LEVEL ONE WBR-3460 User Manual
LevelOne
WBR-3460
11g Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router
1WAN 4LAN, QoS, VPN
User Manual
V1.0.0-0608
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router User Guide
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................................... 4
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router Features ....................................................4
Package Contents ................................................................................................ 7
Physical Details .................................................................................................... 8
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION..................................................................................... 10
Requirements...................................................................................................... 10
Procedure............................................................................................................ 10
CHAPTER 3 SETUP ................................................................................................... 12
Overview.............................................................................................................. 12
Configuration Program...................................................................................... 14
Setup Wizard....................................................................................................... 15
Configuring VC2, VC3 and VC4......................................................................... 18
Home Screen....................................................................................................... 20
LAN Screen ......................................................................................................... 21
Wireless Screen.................................................................................................. 23
Wireless Security................................................................................................ 26
Trusted Wireless Stations ................................................................................. 28
Password Screen................................................................................................ 30
Mode Screen ....................................................................................................... 31
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION........................................................................... 32
Overview.............................................................................................................. 32
Windows Clients................................................................................................. 32
Macintosh Clients............................................................................................... 40
Linux Clients....................................................................................................... 40
Other Unix Systems ........................................................................................... 40
Wireless Station Configuration......................................................................... 41
Wireless Configuration on Windows XP.......................................................... 41
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS.................................................................. 51
Operation - Router Mode ................................................................................... 51
Status Screen...................................................................................................... 51
Connection Status - PPPoE & PPPoA.............................................................. 55
Connection Details - Dynamic IP Address....................................................... 56
Connection Details - Fixed IP Address ............................................................ 58
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES ...................................................................... 59
Overview.............................................................................................................. 59
Internet................................................................................................................. 59
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server).............................................................. 64
Firewall Rules ..................................................................................................... 66
User-defined Services........................................................................................ 71
Options................................................................................................................ 73
Schedule.............................................................................................................. 74
Virtual Servers .................................................................................................... 76
VPN Setup ........................................................................................................... 79
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION .......................................................... 89
Overview.............................................................................................................. 89
PC Database........................................................................................................ 90
Config File........................................................................................................... 94
Logs ..................................................................................................................... 95
E-mail................................................................................................................... 97
Diagnostics ......................................................................................................... 99
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Introduction
Qos..................................................................................................................... 101
Remote Administration.................................................................................... 103
Routing.............................................................................................................. 105
Upgrade Firmware............................................................................................ 109
CHAPTER 8 MODEM MODE.................................................................................... 110
Overview............................................................................................................ 110
Management Connections............................................................................... 110
Home Screen..................................................................................................... 111
Mode Screen ..................................................................................................... 112
Operation...........................................................................................................112
Status Screen.................................................................................................... 113
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................... 115
Overview............................................................................................................ 115
General Problems............................................................................................. 115
Internet Access................................................................................................. 115
Wireless Access............................................................................................... 116
APPENDIX B ABOUT WIRELESS LANS................................................................ 118
Modes ................................................................................................................ 118
BSS/ESS............................................................................................................ 118
Channels............................................................................................................ 119
WEP.................................................................................................................... 119
WPA-PSK...........................................................................................................119
Wireless LAN Configuration............................................................................ 120
APPENDIX C ABOUT VPNS.................................................................................... 121
Overview............................................................................................................ 121
Common VPN Situations................................................................................. 123
VPN Example..................................................................................................... 124
APPENDIX D SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................. 128
Multi-Function Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router ...................................... 128
Wireless Interface............................................................................................. 128
Regulatory Approvals...................................................................................... 129
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Router's
features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router. The
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is a multi-function device providing the following
services:
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ADSL2/2+ Modem.
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Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.
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VPN Gateway to allow secure VPN connections over the Internet.
4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
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Figure 1: Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router Features
The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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).
Built-in ADSL2/2+ Modem. The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router has a
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built-in ADSL2/2+ modem, supporting all common ADSL connections.
IPoA, PPPoE, PPPoA, Direct Connection Support. The Wireless
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ADSL2/2+ Modem Router supports all common connection methods.
