PLANET PRT-301W User Manual
Powerline Wireless Router
PRT-301W
User’s Manual
Copyright
Copyright 2005 by PLANET Technology Corp. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated
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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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 or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compliance.(example-use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This 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.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure
Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits,
human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm(8 inches) during normal operation.
R&TTE Compliance Statement
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This equipment complies with all the requirements of DIRECTIVE 1999/5/CE OF THE
EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and
telecommunication terminal Equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity
(R&TTE)
The R&TTE Directive repeals and replaces in the directive 98/13/EEC (Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment and Satellite Earth Station Equipment) As of April 8,2000.
Safety
This equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install and use it.
However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock and static electricity
when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this and of the computer manufacture must therefore be allowed at all times to ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Revision
User’s Manual for PLANET Powerline Wireless Router
Model: PRT-301W
Rev: 1.0 (March, 2005)
Part No. EM-PRT301W
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................1
1.1 Package Contents...........................................................................................1
1.2 System Requirements....................................................................................1
1.3 Features...........................................................................................................1
1.4 Specification....................................................................................................2
1.5 Wireless Performance....................................................................................2
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION..................................................................5
2.1 Hardware Connection.....................................................................................5
2.2 LED Indicators.................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 3 INITIAL SETUP........................................................................................7
3.1 Overview..........................................................................................................7
3.2 Setup Wizard...................................................................................................7
CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED SETUP...............................................................................10
4.1 System...........................................................................................................10
4.1.1 System Time..........................................................................................10
4.1.2 Administrator Settings............................................................................10
4.1.3 Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................11
4.1.4 Configuration Tools................................................................................11
4.1.5 MAC Clone.............................................................................................12
4.1.6 Status.....................................................................................................12
4.1.7 System Log............................................................................................13
4.1.8 Reboot...................................................................................................13
4.2 WAN................................................................................................................13
4.2.1 Dynamic IP.............................................................................................13
4.2.2 Static IP..................................................................................................14
4.2.3 PPPoE....................................................................................................14
4.2.4 PPTP......................................................................................................15
4.2.5 DNS.......................................................................................................15
4.3 LAN.................................................................................................................16
4.3.1 LAN Settings..........................................................................................16
4.3.2 DHCP Client List....................................................................................17
4.4 Wireless.........................................................................................................17
4.4.1 Wireless Settings...................................................................................17
4.4.2 Security Settings....................................................................................18
4.5 NAT.................................................................................................................18
4.5.1 Special Application.................................................................................18
4.5.2 Virtual Server.........................................................................................19
4.6 Firewall...........................................................................................................20
4.6.1 Block WAN Ping....................................................................................20
4.6.2 Client Filtering........................................................................................20
4.6.3 MAC Control..........................................................................................21
4.6.4 DMZ.......................................................................................................21
4.7 Routing...........................................................................................................21
4.7.1 Static Routing.........................................................................................21
4.7.2 Dynamic Routing....................................................................................22
4.7.3 Routing Table List..................................................................................22
CHAPTER 5 POWERLINE NETWORK UTILITY........................................................23
5.1 Install the Powerline Network Utility...........................................................23
5.2 Use the Powerline Network Utility...............................................................23
APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................26
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Chapter 1
Introduction
As the speedy network expansion, the transmitting medium is no longer restricted to physical
network cables. The technologies of wireless and powerline are growing more rapidly than
traditional wired networking. The PRT-301W is multiple standards compliant with IEEE
802.3/802.3u for Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b/g for wireless LAN, and HomePlug Powerline Alliance
v1.0 for powerline network. It can easily accommodate to existing network, regardless of type.
Furthermore, the PRT-301W can combine three different types of networks into one and enjoy
the high speed of Ethernet, freedom of wireless and simplicity of powerline.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
n PRT-301W
n Dipole Antenna
n RJ-45 cable
n Quick Installation Guide
n User’s manual
n Power Adapter
Note:
If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
possible.
1.2 System Requirements
Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.
n One RJ-45 Broadband Internet connection
n One PC with an installed 10Mbps, 100Mbps, or 10/100 Mbps Ethernet card
n TCP/IP network protocol for each PC
n UTP network cable with RJ-45 connector
n Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later.
(5.0 and 4.7, respectively, are strongly recommended.)
