LevelOne WBR-3408 User Manual
LevelOne
WBR-3408
11g Wireless Broadband Router, QoS
User Manual
V1.0.0-0610
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................................1
Wireless Broadband router Features .............................................................................. 1
Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 4
Physical Details..................................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION................................................................................................7
Requirements.....................................................................................................................7
Procedure...........................................................................................................................7
CHAPTER 3 SETUP................................................................................................................9
Overview ............................................................................................................................9
Configuration Program ..................................................................................................10
Setup Wizard...................................................................................................................12
LAN Screen......................................................................................................................15
Wireless Screen................................................................................................................ 18
Password Screen..............................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION................................................................................... 24
Overview ..........................................................................................................................24
Windows Clients..............................................................................................................24
Macintosh Clients............................................................................................................32
Linux Clients....................................................................................................................32
Other Unix Systems.........................................................................................................32
Wireless Station Configuration......................................................................................33
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS.........................................................................34
Operation.........................................................................................................................34
Status Screen....................................................................................................................35
Connection Status - PPPoE ............................................................................................37
Connection Status - PPTP ..............................................................................................39
Connection Status - L2TP...............................................................................................40
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond............................................................................42
Connection Details - SingTel RAS.................................................................................43
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address .........................................................45
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES..............................................................................47
Overview ..........................................................................................................................47
Access Control.................................................................................................................47
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)..........................................................................54
Advanced Internet Screen .............................................................................................. 56
Virtual Servers.................................................................................................................62
WAN Port Configuration ...............................................................................................66
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION.................................................................70
Overview ..........................................................................................................................70
Config File........................................................................................................................71
Logs...................................................................................................................................72
Network Diagnostics .......................................................................................................74
Options.............................................................................................................................76
PC Database.....................................................................................................................78
QoS ...................................................................................................................................82
Remote Admin.................................................................................................................85
Routing.............................................................................................................................87
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Security.............................................................................................................................92
Upgrade Firmware..........................................................................................................94
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................95
Overview ..........................................................................................................................95
General Problems............................................................................................................95
Internet Access.................................................................................................................95
Wireless Access................................................................................................................96
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS .........................................................................98
Modes ...............................................................................................................................98
BSS/ESS............................................................................................................................98
Channels...........................................................................................................................99
WEP..................................................................................................................................99
WPA-PSK ........................................................................................................................99
WPA2-PSK ....................................................................................................................100
Wireless LAN Configuration........................................................................................100
APPENDIX C SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................102
Multi-Function Wireless Broadband router...............................................................102
Wireless Interface..........................................................................................................102
Regulatory Approvals...................................................................................................103
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Broadband router's
features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of LevelOne Wireless Broadband router. The Wireless Broadband router is a multi-function device providing the following services:
• Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
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Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
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Figure 1: Wireless Broadband router
Wireless Broadband router Features
The Wireless 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 or WLAN can access the
Internet through this Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router has a
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10/100BaseT Ethernet port for connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular
DSL and Cable Modems are supported. SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia)
login support is also included.
PPPoE, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet
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(WAN port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-toPeer Tunneling Protocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well
as "Direct Connection" type services. Unnumbered IP with PPPoE is also supported.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the
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Wireless Broadband router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applica-
tions, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications,
which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connec-
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tions 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
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on your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.
DDNS Support. DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to
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Virtual Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not
fixed.
Multi-DMZ. For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, one (1) PC on
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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
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users.
Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
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Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users
to different groups, and determine which Internet services are available to each
group.
VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking)
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software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.
Wireless Features
• Standards Compliant. The Wireless Broadband router complies with the
IEEE802.11g (DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.
Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations. The 802.11g
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standard provides for backward compatibility with the 802.11b standard, so both
802.11b and 802.11g Wireless stations can be used simultaneously.
Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are
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supported.
WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key
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sizes of 64 Bit and 128 Bit are supported.
WPA-PSK support. Support for WPA-PSK is included. WPA-PSK is more
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secure than WEP, and should be used if possible.
WPA2-PSK support. Support for WPA2-PSK is also included. WPA2-PSK
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uses the extremely secure AES encryption method.