Auto-detection of Internet Connection Method. In most situations, the
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Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router can test your ADSL and Internet connection to
determine the connection method used by your ISP.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (ADSL port) connection, the
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Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Application Level Gateways (ALGs). 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.
Special Applications. This feature, also called Port Triggering, allows you to
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use Internet applications which normally do not function when used behind a firewall.
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.
Dynamic DNS Support. DDNS, when used with the Virtual Servers feature,
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allows users to connect to Servers on your LAN using a Domain Name, even if
you have a dynamic IP address which changes every time you connect.
URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN
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users.
Firewall. As well as the built-in firewall to protect your LAN, you can define
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Firewall Rules to determine which incoming and outgoing traffic should be permitted.
Scheduling. Both the URL Filter and Firewall rules can be scheduled to operate
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only at certain times. This provides great flexibility in controlling Internet -bound
traffic.
Logs. Define what data is recorded in the Logs, and optionally send log data to a
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Syslog Server. Log data can also be E-mailed to you.
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.
VPN Features
• IPSec Support. IPSec is the most common protocol.
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Easy Configuration. The configuration required to allow 2 Wireless ADSL2/2+
Modem Routers to establish a VPN connection between them is easy accomplished.
Wireless Features
• Standards Compliant. The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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. WEP encrypts any data before transmission, providing protection against snoopers.
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WPA-PSK support. Like WEP, WPA-PSK encrypts any data before transmis-
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sion, providing protection against snoopers. The WPA-PSK is a later standard
than WEP, and provides both easier configuration and greater security than WEP.
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.
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 ADSL2/2+ Modem 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
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local
LAN and WLAN.
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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router to your PC, and restore (upload)
a previously-saved configuration file to the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
Remote Management. The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router can be man-
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aged from any PC on your LAN or Wireless LAN. And, if the Internet connection
exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.
Network Diagnostics. You can use the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router to
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perform a Ping or DNS lookup.
Security Features
• Password - protected Configuration. Password protection is provided to
prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.
Wireless LAN Security. WPA-PSK, WEP and Wireless access control by
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MAC address are all supported. The MAC-level access control feature can be
used 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incoming server re-
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quests 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router incorporates protection against DoS
attacks.
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Package Contents
The following items should be included. If any of these items are damaged or missing,
please contact your dealer immediately.
• WBR-3460A/B
• Power Adapter
• Cat-5 Ethernet (LAN) cable (Yellow Color)
• RJ-11 (ADSL) cable (Gray Color)
• RJ-11 to RJ45 cable (WBR-3460B Only/Gray Color)
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD Manual
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
Figure 2: Front Panel
Power LED
(Green)
Status LED
(Yellow)
LAN
ADSL On - ADSL connection established.
WLAN On - Wireless enabled.
On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware
Upgrade.
For each port, there are 2 LEDs, to indicate the connection speed
(10BaseT or 100BaseT) of each port.
• 100BT - This will be ON if the LAN connection is using
100BaseT, and Blinking if data is being transferred via the corresponding LAN port.
• 10BT - This will be ON if the LAN connection is using 10BaseT,
and Blinking if data is being transferred via the corresponding
LAN port.
• If neither LED is on, there is no active connection on the corre-
sponding LAN port.
Off - No ADSL connection currently exists.
Flashing – ADSL is synchronizing.
Off - No Wireless connections currently exist.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless
access point. This includes "network traffic" as well as user data.
Internet On - Internet connection is available.
Off - No Internet connection available.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the ADSL
connection.
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Rear Panel
Figure 3: Rear Panel
ADSL port
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
Reset Button
(Reset to Defaults)
Power port
Connect this port to your ADSL line.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your
PCs to these ports.
Note:
Any LAN port on the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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.
This button will reset the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router to
the factory default settings.
To do this, press and hold the Reset Button for five (5) seconds, until the Status LED is lit, then release the Reset Button,
and wait the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router to restart
using the factory default values.
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Wireless ADSL2/2+
Modem Router.
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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 a DSL connec-
tion.
• To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the
IEEE 802.11g or IEEE 802.11b specifications.
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem
Router.
For best Wireless reception and performance, the Wireless
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router should be positioned in a central
location with minimum obstructions between the Wireless
Installation
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router and the PCs.
Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access
Points should assign different Channels.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Connect ADSL Cable
Connect the supplied ADSL cable from to the ADSL port on the Wireless
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router (the RJ11 connector) to the ADSL terminator provided
by your phone company.
4. Power Up
Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware
damage.
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• The Status LED should flash, and then turn Off. If it stays on or blinking after 60
seconds, there is a hardware error.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, one of the LAN LEDs should be ON (provided the
PC is also ON.)
• The WLAN LED should be ON
• The ADSL LED should be ON if ADSL line is connected.
• The Internet LED may be OFF. After configuration, it should come 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem
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 ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router operation
and Status.
Use any of the following Advanced features:
• Internet (DMZ, Special Applications, URL Filter)
• Dynamic DNS
• Firewall Rules
• Firewall Services
• Schedule
• Virtual Servers
• VPN
Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Setup
Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• PC Database
• Config File
• Logging
• E-mail
• Diagnostics
• Remote Admin
• Routing
• Upgrade Firmware
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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Configuration Program
The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 7.1 or later.
• Mozilla 1.6 or later
• Internet Explorer V5.5 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router, please ensure
that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem
Router. The PC and the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router) or on the
same LAN segment.
• The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is allocated a new IP Address during configuration.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router:
1. After installing the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+
Modem Router, as in this example, which uses the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem
Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
4. When prompted for the User name and Password, enter values as follows:
• User name admin
• Password password
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If you can't connect
If the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router does not respond, check the
following:
• The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+
Modem 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
ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router are on
the same network segment. (If you don't have a 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 Wizard
The first time you connect to the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router, you should run
the Setup Wizard to configure the ADSL and Internet Connection.
1. Click the Setup Wizard link on the main menu
2. On the first screen, select VC 1 (Router - Primary Internet Connection), then click
"Next"
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Figure 5: Setup Wizard Home Page
3. On the VC1 screen, shown below, enter the VPI and VCI values provided by your
ISP, then click "Next".
Figure 6: Setup Wizard - VC1
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Setup
Figure 7: Setup Wizard - Internet Access
4. On the Internet Access Screen, shown above, select the correct connection type,
as used by your ISP. Click "Next" and complete the configuration for your connection method.
• You need the data supplied by your ISP. Your ISP's data will also have the
DSL Multiplexing Method ( LLC or VC )
• The common connection types are explained in the following table..
Connection Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Usually, the connection is
"Always on".
PPPoE, PPPoA You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address is usually allocated
automatically.
IPoA
(IP over ATM)
Normally, the connection is
"Always on".
5. Step through the Wizard until finished.
Often, none.
Some ISP's may require you to
use a particular Hostname or
Domain name, or MAC (physical) address.
IP Address allocated to you,
and related information, such
as Network Mask, Gateway IP
address, and DNS address.
a) User name and password
are always required.
b) If using a Static (Fixed) IP
address, you need the IP
address and related information (Network Mask, Gateway
IP address, and DNS address)
IP Address allocated to you,
and related information, such
as Network Mask, Gateway IP
address, and DNS address.
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6. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be established.
7. If the connection test fails:
• Check all connections, and the front panel LEDs.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly.
Configuring VC2, VC3 and VC4
The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router supports multiple VCs (Virtual Circuits) on the
ADSL connection.
VC1 must be used for general-purpose Internet access. The other VCs (VC2, VC3
and VC4) are available for special purposes, such as Video-on-Demand.
You can only use these VCs if supported by your ISP and ADSL service provider. In
that case, they will provide the necessary configuration data.
Some ISP's allow multiple PPPoE connections. This allows
multiple PCs to connect to the Internet using PPPoE client
software. When using the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router,
multiple PPPoE connections are neither necessary nor supported.
To Configure additional VCs
1. Start the Setup Wizard again.
2. On the first screen, select VC2, and click "Next"
3. Configure the VC setup screen as described below, then click "Next".
Figure 8: Setup Wizard - VC2
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Setup
Setup Wizard VC Screen
VC
Enable
VPI
VCI
Multiplexing
ATM Service
IP Address
The VC number is displayed (VC2, VC3, or VC4)
To use this VC, you must enable it by checking this checkbox.
Enter the VPI value provided by your ISP.