1.3 Features
n Internet connection sharing for every node with one external IP
n Support Homeplug Powerline Alliance v1.0
n Support 802.11g wireless LAN, and 802.3/802.3u 10M/100M Ethernet
n Three 10/100Mbps Auto-negotiation and Auto-MDIX switching ports for flexibility network
connectivity
n 64-bit, 128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
n Web Configuration provide a user friendly interface for the user to configure through web
browser
n Support DHCP server and client
n Support MAC Filter
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1.4 Specification
Hardware
Port Four 10/100Base-TX ports (WAN * 1, LAN * 3)
One powerline port
LED Indicators System: 1 LEDs; PWR
Powerline: 2 LEDs; LNK, ACT
Wireless: 1 LED; WLAN
LAN: 3 LEDs; LNK/ACT
WAN: 1 LED; WAN
Antenna One Dipole Antenna
Wireless LAN
Standard IEEE 802.11g
Signal Type DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation QPSK / BPSK / CCK/OFDM
Output Power 15dBm
Data Encryption 64 bit / 128 bit WEP encryption
Frequency 2.4GHz - 2.484GHz
Channel 11 Channels (FCC / US, Canada)
13 Channels (ETSI / Europe)
14 Channels (TELEC / Japan)
Data Rate 802.11b: 1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11 Mbps
802.11g: 6 / 9 / 12 / 18 / 24 / 36 / 48 / 54 Mbps
Internet Connectivity
Internet Connection Fixed IP, PPPoE, PPTP, Dynamic IP
Protocol TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, HTTP, RIPv1/v2
Advanced Function Virtual Server, DMZ
Powerline
Standard HomePlug Powerline Alliance v1.0
Data Rate Up to 14Mbps over powerline
1.5 Wireless Performance
The following information will help you utilizing the wireless performance, and operating coverage of PRT-301W.
1. Site selection
To avoid interferences, please locate PRT-301W and wireless clients away from transformers, microwave ovens, heavy-duty motors, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, and other
industrial equipments. Keep the number of walls, or ceilings between AP and clients as
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few as possible; otherwise the signal strength may be seriously reduced. Place PRT301W in open space to improve the coverage.
2. Environmental factors
The wireless network is easily affected by many environmental factors. Every environment is unique with different obstacles, construction materials, weather, etc. It is hard to
determine the exact operating range of PRT-301W in a specific location without testing.
3. Antenna adjustment
The bundled antenna of PRT-301W is adjustable. Firstly install the antenna pointing
straight up, then smoothly adjust it if the radio signal strength is poor. But the signal reception is definitely weak in some certain areas, such as location right down the antenna.
Moreover, the original antenna of PRT-301W can be replaced with other external antennas to extend the coverage. Please check the specification of the antenna you want to
use, and make sure it can be used on PRT-301W.
4. WLAN type
If PRT-301W is installed in an 802.11b and 802.11g mixed WLAN, its performance will
reduced significantly. Because every 802.11g OFDM packet needs to be preceded by an
RTS-CTS or CTS packet exchange that can be recognized by legacy 802.11b devices.
This additional overhead lowers the speed. If there are no 802.11b devices connected, or
if connections to all 802.11b devices are denied so that PRT-301W can operate in 11gonly mode, then its data rate should actually 54Mbps.
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Chapter 2
Hardware Installation
2.1 Hardware Connection
Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about
the PRT-301W.
1. Locate an optimum location for the PRT-301W. The best place for your PRT-301W
is usually at the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile
stations.
2. Assemble the antenna to PRT-301W. Try to place them to a position that can best
cover your wireless network. The antenna’s position will enhance the receiving sensitivity.
3. Connect RJ-45 cable to PRT-301W LAN port. Connect one of the LAN ports on PRT301W to your LAN switch/hub with a RJ-45 cable.
4. Connect RJ-45 cable to PRT-301W WAN port. Connect ADSL/Cable Modem to the
WAN port on PRT-301W. Use the cable supplied with your modem. If no cable was
supplied with your modem, please use a RJ-45 Ethernet cable.
5. Plug in power adapter and connect to power source. After power on, PRT-301W will
start to operate. In the mean time, PRT-301W is connected to the powerline network.
Note:
ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the PRT-301W. Otherwise,
the product may be damaged.
2.2 LED Indicators
PWR
LNK
PLC
ACT
Router with proper power connection.
The LNK LED illuminates when a successful connection is made between
the PRT-301W and another powerline device or network.
The ACT LED is flashing when the PRT-301W is actively sending or
receiving data over the powerline network.
LAN (1-3)
The LAN LEDs serve two purposes. If the LED continuously illuminated,
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sponding port (1, 2 or 3).
If the LED is flashing, the PRT-301W is actively sending or receiving data
over that port.
WLAN
WAN
The WLAN LED flashes when the wireless works.
The WAN illuminates when the PRT-301W is powered on and flashes
when the PRT-301W is actively sending or receiving data over the WAN
network.
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