11Mbps Wireless Broadband Router
WRT-403
User’s Manual
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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
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 11Mbps Wireless Broadband Router
Model: WRT-403
Rev: 1.0 (October. 2003)
Part No. EM-WRT403
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
CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION...................................................3
2.1 HARDWARE CONNECTION..........................................................................3
2.2 LED INDICATORS .....................................................................................4
CHAPTER 3 CONFIGURE THROUGH WEB BROWSER..............................5
CHAPTER4 QUICK SETUP WIZARD............................................................7
4.1 TIME ZONE...............................................................................................7
4.2 BROADBAND TYPE....................................................................................8
4.2.1 Cable Modem...........................................................................10
4.2.2 Fixed-IP xDSL..........................................................................11
4.2.3 PPPoE xDSL............................................................................12
4.2.4 PPTP xDSL..............................................................................13
CHAPTER 5 GENERAL SETUP...................................................................16
5.1 SYSTEM ............................................................................................16
5.1.1 Time Zone................................................................................18
5.1.2 Password Setup.......................................................................19
5.1.3 Remote Management...............................................................20
5.2 WAN................................................................................................21
5.2.1 Dynamic IP....................................................................................22
5.2.2 Static IP....................................................................................23
5.2.3 PPPoE.....................................................................................24
5.2.4 PPTP........................................................................................25
5.2.5 L2TP........................................................................................26
5.2.6 Telstra Big Pond.......................................................................28
5.2.7 DNS.........................................................................................29
5.2.8 DDNS.......................................................................................30
5.3 LAN.................................................................................................30
5.4 WIRELESS.........................................................................................32
5.4.1 Basic Settings..........................................................................33
5.4.2 Advance Settings.....................................................................35
5.4.3 Encryption................................................................................36
5.4.4 Access Control.........................................................................38
5.5 NAT.................................................................................................39
5.5.1 Port Forwarding.......................................................................40
5.5.2 Virtual Server...........................................................................41
5.5.3 Special Applications.................................................................43
5.5.4 ALG Settings............................................................................45
5.6 FIREWALL..........................................................................................45
5.6.1 Access Control.........................................................................47
5.6.2 URL Blocking...........................................................................49
5.6.3 DoS..........................................................................................50
5.6.4 DMZ.........................................................................................50
5.7 STATUS.............................................................................................51
5.7.1 Internet Connection..................................................................53
5.7.2 Device Status...........................................................................54
5.7.3 System Log..............................................................................55
5.7.4 Security Log.............................................................................56
5.7.5 Active DHCP Client..................................................................57
5.7.6 Statistics...................................................................................57
5.8 TOOLS ..............................................................................................58
5.8.1 Configuration Tools..................................................................58
5.8.2 Firmware Upgrade...................................................................59
5.8.3 Reset........................................................................................60
APPENDIX A NETWORK ADAPTER INFORMATION ................61
APPENDIX B FAQ.................................................................................62
APPENDIX C GLOSSARY ..................................................................63
If any of the above items are missing, contact your supplier as soon as
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing WRT-403. This device features the latest innovation wireless technology
making the wireless networking world happened. This manual guides you on how to install and properly
use the WRT-403 in order to take full advantage of its features.
1.1 Package Contents
Make sure that you have the following items:
• One WRT-403
• One AC Power Adapter
• One User’s Manual CD
• One Quick Installation Guide
• One External Dipole Antenna
Note:
possible.
1.2 System Requirements
Before installation, please check the following requirements with your equipment.
