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User Guide

Wireless-G Broadband Router

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4

Network Topology 4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4
Network Layout 5

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6

The Back 6
The Front Panel 7

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 8

Hardware Installation for Connection to the Broadband Router 8

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 10

Overview 10
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 11
The Setup Tab - DDNS 16
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 17
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 18
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 19
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 20
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access 22
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 23
The Security Tab - Filter 25
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 26
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forwarding 27
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 28
The Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding 28
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 29
The Administration Tab - Management 30
The Administration Tab - Log 31
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 32
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 32

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The Status Tab - Router 33
The Status Tab - Local Network 34
The Status Tab - Wireless 34

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 35

Common Problems and Solutions 35
Frequently Asked Questions 43

Appendix B: Wireless Security 49

Security Precautions 49
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 49

Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 52
Appendix D: Windows Help 53
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 54

Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 54
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 55
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 55

Appendix F: Glossary 56
Appendix G: Specifications 63
Appendix H: Warranty Information 65
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 66
Appendix J: Contact Information 68

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List of Figures

Figure 3-1: The Broadband Router’s Back Panel 6
Figure 3-2: The Broadband Router’s Front Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection 8
Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 9
Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 9
Figure 5-1: Password Screen 10
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 11
Figure 5-3: Static IP Connection Type 11
Figure 5-4: PPPoE Connection Type 12
Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type 12
Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type 12
Figure 5-7: HeartBeat Signal Connection Type 13
Figure 5-8: L2TP Connection Type 13
Figure 5-9: Optional Settings 14
Figure 5-10: Router IP 14
Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings 15
Figure 5-12: Time Setting 15
Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS 16
Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - TZO 16
Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 17
Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 18
Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Routing Table 19
Figure 5-18: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless 19
Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Pre-Shared Key) 20
Figure 5-20: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA RADIUS) 20
Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 21
Figure 5-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Network Access 22
Figure 5-23: Wireless Client MAC List 22
Figure 5-24: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 23
Figure 5-25: Security Tab - Filter 25

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Figure 5-26: List of PCs 25
Figure 5-27: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 26
Figure 5-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 27
Figure 5-29: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 28
Figure 5-30: Applications and Gaming Tab - UPnP Forwarding 28
Figure 5-31: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 29
Figure 5-32: Administration Tab - Management 30
Figure 5-33: Backup and Restore Configuration 30
Figure 5-34: Administration Tab - Log 31
Figure 5-35: The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 32
Figure 5-36: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 32
Figure 5-37: Status Tab - Router 33
Figure 5-38: Status Tab - Local Network 34
Figure 5-39: DHCP Client Table 34
Figure 5-40: Status Tab - Wireless 34
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 52
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 54
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 54
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 54
Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 55
Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 55

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router. The Wireless-G Broadband Router will allow
you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely.

How does the Wireless-G Broadband Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet
connection over a network. With the Wireless-G Broadband Router, this access can be shared over the four
switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at either 11Mbps for Wireless-B or 54Mbps for Wireless-G. In
addition, the WPA standard provides greater security opportunities while the whole network is protected through
a NAT technology. All of these security features, as well as full configurability, are accessed through the easy-to­use browser-based utility.

But what does all of this mean?

Networks are useful tools for sharing computer resources. You can access one printer from different computers
and access data located on another computer's hard drive. Networks are even used for playing multiplayer video
games. So, networks are not only useful in homes and offices, they can also be fun.

PCs on a wired network are connected with Ethernet cables, which is why the network is called “wired”.

PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. The Wireless-G
Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks,
allowing them to communicate with each other.

With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files and Internet
access—and even play games. All the while, the Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your networks from
unauthorized and unwelcome users.

When you first install the Router, you should use the Setup CD-ROM to make sure all settings are correct. If you do
not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you
connect the Wireless-G Broadband Router, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These
instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G Broadband Router.

Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome

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What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Broadband Router.

• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.

• Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.

• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.

• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.

• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-Based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-G Broadband
Router.

• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router.

• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.

• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so.

• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.

• Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter.
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router.

• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.

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• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router.

• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router.

• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router.

• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

Network Topology

A wireless network is exactly like a regular local network, except that each computer in your wireless network
uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a wireless network share the same frequency
channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the same wireless
network.

Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode

SSID: your wireless network’s name.

Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up: infrastructure
and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration is a wireless network and wired network communicating to each
other through an access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly
with each other. Choosing between these two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to
share data or peripherals with a wired network or not.

