Motorola WR850GP User Manual
User Guide
WR850
Wireless Broadband
Routers
WR850GP and WR850G
WR850G
WR850GP
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE UNIT MUST NOT BE
EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ON THE UNIT.
CAUTION: TO ENSURE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, USE ONLY THE PROVIDED POWER AND INTERFACE CABLES.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT. DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE INSTALLATION AND
TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the
product.
Postpone router installation until there is no risk of thunderstorm or lightning activity in the area.
Do not overload outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords,
damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.
Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords where
they are attached to plugs and convenience receptacles, and examine the point where they exit from the product.
Place this equipment in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord.
Place this equipment on a stable surface.
When using this device, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the
following:
• Read all of the instructions {listed here and/or in the user manual} before you operate this equipment. Give particular attention to all safety precautions.
Retain the instructions for future reference.
• Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions. Observe all wa rning and caution symbols that are affixed to this equipment.
• Comply with all instructions that accompany this equipment.
• Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning. For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wa ll outlet, and disconnect the cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power surges.
• Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s ma rking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to
your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe
operating condition.
It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge protector in the AC outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid damaging the equipment
by local lightning strikes and other electrical surges.
Different types of cord sets may be used for connections to the main supply circuit. Use only a main line cord that complies with all applicable product safety
requirements of the country of use.
Installation of this product must be in accordance with national wiring codes.
Place unit to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord/adapter of the device from the AC wall outlet.
Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals. Do not spray cleaners directly on the uni
dust.
This product was qualified under test conditions that included the use of the supplied cables between system components. To be in compliance with
regulations, the user must use these cables and install them properly. Connect the unit to a grounding type AC wall outlet using the power adapter supplied
with the unit.
Do not cover the device, or block the airflow to the device with any other objects. Keep the device away from excessive heat and humidity and keep the
device free from vibration and dust.
Installation must at all times conform to local regulations.
t or use forced air to remove
FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canadian Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
respects toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
FCC Declaration of Conformity
Motorola, Inc., Broadband Communications Sector, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044, 1-215-323-1000, declares under sole responsibility that the
WR850G/GP, WE800G, WA840G/GP, WN825G/GP, WPCI810G/GP, WU830G, and BR700 comply with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as Class
B digital devices. These devices comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of these devices is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) these devices must accept any interference that ma y cause undesired operation.
Wireless LAN Information
The WR850G/GP, WE800G, WA840G/GP, WN825G/GP, WPCI810G/GP, and WU830G Wireless LAN products are wireless network products that use
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology. These products are designed to be inter-operable with any other wireless DSSS type product that
complies with:
• The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision B and Revision G), as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical Electronics
Engineers.
• The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA).
Wireless LAN and your Health
The WR850G/GP, WE800G, WA840G/GP, WN825G/GP, WPCI810G/GP, and WU830G, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electroma gnetic
energy, but operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations.
Restrictions on Use of Wireless Devices
In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the
organization. For example, using wireless equipment in any environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified
as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the applicable policy for the use of wireless equipment in a specific organization or environment, you are encouraged to ask for
authorization to use the device prior to turning on the equipment.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this product, or
the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by the manufacturer. Correction of interference caused by such
unauthorized modification, substitution, or attachment is the responsibility of the user.
The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for any damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing
to comply with these guidelines.
FCC Certification
The WR850G/GP, WE800G, WA840G/GP, WN825G/GP, WPCI810G/GP, and WU830G contain a radio
transmitter and accordingly have been certified as compliant with 47 CFR Part 15 of the FCC Rules for intentional
radiators. Products that contain a radio transmitter are labeled with FCC ID and the FCC logo.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the separation distance between the antenna and any person’s body (including hands, wrists,
feet and ankles) must be at least 20 cm (8 inches).
Canada - Industry Canada (IC)
The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 210 and RSS 102 of Industry Canada.
This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003 (NMB-003).