l Pentium Based (And Above) IBM-Compatible PC System
l CD-ROM drive
l Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP/Server 2003 Operating System with TCP/IP protocol
1.3 Features
l Allow multiple users to share a single Internet line
l Internet Access via Cable or xDSL modem
l Access Private LAN Servers from the Public Network
l Equipped with four LAN ports (10/100M) and one WAN port (10/100M)
l Provides IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN access point
l Support DHCP Server for easy setup
l Allow you to monitor the router’s status such as: Active DHCP Client, Security Log and
Device/Connection Status
l Easy to use Web-based GUI for configuration and management purposes
l Remote Management allows configuration and upgrades from a remote site (over the Internet)
l DHCP/PPPOE/PPTP/L2TP/Fixed IP allocation
l MAC/IP filter access control, URL blocking
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l SPI firewall + DoS prevention protection
l UPnP function
l Complies with the IEEE 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz specification
l 64/128-bit WEP Encryption to protect the wireless data transmissions
1.4 Specification
Standard IEEE 802.11b Compliant
Signal Type DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)
Modulation QPSK / BPSK / CCK
Port Five 10/100Base-TX (WAN*1,LAN*4)
Antenna Dipole Antenna * 1
Data Encryption 64 bit / 128 bit WEP encryption
Frequency 2.4GHz - 2.484GHz
Sensitivity -78dBm (@PER8%, 11Mbps)
Channel 11 Channels (FCC / US, Canada)
13 Channels (ETSI / Europe)
14 Channels (TELEC / Japan)
Data Rate Up to 11Mbps (with automatic scale back)
LED Indicators PWR, WLAN
LAN: LNK/ACT * 4, 10/100Mbps * 4
WAN: LNK/ACT * 1, 10/100Mbps * 1
Power Requirement 12V DC, 1A
Power Consumption TX power consumption: <650mA
RX power consumption <350mA
Temperature Operating :0 ~ 55 degree C
Storage: -20 ~ 70 degree C
Humidity Operating: 0 ~ 90%
Storage: 0 ~ 95% Non-Condensing
Dimensions 190 x 98 x 35 mm
Output Power 18dBm
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403. Otherwise, the product may be
403 to default settings, press and hold the Reset button over 5
If the connection cannot be established (WAN LED is not
port instead, and
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
Before you proceed with the installation, it is necessary that you have enough information about the
WRT-403.
2.1 Hardware Connection
12V DC
RESET
1. Locate an optimum location for the WRT-403. The best place for your WRT-403 is usually at
the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Adjust the antennas of WRT-403. Try to adjust 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 WRT-403 LAN port. Connect one of the LAN ports on WRT-403 to your
LAN switch/hub with a RJ-45 cable.
4. Connect RJ-45 cable to WRT-403 WAN port. Connect ADSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on
WRT-403. 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, WRT-403 will start to
operate.
+
WAN1234
ANT
Note: ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the WRT-
damaged.
Note: If you want to reset WRT-
seconds and release. And then wait for 10 seconds for WRT-403 restart.
WAN port
(10/100BaseT)
Connect the xDSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a
cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.
ë Note
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
on), please connect to the Uplink
check if the supplied cable is broken.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ-45 interface) to connect your PCs to
these ports.
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If the connection cannot be established (LAN LED is not
check
These steps can restore machine factory default IP
and User name / Password to
ë Note
on), please connect to the Uplink port instead, and
if the supplied cable is broken.
Reset Button This button has two (2) functions:
Reboot. When pressed and released, the router will reboot (restart).
Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data and
restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To Reboot machine without Clearing Existing Configurations:
Press the reset button with a pencil tip (for less than 4 seconds),
machine will re-boot itself, the existing configurations will be kept.
To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
Press the reset button for longer than 4 seconds and the router will
reset itself to the factory default settings (warning: your original
configurations will be replaced with the factory default settings)
ë Note
address: 192.168.0.1,
“admin”.
Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here.
ANT The reversed-polarity SMA connector for wireless antenna. Please find
the omni-antenna from the package.
2.2 LED Indicators
Wireless Broadband Router
WRT-403
LED STATE MEANING
PWR
WLAN
10/100
LNK/ACT
Green Device power on
Off Device power off
Blinking WLAN activity
Off On wireless device connected
Orange Port works on 100Mbps
Off Port works on 10Mbps
Green Link is established
Blinking Green Packets are transmitting or receiving
Off Not connected
WAN
10/100
LNK/
ACT
WLANPWR1234
LAN
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Chapter 3 Configure through Web Browser
Web configuration provides a user-friendly graphical user interface (web pages) to manage your
WRT-403. A WRT-403 with an assigned IP address will allows you to monitor and configure via web
browser (e.g., MS Internet Explorer or Netscape).
1. Open your web browser.
2. Enter the IP address of your WRT-403 in the address field (default IP address is
3. A User Name and Password dialog box will appear. Please enter your User Name and Password
here. Default User Name and Password is “admin”. Click OK.
4. Then you will see the WRT-403 web configuration page as below.
http://192.168.0.1).