If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessible by a wired network or need to share a peripheral,
such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up in Infrastructure
mode. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the
Wireless-G Broadband Router, which serves as the main point of communications in a wireless network. The
Router transmits data to PCs equipped with wireless network adapters, which can roam within a certain radial
range of the Router. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in succession to extend the
roaming range, and you can set up your wireless network to communicate with your Ethernet hardware as well.

If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers on the
wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can be used. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless
transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other, eliminating the need for a wireless router or
access point. The drawback of this mode is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to
communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of course, communication between the wireless­equipped computers is limited by the distance and interference directly between them.

Infrastructure: a wireless network
that is bridged to a wired network via
an access point.

Ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly to each other
(peer-to-peer) without the use of an
access point.

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Network Layout

The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for use with both your 802.11b and 802.11g
products. Now, products using these standards can communicate with each other.

The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the Notebook
Adapters (WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Adapter (WMP54G, WMP11) for your desktop PC, and
USB Adapter (WUSB54G, WUSB11) when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Broadband Router will also
communicate with the Wireless PrintServer (WPS54GU2, WPS11) and Wireless Ethernet Bridges (WET54G,
WET11).

When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can use the Wireless-G
Broadband Router’s four network ports. To add more ports, any of the Wireless-G Broadband Router's network
ports can be connected to any of Linksys's switches (such as the EZXS55W or EZXS88W).

With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router.

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router

The Back

The Broadband Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the back panel.

Important: Resetting the Broadband Router to

Figure 3-1: The Broadband Router’s Back Panel

Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Broadband Router's factory defaults. Either press the Reset

Button, for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration tab -

Factory Defaults in the Broadband Router's Web-based Utility.

factory defaults will erase all of your settings
(WEP Encryption, Wireless and wired network
settings, etc.) and replace them with the
factory defaults. Do not reset the Broadband
Router if you want to retain these settings.

Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection.

1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Broadband Router to your networked PCs and other

Ethernet network devices.

Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.

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The Front Panel

The Router’s LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel.

Figure 3-2: The Broadband Router’s Front Panel

Power Green. The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on. When the

Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, this LED will flash. When
the diagnostic is complete, the LED will be solidly lit.

DMZ Green. The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is being used. This LED will remain lit

as long as DMZ is enabled.

WLAN Green. The WLAN LED lights up whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If the LED

is flashing, the Broadband Router is actively sending or receiving data over the network.

1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Broadband

Router’s back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Broadband Router
is successfully connected to a device through that port. A flashing LED indicates network
activity over that port.

Internet Green. The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection made through the Internet port.

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router

Hardware Installation for Connection to the Broadband Router

1. Power down your network devices.

2. Locate an optimum location for the Broadband Router. The best place for the Broadband Router is usually at
the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.

3. Fix the direction of the antenna. Try to place the Router in a position that will best cover your wireless
network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be.

4. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable to the Broadband Router’s Internet port. Then, connect the other
end of the Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL broadband modem.

Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection

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5. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Broadband Router’s numbered ports using standard
Ethernet network cabling.

Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices

6. Connect the AC power adapter to the Broadband Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical
outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Broadband Router. Use of a different adapter may result
in product damage.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power
adapter that is supplied with the Router. Use of a
different power adapter could damage the Router.

Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power

Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Router”.

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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router

Overview

When you first install the Router, you should use the Setup CD-ROM to make sure all settings are correct. If you do
not wish to run the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the Web-based Utility to configure the
Router. Advanced users can configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility.

This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed
via your web browser through the use of a computer connected to the Router. For a basic network setup, most
users will use these two screens of the Utility:

• Basic Setup. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your ISP.

• Management. Click the Administration tab and then the Management tab. The Router’s default password is
admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default.

There are six main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional
tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.

To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP
address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.

NOTE: When installing the Router for the first­time installation, you should use the Setup
Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM. If you want to
configure advanced settings, use this chapter
to learn about the Web-based Utility.

HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs
communicate over the network with this
protocol. Refer to “Appendix D: Windows Help”
for more information on TCP/IP.

A password request page will appear. (Windows XP users will see a similar screen.) Leave the User Name field
blank. The first time you open the Web-based Utility, use the default password admin. (You can set a new
password from the Administration tab’s Management screen.) Then click the OK button.

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Figure 5-1: Password Screen

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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup

The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Broadband Router's general
settings. Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or

Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.