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respects toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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Contents
Section 1: Overview ____________________________________ 1-1
Understanding Your User Guide.......................................................................................................1-3
Box Contents......................................................................................................................................1-3
Understanding Functions..................................................................................................................1-4
Router...........................................................................................................................................1-4
LAN ...............................................................................................................................................1-4
TCP/IP..........................................................................................................................................1-4
Static IP Address ..................................................................................................................................1-4
Dynamic IP Address .............................................................................................................................1-5
DHCP Server................................................................................................................................1-5
Sample Home Network Diagram.......................................................................................................1-5
Router Physical Description .............................................................................................................1-6
Back of Router..............................................................................................................................1-6
Front of Router..............................................................................................................................1-7
LED Description............................................................................................................................1-8
Section 2: Installation ___________________________________ 2-1
Physical Installation of the WR850...................................................................................................2-1
Positioning Your Router for Optimal Wireless Performance..........................................................2-1
Hardware Setup............................................................................................................................2-2
Antenna Installation ..............................................................................................................................2-2
Physical Placement...............................................................................................................................2-2
Electrical Connection............................................................................................................................2-6
Establishing Your First Connection to the WR850..........................................................................2-7
Easy Install Process......................................................................................................................2-7
Manual Install – Wired Connection ...............................................................................................2-7
Manual Install – Wireless Connection...........................................................................................2-8
Configuring Computers to Communicate with the WR850..........................................................2-11
Configuring Windows 98SE and ME...................................................................................................2-12
Configuring Windows 2000.................................................................................................................2-14
Configuring Windows XP....................................................................................................................2-17
Section 3: Configuration_________________________________ 3-1
Accessing the Web-Based Configuration Utility.............................................................................3-2
Logging In.....................................................................................................................................3-2
Overview of Configuration Pages.....................................................................................................3-3
Navigation Between Pages...........................................................................................................3-3
The BASIC Configuration Page.........................................................................................................3-4
BASIC Page – Commonly Used Configuration Options................................................................3-4
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BASIC Page – All Configuration Options......................................................................................3-6
Options related to: CONTROLLING ACCESS TO THE CONFIGURATION UTILITY..........................3-6
Options related to: ENABLING PRIMARY ROUTER FUNCTIONS......................................................3-6
Options related to: ENABLING TIME-RELATED FUNCTIONS............................................................3-8
Options related to: LOGGING WR850 ACTIVITY.................................................................................3-9
BASIC Page Action Buttons........................................................................................................3-10
The LAN (Local Area Network) Configuration Page .....................................................................3-11
LAN Page – Commonly Used Configuration Options .................................................................3-11
LAN Page – All Configuration Options........................................................................................3-12
Options related to: SELECTING THE WR850 LOCAL AREA NETWORK
PROTOCOL................................................................................................................................3-12
Options related to: ENABLING THE WR850 BUILT-IN DHCP SERVER...........................................3-13
Options related to: OPTIMIZING LOCAL AREA NETWORK ROUTING............................................3-14
LAN Page Action Buttons ...........................................................................................................3-15
The WAN (Wide Area Network) Configuration Page.....................................................................3-16
WAN Page – All Configuration Options ......................................................................................3-18
Options related to: SELECTING THE WR850 BROADBAND CONNECTION
MODE..........................................................................................................................................3-18
Options related to: SETTING UP A STATIC BROADBAND CONNECTION......................................3-19
Options related to: SETTING UP A PPPoE BROADBAND CONNECTION.......................................3-20
Options related to: SETTING UP A LINK TO A DYNAMIC DOMAIN NAME
SERVICE.....................................................................................................................................3-22
Options related to: OPTIMIZING WAN ROUTING..............................................................................3-23
WAN Page Action Buttons..........................................................................................................3-24
The STATUS Configuration Page...................................................................................................3-25
STATUS Page Configuration Options.........................................................................................3-25
The FILTERS Configuration Page...................................................................................................3-26
FILTERS Page – Commonly Used Configuration Options..........................................................3-26
FILTERS Page – All Configuration Options................................................................................3-27