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Select your Internet connection type and then input the configurations needed
r the Broadband router’s advance
functions such as: Bridge, Address Mapping, Virtual Server, Access Control,
Hacker Attack Prevention, DMZ, Special applications and other functions to
see the Broadband router's system information, Internet
Tools include Configuration
iguration tools allow you to Backup
your Broadband router. The
pgrade tool allows you to upgrade your Broadband router's
In HOME screen. It is divided into four sections, Quick Setup Wizard, General Setup, Status
Information and Tools. Please refer to the section below to know the details of each option.
Section Description
Quick Setup Wizard
to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
General Setup This section contains configurations fo
meet your LAN requirements.
Status Information
Tools This section contains the broadband router’s Tools -
In this section you can
Connection, Device Status, Security Log and DHCP client Log information.
tools, Firmware Upgrade and Reset. Conf
(save), Restore or Restore to Factory Default of
Firmware U
firmware. The RESET tool allows you to re-boot your Broadband router.
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Select the time zone of the country you are currently in. The router will
does not work. The information of
The router can also take Daylight savings into account. If you wish to use
this function, you must check/tick the enable box to enable your daylight
Chapter4 Quick Setup Wizard
This section will show the basic configuration of the WRT-403 to let you connect to Internet easily. Please
follow the steps to setup your WRT-403.
4.1 Time Zone
The Time Zone allows your router to base its time on the settings configured here, this will affect
functions such as Log entries and Firewall settings.
Parameter Description
Set Time Zone
set its time based on your selection.
Time Server Address Remain it as default or, you can manually assign an IP address of the
Time Server if the default Time Server
Timer Server can be found in the following URL link:
http://www.eecis.udel.edu/~mills/ntp/servers.html or http://www.ntp.org.
Enable Daylight Savings
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Please refer to section
Please refer to section
Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE)
Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
saving configuration (below).
Start Daylight Savings Time Select the period in which you wish to start daylight Savings Time.
End Daylight Savings Time Select the period in which you wish to end daylight Savings Time.
Click “NEXT” button to proceed to the next step.
4.2 Broadband Type
Before establishing the Internet connection, please be sure to check the demands from your ISP, and
then choose a proper Internet access method supported.
Broadband Description
Cable Modem ISP will automatically give you an IP address.
Fixed-IP xDSL ISP has given you a fixed IP address already.
PPPoE xDSL ISP requires you to use a Point-to-
PPTP xDSL ISP requires you to use a Point-to-
4.2.1 for details.
4.2.2 for details.
connection. Please refer to section 4.2.3 for details.
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connection. Please refer to section 4.2.4 for details.
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If your ISP requires a Host Name, type in the host name provided by your ISP,
. Type in this MAC
or use the “Clone MAC Address” button to replace the WAN
MAC address with the MAC address of that PC (you have to be using that PC for the
To find out the PC’s MAC address see Appendix
4.2.1 Cable Modem
Choose Cable Modem if the ISP will automatically give you an IP address. Some ISP may also require
you to fill in additional information such as Host Name and MAC address (see screen below).
Note: The Host Name and MAC address section is optional and you can skip this section if your ISP
does not require these settings for you to connect to the Internet.
Parameters Description
Host Name
otherwise leave it blank if your ISP does not require a Host Name.
MAC Address To connect to the Internet, your ISP will require a MAC address from your PC or
installed in your PC that used to connect to the Internet previously.
address in this section
Clone MAC Address button to work).
A. (see Glossary for an explanation on MAC address.
When the configuration finished please click “OK” to next step or click “Back” to previous step.
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4.2.2 Fixed-IP xDSL
Select Fixed-IP xDSL if your ISP has given you a specified IP address for you. Your ISP should provide
all the information required in this section.
Parameters Description
IP address assigned by your
Service Provider
Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP (e.g. 255.255.255.0).
DNS Address The IP address of ISP’s DNS (Domain Name Service) Server.
Service Provide Gateway
Address
Please consult your local ISP about the information above.
When the configuration finished, Please click “OK” for next step or click “Back” to previous step.
The IP address that your ISP should provide you.
The ISP’s IP address gateway.
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. You can specify the maximum size of transmission
. The range of the MTU will be from 1492 to 512. You can also
, the router will always connect to the ISP. If the WAN line
connect to the ISP when
someone want to use the Internet and keep connected until the WAN idle timeout.
ng the
4.2.3 PPPoE xDSL
Select PPPoE if your ISP requires the PPPoE protocol for Internet connectivity. Your ISP should
provide all the information like user name, password required in this section.
Parameters Description
User Name Enter the User Name provided by your ISP for the PPPoE connection.
