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LevelOne
Broadband Routers
FBR-1100TX
FBR-1400TX
FBR-1401TX
FBR-1700TX
User's Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 1
Features of your LevelOne Broadband Router............................................................................1
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................. 4
FBR-1100TX ..................................................................................................................................... 4
FBR-1400TX ..................................................................................................................................... 8
FBR-1401TX ...................................................................................................................................10
FBR-1700TX ...................................................................................................................................12
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................15
Requirements ..................................................................................................................................15
Installation Procedure - FBR-1100TX .......................................................................................15
Installation Procedure - FBR-1400TX .......................................................................................16
Installation Procedure - FBR-1401TX .......................................................................................18
Installation Procedure - FBR-1700TX .......................................................................................19
CHAPTER 3 SETUP................................................................................................................................21
Overview...........................................................................................................................................21
Configuration Program.................................................................................................................22
Setup Wizard...................................................................................................................................24
LAN Screen .....................................................................................................................................26
Password Screen.............................................................................................................................28
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION...................................................................................................29
Overview...........................................................................................................................................29
Windows Clients .............................................................................................................................29
Printer Setup for Windows ...........................................................................................................41
Macintosh Clients...........................................................................................................................47
Linux Clients ...................................................................................................................................48
Other Unix Systems .......................................................................................................................49
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS .........................................................................................50
Operation..........................................................................................................................................50
Status Screen ..................................................................................................................................50
Connection Status - PPPoE...........................................................................................................53
Connection Status - PPTP.............................................................................................................55
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address......................................................................57
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES ...............................................................................................59
Overview...........................................................................................................................................59
Advanced Internet Screen .............................................................................................................59
Conferencing & Telephony...........................................................................................................60
Special Applications .......................................................................................................................61
DMZ...................................................................................................................................................63
URL Filter ........................................................................................................................................63
Virtual Servers ...............................................................................................................................65
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)........................................................................................68
Remote Management......................................................................................................................70
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION .................................................................................71
Overview...........................................................................................................................................71
PC Database Screen.......................................................................................................................72
Options..............................................................................................................................................74
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Printer Port.....................................................................................................................................76
MAC Address ..................................................................................................................................77
Routing .............................................................................................................................................78
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................82
Overview...........................................................................................................................................82
General Problems ...........................................................................................................................82
Internet Access ...............................................................................................................................82
Printing ............................................................................................................................................8 3
APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................86
FBR-1100TX ...................................................................................................................................86
FBR-1400TX ...................................................................................................................................87
FBR-1401TX ...................................................................................................................................88
FBR-1700TX ...................................................................................................................................89
P/N: 9560DT00A0
Copyright 2002. All Rights Reserved.
Document Version: 1.0
All trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners.
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Chapter 1
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Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the LevelOne Broadband Router's features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new LevelOne Broadband Router. The LevelOne
Broadband Router is a multi-function device providing the following services:
Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
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Network Printer - LAN users can share the printer attached to the LevelOne Broadband
Router (For LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN Port, Printer Server and LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 7 LAN Port only)
10/100BaseT LAN
ADSL/Cable
Modem
Bro a dba nd
R out e r
Figure 1: LevelOne Broadband Router
Internet
Features of your LevelOne Broadband Router
This manual covers 4 models:
• FBR-1100TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 1 LAN Port.
• FBR-1400TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN Ports.
• FBR-1401TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN Ports, Printer Server.
• FBR-1700TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 7 LAN Ports, Printer Server.
Apart from the physical differences, the features and capabilities of the 4 models are identical.
Your LevelOne Broadband Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to
provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN can access the Internet through the
LevelOne Broadband Router, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP
Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address
Translation).
DSL & Cable Modem Support. The LevelOne Broadband Router has a 10BaseT
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Ethernet port for connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable Modems
are supported.
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• PPPoE and PPTP Support. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Connection" type services.
Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Leve-
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lOne Broadband Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on
connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Conferencing & Telephony Applications. Internet Telephony and Conferencing
applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported.
• Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or
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
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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.
URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
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Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
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VPN Support. VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec are
transparently supported - no configuration is required.
LAN Features
• LAN Ports. Different models are available to cater for your particular needs.
The FBR-1100TX has a single 10/100BaseT LAN connection, the FBR-1400TX and FBR1401TX incorporate a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching hub, while the FBR-1700TX incorpo rates a 7-port 10/100BaseT switching hub.
DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
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address to PCs and other devices upon request. The LevelOne Broadband Router can act
as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN.
Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported,
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via the LevelOne Broadband Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and
built-in static routing table.
Network Printer
The FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX include a parallel printer port, providing the follo wing
features:
Shared Printer (Network Printer). A printer connected to the LevelOne Broadband
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Router's parallel port can be shared by all PCs on the LAN.
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Multiple OS Support. Clients may use any of the following operating systems:
• Windows 95/98/ME
• Windows NT 4.0, 2000, or XP.
• Unix
Multi-protocol Support. The following printing methods are supported:
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• Windows peer-to-peer printing over TCP/IP, using the supplied port driver.
• Windows LPD printing, using a Windows Server running NT 4.0 or Windows 2000
Server. In this situation, no software needs to be installed on the client PCs.
• Unix LPD printing. No additional software needs to be installed.
Configuration & Management
• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN for configuration.
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Remote Management. The LevelOne Broadband Router can be managed from any PC
on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured
via the Internet.
UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con-
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figuration of the LevelOne Broadband Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP,
or later.
Security Features
• Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is provided to
prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.
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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 Router.
Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incom-
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ing server requests are filtered, thus protecting your network from malicious attacks from
external sources.
Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your
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Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The LevelOne
Broadband Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
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Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• The LevelOne Broadband Router Unit
• Power Adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM containing the on-line manual and Print Port Driver for Windows
The Print Port Driver for Windows is provided only for
the FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX.
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
FBR-1100TX
LEDs - FBR-1100TX
There are 2 LEDs on the top of the unit. The "DATA STATUS LAN" LED has 2 colors - Green
and Orange. Operation of these LEDs is as follows:
DATA STATUS LAN
(Green/Orange)
DATA WAN
(Green)
On (Orange) - The Status (Orange) LED is ON briefly during the
normal start up/power on sequence. If the Status (Orange) LED
is ON continuously, this indicates a hardware error.
On (Green) - The Data (Green) LED is ON whenever a LAN
connection is established.
Flashing :
• Flashing (Green) - The Data LED will flash when data is
transmitted or received through the LAN port.
• Flashing (Orange, Green, Orange,…) - Hardware error.
Contact your dealer for technical support.
On - Normal - connection to Broadband modem established.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received through the
WAN port.
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Figure 2: Components - FBR-1100TX
Introduction
LED Link Indicator
1
(WAN Port)
WAN port
2
(10BaseT)
LAN port
3
(Auto-sensing
10/100BaseT)
LED Link Indicator
4
(LAN Port)
Reset Button This button has 2 functions:
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On - WAN connection (to broadband modem) is established.
Off - No WAN connection (to broadband modem)
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the
WAN port.
Connect the 10BaseT cabling (RJ45 connector) for the
External LAN, WAN, or DSL/Cable Modem here.
Connect the LAN cable (RJ45 connectors) from this port to a
10BaseT or 100BaseT hub.
On - LAN connection is using 10BaseT.
Off - No LAN connection.
Flashing - data is being transmitted or received via the LAN
port
• When pressed and released, the Broadband Router will
reboot (restart).
• This button can also be used to clear ALL data and
restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until
the RED LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The Broadband Router is now
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using the factory default values.
Power port (12V) Connect the power adapter here.
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WAN Data
7
LED
LAN Data/Status LED During normal operation, this will flash in Green. Orange
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DIP switches
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This will flash during normal operation, when data is transmitted or received through the WAN port.
indicates an error. See the following LED Table for more
information.
Refer to the following table.
DIP switches
DIP Switch Setting Description
1=off
2=off
1=off
2=on
1=on
2=off
Normal Operation.
DHCP Server function disabled.
Used to restore Default IP Address
and clear Password (See below).
1=on
2=on
Normal Operation.
Restore Default IP Address and Clear Password
If the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP Address or password is lost, the following procedure
can be used to recover from this situation.