FILTERS Page Action Buttons....................................................................................................3-29
FILTERS Page Examples – Establishing Parental Controls on Internet Use..............................3-30
Blocking Internet Use at All Times – LAN DHCP Server Enabled......................................................3-30
Blocking Internet Use at All Times – LAN DHCP Server Disabled .....................................................3-31
Blocking Internet Use at Particular Times...........................................................................................3-32
Blocking Specific Types of Internet Use at Particular Times...............................................................3-34
The ROUTING Configuration Page.................................................................................................3-36
ROUTING Page – Commonly Used Configuration Options........................................................3-37
ROUTING Page – All Configuration Options ..............................................................................3-37
ROUTING Page Action Buttons..................................................................................................3-41
The WIRELESS Configuration Page...............................................................................................3-42
WIRELESS Page – Commonly Used Configuration Options......................................................3-45
WIRELESS Page – All Configuration Options ............................................................................3-46
Options related to: ESTABLISHING YOUR WIRELESS NETWORK.................................................3-46
Options related to: ENSURING INTEROPERABILITY WITH WIRELESS DEVICES.........................3-47
Options related to: CUSTOMIZING WIRELESS DATA THROUGHPUT............................................3-48
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WIRELESS Page Action Buttons................................................................................................3-56
The SECURITY Configuration Page................................................................................................3-57
SECURITY Page – Recommended Configuration Options.........................................................3-59
SECURITY Page – All Configuration Options............................................................................. 3-61
SECURITY Page Action Buttons ................................................................................................3-67
SECURITY Page Example – Matching Settings in the WR850 and Wireless Clients.................3-68
The FIRMWARE Configuration Page..............................................................................................3-72
FIRMWARE Page Configuration Options....................................................................................3-72
Options related to: OPTIMIZING WIRELESS OPERATION FOR YOUR
ENVIRONMENT..........................................................................................................................3-49
Options related to: BOOSTING WIRELESS PERFORMANCE..........................................................3-50
Options related to: OPTIMIZING WIRELESS PERFORMANCE FOR MULTIMEDIA........................3-51
Options related to: CONFIGURING THE WR850 AS A WIRELESS BRIDGE...................................3-53
Options related to: RESTRICTING WIRELESS ACCESS TO SPECIFIC USERS.............................3-55
Options related to: SELECTING WIRELESS AUTHENTICATION METHODS..................................3-61
Options related to: ENABLING WIRELESS ENCRYPTION METHODS............................................3-64
Options related to: SETTING UP COMPATIBILITY WITH A RADIUS SERVER................................3-66
Section 4: Troubleshooting ______________________________ 4-1
Contact Us....................................................................................................................................4-1
Hardware Solutions ...........................................................................................................................4-1
My computer is experiencing difficulty in connecting to the router........................................................4-2
My broadband modem already uses a built-in router............................................................................4-2
Software Solutions.............................................................................................................................4-3
I would like to test to see if my Internet connection is live. ...................................................................4-3
I cannot access the Web-based Configuration Utility for the router......................................................4-4
How do I extend my wireless network to cover more area? .................................................................4-4
I cannot browse past the first screen of the Web-based Configuration Utility.......................................4-4
How do I match WEP keys between the router and my wireless clients? ............................................4-5
Section 5:Glossary _____________________________________ 5-1
WR850 III
Section 1: Overview
Congratulations on purchasing the Motorola® WR850GP Wireless Broadband Router or
Motorola WR850G Wireless Broadband Router.
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The WR850 includes both an 802.11b/g wireless access point and a 4-port Ethernet router.
So it is both wireless and wired, providing the foundation for a truly customized network full
of options.
Using the WR850, you can share files, pictures, peripherals, printers and more with
everyone else on the network. By connecting a broadband modem (cable, DSL or other),
you can also share a single high speed Internet connection.
The WR850 offers both the popular 802.11b wireless standard as well as the nearly
5-times-faster 802.11g standard, providing you the ultimate in flexibility and speed. With
®
Wi-Fi
Protected Access (WPA™) included, your wireless connections are robust and
secure, giving you the security to communicate without fear that your signal might be
compromised.
The WR850GP comes loaded with Performance Enhancement technology that accelerates
your wireless network and your fun. This new technology boosts wireless performance
among compatible Motorola devices up to 35% faster than over standard 802.11g
networking.
Upgradeable firmware keeps the router’s control software up-to-date. The WR850 captures
the latest technology in a package that stays current, protects your home network, and
provides you easy home network management.
Wireless Broadband Router WR850GP Wireless Broadband Router WR850G
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Unless otherwise stated, this User Guide will use WR850 as the generic term for both the WR850G and WR850GP
WR850 1-1
Section 1 Overview
Your wireless router is really several products built into one router:
Wireless Access Point
– Connects your router to your laptop wirelessly and allows you to roam unfettered
– Supports a multitude of devices that operate with both 802.11g and 802.11b
wireless communication standards
– Protects your wireless communications using Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), Wi-Fi
TM
Protected Access version 2 (WPA2
), 802.1X, and Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
security algorithms
– Supports peer-to-peer communication using built-in Wireless Distribution System
(WDS) functionality
4-port Full Duplex 10/100 Ethernet Switch and Router
– Supports wired connection of up to 4 computers or devices
– Shares a broadband Internet (cable, DSL, or other) connection with each of your
networked devices
– Enables you to form a Local Area Network (LAN)
Security and Protection
– Protects against Internet intruders with a built-in firewall
– Hides your LAN IP addresses and devices from the Internet, using Network Address
Translation (NAT) and IP and/or MAC Address filtering
– Frees you to connect to your corporate network, with Virtual Private Network (VPN)
compatibility
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Overview Section 1
Understanding Your User Guide
The User Guide is divided into the following sections:
Overview
Describes the router and its functions, the technology used, and the
recommended methods for positioning the router.