Internet Setup

The Internet Setup section configures the Broadband Router to your Internet connection. Most of this information
can be obtained through your ISP.

Internet Connection Type

Choose the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop down menu.

• DHCP. By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is set to Obtain an IP Automatically, which should
be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.

Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup

• Static IP. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.

Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you

with the IP Address you need to specify here.

Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your
ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.

Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.

DNS. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.

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Figure 5-3: Static IP Connection Type

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• PPPoE. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet
connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use
PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE.

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has

been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.

Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.

• RAS. (for SingTel Users)

RAS is a service used in Singapore only. If you are using a RAS connection, check with your ISP for the
necessary setup information.

• PPTP. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.

Figure 5-4: PPPoE Connection Type

Specify Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, as seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide

you with the IP Address you need to specify here.

Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your
ISP will provide you with the Subnet Mask.

Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address.

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has

been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.

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Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type

Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type

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Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet

connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.

• HeartBeat Signal. HeartBeat Signal (HBS) is a service that applies to connections in Australia only.

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.

Heart Beat Server. This is the IP address that the Router has, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will

provide you with the IP Address you need to specify here.

Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.

Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.

• L2TP. Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is a service that tunnels Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) across the

Internet. It is used mostly in European countries.

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.

Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it

has been inactive for a specific period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been
terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your
connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand,
click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain on at all times, enter 0 in the Max Idle
Time field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access
disconnects.

Server IP Address. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s server. This is provided by your ISP.

Figure 5-7: HeartBeat Signal Connection Type

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Figure 5-8: L2TP Connection Type

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Keep Alive and Redial Period. This option keeps your Internet access connected indefinitely, even when it

sits idle. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet connection. If the connection
is down, then the Router will automatically re-establish the connection. To use this option, click the radio
button next to Keep Alive. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.

When you are finished, click the Save Settings button. Then click the Status tab, and click the Connect
button to start the connection.

Optional Settings

Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.

Router Name. In this field, you can type a name of up to 39 characters to represent the Router.

Host Name/Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs,

usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your
broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these
fields blank will work.

MTU. MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet
transmission. Thhis is disnabled by default. Enable this to manually enter the largest packet size that will be
transmitted. The recommended size, entered in the Size field, is 1492. You should leave this value in the 1200 to
1500 range. To have the Router select the best MTU for your Internet connection, select Disable.

Figure 5-9: Optional Settings

Network Setup

The Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports.
Wireless Setup is performed through the Wireless tab.

Router IP

This presents both the Router’s IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by your network.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

The settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The
Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to
each computer on your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, you must configure all
of your network PCs to connect to a DHCP server (the Router), and make sure there is no other DHCP server on
your network.

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Figure 5-10: Router IP

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DHCP Server. DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, or you
don’t want a DHCP server, then click the Disable radio button (no other DHCP features will be available).

Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the

Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.253. The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users. Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign
IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.

Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the
Router with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased”
this dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address.
The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

Static DNS (1-3). The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into
Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use
another, type that IP Address in one of these fields. You can type up to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The
Router will use these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.

WINS. The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) converts NetBIOS names to IP addresses. If you use a WINS
server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.

Time Setting

Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings

Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu.

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Figure 5-12: Time Setting

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The Setup Tab - DDNS

The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and
domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or
other server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service at
www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com, DDNS service providers.

DDNS

DDNS Service. If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, then select DynDNS.org in the drop-down
menu. If your DDNS service is provided by TZO, then select TZO.com. The features available on the DDNS screen
will vary, depending on which DDNS service provider you use.

DynDNS.org

User Name. Enter the User Name for your DDNS account

Password. Enter the Password for your DDNS account.

Host Name. The is the DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service.

Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s current IP Address as seen on the Internet.

Status. This displays the status of the DDNS connection.

TZO.com

Email Address. Enter the Email Address of the service you set up with TZO.

Password. Enter the TZO Password Key of the service you set up with TZO.

Domain Name. Enter the Domain Name of the service you set up with TZO.

Internet IP Address. The Router’s current Internet IP Address is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, this will

change.

Status. The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.

Change these settings as described here and click the Update button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes
to cancel your changes.

Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS

Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - TZO

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The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone

A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will
require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC
address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router
with the MAC Address Clone feature.

Enable/Disable. To have the MAC Address cloned, click the radio button beside Enable.

User Defined Entry. Enter the MAC Address registered with your ISP here.

Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.

Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone

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