1. Turn the power to the LevelOne Broadband Router OFF.
2. Set DIP switch 1 ON.
3. Turn the power to the LevelOne Broadband Router ON.
4. Operate DIP switch 1 in the following sequence (you have 15 seconds to complete the
sequence):
• OFF
• ON
• OFF
5. The LevelOne Broadband Router will now reset, and the Red Status LED flash. The following changes will have been made. (Other configuration data is unchanged.)
• IP Address set to its default value of 192.168.0.1
• Network Mask set to 255.255.255.0
• DHCP Server is enabled, and will allocate IP Addresses in the range 192.168.0.2 to
192.168.0.51.
• The password cleared (no password).
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You can now connect to the LevelOne Broadband Router and make any configuration changes
required
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FBR-1400TX
LEDs - FBR-1400TX
Power On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Status (Red) On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up.
LAN:
Link/Act
LAN: 100 On - LAN connection is using 100BaseT.
WAN On - WAN connection is established.
On - LAN connection is using 10BaseT.
Off - No 10BaseT LAN connection.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN port.
Off - No 100BaseT LAN connection.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN port.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
Components - FBR-1400TX
Figure 3: Rear Panel - FBR-1400TX
Reset Button This button has three (3) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the LevelOne Broadband
Router will reboot (restart).
• Diagnostic print-out. If held down for 3 seconds, a diagnostic
print-out will be sent to the attached printer.
• Ensure the printer is ready.
• Both Print LEDs will flash simultaneously during the diag-
nostic printing.
• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data
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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 for a few seconds, until the RED
LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The LevelOne Broadband Router is
now using the factory default values.
WAN port
(10BaseT)
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
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 Router 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 (12V) Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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FBR-1401TX
LEDs - FBR-1401TX
Power On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Status (Red) On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up.
LAN:
Link/Act
LAN: 100 On - LAN connection is using 100BaseT.
WAN On - WAN connection is established.
Print Act On - Connection to printer established.
Print Err On - Printer error detected.
On - LAN connection is using 10BaseT.
Off - No 10BaseT LAN connection.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN port.
Off - No 100BaseT LAN connection.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the LAN port.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
Off - No connection to printer; printer is Off or Off-line.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted to the printer.
Off - No printer error detected.
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Components - FBR-1401TX
Figure 4: Rear Panel - FBR-1401TX
Reset Button This button has three (3) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the LevelOne Broadband
Router will reboot (restart).
• Diagnostic print-out. If held down for 3 seconds, a diagnostic
print-out will be sent to the attached printer.
• Ensure the printer is ready.
• Both Print LEDs will flash simultaneously during the diag-
nostic printing.
• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data
and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
Introduction
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 for a few seconds, until the RED
LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The LevelOne Broadband Router is
now using the factory default values.
WAN port
(10BaseT)
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
Power port (12V) Connect the supplied power adapter here.
Printer Port Standard parallel printer port. If you wish to share a printer, connect it
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 Router 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.
here.
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FBR-1700TX
LEDs - FBR-1700TX
Power ON - power on
OFF - no power
Status (Red) ON indicates an error condition.
Blinking - during start up, this LED will blink.
WAN: Link ON - WAN connection is established.
OFF - no WAN connection.
WAN: Act Flashing - data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
OFF - no data is being transferred.
LAN:
10M/Act
100M/Act
LAN:
Half/Full
Duplex
Print Error ON - Printer error detected.
Print Act OFF - no connection to printer.
There are 7 LEDs - one for each LAN port, and each LED could be OFF,
Yellow, or Green.
• OFF - No LAN connection on this port.
• Yellow - 10BaseT connection.
• Green - 100BaseT connection.
Flashing - Each LED will flash when data is transmitted or received on the
corresponding port.
ON - indicates the LAN connection is using Full Duplex.
OFF - indicates the LAN connection (if any) is using Half Duplex.
Flashing - indicates packet collisions in Half-Duplex mode. It is normal to
have occasional collisions.
OFF - No printer error detected.
ON - Connection to printer established.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted to the printer.
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Figure 5: Rear Panel - FBR-1700TX
Power port (9V) Connect the supplied power adapter here.
Uplink Port Use the "Uplink" port ONLY to connect to a normal port on
another hub.
If the "Uplink" port is used, port 7 can not be used.
Introduction
10/100BaseT
LAN connectors
(Switching hub ports)
WAN port
(10BaseT)
Reset Button This button has three (3) functions:
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect this port
to your PCs. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be
used simultaneously.
If port 7 is used, the "Uplink" port can NOT be used.
Connect the ADSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came
with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard
LAN cable.
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the Broadband Router
will reboot (restart).
• Diagnostic print-out. If held down for 3 seconds, a diagnos-
tic print-out will be sent to the attached printer.
• Ensure the printer is ready.
• Both Print LEDs will flash simultaneously during the d i-
agnostic printing.
• 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:
• Power Off
• Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
• Continue holding the Reset Button until the Status (Red) LED
blinks TWICE.
• Release the Reset Button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored, and
the Broadband Router is ready for use.
DIP switches Refer to the following table.
Printer Port Standard parallel printer port. If you wish to share a printer,
connect it here.
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DIP Switches
DIP Switch Setting Description
1=off
2=off
1=off
2=on
1=on
2=off
1=on
2=on
Normal Operation.
DHCP Server function disabled.
Used to restore Default IP Address
and clear Password (See below).
Normal Operation.
Restore Default IP Address and Clear Password
If the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP Address or password is lost, the following procedure
can be used to recover from this situation.
1. Turn the power to the LevelOne Broadband Router OFF.
2. Set DIP switch 1 ON.
3. Turn the power to the LevelOne Broadband Router ON.
4. Opera te DIP switch 1 in the following sequence (you have 15 seconds to complete the
sequence):
• OFF
• ON
• OFF
5. The LevelOne Broadband Router will now reset, and the Red Status LED flash. The following changes will have been made. (Other configuration data is unchanged.)
• IP Address set to its default value of 192.168.0.1
• Network Mask set to 255.255.255.0
• DHCP Server is enabled, and will allocate IP Addresses in the range 192.168.0.2 to
192.168.0.51.
• The password cleared (no password).
6. You can now connect to the LevelOne Broadband Router and make any configuration
changes required
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Chapter 2
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Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the LevelOne Broadband
Router.
Requirements
• Network cable - standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cable with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• DSL or Cable modem, and an Internet Access account with an ISP, for shared Internet
access.
Installation Procedure - FBR-1100TX
Figure 6: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Ensure the LevelOne Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Connect a standard LAN cable from a 10BaseT or 100BaseT Hub on your LAN to the
"LAN" port on the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.
4. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the LevelOne Broadband Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage
5. Check the LEDs
• When the LevelOne Broadband Router is powered On, the Data/Status LED should flash
Orange, then turn Green. If it stays Orange, or flashes Orange/Green, there is a hardware
problem.
• The WAN Data LED (on the top) should be ON.
• The LAN Link LED (beside the LAN connection) should be ON.
• The WAN Link LED (beside the WAN connection) should be ON.
For more information, refer to LEDs - FBR-1100TX in Chapter 1.
Installation Procedure - FBR-1400TX
Figure 7: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Ensure the LevelOne Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
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2. Connect LAN Cable
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the LevelOne
Broadband Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable.
Any LAN port on the LevelOne Broadband Router will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Connect WAN Cable
If you have a DSL modem or Cable modem, connect it to the WAN port on the LevelOne
Broadband Router. Use the cable supplied with your modem. If no cable was supplied, use
a standard LAN cable.
4. Power Up
Connect the supplied power adapter and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided.
5. Check the LEDs
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.
• The Power LED should be ON.
• One (1) of the LAN LEDs (10 or 100) should be ON.
• The WAN LED should be ON.
Installation
For more information, refer to LEDs - FBR-1400TX in Chapter 1.
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Installation Procedure - FBR-1401TX
Figure 8: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Ensure the LevelOne Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cable
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the LevelOne
Broadband Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable.
Any LAN port on the LevelOne Broadband Router will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Connect WAN Cable
If you have a DSL modem or Cable modem, connect it to the WAN port on the LevelOne
Broadband Router. Use the cable supplied with your modem. If no cable was supplied, use
a standard LAN cable.
4. Connect Printer Cable
Use a standard parallel printer cable to connect your printer to the Printer port on the LevelOne Broadband Router.
5. Power Up
Connect the supplied power adapter and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided.
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6. Check the LEDs
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.