Wireless MAC Access Control. The Wireless Access Control feature can
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check the MAC address (hardware address) of Wireless stations to ensure that
only trusted Wireless Stations can access your LAN.
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Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be
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changed quickly and easily.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The Wireless Broadband router incorporates a 4-port
10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a
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dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Wireless Broadband router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are
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supported; via the Wireless Broadband router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol)
support and built-in static routing table.
Configuration & Management
• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for
configuration.
Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration
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data from the Wireless Broadband router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file to the Wireless Broadband router.
Remote Management. The Wireless Broadband router can be managed from
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any PC on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally)
be configured via the Internet.
Network Diagnostics. You can use the Wireless Broadband router to perform
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a Ping or DNS lookup.
UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery
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and configuration of the Wireless 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.
Wireless LAN Security. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is supported, as well
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as Wireless access control to prevent unknown wireless stations from accessing
your LAN.
NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation)
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technology 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 Wireless Broadband router.
Stated Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all
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incoming 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
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your Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so
much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The Wireless Broadband router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
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Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• WBR-3408
• Power Adapter
• Dipole Antenna
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD Manual
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
Figure 2: Front Panel
Power LED On - Power on.
Off - No power.
WLAN LED On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready
for use.
Off - No Wireless connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless
access point. Data includes "network traffic" as well as user data.
Internet LED On - Internet connection is available.
Off - No Internet connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received.
WAN LED On - Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN
(Internet) port is established.
Off - No connection to the Broadband Modem.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
LAN (1~4)
LEDs
On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.
Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corre-
sponding LAN (hub) port.
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Rear Panel
Figure 3: Rear Panel
Antenna
WAN
LAN
Reset Button
2dBi detachable antenna.
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.
If required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any
LAN port will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when
necessary.
This button has two (2) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the Wireless
Broadband router will reboot (restart).
• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL
data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the
RED LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The Wireless Broadband router
is now using the factory default values.
Power port
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless Broadband router.
Requirements
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45
connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL
or Cable modem (for WAN port usage)
• To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the
IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.
Procedure
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Figure 4: Installation Diagram
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1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless Broadband router.
Ensure the Wireless Broadband router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered
OFF.
For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless
Broadband router should be positioned in a central location
with minimum obstructions between the Wireless Broadband router and the PCs.
Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access
Points should use different Channels.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router will automatically
function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router and power
up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware
damage
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the
PC is also ON.)
• The WAN LED should be ON.
• The WLAN LED should be ON
For more information, refer to
Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the Wireless Broadband router.
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Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Wireless setup
• 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 Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router operation and
Status.
Use any of the following Advanced features:
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Internet (Special Applications, DMZ)
• Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)
• WAN Port
Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• Config File download/upload
• Logs
• Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)
• Options (Backup DNS, UPnP)
• PC Database
• QoS
• Remote Management
• Routing (RIP and static Routing)
• Security settings
• Upgrade Firmware
Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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Configuration Program
The Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless Broadband router.
The PC and the Wireless Broadband router must be directly connected (using the
Hub ports on the Wireless Broadband router) or on the same LAN segment.
• The Wireless Broadband router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the Wireless 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 Wireless
Broadband router is allocated a new IP Address during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router,
you can accept the desktop shortcut.
• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP de-
vices in My Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router:
1. After installing the Wireless 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 Wireless Broad-
band router, as in this example, which uses the Wireless Broadband router's
default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
Because the default password is blank, your will not be prompted for a password.
However, you should assign a password. See the Password section later in this
chapter for details.
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If you can't connect
If the Wireless Broadband router does not respond, check the following:
• The Wireless 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 Wireless 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 Wireless
Broadband router's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, the Net-
work 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 Wireless Broadband router are on the
same network segment. (If you don't have a broadband router, this
must be the case.)
• Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface. The Wireless interface
can only be used if its configuration matches your PC's wireless settings.
Setup
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the Wireless Broadband router, the Setup Wizard will run
automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Wireless Broadband router's
default settings are restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
• You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP.
Check the data supplied by your ISP.
• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be established.
3. If the connection test fails:
• Check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly.
• If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) ad-
dress of your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modem screen, use the
"Clone MAC address" button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the
Wireless Broadband router.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name,
or MAC (physical) address.
IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically.
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User name and password.
Setup
PPTP PPTP is mainly used in
Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically, but may be
Static (Fixed).
• Server IP Address.
• User name and pass-
• IP Address allocated to
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Big Pond (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• Big Pond Server IP address
word.
you, if Static (Fixed).
None.
IP Address allocated to
you.
SingTel RAS
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• RAS Plan
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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 5: Home Screen
Navigation & Data Input
• Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser,
for navigation.
• Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes
you may have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will
be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
display help for that screen.
From any help screen, you can access the list of all
help files (help index).
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LAN Screen
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is
shown below.
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
DHCP Server
IP address for the Wireless 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.
The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")
networks. For other networks, use the Network Mask for the
LAN segment to which the Wireless Broadband router is attached. i.e. the same value as the PCs on that LAN segment.
• If Enabled, the Wireless Broadband router will allocate IP
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the
• Enter the desired values for DNS IP Address, Gateway IP
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Figure 6: LAN Screen
Addresses to PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN when they
start up. The default (and recommended) value is Enabled.
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be reconfigured to treat the Wireless Broadband router as the default Gateway. See the following section for further details.
values used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP clients. This range also determines the
number of DHCP clients supported.
Address and Leased Time, if preferred.
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Buttons
Save
Cancel
Save any changes you have made. Note that if you change the
Wireless Broadband router's IP address, your connection will be
lost. You will have to re-connect using the new IP address.
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and
reload the file from the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router can act as a DHCP server.
• Windows 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 Broadband routers, this means there must only
be one (1) DHCP Server on your LAN.)
Using the Wireless 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 Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router's, the following procedure is
required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Wireless Broadband router. This setting is
on the LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Wireless Broadband router's IP Address as the Default Gateway.
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To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 98/ME.
See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Wireless Screen
The Wireless Broadband router's settings must match the other Wireless stations.
Note that the Wireless Broadband router will automatically accept both 802.11b and
802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature.
To change the Wireless Broadband router's default settings for the Wireless Access
Point feature, use the Wireless link on the main menu to reach the Wireless screen.
An example screen is shown below.
Data - Wireless Screen
Identification
Station name
Region
On your PC, some Wireless status screens may display this
name as the Access Point in use.
Select your region from the drop-down list. This field displays the
region of operation for which the wireless interface is intended. It
may not be legal to operate the broadband router in a region
other than the region shown here. If your country or region is not
listed, please check with your local government agency for more
information on which channels you are allowed to use, and
select a region which allows those channels. (The channel list
changes according to the selected region.)
Figure 7: Wireless Screen
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SSID
Options
Mode
Channel No.
Broadcast
SSID
• If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access
points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set
Identifier).
• To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same
SSID/ESSID.
Select the desired mode:
• g & b - Both 802.11.g and 802.11b Wireless stations will be
able to use the Wireless Broadband router.
• g only - Only 802.11g Wireless stations can use the Wire-
less Broadband router.
• b only - Only 802.11b connections are available. 802.11g
Wireless Stations will only be able to use the Wireless
Broadband router if they are fully backward-compatible with
the 802.11b standard.
This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It
should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless
you notice interference problems with another nearby access
point.
If Enabled, the SSID will broadcast its name to all Wireless
Stations. Stations which have no SSID (or a "null" value) can
then adopt the correct SSID for connections to this Access
Point.
Wireless Security
Current Setting
Configure
Button
Access Point
Enable Access
Point
Allow LAN
access
Allow Internet
access
The current security setting is displayed.
Click this button to access the Wireless security sub-screen, and
modify the security settings as required. See the following section for details.
• If Enabled, wireless stations will be able to locate and use
this Access Point.
• If Disabled, the wireless interface is disabled, and will nei-
ther transmit nor receive wireless traffic.
• The Wireless (WLAN) LED on the front panel will remain
OFF if the Wireless interface is disabled.
