Linksys WRTSL54GS User Manual

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2.4

Model No.

GHz

802.11g

WIRELESS

WRTSL54GS

Wireless-G

Media Storage Link Router

with SpeedBooster

User Guide

Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster

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How to Use This User Guide

This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:

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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-G Media Storage Link Router 6

The Back Panel 6 The Front Panel 7

Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router 8

Instructions for Connecting the Router 8 Placement Options 10

Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router 12

Overview 12 The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 13 The Setup Tab - DDNS 18 The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 19 The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 20 The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22 The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 24 The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 27 The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 28 The Security Tab - Firewall 30 The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 31 The Storage Tab - Disk 32 The Storage Tab - Share 33 The Storage Tab - Administration 34 The Storage Tab - Media Server 36 The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 37 The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 39 The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 40

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The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 41 The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 42 The Administration Tab - Management 44 The Administration Tab - Log 45 The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 46 The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 47 The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 47 The Administration Tab - Config Management 47 The Status Tab - Router 48 The Status Tab - Local Network 49 The Status Tab - Wireless 50

Appendix A: Troubleshooting 51

Common Problems and Solutions 51 Frequently Asked Questions 59

Appendix B: Wireless Security 67

Security Precautions 67 Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 67

Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 70 Appendix D: Windows Help 71 Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter 72

Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 72 Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 72 For the Router’s Web-based Utility 73

Appendix F: Glossary 74 Appendix G: Specifications 79 Appendix H: Warranty Information 81 Appendix I: Regulatory Information 82 Appendix J: Contact Information 88

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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 4-1: Connect the USB Disk 8 Figure 4-2: Connect the Broadband Modem 9 Figure 4-3: Connect Your Network Devices 9 Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 10 Figure 4-5: Stand in Closed Position 10 Figure 4-6: Wall-Mount Slots 11 Figure 5-1: Login Screen 12 Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 13 Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type 13 Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type 13 Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type 14 Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type 14 Figure 5-7: L2TP Connection Type 15 Figure 5-8: Telstra Cable Connection Type 15 Figure 5-9: Optional Settings 16 Figure 5-10: Router IP 16 Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings 16 Figure 5-12: Time Setting 17 Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org) 18 Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.com) 18 Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 19 Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway) 20 Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 20 Figure 5-18: Routing Table Entry List 21 Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22 Figure 5-20: SecureEasySetup Ready Screen 23 Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 24 Figure 5-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 24 Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal) 25

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Figure 5-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) 25 Figure 5-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 26 Figure 5-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 26 Figure 5-27: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 27 Figure 5-28: MAC Address Filter List 27 Figure 5-29: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 28 Figure 5-30: Security Tab - Firewall 30 Figure 5-31: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 31 Figure 5-32: Storage Tab - Disk 32 Figure 5-33: Claim Disk 32 Figure 5-34: Storage Tab - Claimed Disk 32 Figure 5-35: Storage Tab - Share 33 Figure 5-36: Share Properties 33 Figure 5-37: Share Access 33 Figure 5-38: Storage Tab - Administration 34 Figure 5-39: User Properties 34 Figure 5-40: Modify - Group Properties 35 Figure 5-41: Create New Group - Group Properties 35 Figure 5-42: Storage Tab - Media Server 36 Figure 5-43: Partition List 36 Figure 5-44: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 37 Figure 5-45: Internet Policy Summary 37 Figure 5-46: List of PCs 38 Figure 5-47: Port Services 38 Figure 5-48: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 39 Figure 5-49: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 40 Figure 5-50: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 41 Figure 5-51: Applications and Gaming Tab - QOS 42 Figure 5-52: Administration Tab - Management 44 Figure 5-53: Administration Tab - Log 45 Figure 5-54: Incoming Log Table 45 Figure 5-55: Outgoing Log Table 45 Figure 5-56: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 46 Figure 5-57: The Ping Test 46

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Figure 5-58: The Traceroute Test 46 Figure 5-59: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 47 Figure 5-60: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 47 Figure 5-61: Administration Tab - Config Management 47 Figure 5-62: Status Tab - Router 48 Figure 5-63: Status Tab - Local Network 49 Figure 5-64: DHCP Clients Table 49 Figure 5-65: Status Tab - Wireless 50 Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 70 Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 72 Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 72 Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 72 Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 73 Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 73

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Welcome

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

How does the Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet connection over a network. With the Router, this access can be shared over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at up to 11Mbps for Wireless-B or up to 54Mbps for Wireless-G.