• The Power LED should be ON.
• One (1) of the LAN LEDs (10 or 100) should be ON.
• The WAN LED should be ON.
• If the printer is On and On-line, the Print Act LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to LEDs - FBR-1401TX in Chapter 1.
Installation Procedure - FBR-1700TX
Installation
Figure 9: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Ensure the LevelOne Broadband Router 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 Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
• If required, use a standard LAN cable to connect the "Uplink" port to a standard port on
another hub.
Note: The "Uplink" port and port 7 can NOT be used simultaneously.
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3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.
4. Connect Printer Cable
Use a standard parallel printer cable to connect your printer to the Printer port on the LevelOne Broadband Router.
5. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Power on the Printer.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the LevelOne Broadband Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage
6. Check the LEDs
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays On, there is a hardware error.
• The Power and WAN Link LEDs should be ON.
• For each active LAN (PC) connection, the corresponding LED should be ON. (Yellow
indicates 10BaseT, Green indicates 100BaseT.)
• If the printer is On and On-line, the Print Act LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to LEDs - FBR-1700TX in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.
PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration.
Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the
LevelOne Broadband Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the required functions.
To Do this: Refer to:
Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:
PC Configuration
Check LevelOne Broadband Router operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use any of the following Internet features:
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• Virtual Servers
• Dynamic DNS
• Remote Management
Use any of the following Advanced Configuration
settings:
• PC Database
• Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP, Firewall)
• Routing (RIP and static Routing)
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Chapter 7
Advanced Configuration
Where use of a certain feature requires that
PCs or other LAN devices be configured, this
is also explained in the relevant chapter.
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Configuration Program
The LevelOne Broadband Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it,
and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:
• Netscape V4.08 or later
• Internet Explorer V4 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the LevelOne Broadband Router, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the LevelOne Broadband Router. The PC
and the LevelOne Broadband Router must be directly connected (using the PC port on the
LevelOne Broadband Router) or on the same LAN segment.
• The LevelOne Broadband Router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the LevelOne Broadband Router'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 Router
is allocated a new IP Address during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the LevelOne Broadband Router will
appear in the system tray, notifying you that a new network device has been found, and offering to create a new desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.
• Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the LevelOne Broadband Router, you can
accept the desktop shortcut.
• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices in My
Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the LevelOne Broadband Router (either on the Desktop, or in My
Network Places) to start the configuration. Refer to the following section Setup Wizard for
details of the initial configuration process.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the LevelOne Broadband Router:
1. After installing the LevelOne Broadband Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is
already running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. In the Address box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the LevelOne Broadband
Router, as in this example, which uses the LevelOne Broadband Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
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If you can't connect
If the LevelOne Broadband Router does not respond, check the following:
• The LevelOne Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK,
and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:
• Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.
• Enter the command:
ping 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your
PC's IP address is not compatible with the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP
Address. (See next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range
192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the LevelOne Broadband
Router'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 Router are on the same
network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
Setup
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the LevelOne Broadband Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the LevelOne Broadband Router'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.
• If the connection fails, check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
• If your ISP has recorded your MAC (hardware) address, exit the Wizard and select
MAC Address on the Advanced menu. Change the MAC address to match the value
expected by your ISP.
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
@Home type
service.
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when your connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent
IP Address to you.
The IP Address is allocated
automatically, but a "Host
Name" and "Domain Name" are
allocated to you. Sometimes, the
ISP will record the MAC (Hardware) address of your PC.
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when your connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent
IP Address to you.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
Host Name and Domain Name;
sometimes the MAC (hardware) address.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address is
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).
User name and password.
• PPTP Server IP Address.
• User name and password.
• IP Address allocated to
you, if Static (Fixed).
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Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Setup
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when your connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent
IP Address to you.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
Home Screen
After finishing 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 10: 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.
The "Help" icon on the Main Menu will provide a list
of all help files.
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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 11: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address IP address for the LevelOne Broadband Router, 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.
Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C") net-
works. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN segment
to which the LevelOne Broadband Router is attached (the same value as
the PCs on that LAN segment).
DHCP Server
• If Enabled, the LevelOne Broadband Router will allocate IP Addresses to PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start up.
The default (and recommended) value is Enabled.
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to
treat the LevelOne Broadband Router as the default Gateway. See
the following section for further details.
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values
used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients
supported.
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Buttons
Save Save the data on screen.
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Cancel The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload
the file from the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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 Router 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 Router'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 Router'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 Router's, the following procedure is required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the LevelOne Broadband Router. This setting is on the
LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the LevelOne Broadband Router'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 password screen allows you to assign a password to the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Figure 12: Password Screen
Once you have assigned a password to the LevelOne Broadband Router (on the Password
screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. (If
no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.)
Figure 13: Password Dialog
• Leave the "User Name" blank.
• Enter the password for the LevelOne Broadband Router, as set on the Password screen
above.
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Chapter 4
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
• Printer installation
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for:
• Internet access via the LevelOne Broadband Router
• Sharing the Printer connected to the LevelOne Broadband Router.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The LevelOne Broadband Router 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 Router settings, and the default Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the LevelOne Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server, automatically
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 Router
• 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 - Advanced
Setup 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 14: 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 15: 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 Router will
act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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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• On the Gateway tab, enter the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP address in the New Gate-
way field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP
Address they assigned to the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Figure 16: 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 17: 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 18: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP
2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
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Figure 19: 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 Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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 Router. 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 Router's IP address, as shown in Figure 20 below.
• If necessary, use the Up button to make the LevelOne Broadband Router the first entry
in the Gateways list.
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Figure 20 - 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 Router will
act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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 Router'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 Leve-
lOne Broadband Router.)
• 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 24: 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 25: 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 Router will
act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the LevelOne Broadband Router.
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 Router's IP address and click
OK. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Leve-
lOne Broadband Router.
• 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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Internet Access
To configure your PCs to use the LevelOne Broadband Router for Internet access:
• Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional.
• Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN,
rather than by a Dial-up connection.
For Windows 9x/ME/2000
1. Select Start Menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options.
2. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
3. Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually, or I want to connect through a
local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
4. Select "I connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
5. Ensure all of the boxes on the following Local area network Internet Configuration screen
are unchecked.
6. Check the "No" option when prompted "Do you want to set up an Internet mail account
now?".
7. Click Finish to close the In ternet Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
For Windows XP
1. Select Start Menu - Control Panel - Network and Internet Connections.
2. Select Set up or change your Internet Connection.
3. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
4. Cancel the pop-up "Location Information" screen.
5. Click Next on the "New Connection Wizard" screen.
6. Select "Connect to the Internet" and click Next.
7. Select "Set up my connection manually" and click Next.
8. Check "Connect using a broadband connection that is always on" and click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the New Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
Accessing AOL
To access AOL (America On Line) through the LevelOne Broadband Router, the AOL for
Windows software must be configured to use TCP/IP network access, rather than a dial-up
connection. The configuration process is as follows:
• Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or
later. This procedure will not work with earlier versions.
• Click the Setup button.
• Select Create Location, and change the location name from "New Locality" to "LevelOne
Broadband Router".
• Click Edit Location. Select TCP/IP for the Network field. (Leave the Phone Number blank.)
• Click Save, then OK.
Configuration is now complete.
• Before clicking "Sign On", always ensure that you are using the "LevelOne Broadband
Router" location.
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Printer Setup for Windows
This section is not applicable to LevelOne Broadband Routers which do not
have a Printer Port.
The FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX LevelOne Broadband Routers provide printing support
for 2 methods of printing from Windows:
• Print Port Driver. After installing the Print Port Driver, Windows users can print directly
to the LevelOne Broadband Router. Print jobs are spooled (queued) on each PC.
The supplied Print Port Driver supports Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows NT4.0,
Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
• LPD/LPR Printing. If using Windows NT 4.0 Server or Windows 2000 Server, LPD/LPR
printing can be used. No software needs to be installed on either the Windows Server or
each client PC. Print jobs will be spooled (queued) on the Windows Server, and can be
managed using the standard Windows Server tools.
Print Port Driver Setup
The following procedure is for all versions of Windows (95/98/ME, NT4.0, 2000, XP). The
Windows "Add Printer" screens will vary depending on your version or Windows, but the
procedure is the same:
1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your drive. If the setup program does not start automatically, run SETUP.EXE in the root folder.