Password Enter the Password provided by your ISP for the PPPoE connection.
Service Name This is an optional parameter. Leave it blank unless your ISP requires it.
MTU This is an optional parameter
packet to the Internet
consult you ISP for the optimal MTU as well. Default: 1492
Connection Type If you select “Continuous”
breaks down and links again, the router will auto-reconnect to the ISP.
If you select “Connect On Demand”, the router will auto-
The router will close the WAN connection if the time period that no one is usi
Internet exceeds the “Idle Time”.
If you select “Manual”, the router will connect to ISP only when you click “Connect”
manually from the Web user interface. The WAN connection will not disconnected
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due to the idle timeout. If the WAN line breaks down and latter links again, the router
You can specify an idle time threshold (minutes) for the WAN port. This means if no
packets have been sent (no one using the Internet) during this specified period, the
function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer virus
or hacker attacks from the Internet. For example, some software
sends network packets to the Internet in the background, even when
you are not using the Internet. So please turn off your computer
ith
some ISP. So please make sure this function can work properly when
you use this function in the first time, especially your ISP charge
Idle Time
will not auto-connect to the ISP. Default: Continuous.
router will automatically disconnect the connection from your ISP.
ë Note
When the configuration finished, please click “OK” to next step or click “Back” to previous step.
This “idle timeout”
when you are not using it. This function also may not work w
you by time used.
4.2.4 PPTP xDSL
Select PPTP if your ISP requires the PPTP protocol to connect to the Internet. Your ISP should provide
all the information required in this section. When configuration finished, please click “OK” to next step
or click “Back” to previous step.
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The ISP requires you to obtain an IP address by DHCP automatically before
Enter the User Name provided by your ISP for the PPTP connection.
IP address
here. If you do not have a PPTP gateway then enter the ISP’s Gateway IP
, the router will always connect to the ISP. If the WAN
Parameter Description
Obtain an IP address
connecting to the PPTP server.
Use the following IP
address
IP Address This is the IP address that your ISP has given you to establish a PPTP
Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP (e.g. 255.255.255.0)
Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP’s Gateway.
User ID
Password Enter the Password provided by your ISP for the PPTP connection
PPTP Gateway If your LAN has a PPTP gateway, then enter that PPTP gateway’s
The ISP provides you a static IP to connect to the PPTP server.
connection.
Sometimes called a Connection ID.
address above.
Connection ID This is the ID given by ISP. This is an optional parameter.
BEZEQ-ISRAEL Select this item if you are using the service provided by BEZEQ in Israel.
Connection Type If you select “Continuous”
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connect to the ISP
when someone want to use the Internet and keep connected until the WAN idle
, the router will connect to ISP only when you click
manually from the Web user interface. The WAN connection will not
aks down and latter
from the Internet. For example, some
background, even when you are not using the Internet. So please
turn off your computer when you are not using it. This function
function can work properly when you use this function in the
line breaks down and links again, the router shall auto- reconnect to the ISP.
If you select “Connect On Demand”, the router will auto-
timeout. The router will close the WAN connection if the time period that no one
is using the Internet exceeds the “Idle Time”.
If you select “Manual”
“Connect”
disconnected due to the idle timeout. If the WAN line bre
links again, the router will not auto-connect to the ISP. Default: Continuous.
Idle Time You can specify an idle time threshold (minutes) for the WAN port. This means
if no packets have been sent (no one using the Internet) throughout this
specified period, then the router will automatically disconnect the connection
with your ISP.
ë Note
This “idle timeout” function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer
virus or hacker attacks
software sends network packets to the Internet in the
also may not work with some ISP. So please make sure this
first time, especially your ISP charge you by time used.
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Chapter 5 General Setup
After click on the “General Setup” button at the HOME Page, you should see the screen below.
If you have done the configuration from “Quick Setup Wizard”, you do NOT need to configure anything in
the General Setup screen for the first time Internet connection.
The General Setup contain advanced features that allow you to configure the router to meet the
network’s needs such as: Wireless, Port Forwarding, Virtual Server, Access Control, URL Blocking,
Special Applications, DMZ and other functions.
5.1 System
This section shows how to setup the Broadband router’s system Time Zone, Password and Remote
Management Administrator.
