Linksys WRT330N User Manual

2.4

WIRELESS

GHz

Wireless-N

Gigabit Gaming Router

User Guide

Model No.

WRT330N

Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2

Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4

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

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router 6

The Back Panel 6
The Front Panel 7
The Top Panel 7

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router 8

Hardware Installation 8

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router 9

Overview 9
How to Access the Web-based Utility 11
The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP 12
The SETUP Tab - Dynamic DNS 20
The SETUP Tab - MAC ADDRESS CLONE 21
The SETUP Tab - ADVANCED ROUTING 22
The WIRELESS Tab - BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS 23
The WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY 24
The WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS MAC FILTER 27
The WIRELESS Tab - ADVANCED WIRELESS SETTINGS 28
The WIRELESS Tab - WISH 29
The SECURITY Tab - FIREWALL 30
The SECURITY Tab - VPN PASSTHROUGH 31
The ACCESS RESTRICTIONS Tab - INTERNET ACCESSS POLICY 32
The APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - SINGLE PORT FORWARDING 33
The APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - PORT RANGE FORWARDING 34
The APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - PORT RANGE TRIGGERING 35
The APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - DMZ 36

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The APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - QOS 37
The ADMINISTRATION Tab- MANAGEMENT 39
The ADMINISTRATION Tab - LOG 41
The ADMINISTRATION Tab - DIAGNOSTICS 42
The ADMINISTRATION Tab - FACTORY DEFAULT 43
The ADMINISTRATION Tab - FIRMWARE UPGRADE 44
The STATUS Tab - ROUTER 45
The STATUS Tab - LOCAL NETWORK 46

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 50

Common Problems and Solutions 50
Frequently Asked Questions 58

Appendix B: Wireless Security 64

Security Precautions 64
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 64

Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 67
Appendix D: Windows Help 68
Appendix E:

Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 69
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 70

Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 69

Appendix F: Glossary 72
Appendix G: Specifications 77
Appendix H: Warranty Information 79
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 80
Appendix J: Contact Information 86

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List of Figures

Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel 6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 7
Figure 3-3: The Router’s Top Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connect the Modem 8
Figure 4-2: Connect a PC 8
Figure 4-3: Connect the Power 8
Figure 5-1: Router Login 11
Figure 5-2: SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP Static IP 12
Figure 5-3: Static IP: Internet Connection Type 14
Figure 5-4: Static IP: Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) 14
Figure 5-5: PPoE: Internet Connection Type 15
Figure 5-6: PPoE: Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) 15
Figure 5-7: PPTP: Internet Connection Type 17
Figure 5-8: PPTP: Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) 17
Figure 5-9: Telstra Cable: Internet Connection Type 18
Figure 5-10: Telstra Cable: Network Address Server Settings (DHCP) 18
Figure 5-11: SETUP Tab -DDNS-DynDNS.org 20
Figure 5-12: SETUP Tab -DDNS-tzo.com 20
Figure 5-13: SETUP Tab- MAC ADDRESS CLONE 21
Figure 5-14: SETUP Tab - ADVANCED ROUTING 22
Figure 5-15: Show Routing Table - Routing Table 22
Figure 5-16: WIRELESS Tab- BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS 23
Figure 5-17: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY - PSK Personal 24
Figure 5-18: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY - PSK2 Personal 24
Figure 5-19: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY - PSK Enterprise 25
Figure 5-20: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY - PSK2 Enterprise 25
Figure 5-21: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS SECURITY - WEP 26
Figure 5-22: WIRELESS Tab - WIRELESS MAC FILTER 27
Figure 5-23: WIRELESS Tab - ADVANCED WIRELESS SETTINGS 28
Figure 5-24: WIRELESS Tab - WISH 29
Figure 5-25: SECURITY Tab - FIREWALL 30

