Micro Star Co MS6848 User Manual

MSI RG54G2 (MS-6848)
Wireless 11g Residential Gateway

User’s Guide

G52-C6822X8

FCC Caution

1. The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

2. FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: The equipment complies with FCC
RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum
distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

3. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.

4. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate
the equipment.

Copyright Notice

The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNA­TIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is

given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improve­ment and we reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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Revision History

Revision History Date
V 1.0 First Release February 2004

Important Safety Precautions

Always read and follow these basic safety precautions carefully when handling any
piece of electronic component.

1. Keep this User’s Guide for future reference.

2. Keep this equipment away from humidity.

3. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.

4. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection hence protects the
equipment from overheating.

5. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

6. Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical
shock.

7. If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a
service personnel:

Liquid has penetrated into the equipment

The equipment has been exposed to moisture

The equipment has not work well or you can not get it work

according to User’s Manual

The equipment has dropped and damaged

If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage

8. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
UNCONDITIONED, STORAGE TEMPERATURE ABOVE 60O C OR
BELOW -20OC, IT MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

How to Use This Guide

This User’s Guide provides instructions and illustrations on how to install and use your
MSI RG54G2 - the Wireless 11g Residential Gateway.

Chapter 1, Introduction, provides a general information on the product you

bought, including its application, specification, and requirements.

Chapter 2, Hardware Installation, tells you how to install the product into

your system.

Chapter 3, Configuration, describes the Configuration Utility that lets you

configure your product to connect the network quickly and easily.

Appendix, includes the instructions of assigning a fixed IP address and

resuming the firmware.

Please note that the setting diagrams or values in this guide are FOR YOUR REFER-
ENCE ONLY. The actual settings and values depend on your system and network. If
you are not sure about these information, please ask your network administrator or MIS
staff for help.

Technical Support

Visit the MSI website for FAQ, technical guide, driver and software updates,

and other information: http://www.msi.com.tw/.

Contact our technical staff at: [e-mail].

Table of Contents

1. Introduction ......................................................................................................... 1

1.1 MSI RG54G2 - Wireless 11g Residential Gateway ....................................... 1

1.2 Networking Options ....................................................................................... 2

1.3 Features and Benefits ..................................................................................... 3

1.4 Package Contents ............................................................................................ 4

1.5 System Requirements ..................................................................................... 4

1.6 Specifications .................................................................................................. 5

2. Hardware Installation ......................................................................................... 8

2.1 Product View .................................................................................................. 8

2.2 Connections Ports .......................................................................................... 9

2.3 LEDs ............................................................................................................... 10

2.4 Installing Your RG54G2 ................................................................................. 11

2.4.1 Positioning .............................................................................................. 11

2.4.2 Connecting Cables .................................................................................. 11

2.4.3 To Power Up .......................................................................................... 12

3. Configuration ...................................................................................................... 13

3.1 Configuration Utility ...................................................................................... 13

3.2 Typical Configuration.....................................................................................15

3.3 Customized Configuration .............................................................................. 19

3.3.1 System ....................................................................................................20

3.3.2 Internet ................................................................................................... 22

3.3.3 LAN ........................................................................................................ 24

3.3.4 Wireless .................................................................................................. 26

3.3.5 NAT ........................................................................................................ 28

3.3.6 Firewall ................................................................................................... 29

Appendix .................................................................................................................... 31

A - Assigning a Fixed IP Address .......................................................................... 31

B - Resuming the Previous Firmware .................................................................... 35

Introduction

>>> 1.1 MSI RG54G2 - Wireless 11g

Residendtial Gateway

MSI RG54G2 Wireless Residential Gateway (hereafter called
RG54G2), compliant with IEEE802.11g and IEEE802.11b, is
designed for high throughput and fully function that leads you
into the wireless network environment. In the rapid growing
network environment, MSI RG54G2 acts as a home-end device
that connects your computer to the WAN service (e.g. the
Internet). With the RG54G2, networking and sharing informa­tion throughout the house/office become an easy and flexible
task. In addition, the RG54G2 is also a switching device as an
aggregating point of the wireless LAN and wired LAN clients,
and as a router between LAN and WAN traffic.

Combined the SPI firewall, wireless Access Point and LAN
switch into a compact package, MSI RG54G2 can provide you
with the essential security and IP sharing function. These fea­tures build the RG54G2 as a cutting-edge, cost-effective device
that fits to SOHO/home application.

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>>> 1.2 Networking Options

MSI RG54G2 is a Base Station that bridges communication
between computers (via wireless networking), and connects
the computers to the Internet.