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you are currently in. The router will set its time
You can keep the default IP address or enter a new Time Server Address for this
to
The router can also take Daylight savings into account. If you wish to use this
function, you must check/tick the enable box to enable your daylight saving
daylight
5.1.1 Time Zone
The Time Zone allows WRT-403 to allocate its time on the settings configured here, it will affect log
display functions such as Security Log and Firewall settings.
Parameter Description
Set Time Zone Select the time zone of the country
based on your selection.
Time Server Address
device to update its time. You can also refer to the web site http://www.ntp.org
find a time server near you.
Daylight Savings
configuration. You can set the days that you wish to start and stop
Savings Time.
After the setup completed, please click “Apply” to save the settings.
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Enter your current password for the remote management administrator to
5.1.2 Password Setup
Allows you to select a password in order to access the web-based management website.
Parameters Description
Current Password
login to your Broadband router.
New Password Enter your new password.
Confirmed Password Enter your new password again for verification purposes.
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
Note: If you forget the password, please reset the WRT-403 to the factory default from the reset button
(see router’s back panel).
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ation
access to the Broadband router from a remote site. This means if you are at home and
your home IP address has been designated the Remote Management host IP address
er from
based
based management from a remote site,
you must enter the router’s WAN IP address (e.g. 10.0.0.1) into your
(see
below). You’ll also need to know the password set in the Password
5.1.3 Remote Management
You can specify a Host IP address that can perform remote management from Internet.
Parameters Description
Host Address The IP address of the host in the Internet that will have management / configur
for this router (ex. located in your office), then you are able to configure this rout
your home. Left it to 0.0.0.0 means anyone can access the router’s web-
configuration from any remote location.
Click the Enabled box to enable the Remote Management function.
ë Note
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
When you want to access the web-
web-browser followed by port number 8080, e.g. 10.0.0.1:8080
Setting screen in order to access the router’s web-based management.
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5.2 WAN
Use the WAN Settings screen if you have already configured the Quick Setup Wizard section and you
would like to change your Internet connection type. The WAN Settings screen allows you to specify the
type of WAN port connect you want to establish with your ISP. In the WAN Settings screen you can also
specify the router to act as a Bridge. The WAN settings offer the following selections for the router’s
WAN port, Dynamic IP, Static IP, PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, Telstra Big Pond, DNS and DDNS.
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5.2.1 Dynamic IP
Choose the Dynamic IP selection if your ISP will automatically give you an IP address. Some ISP’s
may also require that you fill in additional information such as Host Name, Domain Name and MAC
address.
Please refer to the section 4.2.1 for more settings of this option.
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5.2.2 Static IP
Select Static IP address if your ISP provide a specific IP address Internet connectivity. Your ISP should
provide all the information required in this section.
Please refer to the section 4.2.2 for more settings of this option.
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5.2.3 PPPoE
Select PPPoE if your ISP requires PPPoE protocol to connect to the Internet. Your ISP should provide
all the information required in this section.
Please refer to the section 4.2.3 to know the detail settings of this option.
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5.2.4 PPTP
Select PPTP if your ISP requires the PPTP protocol to connect to the Internet. Your ISP should provide
all the information required in this section.
Please refer to section 4.2.4 for more settings of this option.
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The ISP requires you to obtain an IP address by DHCP before connecting to the
Enter the User Name provided by your ISP for the PPTP connection.
gateway IP address
gateway then enter the ISP’s Gateway IP
, the router will always connect to the ISP. If the WAN
5.2.5 L2TP
Select L2TP if your ISP requires the L2TP protocol to connect to the Internet. Your ISP should provide
all the information required in this section.
Parameters Description
Obtain an IP address
automatically
Use the following IP
address
IP Address This is the IP address that ISP has given to establish a L2TP connection.
Subnet Mask Enter the Subnet Mask provided by your ISP (e.g. 255.255.255.0)
Gateway Enter the IP address of the ISP Gateway.
User ID
Password Enter the Password provided by your ISP for the PPTP connection.
L2TP Gateway If your LAN has a L2TP gateway, then enter that L2TP
Connection Type If you select “Continuous”
L2TP server.
The ISP gives you a static IP to connect to the L2TP server.
Sometimes called a Connection ID
here. If you do not have a L2TP
address above.