• All Wireless Stations - All wireless stations can use the
access point to access your LAN.
• Selected Wireless stations only - Only selected wireless
stations access your LAN. To select the required wireless
stations, click the "Select Stations" button.
• All Wireless Stations - All wireless stations can use the
access point to access the Internet.
• Selected Wireless stations only - Only selected wireless
stations use the access point to access the Internet. To select the required wireless stations, click the "Select Stations"
button.
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Buttons
Configure
Select Stations
Save
Cancel
Click this button to view the Wireless security sub-screen.
Click this button to select the required PCs.
Save the data on screen.
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered
since the last "Save" operation.
Wireless Security Screen
This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure" button on the Wireless screen.
There are 3 options for Wireless security:
• Disabled - no data encryption is used.
• WEP - data is encrypted using the WEP standard.
• WPA1/2-PSK - data is encrypted using the WPA standard. This is a later standard
than WEP, and provides much better security than WEP.
Wireless Security - WEP
Data - WEP Screen
Authentication
Key Size
Normally this can be left at the default value of "Automatic." If
that fails, select the appropriate value - "Open System" or
"Shared Key." Check your wireless card's documentation to see
what method to use.
Select the WEP Encryption level:
• 64-bit (sometimes called 40-bit) encryption. You must enter
• 128-bit encryption. You must enter at least the default key.
Figure 8: WEP Screen
at least the default key. For 64 Bit Encryption, the key size is
10 chars in HEX (0~9 and A~F).
For 128 Bit Encryption, the key size is 26 chars in HEX (0~9
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and A~F).
• Use the radio buttons to select the default key.
• Enter the key value you wish to use. Other stations must
have the same key values.
• Keys must be entered in Hex. Hex characters are the digits
(0 ~ 9) and the letters A ~ F.
Passphrase
Enter a word or group of printable characters in the Passphrase
box and click the "Generate " button to automatically configure
the WEP Key(s). If encryption strength is set to 64 bit, then each
of the four key fields will be populated with key values. If encryption strength is set to 128 bit, then only the selected WEP key
field will be given a key value.
Wireless Security - WPA1/2-PSK
If "WPA1/2-PSK" is selected, the screen will look like the following example.
Figure 9: WPA1/2-PSK Screen
Data - WPA1/2-PSK screen
Authentication
PSK
Key Lifetime
Select the desired option:
• WPA-PSK: Like WEP, data is encrypted before trans-
mission. WPA is more secure than WEP, and should be
used if possible.
• WPA2-PSK: This is a further development of WPA-PSK,
and offers even greater security.
• WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK: This method, sometimes called
"Mixed Mode", allows clients to use EITHER WPA-PSK
OR WPA2-PSK.
Enter the Network key value. Data is encrypted using a key
derived from the network key. Other Wireless Stations must
use the same network key. The PSK must be from 8 to 63
characters in length.
This determines how often the encryption key is changed.
Enter the desired value.
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Encryption
Select the desired option. Wireless Stations must use the
same method.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Broadband
router.
Figure 10: Password Screen
Setup
Once you have assigned a password to the Wireless Broadband router (on the Pass-
word 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 11: Password Dialog
• Leave the "User Name" blank.
• Enter the password for the Wireless Broadband router, as set on the Password
screen above.
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Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN.
4
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Internet Access configuration
• Wireless configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the
Wireless Broadband router.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router settings, and the default
Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the Wireless Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server, automati-
cally providing a suitable IP Address (and related information) to each PC when
the PC boots.
• For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a
DHCP client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are required:
• The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Wireless Broadband router
• The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
If your LAN has a Broadband router, the LAN Administrator must re-configure the Broadband router itself. Refer
to Chapter 8 - Advanced Setup for details.
PC Configuration
Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME:
1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 12: 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 13: IP Address (Win 9x)
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 Wireless
Broadband router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Wireless 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 Wireless Broadband router's IP address in the New
Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise
you of the IP Address they assigned to the Wireless Broadband router.
Figure 14: Gateway Tab (Win 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 15: DNS Tab (Win 98)
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PC Configuration
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 16: 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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