2. At the Select Components screen, select the Print Port Driver option.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
4. The Print Port Setup will then run, and the following screen will be displayed.
Figure 26: Print Port Setup
5. Select the desired device and port, and then click the "Add" button.
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Under Windows 95, if you see the following error message,
either install Internet Explorer 4 or later, or follow the procedure in the "Trouble Shooting - Printing" section of
Appendix A.
6. A pop-up message will inform you if the port has been created successfully, and then the
Windows Add Printer wizard will start.
• Select the correct Printer Manufacturer and Model, or use the "Have Disk" option if
appropriate.
• If desired, change the Printer name so it indicates the device used (e.g. HP2100 on
SCA43600)
• If prompted about Sharing, do NOT enable Sharing.
7. Installation is now complete. You can now print using this printer.
• To install additional Printers (on different devices), repeat steps 6 and 7.
• Use the Start menu to run this program in future. The default installation is Start -
Programs - Broadband Internet Router - Add Port.
Management
• Print jobs can be managed like any Windows printer. Open the Printers folder (Start -
Settings - Printers) and double-click any printer to see the current print jobs.
• If the printer attached to the LevelOne Broadband Router is changed, just run this program
again, and select the correct printer.
• To delete a port created by this setup program, use the Windows Delete Port facility:
• Right-click any printer in the Printers folder, and select Properties.
• Locate the Delete Port button. This button is on the Details or Ports tab, depending
on your version or Windows.
• If the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP Address is changed, and you can no longer print,
delete the port (see procedure above) and re-install it.
Port Options
The options for the Print Port Driver are accessed via the Windows Port Settings button.
Use Start - Settings - Printers to open the Printers folder, then right-click the Printer, and select
Properties. The Port Settings button is on the Details or Port tab, depending on your version
of Windows.
An example screen is shown below:
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Figure 27: Print Port Configuration
Items shown on this screen are as follows:
Port If desired, click Browse to select a different device. (The Select
Device Port button is provided to allow this software to work with
multi-port models.)
PC Configuration
The Port Name is shown in the Printer's Properties.
Banner Check this option to print a banner page before each print job.
• If using a PostScript Printer, check the PostScript box.
• The User Name will be printed on the banner page.
Retry
Interval
Sets how often Windows will poll the LevelOne Broadband
Router to establish a connection when the printer is busy. Increase this value if you get too many warning messages.
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LPD/LPR Printing
LPD/LPR printing can be used with Windows NT 4.0 Server or Windows 2000. No software
needs to be installed on client PCs.
Windows NT 4.0 Server Configuration
To use LPD printing, Microsoft TCP/IP Printing must be installed and enabled. This can be
checked using Start-Settings-Control Panel-Network - Services.
To install LPD printing using the LevelOne Broadband Router, follow this procedure:
1. Go to Start-Settings-Printer and invoke the Add Printer wizard.
2. When prompted with "This printer will be managed by..", select My Computer and click
Next.
3. Select Add Port, then select LPR Port and click New Port.
4. In the Dialog requesting Name of Address of server providing lpd, enter the IP address of
the LevelOne Broadband Router.
5. For Name of printer or print queue on that server, enter L1
6. Click OK. When returned to the Printer Ports window, simply select Close and then install
your printer driver as usual.
7. When prompted whether or not the printer will be shared, select the Sharing radio button.
8. In the Shared dialog box, enter the shared printer name. The shared name is how other
users will see this printer. You should advise client PCs of the Server name and this printer
name.
9. Click OK to save and exit.
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Windows 2000 Server Configuration
The LPD/LPR Port is not enabled by default. To enable it, use this procedure:
1. In Control Panel, select Add/Remove Programs, then Windows Components.
2. Select Other Network File and Print Services, then click the Details button.
PC Configuration
Figure 28: Adding LPD/LPR Port (Win 2000)
3. Enable Print Services for Unix, and click OK.
4. Click Next and complete the Wizard.
Adding the Printer
1. Open your Printers folder, and start the Add Printer Wizard.
2. When prompted, select Local Printer.
3. On the Select the Printer Port screen, select LPR Port, as shown below. Click Next to
continue.
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Figure 29: Windows 2000: Select Port
4. In the Dialog requesting Name or Address of server providing lpd, enter the IP address of
the LevelOne Broadband Router.
5. For Name of printer or print queue on that server, enter L1
6. Click OK, and then Next, and continue the Wizard.
7. At the Select Sharing screen, select the Radio Button for Share As, and enter the shared
printer name. The shared name is how other users will see this printer. You should advise
client PCs of the Server name and this printer name.
8. Complete the Add Printer wizard.
Client PC Setup for LPD/LPR Printing
After configuring the Windows Server, client PCs on the LAN can install the new printer.
The following procedure is for Windows 95/98/ME, Windows NT4.0, and Windows 2000
workstation.
1. Open your Printers folder, and start the Add Printer Wizard.
2. When prompted, select Network Printer
3. When prompted for Network Path or Queue Name, click the Browse button, and locate the
Server and Printer which your Network Administrator advised you to use.
4. Click OK, then Next.
5. Select the correct printer Manufacturer and Model, as advised by your Network Administrator, and click Next.
6. Follow the prompts to complete the Wizard.
7. The new printer will be listed with any other installed printers, and may be selected when
printing from any Windows application.
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Macintosh Clients
From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the LevelOne Broadband Router. The
procedure is as follows.
1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel.
2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu.
3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can
be left blank.
4. Close the TCP/IP panel, saving your settings.
Note:
If using manually assigned IP addresses instead of DHCP, the required changes are:
• Set the Router Address field to the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP Address.
• Ensure your DNS settings are correct.
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Linux Clients
To access the Internet via the LevelOne Broadband Router, it is only necessary to set the
LevelOne Broadband Router as the "Gateway".
Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed
IP Address, make the following changes to your configuration.
• Set your "Default Gateway" to the IP Address of the LevelOne Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended)
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X -windows shell.
1. Start your X Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel - Network
3. Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be called "eth0".
4. Click the Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this data.
5. To apply your changes
• Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available.
• OR, restart your system.
Printing Setup on Linux
This section is not applicable to LevelOne Broadband Routers which do not
have a Printer Port.
The FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX LevelOne Broadband Routers support LPD Printing on
Linux.
• The LevelOne Broadband Router supports 3 "Logical Printers" under LPD. To configure
the "Logical Printers" on the LevelOne Broadband Router, refer to Printer Port in Chapter
8.
• The procedure to install a LPD printer is detailed below, but may vary according to your
version of Linux and X -windows shell.
1. In your X Windows shell, select Control Panel, then Printer Configuration.
2. Select Add. For the printer type, select Remote Unix (lpd) Queue.
3. Use the following data to complete the resulting dialog.
Field Data Example
Name Enter a name for this printer gw_prn
Spool Directory /var/spool/lpd/printer_name
Where printer_name is the "Name"
entry above.
/var/spool/lpd/gw_prn
File Limit Enter a suitable number. 0 (no limit)
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LevelOne Broadband Router's IP
address
Note:
If you have made a host file entry, you can use the name from the
host file instead of the IP Address.
Remote Queue Ln
Where n is the Logical Printer number
(L1, L2, L3). Logical Printers can be
configured on the LevelOne Broadband
Router's Options- Printer Port screen.
4. Save this data, and exit the Printer Configuration. Configuration is now completed, and the
printer is now available for use.
192.168.0.1Remote Host
L1
Other Unix Systems
Internet Access
• Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the LevelOne
Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
Printing Setup
This section is not applicable to LevelOne Broadband Routers which do not
have a Printer Port.
The FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX LevelOne Broadband Routers support LPD Printing
under Unix.
To use LPD printing to the LevelOne Broadband Router's printer, install an LPD printer using
the standard procedure for your system.
• Use the LevelOne Broadband Router's IP Address as the location of the remote host
• Use L1, L2, or L3 for the name of the printer on the remote host.
On the LevelOne Broadband Router, the logical printers (L1, L2, and L3) can be configured on
the Advanced - Printer Port screen. . See Printer Port in Chapter 8 - Advanced Configuration
for details.
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5
Operation and Status
This Chapter details the operation of the LevelOne Broadband Router and
the status screens.
Operation
Once both the LevelOne Broadband Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic.
However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required:
• If using Internet-based Conferencing & Telephony applications, it may be necessary to
specify which PC receives an incoming connection. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Fea-
tures for further details.
• Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers may be blocked by the
LevelOne Broadband Router's built-in firewall. You can define such applications as Special
Applications to allow them to function normally. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Features
for further details.
• Some non-standard applications may require use of the DMZ feature. Refer to Chapter 6 -
Advanced Features for further details.
Status Screen
Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen.
Figure 30: Status Screen
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Data - Status Screen
The "Printer" section on this screen is only included on LevelOne Broadband Routers which
include a printer port (FBR-1401TX and the FBR-1700TX).
Internet
Connection Method This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup
Wizard.
Internet IP Address This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Connection Status Current connection status:
• OK
• No connection
• Error
If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button
to find out more information.
"Connection Details"
Button
"Access Log"
Button
LAN
IP Address The IP Address of the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Network Mask The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above.
DHCP Server This shows the status of the DHCP Server function - either "En-
Click this button to open a sub-window and view a detailed
description of the current connection. Depending on the type of
connection, a "log" may also be available.
Click this button to open a sub-window and view details of outgoing connections to the Internet. The log contains the following
data:
• Source IP Address - The IP Address of the local PC request-
ing the Internet connection.
• Destination - The Internet address which was requested. If
the URL Filter is enabled, this address will be shown as a
URL. Otherwise, the IP address will be displayed.
• Blocked - If the request was blocked by the URL Filter
function, this will display "Yes". Otherwise, it will be blank.
abled" or "Disabled".
For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the IP
addresses allocated to them, use the PC Database option on the
Advanced menu.
System
Device Name This displays the current name of the LevelOne Broadband
Router.
Firmware Version The current version of the firmware installed in the LevelOne
Broadband Router.
"System Data"
Button
Clicking this button will open a Window which lists all system
details and settings.
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Printer
Printer Status This shows the status of the printer. Click the "Refresh Screen"
button to update this information.
"Abort Current Print
Job" Button
Click this button to terminate the current print job. This button
should be used if the current print job is not printing correctly.
Buttons
Connection Details View the details of the current Internet connection. The sub-
screen displayed will depend on the connection method used. See
the following sections for details of each sub-screen.
Access Log View details of outgoing connections to the internet.
System Data Display all system information in a sub-window.
Abort Current Print
Job
Click this button to terminate the current print job. This button
should be used if the current print job is not printing correctly.
Refresh Screen Update the data displayed on screen.
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Connection Status - PPPoE
If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when
the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 31: PPPoE Status Screen
Data - PPPoE Status Screen
Connection
Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices
on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This
address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Network Mask The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
PPPoE Link Status This indicates whether or not the connection is currently estab-
lished.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button
can be used to break the connection.
Connection Log
Connection Log
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
existing connection.
• The most common messages are listed in the table below.
• The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh
button will update the messages shown on screen.
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Buttons
Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read
new messages.
Refresh Update the data on screen.
Connection Log Messages
Message Description
Connect on Demand Connection attempt has been triggered by the "Connect
automatically, as required" setting.
Manual connection Connection attempt started by the "Connect" button.
Reset physical connection Preparing line for connection attempt.
Connecting to remote
server
Remote Server located ISP's Server has responded to connection attempt.
Start PPP Attempting to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP con-
PPP up successfully Able to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP connection.
Idle time-out reached The connection has been idle for the time period specified in
Disconnecting The current connection is being terminated, due to either the
Error: Remote Server not
found
Error: PPP Connection
failed
Error: Connection to Server
lost
Attempting to connect to the ISP's server.
nection.
the "Idle Time-out" field. The connection will now be terminated.
"Idle Time-out" above, or "Disconnect" button being clicked.
ISP's Server did not respond. This could be a Server problem,
or a problem with the link to the Server.
Unable to establish a PPP connection with the ISP's Server.
This could be a login problem (name or password) or a Server
problem.
The existing connection has been lost. This could be caused
by a power failure, a link failure, or Server failure.
Error: Invalid or unknown
packet type
The data received from the ISP's Server could not be processed. This could be caused by data corruption (from a bad
link), or the Server using a protocol which is not supported by
this device.
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Connection Status - PPTP
If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be
displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 32: PPTP Status Screen
Data - PPTP Status Screen
Connection
Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.)
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This ad-
dress is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
PPTP Status This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can
be used to break the connection.
Connection Log
Connection Log
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
existing connection.
• The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh
button will update the messages shown on screen.
Buttons
Connect If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
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Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new
messages.
Refresh Update the data on screen.
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Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address
If your access method is neither PPPoE nor PPTP, a screen like the following example will be
displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 33: Connection Screen
Data - Connection Details Screen
Internet
Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the local LAN.)
IP Address The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This ad-
dress is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Network Mask The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
Defaul t Gateway The IP Address of the remote Gateway or Router associated with the
IP Address above.
DNS IP Address The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which is currently used.
DHCP Client This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled", depending on whether or not
this device is functioning as a DHCP client.
If "Enabled" the "Remaining lease time" field indicates when the IP
Address allocated by the DHCP Server will expire. The lease is automatically renewed on expiry; use the "Renew" button if you wish to
manually renew the lease immediately.
Buttons
Release/Renew
Button will display
EITHER
"Release"
OR
"Renew"
This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated
automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). Otherwise, it has
no effect.
• If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for the
LevelOne Broadband Router, this button will say "Renew". Clicking the "Renew" button will attempt to re-establish the
connection and obtain an IP Address from the ISP's DHCP
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Server.
• If an IP Address has been allocated to the LevelOne Broadband
Router (by the ISP's DHCP Server), this button will say "Release". Clicking the "Release" button will break the connection
and release the IP Address.
Refresh Update the data shown on screen.
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6
Advanced Features
This Chapter explains when and how to use the LevelOne Broadband
Router's "Advanced" Features.
Overview
The following advanced features are provided.
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• Virtual Servers
• Dynamic DNS
• Remote Management
Advanced Internet Screen
This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access.
• Conferencing and Telephony
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• URL filter
An exa mple screen is shown below.
Figure 34: Internet Screen
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Conferencing & Telephony
Most applications are supported transparently by the LevelOne Broadband Router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an incoming connection. This problem could arise
with the following Conferencing & Telephony applications:
• CUseeME
• ICQ
• ICU II (ICU 2)
• Internet Phone
• mIRC
• MS NetMeeting
• Yahoo Messenger
If this problem arises, you can use this screen to set which PC should receive an incoming
connection, as described below.
Conferencing & Telephony
Select an Appl ication This lists applications which may generate incoming connections,
where the destination (on your local LAN) is unknown.
Send incoming calls to This lists the PCs on your LAN.
• If necessary, you can add PCs manually, using the "PC
Database" option on the advanced menu.
• For each application listed above, you can choose a destination PC.
• There is no need to "Save" after each change; you can set the
destination PC for each application, then click "Save".
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Special Applications
If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may
find that they do not function correctly because they are blocked by the LevelOne Broadband
Router's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Special Application".
Special Applications Screen
This screen can be reached by clicking the Special Applications button on the Internet screen.
You can then define your Special Applications. You will need detailed information about the
application; this is normally available from the supplier of the application.
Also, note that the terms "Incoming" and "Outgoing" on this screen refer to traffic from the
client (PC) viewpoint
Figure 35: Special Applications Screen
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Data - Special Applications Screen
Checkbox Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required.
Name Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application.
Incoming
Ports
Outgoing
Ports
• Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data
from the special application or service. (Note: Some applications use different protocols for outgoing and incoming data).
• Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the
application server, for data you receive. If the application uses a single
port number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
• Finish - Enter the end of the range of port numbers used by the applica-
tion server, for data you receive.
• Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you send data to the
remote system or service.
• Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the
application server, for data you send to it. If the application uses a single
port number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
• Finish - Enter the end of the range of port numbers used by the applica-
tion server, for data you send to it. If the application uses a single port
number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
Using a Special Application
• Configure the Special Applications screen as required.
• On your PC, use the application normally. Remember that only one (1) PC can use each
Special application at any time. Also, when 1 PC is finished using a particular Special Application, there may need to be a "Time-out" before another PC can use the same Special
Application. The "Time-out" period may be up to 3 minutes.
If an application still cannot function correctly,
try using the "DMZ" feature.
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DMZ
This feature, if enabled, allows one (1) computer on your LAN to be exposed to all users on the
Internet, allowing unrestricted 2-way communication between the "DMZ PC" and other Internet
users or Servers.