Installation
It is assumed that you will use the Installation Wizard on the CD-ROM
to set up your router. If not, refer to this section for instructions on
getting your router up and running.
After you have completed this section, your router will be active and
ready to work.
Configuration
Describes the Web-based Configuration Utility, which can be used for
advanced customization or re-configuration of the WR850.
Troubleshooting
Glossary
Details helpful solutions to common router problems.
List of terms and acronyms.
Box Contents
Your box contains the following:
WR850GP WR850G
CD-ROM
Power
Supply
Antenna
WR850GP
Ethernet
Cable
Base Station Stand
Quick Start
Guide
CD-ROM
Power
Supply
WR850G
Ethernet
Cable
Quick Start
Guide
WR850 1-3
Section 1 Overview
Understanding Functions
Before installing your wireless router, please take a few minutes to review the wireless
networking functions described in this section.
Router
Generally, routers connect two networks together. The WR850 connects your home
network with the Internet, which can be thought of as a very large network.
The router’s firewall inspects each packet of data as it flows in from the internet before
delivering it to the appropriate PC. Network Address Translation (NAT) protects the privacy
of the IP addresses of devices on your home network, by translating them into a single
address when visible to the public internet. This is how your network remains protected and
private on the Internet.
LAN
Local Area Network. A local area network provides a full-time, high-bandwidth connection
over a limited area such as a home, building, or campus. Ethernet is the most widely used
LAN standard.
TCP/IP
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) comprises the backbone of the
Internet. IP moves packets of data between nodes while TCP verifies delivery from client to
server. Every device you hook up to your wireless router identifies itself with an IP address.
You are able to assign devices on your network with either a static or dynamically assigned
IP address.
Static IP Address
A static IP address is a fixed address that is assigned manually to a device on the network.
Static IP addresses must be unique and cannot be shared, therefore they are used in
situations where the address should never change, like print servers or PC servers.
If you are using your wireless router to share an Internet connection, your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) might have assigned you a static IP address, which you will use when
configuring your router. See Section 3: Configuration.
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Overview Section 1
Dynamic IP Address
A dynamic IP address is a temporary IP number, dynamically or randomly generated by a
DHCP server. The address lasts only as long as the server allots, usually in the space of a
day or two. When the IP address expires, the client is automatically reassigned a new IP
address, ensuring smooth communication.
If you are using your wireless router to share an Internet connection, your ISP might have
assigned you a dynamic IP address, which you use when configuring your router. See
Section 3: Configuration.
DHCP Server
A Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Server assigns IP addresses to clients
connected to the router. A client is any device that can connect with your router. The client
(PC, gaming device, etc.) is automatically assigned an IP address every time a device is
added to your network, which frees you from manually assigning IP addresses.
Sample Home Network Diagram
Your wireless router serves as the centerpiece of your network, allowing you to share files,
printers, and the Internet connection. A sample home network is shown below:
The Internet communicates with the modem, which in turn communicates with the router.
The router acts as the gateway to your network; it sends devices information such as
requests for Internet access, file sharing, or multiplayer games. The router controls the
information for your network, intelligently routing the information to its required destination
while at the same time protecting your network from the public domain.
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Section 1 Overview
Router Physical Description
The following sections describe the physical characteristics of your router.
For instructions on installing your router, see Section 2: Installation.
Back of Router
The following illustration shows the WR850 back panel:
Reset
Power
12 3 4 5
LAN 4 WAN3 2 1 Antenna
Feature Description
1 Power
The receptacle where you plug in the power adapter.
2 Reset
Button
Resets your router or resets the router to the default login settings.
If the router experiences trouble connecting to the Internet, briefly
press and release the Reset button to reset the router. This retains the
router’s configuration information.
To reset the router to the factory defaults, press and hold the Reset
button for more than five seconds. This clears the router’s Username,
Password, IP Address, Subnet Mask and Operation Mode. To
re-configure the router, see Section 3: Configuration.