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Figure 5-26: SECURITY Tab - VPN PASSTHROUGH 31
Figure 5-27: ACCESS RESTRICTION Tab - INTERNET ACCESS POLICY 32
Figure 5-28: APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - SINGLE PORT FORWARDING 33
Figure 5-29: APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - PORT RANGE FORWARDING 34
Figure 5-30: APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - PORT RANGE TRIGGERING 35
Figure 5-31: APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - DMZ 36
Figure 5-32: APPLICATIONS & GAMING Tab - QOS 37
Figure 5-33: ADMINISTRATION Tab - MANAGEMENT 39
Figure 5-34: ADMINISTRATION Tab - LOG 41
Figure 5-35: ADMINISTRATION Tab - DIAGNOSTICS 42
Figure 5-36: ADMINISTRATION Tab - FACTORY DEFAULT 43
Figure 5-37: ADMINISTRATION Tab -FIRMWARE UPGRADE 44
Figure 5-38: STATUS Tab - ROUTER 45
Figure 5-39: STATUS Tab - LOCAL NETWORK 46
Figure 5-40: DHCP Client Table - Routing Table 46
Figure 5-41: STATUS Tab - WIRELESS NETWORK 47
Figure 5-42: Administration Log 47
Figure 5-43: Administration Diagnostics 47
Figure 5-44: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 47
Figure 5-45: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 47
Figure 5-46: Status Tab - Router 47
Figure 5-47: Status Tab - Local Network 47
Figure 5-48: DHCP Client Table- Routing Table 47
Figure 5-49: Status Tab - Wireless 47
Figure C-1: Firmware Upgrade 67
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 69
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 70
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 71
Figure E-4: Wireless MAC Filter 71
Figure E-5: MAC Address Cloning 71
Figure E-6: Wireless MAC Filter 71
Figure E-7: MAC Address Cloning 71

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router . The Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router will
allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely and
with a greater range of up to three times farther than standard Wireless-G.

How does the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an
Internet connection over a network. With the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router, this access can be shared over
the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast.

Use the WPA2 standard to secure your wireless network while the whole network is protected through a Stateful
Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology. The Router also offers VPN
passthrough and other features, which can be configured through the easy-to-use, browser-based utility.

The incredible speed of Wireless-N makes it ideal for media-centric applications like streaming video and Voice
over IP (VoIP) telephony, so your network can handle multiple data streams at the same time, with no degradation
in performance.

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 create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They 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. This is sometimes called
a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. The Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router bridges wireless and wired
networks, allowing them to communicate with each other.

Linksys recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you
do not wish to run the Setup Wizard, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Router and
configure it. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming
Router.

wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security
protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a
RADIUS server.

spi (stateful packet inspection) firewall: a technology
that inspects incoming packets of information before
allowing them to enter the network.

firewall: Security measures that protect the
resources of a local network from intruders.

nat (network address translation): NAT technology
translates IP addresses of a local area network to a
different IP address for the Internet.

lan (local area network): The computers and
networking products that make up the network in
your home or office.

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Welcome

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What’s in this User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming 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-N Gigabit Gaming Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.

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

• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-N Gigabit
Gaming Router.

• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming 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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What’s in this User Guide?

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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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What’s in this User Guide?

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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

Network Topology

A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each
computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN 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 (service set identifier): 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 WLAN and wired LAN 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-N Gigabit Gaming 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.

Network Layout

The Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router has been specifically designed for use with your Wireless-N, Wireless-G,
and Wireless-B products. It will work with notebook adapters for your laptop computers, PCI adapters for your

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-to­peer) without the use of an access point.

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desktop computers, and USB adapters for your USB connectivity needs. The Router can also communicate with
other devices, such as wireless print servers and bridges.

When you wish to connect your wireless network to your wired network, you can use the Router’s four local
Ethernet ports. To add more ports, connect one of the Router's local ports to any Linksys switch.

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-N Gigabit Gaming Router.

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router

The Back Panel

Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel

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

INTERNET The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband modem.
ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your wired PCs and other Ethernet network

devices.

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

for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration - Factory
Defaults tab of the Router's Web-based Utility.

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

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IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase all of
your settings (Internet connection, wireless
security, and other settings) and replace them
with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Router
if you want to retain these settings.

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The Front Panel

Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel

The Router’s LEDs are located on the front panel.

POWER Green. The POWER LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on.
ETHERNET 1, 2, 3, 4 Green/Orange. The numbered LEDs, correspond with the numbered ports on the Router’s

back panel and light up when the Router is connected to a device through the
corresponding port. If the LED is flashing, the Router is sending or receiving data over that
port. The light will be orange when there is a 1000 Mbps gigabit connection.

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

Button

WIRELESS Green. The WIRELESS LED lights up when there is a wireless connection. If the LED is

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

SECURITY Green. The SECURITY LED is green when PSK/PSK2 is enabled.