• This allows almost any application to be used on the "DMZ PC".
• The "DMZ PC" will receive all "Unknown" connections and data.
• If the DMZ feature is enabled, you must select the PC to be used as the "DMZ PC".
• The DMZ feature can be Enabled and Disabled on the Advanced Internet screen.
The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you
should only enable the DMZ feature when required.
URL Filter
The URL Filter allows you to block access to undesirable Web site
• To use this feature, you must define "filter strings". If the "filter string" appears in a requested URL, the request is blocked.
• Enabling the URL Filter also affects the Internet Access Log. If Enabled, the "Destination"
field in the log will display the URL. Otherwise, it will display the IP Address.
• The URL Filter can be Enabled or Disabled on the Advanced Internet screen.
URL Filter Screen
Click the "Configure URL Filter" button on the Internet screen to access the URL Filter screen.
An example screen is shown below.
Figure 36: URL Filter Screen
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Filter Strings
Current Entries This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this
list will be empty.
Add Filter String To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" button.
An entry may be a Domain name (e.g. www.trash.com) or simply a
string. (e.g. ads/ )
Any URL which contains ANY entry ANYWHERE in the URL will be
blocked.
Buttons
Delete/Delete All Use these buttons to delete the selected entry or all entries, as required.
Multiple entries can be selected by holding down the CTRL key while
selecting.(On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key while selecting.)
Add Use this to add the current Filter String to the site list.
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(ftp://203.70.212.52
Virtual Servers
This feature allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally,
Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because:
• Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address.
• Attempts to connect to devices on your LAN are blocked by the firewall in this device.
The "Virtual Server" feature solves these problems and allows Internet users to connect to your
servers, as illustrated below.
192.168.0.1
(LAN IP Address)
Web Server FTP Server
(192.168.0.10)
Router
203.70.212.52
(WAN IP Address)
(192.168.0.20)
Internet
Wireless
Remote PC Remote PC
Using Web Server Using FTP Server
(http://203.70.212.52)
Figure 37: Virtual Servers
IP Address seen by Internet Users
Note that, in this illustration, both Internet users are connecting to the same IP Address, but
using different protocols.
To Internet users, all virtual Servers on your LAN have the same IP Address. This
IP Address is allocated by your ISP.
This address should be static, rather than dynamic, to make it easier for Internet users to connect to your Servers.
However, you can use the DDNS (Dynamic DNS) feature to allow users to connect to your
Virtual Servers using a URL, instead of an IP Address.
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Virtual Servers Screen
The Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Virtual Servers link on the Advanced screen. An
example screen is shown below.
Figure 38: Virtual Servers Screen
This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers.
Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties" area.
Data - Virtual Servers Screen
Servers
Servers This lists a number of pre-defined Servers, plus any Servers you
have defined. Details of the selected Server are shown in the "Properties" area.
Properties
Enable Use this to Enable or Disable support for this Server, as required.
• If Enabled, any incoming connections will be forwarded to the
selected PC.
• If Disabled, any incoming connection attempts will be blocked.
PC (Server) Select the PC for this Server. The PC must be running the appropri-
ate Server software.
Protocol Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used by the Server.
Internal Port No. Enter the port number which the Server software is configured to
use.
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External Port No. The port number used by Internet users when connecting to the
Server. This is normally the same as the Internal Port Number. If it is
different, this device will perform a "mapping" or "translation"
function, allowing the server to use one port address, while clients
use a different port address.
Buttons
Defaults This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the pre-
defined Servers to use their default port numbers.
Disable All This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set
OFF.
Add Add a new entry to the Virtual Server list, using the data shown in
the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is
ignored, and has no effect.
Update Update the current Virtual Server entry, using the data shown in the
"Properties" area on screen.
Delete Delete the current Virtual Server entry. Note that the pre-defined
Servers can not be deleted. Only Servers you have defined yourself
can be deleted.
Clear Form Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a new
Virtual Server entry.
For each entry, the PC must be running the
appropriate Server software.
Defining your own Virtual Servers
If the type of Server you wish to use is not listed on the Virtual Servers screen, you can define
and manage your own Servers:
Create a new Server: 1. Click "Clear Form"
2. Enter the required data, as described above.
3. Click "Add".
4. The new Server will now appear in the list.
Modify (Edit) a Server: 1. Select the desired Server from the list
2. Make any desired changes (for example, change the
Enable/Disable setting).
3. Click "Update" to save changes to the selected Server.
Delete a Server: 1. Select the entry from the list.
2. Click "Delete".
Note: You can only delete Servers you have defined. Predefined Server cannot be deleted.
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From the Internet, ALL Virtual Servers have the IP
Address allocated by your ISP.
Connecting to the Virtual Servers
Once configured, anyone on the Internet can connect to your Virtual Servers. They must use
the Internet IP Address (the IP Address allocated to you by your ISP).
e.g.
http://203.70.212.52
ftp://203.70.212.52
It is more convenient if you are using a Fixed IP Address from your ISP, rather than Dynamic.
However, you can use the Dynamic DNS feature, described in the following section, to allow
users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address.
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)
This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address.
This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your
IP address may change whenever you connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.
The Service works as follows:
1. You must register for the service at http://www.dyndns.org (Registration is free). Your
password will be E-mailed to you.
2. After registration, use the "Create New Host" option (at www.dyndns.org) to request your
desired Domain name.
3. Enter your data from www.dyndns.org in the LevelOne Broadband Router's DDNS screen.
4. The LevelOne Broadband Router will then automatically ensure that your current IP Address is recorded at http://www.dyndns.org
5. From the Internet, users will be able to connect to your Virtual Servers (or DMZ PC) using
your Domain name, as shown on this screen.
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Dynamic DNS Screen
Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following:
Figure 39: DDNS Screen
Data - Dynamic DNS Screen
DDNS Service
DDNS Service • You must sign up first to create a new account before using the
service. The service is free.
• Click this link to connect to the www.dyndns.org Web site.
• Your initial password will be E-mailed to you; you can change
this later if you wish.
• After registration, use the "Create New Host" link (on the
www.dyndns.org Web site) to request a domain name.
DDNS Data
User Name Enter the "User name" specified at the www.dyndns.org Web site
when you registered.
Password Enter your current password for www.dyndns.org
Domain
• Enter your domain name, as allocated at www.dyndns.org.
• The name should consist only of letters and the hyphen (dash).
Using any other characters may cause problems..
DDNS Status This message is returned by the DDNS Server at www.dyndns.org
• Normally, this message should be "Update successful" (current
IP address was updated on the www.dyndns.org server).
• If the message is "No host", this indicates the host name entered
was not allocated to you. You need to connect to
www.dyndns.org and correct this problem.
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Remote Management
This feature allows you to manage the LevelOne Broadband Router via the Internet.
Figure 40: Remote Management Screen
Data - Remote Management Screen
Remote Management
Enable Remote
Management
Port Number Enter a port number between 1024 and 65535 (8080 is recommended).
Current IP Address You must use this IP Address to connect (see below).
Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device
will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet.
This port number must be specified when you connect (see below).
Note: The default port number for HTTP (Web) connections is port
80, but using port 80 here will prevent the use of a Web "Virtual
Server" on your LAN. (See Advanced Internet - Virtual Servers)
This IP Address is allocated by your ISP. But if using a Dynamic IP
Address, this value can change each time you connect to your ISP.
So it is better if your ISP allocates you a Fixed IP Address.
To connect from a remote PC via the Internet
1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser.
2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the LevelOne
Broadband Router. If the port number is not 80, the port number is also required. (After the
IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.)
e.g.
HTTP://123.123.123.123:8080
This example assumes the WAN IP Address is 123.123.123.123, and the port number is 8080.
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7
Advanced Configuration
This Chapter explains the settings available via the Advanced configuration
section of the "Advanced" menu.
Overview
Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and
settings are provided to deal with non-standard situations, or to provide additional options for
advanced users.
The settings available are:
PC Database This is the list of PCs shown when you select the "DMZ PC" or a
"Virtual Server". This database is maintained automatically, but you
can add and delete entries for PCs which use a Fixed (Static) IP
Address.
Options Enable or Disable various options.
Printer Port
(FBR-1401TX and
FBR-1700TX only)
MAC Address Set the MAC (hardware) address used on the Internet (WAN port)
Routing Only required if your LAN has other Routers or Gateways.