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Overview Section 1
Feature Description
3 LAN
Ports 1-4
4 WAN
5 Antenna
Front of Router
These four ports connect the router to your LAN or home network
using Ethernet cables. This enables communication among clients,
such as PCs or print servers, on the network. The LAN ports support
either 10-BASE-T or 100-BASE-T transmission speeds as well as
straight-through and crossover Ethernet cables.
Any of these four ports can also serve as an uplink port to other
network devices, such as another router or switch, which allows you to
extend your network.
Connect your modem to your router using this port with your supplied
Ethernet cable. This is the only port you can use for this procedure.
This enables your router to access the Internet. The port supports
10/100 Mbps as well as straight-through and crossover Ethernet
cables.
The antenna is used for wireless connections. You are able to rotate
the antenna to gain the best signal reception.
The following illustration shows the WR850 front panel:
12 3 4
Local Network
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The LEDs of the router indicate its operational status.
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Section 1 Overview
LED Description
LED Condition Color Status
1 Power
2 Modem
ON Green The device is powered on and operating normally.
ON Red The Power LED turns RED as soon as the reset
button is depressed. If the reset button is held
down, the LED starts to blink RED and the
router’s username, password, private LAN IP
address, private subnet mask address and
operation mode are restored to factory default
settings.
If the Power LED stays RED for longer than 5
seconds, this indicates that the firmware is
corrupted and needs to be restored.
OFF None The device is not powered on.
ON/
Blinking Amber 10BaseT link detected / active traffic present.
ON/
Blinking Green 100BaseT link detected / active traffic present.
OFF None No external Ethernet device has been attached
and detected. The Ethernet link may be down.
3 Wireless
4 LAN (x4)
ON/
Blinking Green The wireless interface is enabled / active traffic
present.
NOTE: The wireless LED does not blink on WR850G
“Version 1” hardware. You can determine
your version of hardware by looking at the
product label on the bottom of the router.
Within the box that includes the FCC logo, a
“Version 1” unit will display “MODEL:
WR850G”, while a “Version 2” unit will display
“MODEL: WR850Gv2” (see example below).
MODEL WR850G
INPUT VOLTAGE: +5VDC, 2A
FCC ID: F2N WR 850 G
MODE L: WR8 50G
Te st ed To C om pl y
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
With FCC Standards
PART NUMBER: AAAAAA-BBB-CC
S/N: PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCAABBCCCC
WIRELESS MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45
WAN MAC: AB C D EF 01 23 45
MADE IN TAIWAN
OFF None The wireless interface is not enabled by the
firmware.
ON/
ON/
Blinking
Blinking
Amber 10BaseT link detected / active traffic present
Green 100BaseT link detected / active traffic present
.
.
OFF None No external Ethernet device has been attached
and detected. The Ethernet link may be down.
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Section 2: Installation
This section will help you:
• physically install your WR850, and
• establish a first connection between a PC and the WR850.
Once this first connection is made, you can configure the WR850 to support all of the other
wired and/or wireless connections you need.
Physical Installation of the WR850
Positioning Your Router for Optimal Wireless Performance
Your wireless router uses a radio transmission technology defined by the Institute of
Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) called 802.11 Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi). This
standard is subdivided into distinct categories of speed and the frequency spectrum used,
designated by the lower case letter after the standard.
For example, your router supports both the ‘b’ and ‘g’ specifications. The 802.11b
specification transmits data rates up to 11 Mbps while the 802.11g specification transmits
data rates up to 54 Mbps. These are theoretical standards so your performance may vary.
The radio waves radiate out in a donut-shaped pattern. The waves travel through walls and
floors, but transmission power and distance are affected. The theoretical distance limit is
1,000 feet (305 meters), but actual throughput and distance varies.
Both standards operate in the 2.4 GHz range, meaning other electrical appliances also
might interfere with the router – televisions, radios, microwave ovens, or 2.4 GHz cordless
telephones. Therefore, positioning your router where it encounters the least interference
helps maintain a better connection.
The following lists the expected wireless range of the router. This table is only a guide and
coverage varies due to local conditions.
Data Rate Open Area Closed Area
54 Mbps
11 Mbps
5.5 Mbps
2 or 1 Mbps
To achieve the best wireless performance, review these guidelines before deciding where
to place your router:
Up to 100 ft (30m) Up to 60 ft (18m)
Up to 900 feet (275 m) Up to 160 feet (49 m)
Up to 1300 feet (396 m) Up to 200 feet (61 m)
Up to 1500 feet (457 m) Up to 300 feet (91 m)
Placing your base station in the physical center of your network is the best location
because the antenna sends out the signal in all directions.