Enter the VPI value provided by your ISP.
Select the multiplexing value provided by your ISP.
Select the multiplexing value provided by your ISP.
Enter the IP address of the device on your LAN which will re-
ceive the data on this VC.
• For Video-on-Demand, this would be the IP address of your
SetTop Box.
• For VoIP, this would be the IP address of your VoIP TA.
• Note that this IP address does not have to be in the same IP
address range as other devices on your local LAN.
4. When finished, click "Next" and complete the Wizard.
5. After completing the Wizard, you can check the Status screen to see the VC has
been corrected established.
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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 9: Home Screen
Main Menu
The main menu, on the left, contains links to the most-commonly used screen. To see
the links to the other available screens, click "Advanced"
The main menu also contains two (2) buttons:
• Log Out - When finished, you should click this button to logout.
• Restart - Use this if you wish to restart the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
Note that restarting the Router will break any existing connections to or through
the Router.
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.
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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 10: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
DHCP Server
IP address for the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 Subnet Mask for the LAN
segment to which the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is
attached (the same value as the PCs on that LAN segment).
• If Enabled, the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router will
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
allocate IP Addresses to PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN
when they start up. The default (and recommended) value is
Enabled.
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be reconfigured to treat the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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.
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DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to
a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request.
• The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).
• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well
as allocating an IP Address.
• The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem 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 ADSL2/2+ Modem Router's, the following
procedure is required.
• Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router. This
setting is on the LAN screen.
• Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router's
IP Address as the Default Gateway.
To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP for all non-Server versions of Windows.
See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Wireless Screen
The Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router's settings must match the other Wireless
stations.
Note that the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router will automatically accept both
802.11b and 802.11g connections, and no configuration is required for this feature.
To change the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem 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
Region
Station name
Select the correct domain for your location. It is your responsibility to ensure:
• That the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router is only used in
domains for which is licensed.
• That you select the correct domain, so that only the legal
channels for that domain can be selected.
This is the same as the "Device Name" for the Wireless
ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
Figure 11: Wireless Screen
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SSID
Options
Mode
This is also called the "Network Name".
• 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:
• 802.11G-plus (TI) This allows clients to use any of the
following modes:
• Standard 802.11b
• 802.11B+ (Texas Instruments proprietary enhanced
mode)
• Standard 802.11g
• 802.11G-plus (Texas Instruments proprietary enhanced
mode). This mode can increase throughput by up to
50%, but will only work between compatible TI wireless
stations.
• 802.11g & 802.11b - Both 802.11.g and 802.11b Wireless
stations will be able to use the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem
Router.
• 802.11g only - Only 802.11g Wireless stations can use the
Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router.
• 802.11b only - Only 802.11b connections are available.
802.11g Wireless Stations will only be able to use the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router if they are fully backwardcompatible with the 802.11b standard.
Channel No.
Broadcast
SSID
Wireless Security
Current Setting
Configure
Button
Select the Channel you wish to use on your Wireless LAN.
• If you experience interference (shown by lost connections
and/or slow data transfers) you may need to experiment with
different channels to see which is the best.
• If using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points
should use different Channels to reduce interference.
If enabled, the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router will broadcast
its SSID. This allows PCs and other wireless stations to detect
this Access Point and use the correct SSID.
If disabled, PC users will have to manually enter the SSID and
other details of the wireless interface before they can connect to
this Access Point.
The current Wireless security is displayed. The default value is
Disabled.
Click this button to access the Wireless security sub-screen, and
view or change the settings. See the following section for details.
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Access Point
Enable Wire-
less
Access Point
Allow access
by …
Set Stations
Button
Enable this if you want to use Wireless Access Point function.
If disabled, no Wireless stations can use the Access Point
function, and all connections must be made via the wired LAN.
Use this feature to determine which Wireless stations can use
the Access Point. The options are:
• All Wireless Stations - All wireless stations can use the
access point, provided they have the correct SSID and security settings.
• Trusted Wireless stations only - Only wireless stations
you designate as "Trusted" can use the Access Point, even
if they have the correct SSID and security settings.
This feature uses the MAC address to identify Wireless stations. The MAC address is a low-level network identifier
which is unique to each PC or network device.