Configure the Printer port for use with Unix.
(For Windows, no configuration is required or possible.)
interface. This is required only if your ISP has recorded the MAC
(hardware) address you should use.
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PC Database Screen
The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. An example PC Database screen is shown below.
Figure 41: PC Database Screen
• PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as
required.
• By default, non-Server versions of Windows act as "DHCP Clients"; this setting is called
"Obtain an IP Address automatically".
• The LevelOne Broadband Router uses the "Hardware Address" to identify each PC, not
the name or IP address. The "Hardware Address" can only change if you change the PC's
network card or adapter.
• This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN.
However, you can add PCs using Fixed (static) IP Addresses to the PC database if required.
Data - PC Database Screen
PC Database
PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type.
For these models, the "type" will always be "LAN"
Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this
matches the PC's "hostname".
IP Address Enter the IP Address of the PC. The PC will be sent a "ping" to deter-
mine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or
not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Buttons
Add This will add the new PC to the list. The PC will be sent a "ping" to
determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
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Delete Delete the selected PC from the list. This should be done in 2 situations:
• The PC has been removed from your LAN.
• The entry is incorrect.
Refresh Update the data on screen.
Generate Report Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC
database.
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Options
This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to use this screen or change any settings.
An example Options screen is shown below.
Figure 42: Options Screen
Data - Options Screen
Backup DNS
IP Address Enter the IP Address of the DNS (Domain Name Servers) here. These
DNS will be used only if the primary DNS is unavailable.
TFTP
Enable Firmware
Upgrade using
TFTP
UPnP
Enable UPnP
Services
• If enabled, TFTP (Trivial FTP) can be used to upgrade the firmware
in this device. This is normally not required; a Windows utility is
available for this purpose.
• You must obtain the firmware upgrade file first; instructions for
using TFTP will be available with the upgrade.
• UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and
configuration of equipment attached to your LAN. UPnP is by
supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.
• If Enabled, this device will be visible via UPnP.
• If Disabled, this device will not be visible via UPnP.
Allow Configuration...
• If checked, then UPnP users can change the configuration.
• If Disabled, UPnP users can only view the configuration. But
currently, this restriction only applies to users running Windows
XP, who access the Properties via UPnP. (e.g. Right - click the
LevelOne Broadband Router in My Network Places, and select
Properties)
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Allow Internet
access to be
disabled
Firewall
Enable DoS
Firewall
Threshold
• If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via this
device.
• If Disabled, UPnP users can NOT disable Internet access via this
device. But currently, this restriction only applies to users running
Windows XP, who access the Properties via UPnP. (e.g. Right click the LevelOne Broadband Router in My Network Places, and
select Properties)
If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and blocked.
The default is enabled. It is strongly recommended that this setting be
left enabled.
Note:
• A DoS attack does not attempt to steal data or damage your PCs,
but overloads your Internet connection so you can not use it - the
service is unavailable.
• The LevelOne Broadband Router uses "Stateful Inspection"
technology. This system can detect situations where individual
TCP/IP packets are valid, but collectively they become a DoS attack.
This setting affects the number of "half-open" connections allowed.
• A "half-open" connection arises when a remote client contacts the
Server with a connection request, but then does not reply to the
Server's response.
• While the optimum number of "half-open" connections allowed
(the "Threshold") depends on many factors, the most important
factor is the available bandwidth of your Internet connection.
• Select the setting to match the bandwidth of your Internet connection.
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Printer Port
This screen is available for the FBR-1401TX and FBR-1700TX only.
Normally, the settings on this screen do not need to be changed.
Figure 43: Printer Port Screen
Logical Printers
No (L1, L2, L3) Logical printer configuration is only required if using LPD printing
under Linux or Unix. Otherwise, these settings are ignored
There are 3 Logical Printers (Ports), named L1, L2, and L3.
These names can not be changed, and must be used when selecting the logical printer from your Unix system.
Pre-string (HEX) Enter (in HEX) the series of printer commands to be sent to the
attached printer BEFORE each print job.
Post-string (HEX) Enter (in HEX) the series of printer commands to be sent to the
attached printer AFTER each print job.
LF to CR/LF If checked, Unix-style LF (line feed) characters at the end of each
line will be converted to CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) pairs, as
used in MSDOS and Windows.
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Advanced Configuration
MAC Address
The MAC (hardware) address is a low-level network identifier. It may be called "MAC Address", "Hardware Address", or "Physical Address". On a PC, this address is associated with
the Network card or adapter. The address on the MAC Address screen is the address on the
Internet (WAN port) interface, and has no effect on the LAN interface.
• If your ISP asks for the "Network Adapter Address", "Physical Address", "Hardware
Address", or "MAC Address" for the PC the DSL/Cable modem is connected to, provide
this value.
• If your ISP has already recorded a MAC address, you can change the address used by the
LevelOne Broadband Router to match the address recorded by your ISP.
MAC Address Screen
Select MAC Address from the Advanced menu to reach a screen like the example below.
Figure 44: MAC address screen
Data - MAC address Screen
MAC (hardware)
Address
Buttons
Default Inserts the default MAC address into the MAC address field. You
Copy from PC Inserts the MAC address from your PC into the MAC address field.
Save Save your changes to the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Cancel Reverse any changes made since the last "Save".
The current MAC (hardware) address is displayed.
If your ISP has recorded a Hardware Address, you can "spoof" that
address by entering it in the address field. The hardware address
consists of 12 characters, where each character is a digit (0..9) or a
character between A and F.
must click "Save" to actually change the address used.
You must click "Save" to actually change the address used.
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If the MAC address is changed, the LevelOne
Broadband Router must restart.
Routing
Overview
• If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing"
page completely.
• If the LevelOne Broadband Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment,
ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has other Routers.
• If your LAN has a standard Router (e.g. Cisco) on your LAN, and the LevelOne Broadband
Router is to act as a Gateway for all LAN segments, enable RIP (Routing Information Protocol) and ignore the Static Routing table.
• If your LAN has other Gateways and Routers, and you wish to control which LAN segments use each Gateway, do NOT enable RIP (Routing Information Protocol). Configure the
Static Routing table instead. (You also need to configure the other Routers.)
• If using Windows 2000 Data center Server as a software Router, enable RIP on the LevelOne Broadband Router, and ensure the following Windows 2000 settings are correct:
• Open Routing and Remote Access
• In the console tree, select Routing and Remote Access , [server name], IP Routing,
RIP
• In the "Details" pane, right-click the interface you want to configure for RIP version 2,
and then click "Properties".
• On the "General" tab, set Outgoing packet protocol to "RIP version 2 broadcast", and
Incoming packet protocol to "RIP version 1 and 2".
Routing Screen
The routing table is accessed by the Routing link on the Advanced screen.
Using this Screen
Generally, you will use either RIP (Routing Information Protocol) OR the Static Routing Table,
as explained above, although is it possible to use both methods simultaneously.
Static Routing Table
• If RIP is not used, an entry in the routing table is required for each LAN segment on your
Network, other than the segment to which this device is attached.
• The other Routers must also be configured. See Configuring Other Routers on your LAN
later in this chapter for further details and an example.
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Figure 45: Routing Screen
Advanced Configuration
Data - Routing Screen
RIP
Enable RIP Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of
the LevelOne Broadband Router.
The LevelOne Broadband Router supports RIP 1 only.
Static Routing
Static Routing
Table Entries
Properties
This list shows all entries in the Routing Table.
• The "Properties" area shows details of the selected item in the
list.
• Change any the properties as required, then click the "Update"
button to save the changes to the selected entry.
• Destination Network - The network address of the remote LAN
segment. For standard class "C" LANs, the network address is
the first 3 fields of the Destination IP Address. The 4th (last) field
can be left at 0.
• Network Mask - The Network Mask for the remote LAN seg-
ment. For class "C" networks, the default mask is 255.255.255.0
• Gateway IP Address - The IP Address of the Gateway or Router
which the LevelOne Broadband Router must use to communicate
with the destination above. (NOT the router attached to the remote segment.)
• Metric - The number of "hops" (routers) to pass through to
reach the remote LAN segment. The shortest path will be used.
The default value is 1.
Buttons
Save Save the RIP setting. This has no effect on the Static Routing Table.
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Add Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in
the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is
ignored, and has no effect.