You can use the RG54G2 in the following applications:

Home connectivity

A stand-alone wireless network. As shown in the right part of
the diagram below ( ), the out-of-the-box mode of operation
for the RG54G2 that allows your client stations to share files
and printers. Adding wireless computers is as easy as inserting
a wireless client adapter and configuring the computer with the
same Network Name and Key.

Broadband access

A wireless/wired Internet access via xDSL/Cable Modem or
Ethernet ( ). To access the Internet via a xDSL/Cable or ISDN
modem, you will need to:

- Connect the external modem to the RG54G2 using a
LAN cable.

- An ISP (Internet Service Provider) account.

Typical Configuration of Wireless LAN

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>>> 1.3 Features and Benefits

With MSI RG54G2, your network can immediately upgrade to
a wireless network, providing wireless access to the LAN and
WLAN, and sharing information and printers in the network.

54 Mbps Data Rate (max.)/150-400 ft. Indoor Range

The RG54G2 runs with data-intensive applications like MP3,
multimedia, gaming and streaming video/audio - even through
walls, floors and ceilings. You can get Ethernet quality net­working without wires and cables - ideal for standard network­ing requirements.

Superior Antenna Design

Dual dipole antennas provide superior polarized reception and
diversity transmission for the best signal quality.

Interoperable with any 802.11g Compliant Device

The RG54G2 complies with IEEE 802.11g standard and Wi-Fi,
allowing full interoperability with any Wi-Fi certified wireless
product.

Easy to Install and Use

The Configuration Utility with user-friendly and Web-based
interface provides step-by-step instructions, making the
RG54G2 fast and easy to be installed and used in the network.

WEP Security to Ensure Privacy

Supports 64-/128-bit WEP encryption, which ensures that your
network signal is secure and private inband and outband of
your home and office.

Scalability

The RG54G2 can be configured in every way to meet your
needs of specific applications and installations. It also pro­vides Flash memory for easy firmware upgrade.

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>>> 1.4 Package Contents

Unpack the package and check all the items carefully. If any
item contained is damaged or missing, please contact your local
dealer immediately. Also, keep the box and packing materials in
case you need to ship the unit in the future. The package
should contain the following items:

- One Wireless 11g Residential Gateway - RG54G2.

- One AC Power Adapter, 12VDC/1A output.

- One Ethernet cable (RJ-45).

- One Quick Start Guide.

- One CD-ROM including manual files.

>>> 1.5 System Requirements

After installing the RG54G2, you need the followings to con­figure respective network settings:

- A network-enabled computer.

- Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP; Linux; Macintosh.

- A JavaScript-enabled web browser, such as Internet

Explorer 5.0 and Netscape 6.0.

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>>> 1.6 Specifications

General

Performance

Standard Compliance - IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b/

IEEE802.3/IEEE802.3u

Internet Protocol TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, HTTP,
Supported PPPoE, PPTP, DNS, LPR,

SNTP

Operating Temperature 0 ~ 55OC (32 ~ 122OF)

Storage Temperature -30 ~ 70OC (-22 ~ 158OF)

Operating Humidity 0 ~ 85% @ 40OC (104OF),

non-condensing

Wired Data Rates 10/100Mbps auto-negotiating

(full-duplexing switch)

Wireless Data Rates IEEE802.11b (auto-fallback)

- CCK: 11, 5.5Mbps

- DQPSK: 2Mbps

- DBPSK: 1Mbps
IEEE802.11g (auto-fallback)

- OFDM: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18,
12, 9, and 6Mbps

Wireless Range Open Space:

- ≥ 170m @ 11Mbps

- ≥ 50m @ 54Mbps

Indoor:

- ≥ 120m @ 11Mbps

- ≥ 20m @ 54Mbps

Wireless Transmission 17±1dBm
Power

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LAN

Number of Ports Four 10/100Mbps switched

Ethernet ports (RJ-45)

Number of PCs Up to 253 PCs
Supported

Routing NAT, TCP/IP

Number of Ports One 10/100Mbps Fast

WA N

Ethernet port for cable/xDSL
modem (RJ-45)

Firewall - IP/Port Address Forwarding

Filtering

- MAC Address Forwarding
Filtering

- MAC Address Associating
Filtering

- DoS Prevention

- Application Layer Gateway

- Virtual DMZ

- SPI

Device

Management

Physical

Specification

Tools Web-based browser; event

log; login password

LEDs Power, LAN/WAN/WLAN

port activity

Dimensions (WxDxH) 180 x 127.7 x 32mm

Weight 295g

Antenna Dipole type with dual external

antenna

Input Voltage 12VDC (includes AC adapter)

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Certifications

U.S. FCC Part 15 class B, Wi-Fi

Europe CE

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