Orange. The SECURITY LED is orange when WEP is enabled or no security is enabled.
Off. The SECURITY LED is off when the security button on the top of the unit is disabled.

The Top Panel

The Router has a button reserved for a future function.

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The Front Panel

Figure 3-3: The Router’s Top Panel

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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router

Hardware Installation

1. Make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the broadband modem and PCs.

2. Connect your broadband modem’s Ethernet cable to the Router’s Internet port.

3. Connect one end of an Ethernet network cable to one of the numbered ports on the back of the Router.
Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server, or switch.

Repeat this step to connect more PCs or other network devices to the Router.

4. Power on the broadband modem.

5. Connect the included power adapter to the Router’s Power port, and then plug the power adapter into an
electrical outlet. The Power LED on the front panel will light up when the adapter is connected properly.

6. Power on your PC(s).

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

Proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router”.

Figure 4-1: Connect the Modem

Figure 4-2: Connect a PC

Figure 4-3: Connect the Power

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

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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-N Gigabit Gaming Router

Overview

Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. 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. For
advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility.

This chapter describes each web page on the Utility and each page’s key functions. The Utility can be accessed
via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Router. For a basic network setup, most users
only have to use the following screens of the Utility:

• BASIC SETUP. On the BASIC SETUP screen, enter the Internet connection settings provided by your Internet
Service Provider (ISP). If you do not have this information, you can call your ISP to request the settings. When
you have the setup information, then you can configure the Router.

• 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.

• WIRELESS. On the BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS screen, set the basic configuration for your wireless network.

There are seven main tabs: SETUP, WIRELESS, SECURITY, ACCESS RESTRICTIONS, APPLICATIONS & GAMING,
ADMINISTRATION, and STATUS. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.

SETUP

• BASIC SETUP. Enter the Internet connection and network settings on this screen.

• DDNS. Enable the Router’s Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature on this screen.

• MAC ADDRESS CLONE. If you need to clone a MAC address onto the Router, use this screen.

• ADVANCED ROUTING. Use this screen to alter dynamic and static routing configurations.

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WIRELESS

• BASIC WIRELESS SETTINGS. Enter the basic settings for your wireless network on this screen.

• WIRELESS SECURITY. Enable and configure the security settings for your wireless network.

• WIRELESS MAC FILTER. Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices
transmitting within your network’s radius.

• ADVANCED WIRELESS SETTINGS. For adv anced users, you can alter data tr ansmission settings on this screen.

• WIRELESS QoS. Allows you to prioritize the traffic of various wireless applications.

SECURITY

• FIREWALL. You can enable or disable the Router’s firewall, as well as various filters.

• VPN PASSTHROUGH. To enable or disable IPSec, L2TP, and/or PPTP Passthrough, use this screen.

ACCESS RESTRICTIONS

INTERNET ACCESS POLICY. Create policies to control Internet access for your local network users.

APPLICATIONS & GAMING

• SINGLE PORT FORWARDING. This allows you to do port mapping and forwarding for a single service port.

• PORT RANGE FORWARDING. Set up public services or other specialized Internet applications on your network.

• PORT Range Triggering. Configure the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers.

• DMZ. Click this tab to allow one local user to be exposed to the Internet for use of special-purpose services.

• QoS. QUALITY of SERVICE (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic.

ADMINISTRATION

• MANAGEMENT. On this screen, alter the Router’s password, access privileges, and UPnP settings. You can
also use this screen to back up and restore the Router’s configuration file.

• LOG. If you want to view activity logs, click this tab.

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• DIAGNOSTICS. If you want to run a ping or traceroute test, then use this screen.

• FACTORY DEFAULTS. If you want to restore the Router’s factory defaults, then use this screen.

• FIRMWARE UPGRADE. Click this tab if you want to upgrade the Router’s firmware.

STATUS

• ROUTER. This screen provides status information about the Router.

• LOCAL NETWORK. This provides status information about the local network.

• WIRELESS NETWORK. This provides status information about the wireless network.

How to Access the Web-based Utility

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

A screen will appear asking you for your User name and Password. Leave the User Name field blank. Enter admin
in the Password field. Then click the OK button.

Figure 5-1: Router Login

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How to Access the Web-based Utility

static ip address: a fixed address
assigned to a computer or device
connected to a network.

subnet mask: an address code that
determines the size of the network

pppoe: a type of broadband connection that
provides authentication (username and
password) in addition to data transport

default gateway: a device that forwards
Internet traffic from your local area network

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP

The BASIC SETUP screen is the first screen you see when you access the Web-based Utility. An overview of the
screens is presented here. Screen variations are described in detail under each Internet Connection Type.