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Section 2 Installation
Placing the router in a higher location, such as on top of a cabinet, helps disperse the
signal cleanly, especially to receiving locations on upper stories.
If possible, position your router so there is direct line of sight between the router and
your other home network devices.
Avoid placing the router next to large solid objects like computer cases, monitors, walls,
fireplaces, etc. This helps the signal penetrate more cleanly.
Other wireless devices like televisions, radios, microwaves, and 2.4 GHz cordless
telephones can interfere with the signal. Keep these devices away from the router.
Mirrors, especially silver-coated, can reduce transmission performance.
Hardware Setup
Hardware setup includes:
Antenna Installation: connecting the antenna to the router
Physical Placement: how and where you physically place your router
Electrical Connection: how to connect the power cord
Antenna Installation
When shipped, the antenna for the WR850GP is not connected to the router. To attach the
antenna to the router:
1 Locate the antenna port on the back of the router (the threaded knob).
2 Screw the antenna connector clockwise on to the threaded knob until firmly seated. Do
not over-tighten.
Physical Placement
For desktop use, the WR850GP can be installed either horizontally or vertically. The
WR850G can only be installed horizontally.
Either router can also be mounted on a wall.
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Horizontal Installation
1 Place the router in the desired location and follow the procedures below for connecting
and configuring the router.
Vertical Installation
(WR850GP only)
1 Insert the router into the supplied base. Ensure that the antenna’s location is on top.
The router’s foot slides snugly into a notch in the base to keep the router stable.
2 Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the router.
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Wall Mount Installation
If you mount the router on the wall, you must:
Position the router as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or
business communications services.
Follow all local standards for installing a network interface router/network interface
device (NIU/NID).
If possible, mount the router to concrete, masonry, a wooden stud, or other solid wall
material. Use anchors when necessary; for example if you must mount the router on
drywall.
To mount your router on the wall:
1 Print the Wall Mounting Template shown on this page:
5.1”
[129.5mm]
The illustration is drawn at a one-to-one scale, which means that when printed, it
provides the exact dimensions required to mount the router.
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2 To print the Wall Mounting Template, click the Print icon or choose Print from the File
menu.
3 In both the Pages from and to fields, enter the page number on which the Wall
Mounting Template appears.
4 Click OK.
5 Measure the printed template with a ruler to ensure that it is the same size as the
template on page 2-3.
6 Use a center punch to mark the center of the holes on the wall.
7 On the wall, locate the marks for the mounting holes you just made.
WARNING!
Before drilling holes, check the structure for potential damage to water, gas, or
electric lines.
8 Drill the holes to a depth of at least 3.8 cm (1½ inches).
9 If necessary, seat an anchor in each hole. Use M5 x 38 mm (#10-16 x 11/2 inch) screws
with a flat underside and maximum screw head diameter of 10.5 mm to mount the
router.
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10 Using a screwdriver, turn each screw until part of it protrudes from the wall, as shown:
– There must be 4.0 mm (.16 inches) between the wall and the underside of the screw
head.
– The maximum distance from the wall to the top of the screw head is 7.6 mm (.3 in).
7.6 mm (.3 inches)
maximum
10.5 mm (.4 inches)
maximum
4.0 mm
11 Remove the two plastic feet, nearest to the LED panel, from the bottom of the router to
uncover the keyholes.
12 Place the router so the keyholes are above the mounting screws.
13 Slide the router down until it stops against the top of the keyhole opening.
14 Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the router.
Electrical Connection
Your router does not have an On/Off power switch and therefore will only be powered on by
plugging in the power adapter
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supply
1 Connect the power adapter to the router’s Power port, found on the back of the router.
2 Plug the power adapter into a grounded and surge-protected power outlet. The Power
LED on the front panel lights green when connected properly.
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Establishing Your First Connection to the WR850
Once the WR850 is placed, you can now establish your first PC connection to the WR850.
There are three ways to choose from to accomplish this:
(1) If your first connection will be a wired connection (i.e., an Ethernet cable will connect
the PC and the WR850), you can follow the step-by-step easy install process with
the included WR850 Installation Wizard CD-ROM. [recommended]
(2) If your first connection will be a wired connection, but you do not wish to use the
WR850 Installation Wizard CD-ROM, you can manually install this first wired
connection.
(3) If your first connection will be a wireless connection, you can
manually install this
first wireless connection.