The Router also has a built-in media server, so it can stream music, video, and pictures from a USB hard disk to a Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP)-compatible media adapter. You won’t need a computer to manage the content; instead, let the Router can do that for you.

Use the WPA 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’s SecureEasySetup™ feature makes it a snap to set up WPA when you have other SecureEasySetup devices— notebooks, printers, other peripherals—comprising your network. Run the Setup Wizard and it will guide you through the steps. You can also access the Router’s features through the easy-to-use, 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 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 Router bridges wireless networks of both 802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with each other.

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.

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 Router protects your networks from unauthorized and unwelcome users.

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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 use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the 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 Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster.

What’s in this User Guide?

This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster.

• 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 Media Storage Link Router This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.

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

• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Router.

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

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• 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.

• 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 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-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster, 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-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster has been specifically designed for use with both your 802.11b and 802.11g products. The Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the

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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Notebook Adapters for your laptop computers, PCI Adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer and Wireless Ethernet Bridges.

When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can use the Router’s four Ethernet LAN ports. To add more ports, any of the Router's Ethernet LAN ports can be connected to any of Linksys's switches.

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 Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster.

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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router

The Back Panel

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

Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel

IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase

USB The USB port is where you will connect a USB flash disk or hard drive. You can attach a disk

containing media files, so you can stream music, video, or pictures to a media adapter without using a computer.

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

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.

1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your networked 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 tab - Factory Defaults in the Router's Web-based Utility.

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

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The Front Panel

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

Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel

SecureEasySetupOrange/White. SecureEasySetup configures the Router with a wireless network name (also

called an SSID) and wireless security settings using a method called WPA-Personal.

The Router’s SecureEasySetup button lights up and will stay orange when the Router is powered on. The color orange indicates that the Router is not using SecureEasySetup, while the color white indicates that the Router is using SecureEasySetup. When the Router enters SecureEasySetup mode, the button will turn white and start flashing. After the Router has generated new wireless settings, the button will stop flashing and stay white.

To clear the SecureEasySetup settings, press and hold down the SecureEasySetup button for five seconds. The button will flash slowly as the Router resets its wireless settings to the factory defaults. The button will turn orange to indicate a successful reset.

NOTE: SecureEasySetup is a feature that makes it easy to set up your wireless network. If you have SecureEasySetup devices, run the Router’s Setup Wizard CD-ROM and follow the on-screen instructions to use SecureEasySetup.

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.

USB Green. The USB LED lights up when a USB drive is connected through the USB port. If the LED

is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the USB connection.

DMZ Green. The DMZ LED lights up and will stay on while the DMZ function is being used.

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

flashing, the 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 Router’s back

panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the 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 Media Storage Link Router

Instructions for Connecting the Router

1. Power down your network devices.

2. 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 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 USB cable to the Router’s USB port. Then, connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB hard disk. (If you have a USB flash drive, you can connect it directly to the Router.)

Figure 4-1: Connect the USB Disk

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

Figure 4-2: Connect the Broadband Modem

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

Figure 4-3: Connect Your Network Devices

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

Figure 4-4: Connect the Power

Proceed to the following section, “Placement Options.”

Placement Options

There are three ways to place the Router. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Router vertically on a surface (this uses its built-in stand). The third way is to mount it on a wall. The second and third options are explained in further detail below.

Stand Option

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

If you place the Gateway flat on a surface, then you can leave the stand in the closed position. However, if you want the Gateway to be upright, swivel the stand clockwise 90º and position the Gateway accordingly.

Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G

Media Storage Link Router,” for directions on how to configure the Router.

Wall-Mount Option

The Router has four wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between two adjacent slots is

2.36 inches (60 mm).

Before you begin, make sure you have two screws that are size #4—this indicates a diameter measurement of

0.112 inches (2.845 mm).

1. Determine where you want to mount the Router.

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Figure 4-5: Stand in Closed Position

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2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure adjacent holes are 2.36 inches (60 mm) apart.

3. Insert a screw into each hole, and leave 0.2 inches (5 mm) of its head exposed.

4. Maneuver the Router so the wall-mount slots line up with the two screws.

5. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the wallmount slots.

Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G

Media Storage Link Router,” for directions on how to configure the Router.

2.36 inches (60 mm)

Figure 4-6: Wall-Mount Slots

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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router

NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys

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 will describe each web page in 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 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 eight main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Storage, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.

recommends using 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.

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.

A login screen will appear. (Non-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: Login 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 Router's general settings. After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes.