Internet Connection Type

The Internet Setup section configures the Router for your Internet connection type. This information can be
obtained from your ISP. The Router supports four connection types: Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP and Telstra BigPond.

NOTE: Some of the Internet Connection Types may not be available in your area.

Optional Settings (Required by some ISPs)

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

Router Name. You can customize the Router’s name. The default is WRT330N.
Host Name and Domain Name. Some 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 and Size. The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) setting specifies the largest packet size permitted for
network transmission. To manually set a value, select Manual and enter the value desired in the Size field. You
should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range. Most DSL users should use the value 1492. The default is Auto,
which allows the Router to select the best MTU for your Internet connection.

Router IP

The Router’s Local IP Address and Subnet Mask are shown here. In most cases, you should keep the defaults.

Local IP Address. The default value is 192.168.1.1.
Subnet Mask. The default value is 255.255.255.0.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

The Network Address Server Settings section allows you to change the Router’s local network settings. Detailed
information is listed under each Internet Connection Type.

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Figure 5-2: SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP

Static IP

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Time Setting

Automatically Adjust Time. You can choose to Enable or Disable the automatic time adjustment. If you select
Enable, you will need to select the correct Time Zone for your Router.

Time Zone. Select the time zone in which your network functions. If you want the Router to automatically adjust
the clock for daylight savings, then select the checkbox.

When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click
CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP

packet: a unit of data sent over a network.

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP - Static IP

If you are required to use a permanent IP address, then select Static IP.

Internet Connection Type

Internet IP Address. 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.

Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by external 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.
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. You can enter up to
three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The Router will use these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

DHCP Server . The Router can be used as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for your network.
A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Unless you already have
one, it is highly recommended that you leave the Router enabled as a DHCP server. DHCP is enabled by factory
default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to Disable.

Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
default IP address for the Router is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1. 2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users (Optional). 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 dynamic IP address has expired, the user will be automatically assigned a new
dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

IP Address Range. The IP Address Range is Static and cannot be changed.
When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click

CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP - Static IP

Figure 5-3: SETUP: BASIC SETUP: Static IP

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP - PPPoE

Internet Connection Type

Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet connections for
end-users. If you use a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable
it.

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Service Name. If provided by your ISP, enter the Service Name.
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. To use 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.

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.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

DHCP Server . The Router can be used as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for your network.
A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Unless you already have
one, it is highly recommended that you leave the Router enabled as a DHCP server.DHCP is enabled by factory
default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to Disable.

Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
default IP address for the Router is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1. 2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users (Optional). 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”

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Figure 5-4: SEUP: BASIC SETUP: PPoE Settings

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this dynamic IP address. After the dynamic IP address has expired, the user will be automatically assigned a new
dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

IP Address Range. The IP Address Range is Static and cannot be changed.
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. Y ou can enter 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 field blank.

When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click

CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

IMPORTANT: For DSL users, if you need to enable PPPoE support, remember to remove any

PPPoE applications that are installed on your PCs.

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dynamic ip address: a temporary IP
address assigned by a DHCP server.

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

Internet Connection Type

Internet IP Address. 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.

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

Service IP Address: If provided by your ISP, enter the Service IP Address.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand and Max Idle Time Min. and Sec. 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. To use 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.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

DHCP Server . The Router can be used as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for your network.
A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Unless you already have
one, it is highly recommended that you leave the Router enabled as a DHCP server.DHCP is enabled by factory
default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to Disable. DHCP is
enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to

Disable. If you disable DHCP, remember to assign a static IP address to the Router.
Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the

default IP address for the Router is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1. 2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users (Optional). 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”

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Figure 5-5: SETUP: BASIC SETUP:PPTP

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this dynamic IP address. After the dynamic IP address has expired, the user will be automatically assigned a new
dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

IP Address Range. The IP Address Range is Static and cannot be changed.
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. You can enter 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 field blank.

When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click
CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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The SETUP Tab - BASIC SETUP - Telstra BigPond

Telstra BigPond is a service used in Australia only. Check with your ISP for the necessary setup information.

Internet Connection Type

User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP
Heart Beat Server: Enter the Heart Beat Server information.

Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)

DHCP Server . The Router can be used as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server for your network.
A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to each computer on your network. Unless you already have
one, it is highly recommended that you leave the Router enabled as a DHCP server.DHCP is enabled by factory
default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, set the Router’s DHCP option to Disable.

Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
default IP address for the Router is 192.168.1.1, the Start IP Address must be 192.168.1. 2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.254. The default Start IP Address is 192.168.1.100.

Maximum Number of DHCP Users (Optional). 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 dynamic IP address has expired, the user will be automatically assigned a new
dynamic IP address. The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.

IP Address Range. The IP Address Range is Static and cannot be changed.
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. You can enter 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 field blank.

When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click
CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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Figure 5-6: SETUP:BASIC SETUP: Telstra BigPond

NOTE: To test your settings, connect to the

Internet now.

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The SETUP Tab - Dynamic DNS

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 one of two
DDNS service providers, DynDNS.org or TZO.com.

Dynamic DNS

DDNS Service

If your DDNS service is provided by DynDNS.org, then select DynDNS.org from 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

Username, Password, and Host Name. Enter the settings of the account you set up with DynDNS.org.
System. Select the DynDNS service you use: Dynamic, Static, or Custom.
Internet IP Address. The Router’s Internet IP address is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.

Figure 5-7: SETUP Tab -DDNS-DynDNS.org

Status. The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.
Update. To manually trigger an update, click this button.

TZO.com

E-mail Address, TZO Password, and Domain Name. Enter the settings of the account you set up with TZO.
Internet IP Address. The Router’s Internet IP address is displayed here. Because it is dynamic, it will change.
Status. The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.
Update. To manually trigger an update, click this button.
When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click

CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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Figure 5-8: SETUP Tab -DDNS-tzo.com

ddns: allows the hosting of a website, FTP server, or
e-mail server with a fixed domain name (e.g.,
www.xyz.com) and a dynamic IP address.

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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, like a social security
number. 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.

Mac Cloning

To use MAC address cloning, select Enable. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable.

MAC Address. Enter the MAC Address registered with your ISP.
ClonePC’s MAC Address. If you want to clone the MAC address of the PC you are currently using to configure the

Router, then click this button. The Router will automatically detect your PC’s MAC address, so you do NOT have to
call your ISP to change the registered MAC address to the Router’s MAC address. It is recommended that the PC
registered with the ISP is used to open the MAC Address Clone screen.

When you have finished making changes to this screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the changes, or click

CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

Figure 5-9: SETUP Tab- MAC ADDRESS CLONE

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mac address: the unique address that a
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The SETUP Tab - ADVANCED ROUTING

NAT

If this Router is hosting your network’s connection to the Internet, select
network, select

Disabled

. When the NAT setting is disabled, dynamic routing will be enabled.

Enabled

. If another Router exists on your

Dynamic Routing

This feature enables the Router to automatically adjust to physical changes in the network’s layout and exchange
routing tables with the other router(s). The Router determines the network packets’ route based on the fewest
number of hops between the source and the destination. To use dynamic routing, select

Disabled

. When the NAT setting is disabled, dynamic routing will be enabled.

Enabled

. Otherwise, select

Static Routing

A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travel to reach a specific host or
network. Use this feature to set up a static route between the Router and another network (you can have up to 20
static routes). To create a static route, alter the following settings:

Routing Entries. Select the number of the static route from the drop-down menu.
Enter Route Name. Enter a name for the static route, using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.
Destination LAN IP. The Destination LAN IP Address is the address of the remote network or host to which

you want to assign a static route. Enter the IP address of the host for which you wish to create a static route.
Subnet Mask. The Subnet Mask determines which portion of a Destination IP address is the network portion,

and which portion is the host portion.

Figure 5-10: SETUP Tab - ADVANCED ROUTING

Gateway. This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and the

remote network or host.

Interface. Select LAN & Wireless or WAN (Internet), depending on the location of the final destination.

Show Routing Table. Click the Show Routing Table button to open a screen displaying how data is routed

through your local network. For each route, the Destination LAN IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Interface
are displayed. Click REFRESH to update the information. Click CLOSE WINDOW to exit this screen.

When you have finished making changes to the Advanced Routing screen, click SAVE SETTINGS to save the
changes, or click CANCEL CHANGES to clear all fields and start over.

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Figure 5-11: Show Routing Table - Routing Table

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