Easy Install Process
Run the Installation Wizard program from the supplied CD-ROM to quickly set up your
network. Once your network is up and running, for advanced configuration, see
Section 3: Configuration.
The Installation Wizard will automatically run once you place the CD-ROM in your PC’s
CD-ROM drive. It will confirm that the antenna and electrical connections have been made,
and then lead you step-by-step through setting up your WR850 in a typical configuration as
a wired/wireless router.
Manual Install – Wired Connection
If you are manually connecting your PC with an Ethernet cable to the router, your PC must
be installed first with an Ethernet adapter. You need two Ethernet cables for this
procedure, one to connect the router to the modem and one to connect a PC to the router.
ETHERNET
USB
CABLE
HFC MAC ID: ABCDEF012345
CUSTOMER S/N:BCDFGHJKLMNP
USB CPE MAC ID:ABDCEF012345
S/N: PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCA
BBCCCC
Reset
LAN
4
+12VDC
Power
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WAN
1
ntenna
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1 If you are currently running broadband to a single computer: Unplug the Ethernet cable
that runs between your modem and PC from the back of your PC and plug it into the
port labeled WAN on the back of your router.
If you are not running broadband to a single computer: Connect an Ethernet cable to
the WAN port on your router.
2 Connect the other end of the same cable to your cable or DSL modem. You have now
connected the router to the modem. It will be necessary to restart your cable or DSL
modem after making this connection.
3 To connect the PC to the router, use a second Ethernet cable and connect it to the
Ethernet port on your PC.
4 Connect the other end of the same cable into one of the LAN ports on your router. You
have now connected your PC to the router.
5 Your PC’s Ethernet adapter may need to be configured to work with the WR850.
By default, the WR850 has a LAN IP Address of 192.168.10.1, and dynamically assigns
an IP Address to connected devices. The PC will not communicate properly with the
WR850 if the Ethernet adapter is not configured either:
(a) to accept a dynamic IP Address, or
(b) with a compatible static IP Address (i.e., 192.168.10.x, where x is a number
between 2 and 254).
To make any necessary adjustments to your PC’s Ethernet Adapter, you can follow the
instructions in this section under Configuring Computers to Communicate with the
WR850.
NOTE: You can make wired connections between the WR850 and other device s by
repeating Steps 3, 4, and 5 with each of those devices.
6 Once the PC is communicating with the WR850, you can proceed to Section 3:
Configuration to access the built-in Web-based Configuration Utility and configure the
WR850:
•
For a typical WR850 configuration as a wired/wireless router, review and adjust as
necessary only those configuration options designated as “commonly used” or
“recommended”. These fields are labeled with white letters.
For advanced WR850 configuration, review and adjust any and all configuration
•
options as desired. Field codes requiring more advanced knowledge to configure
are labeled with black letters.
Manual Install – Wireless Connection
WARNING!
When first configuring your router, it is recommended that you have an Ethernet
cable connected to the router. Performing the INITIAL configuration using a
wireless connection is not secure and is not recommended.
After you have finished the initial configuration of the router, your connection will
be secure and you can safely use either a wired or wireless connection.
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If you are connecting your client wirelessly to the router, you can use the Motorola
WPCI810G or WPCI810GP, a wireless PCI adapter for your desktop PC. If you have a
laptop, the Motorola WN825G or WN825GP wireless PC card adapter provides access. A
Motorola WU830G wireless USB adapter can also provide access for desktops or laptops.
The WPCI810G, WN825G, and WU830G support the Windows
Windows XP
None of these adapters support Windows
™
operating systems. The WPCI810GP and WN825GP support Windows 2000 and XP only.
ETHERNET
USB
CABLE
USB CPE MAC ID:ABDCEF012345
S/N: PPPP MMYJJJ SSSSS CA
HFC MAC ID: ABCDEF012345
CUSTOMER S/N:BCDFGHJKLMNP
BBCCCC
+12VDC
®
95, Windows® 98, or Windows NT®.
Reset
LAN 4 WAN321
Power
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98SE, Windows Me®, Windows® 2000, and
ntenna
1 If you are currently running broadband to a single computer, unplug the Ethernet cable
that runs between your modem and PC from the back of your PC and plug it into the
port labeled WAN on the back of your router.
If you are not running broadband to a single computer, connect an Ethernet cable to the
WAN port on your router.
2 Connect the other end of the same cable to your cable or DSL modem. You have now
connected the router to the modem. It will be necessary to restart your cable or DSL
modem after making this connection.
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3 Your PC’s wireless adapter may need to be configured to work with the WR850.
