gateway.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions,
so it is essential that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC.
TCP/IP Settings - Overview
If using the default LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway settings, and the
default Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway will act as a DHCP Server, automati-
cally providing a suitable IP Address (and related information) to each PC when the PC
boots.
• For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a DHCP
client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are required:
• The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway
• The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Administrator must reconfigure the Router itself. Refer to Chapter 8 - Other
Features and Operations for details.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME:
1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 10: Network Configuration
2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
Figure 11: IP Address (Win 95)
Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows:
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Using "Specify an IP Address"
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes:
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PC Configuration
• On the Gateway tab, enter the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's IP address in the
New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise
you of the IP Address they assigned to the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Figure 12: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98)
• On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If the DNS Server Search
Order list is empty, enter the DNS address provided by your ISP in the fields beside the
Add button, then click Add.
Figure 13: DNS Tab (Win 95/98)
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0
1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as
shown below.
Figure 14: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP
2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
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Figure 15: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address
3. Select the network card for your LAN.
4. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify
an IP Address, as explained below.
Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server
This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne
Broadband VPN Gateway will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Specify an IP Address
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway. To set this:
• Click the Advanced button on the screen above.
• On the following screen, click the Add button in the Gateways panel, and enter the
LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's IP address, as shown in Figure 16 below.
• If necessary, use the Up button to make the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway the
first entry in the Gateways list.
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Figure 16 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway
2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows:
• Click the DNS tab.
• On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search
Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.
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Figure 17: Windows NT4.0 - DNS
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000:
1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection.
2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a
screen like the following:
Figure 18: Network Configuration (Win 2000)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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Figure 19: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
• Enter the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's IP address in the Default gateway field
and click OK. (Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to
the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.)
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP
1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection.
2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen
like the following:
Figure 20: Network Configuration (Windows XP)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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Figure 21: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default
Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the LevelOne Broadband VPN
Gateway will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the
following changes.
• In the Default gateway field, enter the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway 's IP address
and click OK. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to
the LevelOne Broadband VPN Gateway.
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and
enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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