To define the trusted wireless stations, use the "Set Stations" button.
Click this button to manage the trusted PC database.
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Wireless Security
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.
• WPA-PSK - data is encrypted using the WPA-PSK standard. This is a later stan-
dard than WEP, and provides much better security than WEP. If all your Wireless
stations support WPA-PSK, you should use WPA-PSK rather than WEP.
WEP Wireless Security
Data - WEP Screen
WEP Data Encryption
WEP Data
Encryption
Authentication
Type
Default Key
Select the desired option, and ensure the Wireless Stations use
the same setting.
• 64 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before
• 128 Bit - data is encrypted, using the default key, before
Normally, this should be left at the default value of "Automatic".
If changed to "Open System" or "Shared Key", ensure that your
Wireless Stations use the same setting.
Select the key you wish to be the default. Transmitted data is
ALWAYS encrypted using the Default Key; the other Keys are
for decryption only.
Figure 12: WEP
being transmitted. You must enter at least the default key.
For 64 Bit Encryption, the key size is 10 chars in HEX (0~9
and A~F).
being transmitted. You must enter at least the default key.
For 128 Bit Encryption, the key size is 26 chars in HEX (0~9
and A~F).
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You must enter a Key Value for the Default Key.
Key Value Enter the key value or values you wish to use. The Default Key
is required, the other keys are optional. Other stations must
have the same key.
Passphrase
If desired, you can generate a key from a phrase, instead of
entering the key value directly. Enter the desired phrase, and
click the "Generate Keys" button.
WPA-PSK Wireless Security
Figure 13: WPA-PSK
Data - WPA-PSK Screen
Security
System
WPA-PSK
Like WEP, data is encrypted before transmission. WPA is
more secure than WEP, and should be used if possible. WPAPSK is the version of WPA, which does NOT require a Radius
Server on your LAN.
PSK
WPA Encryption
Enter the PSK (network key). 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.
The WPA-PSK standard allows different encryption methods to
be used. Select the desired option. Wireless Stations must use
the same encryption method.
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Trusted Wireless Stations
This feature can be used to prevent unknown Wireless stations from using the Access
Point. This list has no effect unless the setting Allow access by trusted stations only is
enabled.
To change the list of trusted wireless stations, use the Modify List button on the Ac-
cess Control screen. You will see a screen like the sample below.
Figure 14: Trusted Wireless Stations
Data - Trusted Wireless Stations
Trusted Wireless
Stations
Other Wireless
Stations
Name
Address
Buttons
<<
This lists any Wireless Stations which you have designated
as “Trusted”.
This list any Wireless Stations detected by the Access Point,
which you have not designated as "Trusted".
The name assigned to the Trusted Wireless Station. Use this
when adding or editing a Trusted Station.
The MAC (physical) address of the Trusted Wireless Station.
Use this when adding or editing a Trusted Station.
Add a Trusted Wireless Station to the list (move from the
"Other Stations" list).
• Select an entry (or entries) in the "Other Stations" list,
and click the " << " button.
• Enter the Address (MAC or physical address) of the
wireless station, and click the "Add " button.
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>>
Edit
Add (Update)
Clear
Delete a Trusted Wireless Station from the list (move to the
"Other Stations" list).
• Select an entry (or entries) in the "Trusted Stations" list.
• Click the " >> " button.
Use this to change an existing entry in the "Trusted Stations"
list:
1. Select the Station in the Trusted Station list.
2. Click the Edit button. The address will be copied to the
"Address" field, and the Add button will change to Up-
date.
3. Edit the address (MAC or physical address) as required.
4. Click Update to save your changes.
To add a Trusted Station which is not in the "Other Wireless
Stations" list, enter the required data and click this button.
When editing an existing Wireless Station, this button will
change from Add to Update.
Clear the Name and Address fields.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless ADSL2/2+
Modem Router.
Figure 15: Password Screen
Old Password
New password
Verify pass-
word
You will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below.
Enter the existing password in this field.
Enter the new password here.
Re-enter the new password here.
Figure 16: Password Dialog
• The "User Name" is always admin
• Enter the password for the Wireless ADSL2/2+ Modem Router, as set on the
Password screen above.
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