By default, the WR850 has a LAN IP Address of 192.168.10.1, and dynamically assigns
an IP Address to connected devices. The PC will not communicate properly with the
WR850 if the wireless adapter is not configured either:
(a) to accept a dynamic IP Address, or
(b) with a compatible static IP Address (i.e., 192.168.10.x, where x is a number
between 2 and 254).
To make any necessary adjustments to your PC’s wireless adapter, you can follow the
instructions in this section under Configuring Computers to Communicate with the
WR850.
4 To connect the PC to the WR850 through a wireless connection, use your PC’s wireless
adapter utility to verify:
(a) the selection of the SSID (Service Set Identifier) of the WR850, which by default
is set to motorolaABCDEF012345, where the final 12 characters represent the
WR850’s Wireless MAC address (see the image below to identify the WR850
Wireless MAC address from the product label),
(b) that authentication is set to Open, since the WR850 by default has no wireless
authentication enabled, and
(c) that no encryption is enabled, since the WR850 by default has no wireless
encryption enabled.
MODEL WR85 0G
PART NUMBER: AAAAAA-BBB-CC
WAN MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45
MADE IN TAIWAN
INPUT VOLTAGE: +5VDC, 2A
FCC ID: F2N WR850G
MODEL: WR850G
Test e d To Com pl y
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
MODEL WR850G
PART NUMBER: AAAAAA-BBB-CC
S/N: PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCAABBCCCC
WIRELESS MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45
WAN MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45
MADE IN TAIWAN
INPUT VOLTAGE: +5VDC, 2A
FCC ID: F2NWR850G
MODEL: WR 850G
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Test ed To Comp ly
S/N: PPPPMMYJJJSSSSSCAABBCCCC
WIRELESS MAC: AB CD EF 01 23 45
Wireless MAC address
Refer to your wireless adapter’s documentation for instructions on how to review and
adjust these settings.
NOTE: You can make wireless connections between the WR850 and other d evices by
repeating Steps 3 and 4 with each of those devices, but it is recommended to wait
until after securing your wireless network to do so.
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5 Once the PC is communicating with the WR850, you can proceed to Section 3:
Configuration to access the built-in Web-based Configuration Utility and configure the
WR850:
•
For a typical WR850 configuration as a wired/wireless router, review and adjust as
necessary only those configuration options designated as “commonly used” or
“recommended”. These fields are labeled with white letters.
For advanced WR850 configuration, review and adjust any and all configuration
•
options as desired. Field codes requiring more advanced knowledge to configure
are labeled with black letters.
In either case, it is recommended that you first use the Web-based Configuration
Utility to establish security measures on your wireless network, and re-connect
securely to the WR850, prior to making any other changes to the WR850.
Configuring Computers to Communicate with the WR850
Each computer that will be part of your network needs to communicate with the router. To
do this, you may need to configure each PC’s network settings to automatically obtain an IP
address.
This section includes information on configuring computers with the following operating
systems:
®
Windows
Windows Me
Windows
Windows XP
98SE
®
®
2000
™
Determine the operating system for each computer you will include in your wireless network
and follow the steps to configure the network settings for that PC.
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Configuring Windows 98SE and ME
1 Click Start.
2 Select Settings > Control Panel.
3 Double-click Network. The Network window is displayed.
4 On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line the for the appropriate wired or wireless
Ethernet adapter on your PC. There may be multiple adapters installed – choose only
the one that is configured for your adapter. In the example above, a 3Com Ethernet
adapter card is installed and is the appropriate choice.
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5 Click Properties. The TCP/IP Properties window is displayed.
Windows 98SE Windows ME
6 Click the IP Address tab.
7 Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
8 Click OK.
9 Click the Gateway tab and confirm that the Installed Gateway field is blank.
10 Click OK twice. Windows may ask for the Windows Installation disk. First check to see if
the installation files are installed at c:\windows\options\cabs. Otherwise, load your
Windows CD and follow the prompts.
11 Restart your computer to save your settings.
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Configuring Windows 2000
1 Click Start.
2 Select Settings.
3 Select Control Panel.
4 Double-click Network and Dial-Up Connections.
5 Double-click the Local Area Connection appropriate for your wired or wireless
Ethernet adapter.
6 Click Properties.
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The Local Area Properties window is displayed.
7 Ensure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected.
8 Click to highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
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The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window is displayed.
9 Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click OK twice to exit and save your
settings.
10 Restart your computer to save your settings.
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