Update Update the current Static Routing Table entry, using the data shown
in the "Properties" area on screen.
Delete Delete the current Static Routing Table entry.
Clear Form Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a new entry
for the Static Routing table.
Generate Report Generate a read-only list of all entries in the Static Routing table.
Configuring Other Routers on your LAN
It is essential that all IP packets for devices not on the local LAN be passed to the LevelOne
Broadband Router, so that they can be forwarded to the external LAN, WAN, or Internet. To
achieve this, the local LAN must be configured to use the LevelOne Broadband Router as the
Default Route or Default Gateway.
Local Router
The local router is the Router installed on the same LAN segment as the LevelOne Broadband
Router. This router requires that the Default Route is the LevelOne Broadband Router itself.
Typically, routers have a special entry for the Default Route. It should be configured as follows.
Destination IP Address Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation.
Network Mask Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation.
Gateway IP Address The IP Address of the LevelOne Broadband Router.
Metric 1
Other Routers on the Local LAN
Other routers on the local LAN must use the LevelOne Broadband Router's Local Router as the
Default Route. The entries will be the same as the LevelOne Broadband Router's local router,
with the exception of the Gateway IP Address.
• For a router with a direct connection to the LevelOne Broadband Router's local Router, the
Gateway IP Address is the address of the LevelOne Broadband Router's local router.
• For routers which must forward packets to another router before reaching the LevelOne
Broadband Router's local router, the Gateway IP Address is the address of the intermediate
router.
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Static Routing - Example
(192.168.0.1)
(192.168.1.80)
Advanced Configuration
Router A
(192.168.0.100)
Segment 1
(192.168.1.xx)
Segment 0
(192.168.0.xx)
Wireless
Router B
(192.168.1.90) (192.168.2.70)
Router
Segment 2
(192.168.2.xx)
Figure 46: Routing Example
For the LevelOne Broadband Router's Routing Table
For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the LevelOne Broadband
Router requires 2 entries as follows.
Entry 1 (Segment 1)
Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0
Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C)
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 (LevelOne Broadband Router's
local Router)
Metric 1
Entry 2 (Segment 2)
Destination IP Address 192.168.2.0
Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C)
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100
Metric 2
For Router A's Default Route
Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0
Network Mask 0.0.0.0
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.1 (LevelOne Broadband Router's IP
For Router B's Default Route
Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0
Network Mask 0.0.0.0
Gateway IP Address 192.168.1.80 (LevelOne Broadband Router's
Address)
local router)
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Appendix A
A
Troubleshooting
This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions.
Overview
This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the LevelOne
Broadband Router and some possible solutions to them. If you follow the suggested steps and
the LevelOne Broadband Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further
advice.
General Problems
Problem 1: Can't connect to the LevelOne Broadband Router to configure it.
Solution 1: Check the following:
• The LevelOne Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connections
are OK, and it is powered ON.
• Ensure that your PC and the LevelOne Broadband Router are on the
same network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the
case.)
• If your PC is set to "Obtain an IP Address automatically" (DHCP client),
restart it.
• If your PC uses a Fixed (Static) IP address, ensure that it is using an IP
Address within the range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 and thus compatible with the LevelOne Broadband Router's default IP Address of
192.168.0.1.
Also, the Network Mask should be set to 255.255.255.0 to match the
LevelOne Broadband Router.
In Windows, you can check these settings by using Control Panel-
Network to check the Properties for the TCP/IP protocol.
Internet Access
Problem 1: When I enter a URL or IP address I get a time out error.
Solution 1: A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting
steps.
• Check if other PCs work. If they do, ensure that your PCs IP settings are
correct. If using a Fixed (Static) IP Address, check the Network Mask,
Default gateway and DNS as well as the IP Address.
• If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, check the
LevelOne Broadband Router. Ensure that it is connected and ON. Connect to it and check its settings. (If you can't connect to it, check the
LAN and power connections.)
• If the LevelOne Broadband Router is configured correctly, check your
Internet connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working cor-
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rectly.
Problem 2: Some applications do not run properly when using the LevelOne Broadband
Router.
Solution 2: The LevelOne Broadband Router processes the data passing through it, so it
is not transparent.
Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applica-
tions which do not function correctly.
If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should
work with almost every application, but:
• It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled.
• Only one (1) PC can use this feature.
Printing
This section is provided for FBR-1401TX and FBR-1700TXonly.
Problem 1: When I tried to install the Printing software for Peer-to-Peer printing, I
received an error message and the installation was aborted..
Solution 1: This may be caused by an existing installation of the printer port software.
Before attempting another installation:
• Remove the existing installation
• Restart your PC
To remove an existing printer port installation:
1. Open Start - Settings - Control Panel - Add/Remove Programs
2. Look for an entry with a name like "Shared Port", "Shared Printer Port",
"Print Server Driver" or "Print Server Port".
3. Select this item, click "Add/Remove", and confirm the deletion.
Problem 2: I am using Windows 95, and the Printing software installed and ran, but
when I selected a port on a LevelOne Broadband Router and clicked
"Add", the printer was not installed.
Solution 2: Try installing the printer using the standard Windows tools, as follows:
1. Start the Add Printer Wizard.
2. Select Network Printer when prompted "How is the printer attached to
your Computer?", and click Next.
3. When prompted for the Network Path or Queue, enter a dummy value
such as \\123, as shown below. (Do NOT select Yes for "Do you print
for MS-DOS programs?")
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4. The printer wizard will display a message stating that “The Network
Printer is off-line”. This is OK. Continue the Add Printer Wizard until
finished.
5. When finished, go to Control Panel-Printers. The printer icon will be
grayed out indicating the printer is not ready.
6. Right-click the Printer, and select Properties. Then select the Details
tab, as shown below.
7. Click the Add Port button. On the resulting screen, select Other, then
Shared Port, as the port to add, as shown below.
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8. Click OK to see the Print Port Configuration screen, as shown below.
9. Click the Browse Device button, select the desired Multi-function
LevelOne Broadband Router, and click OK.
10. Click OK to return to the Printers folders, and right-click on the Printer.
Ensure that the Work off-line option is NOT checked.
The Printer should no longer be grayed out, and is ready for use.
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Appendix C
C
Specifications
FBR-1100TX
(LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 1 LAN Port)
Model FBR-1100TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 1 LAN Port
Dimensions 120mm(W) * 93mm(D) * 30mm(H)
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Network Protocol: NAT, PPPoE, HTTP, DHCP client/server, TCP/IP
Network Interface: 2 Ethernet:
LEDs 4
External Power
Adapter
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
0° C to 40° C
-10° C to 70° C
1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for LAN interface
1 * 10BaseT (RJ45) for WAN interface
12 V DC
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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FBR-1400TX
(LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN Port)
Model FBR-1400TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN
Port
Dimensions 215mm(W) * 150mm(D) * 36mm(H)
Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C
Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C
Network Protocol: TCP/IP
Network Interface: 5 Ethernet:
4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for LAN
1 * 10BaseT (RJ45) for WAN
LEDs 11
Power Adapter 12 V DC External
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device mu st accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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FBR-1401TX
(LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN Port, Printer Server)
Model FBR-1401TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 4 LAN
Port, Printer Server
Dimensions 215mm(W) * 150mm(D) * 36mm(H)
Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C
Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C
Network Protocol: TCP/IP
Network Interface: 5 Ethernet:
4 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) for LAN
1 * 10BaseT (RJ45) for WAN
Printer Port 1 * parallel printer port
LEDs 13
Power Adapter 12 V DC External
FCC Stateme nt:
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 operation.
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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FBR-1700TX
(LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 7 LAN Port, Printer Server)
Model FBR-1700TX - LevelOne 1 Port Broadband Router with 7 LAN
Port
Dimensions 250mm(W) * 180mm(D) * 40mm(H)
Operating Temperature 0° C to 40° C
Storage Temperature -10° C to 70° C
Network Protocol: NAT, PPPoE, HTTP, DHCP client/server, TCP/IP
Network Interface: 9 Ethernet:
7 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) auto-Switching Hub ports for LAN
devices
1 * 10/100BaseT (RJ45) "uplink" port
1 * 10BaseT (RJ45) for WAN
Printer Port 1 * parallel printer port
LEDs 20
External Power Adapter 9 V DC
FCC Statement:
This device complies with Part 15 of the 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 operation.
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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