Internet Setup

The Internet Setup section configures the 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 Automatic Configuration - DHCP, which

should be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.

• 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.

Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup

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

Static DNS 1-3. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.

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Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type

Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type

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

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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.

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

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.

Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type

Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type

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• L2TP. If you are using an L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) connection, then select L2TP.

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

L2TP Server. Enter the IP address of the L2TP server you are using; this should be provided by your ISP.

• Telstra Cable. Telstra Cable is a service that applies to connections in Australia only. If your ISP uses Heart

Beat Signal, then select Telstra Cable.

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

Heart Beat Server. Enter the IP address of the Heart Beat Server you are using; this should be provided by your ISP.

Figure 5-7: L2TP Connection Type

Figure 5-8: Telstra Cable Connection Type

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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. The default setting, Manual, allows you to 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 Auto.

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.

Figure 5-9: Optional Settings

Figure 5-10: Router IP

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.

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Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings

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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) manages each PC’s interaction with the Internet. If you use a WINS server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.

Time Setting

Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu. (You can even automatically adjust for daylight savings time.)

After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel

Changes button to cancel your changes.

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 with a DDNS service provider, www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com.

DDNS

DDNS Service. From this pull-down menu, enter the DDNS service with which you have membership.

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

E-mail Address. Enter the E-mail Address for your DDNS account

Password. Enter the Password for your DDNS account.

Domain Name. Enter the Domain Name for your 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.

After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes.

Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org)

Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.com)

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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.

MAC Clone

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.

Clone Your PC’s MAC. Clicking this button will clone the MAC address.

After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to cancel your changes.

Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone

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The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing

This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the type(s) of advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing will automatically adjust how packets travel on your network. Static Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination.

Advanced Routing

Operating Mode

Select the mode in which this Router will function. If this Router is hosting your network’s connection to the Internet, select

Routing

Gateway

will be enabled.

. If another Router exists on your network, select

Router

. When Router is chosen,

Dynamic

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.

RIP

. This feature is performs dynamic routing over your Ethernet and wireless networks. You can also select dynamic routing with data coming from the Internet. Finally, selecting networks, as well as data from the Internet.

Disabled

by default. From the drop-down menu, you can also select

Both

enables dynamic routing for both

LAN & Wireless

WAN

, which performs

, which

Static Routing

To set up a static route between the Router and another network, select a number from the Static Routing drop- down list. (A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travel to reach a specific host or network.) Enter the information described below to set up a new static route. (Click the to delete a static route.)

Enter Route Name

Destination LAN IP

assign a static route.

Subnet Mask

portion, and which portion is the host portion.

. Enter a name for the Route here, using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.

. The Destination LAN IP is the address of the remote network or host to which you want to

. The Subnet Mask determines which portion of a Destination LAN IP address is the network

Delete This Entry

button

Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway)

Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router)

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Default Gateway

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

the remote network or host.

Interface

wireless networks), the

. This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the

WAN

(Internet), or

Loopback

(a dummy network in which one PC acts like a network—

LAN & Wireless

(Ethernet and

necessary for certain software programs).

Click the

Show Routing Table

button to view the Static Routes you’ve already set up.

After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel

Changes button to cancel your changes.

Figure 5-18: Routing Table Entry List

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The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings

The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen.

Wireless Network

Wireless Network Mode. From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your network. If you have both 802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed. If you have only 802.11g devices, select G-Only. If you have only 802.11b devices, select B-Only. If you do not have any

802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, select Disable.

Wireless Network Name (SSID). The SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless network. The SSID must be identical for all devices in the wireless network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32 characters (use any of the characters on the keyboard). Make sure this setting is the same for all devices in your wireless network. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name.

Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network settings. All devices in your wireless network must be broadcast on the same channel in order to function correctly.

Wireless SSID Broadcast. When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with, they will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the Router's SSID, keep the default setting,

Enable. If you do not want to broadcast the Router's SSID, then select Disable.

Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings

SecureEasySetup Button. The status of the Router’s SecureEasySetup feature is displayed here. If you want to use the Router’s SecureEasySetup feature, click the SecureEasySetup button.

NOTE: SecureEasySetup uses WPA Personal encryption. If your current wireless devices do not

support WPA Personal security, then you cannot use SecureEasySetup on your network. You will need to manually configure your network security using the encryption supported by your existing devices.

You will be asked to press the SecureEasySetup button (hardware or software) on your wireless client (computer or other network device) within two minutes to complete the SecureEasySetup process. Click the OK button to continue.

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