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SP
when someone want to use the Internet and keep connected until the WAN idle
timeout. The router will close the WAN connection if the time period that no one
o ISP only when you click
manually from the Web user interface. The WAN connection will not
disconnected due to the idle timeout. If the WAN line breaks down and latter
can specify an idle time threshold (minutes) for the WAN port. This means
if no packets have been sent (no one using the Internet) throughout this
specified period, then the router will automatically disconnect the connection
function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer
virus or hacker attacks from the Internet. For example, some
in the
background, even when you are not using the Internet. So please
turn off your computer when you are not using it. This function
also may not work with some ISP. So please make sure this
function can work properly when you use this function in the
line breaks down and links again, the router will auto-reconnect to the ISP.
If you select “Connect On Demand”, the router will auto-connect to the I
is using the Internet exceeds the “Idle Time”.
If you select “Manual”, the router will connect t
“Connect”
links again, the router will not auto-connect to the ISP.
Idle Time Out You
with your ISP.
.
ë Note
Click “Apply” when you have finished the configuration above. Congratulations! You have completed
the configuration for the L2TP connection. You can start using the router now, if you wish to use some
of the advance features supported by this router see chapter below.
This “idle timeout”
software sends network packets to the Internet
first time, especially your ISP charge you by time used.
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s login server
5.2.6 Telstra Big Pond
Select Telstra Big Pond if your ISP requires the Telstra Big Pond protocol to connect you to the Internet.
Your ISP should provide all the information required in this section. Telstra Big Pond protocol is used by
the ISP in Australia.
Parameters Description
User Name Enter the User Name provided by your ISP for the Telstra Big Pond
connection.
Password Enter the Password provided by your ISP for the Telstra Big Pond
connection.
User decide login server manually
Login Server The IP of the Login Server.
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
Select if you want to assign the IP of Telstra Big Pond’
manually.
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This is the ISP’s DNS server IP address that they gave you; or you can
This is optional. You can enter another DNS server’s IP address as a
5.2.7 DNS
A Domain Name System (DNS) server is like an index of IP addresses and Web addresses. If you type
a Web address into your browser, such as www.router.com, a DNS server will find that name in its
index and the matching IP address. Most ISPs provide a DNS server for speed and convenience. If
your Service Provider connects you to the Internet with dynamic IP settings, it is likely that the DNS
server IP address is provided automatically. However, if there is a DNS server that you would rather to
use, please specify the IP address of that DNS server here.
Parameters Description
Domain Name Server (DNS)
Server
Secondary DNS Address
(optional)
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
specify your own preferred DNS server IP address.
backup. The secondary DNS will be used should the above DNS fail.
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5.2.8 DDNS
DDNS allows you to map the static domain name to a dynamic IP address. You must get an account,
password and your static domain name from the DDNS service providers. This router supports
DynDNS and TZO.
Parameters Description
Dynamic DNS Enable/Disable the DDNS function of this router.
Provider
Domain name Your static domain name that use DDNS.
Account / E-mail The account that your DDNS service provider assigned to you.
Password / Key The password you set for the DDNS service account above.
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
Select a DDNS service provider, the default setting is “DynDNS”.
5.3 LAN
The LAN Port screen below allows you to specify a private IP address for your router ’s LAN ports as
well as a subnet mask of your LAN segment.
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s IP Address. This IP Address should be unique in
The Subnet Mask of the Access
If 802.1d Spanning Tree function is enabled, this router will use the spanning tree
your LAN client an IP
the DHCP
will change
your DHCP server to issue IP
Parameters Description
LAN IP
IP Address Designate the Access Point’
your network. The default IP Address is 192.168.0.1.
Subnet Mask Specify a Subnet Mask for your LAN segment.
Point is fixed and the value is 255.255.255.0.
802.1d Spanning Tree
protocol to prevent from network loop happened in the LAN ports.
DHCP Server Enable or disable the DHCP Server.
Lease Time
IP Address Pool
The DHCP Server when enabled will temporarily give
address. In the Lease Time setting you can specify the time period that
Server lends an IP address to your LAN clients. The DHCP Server
your LAN client’s IP address when this time threshold period is reached.
Start IP/End IP You can designate a particular IP address range for
addresses to your LAN Clients. By default the IP range is from: Start IP
192.168.0.100 to End IP 192.168.0.200.
Domain Name You can specify the Domain Name for your Access Point.
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the Wireless interface. After
Click “Apply” button of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure other
advance sections or start using the router.
5.4 Wireless
This screen allows you to Enable/Disable WRT-403 wireless function.
Parameters Description
Enable/Disable You can select to “Enable” or “Disable”
selected, please click “Apply” to make the settings effect.
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Please make sure that the ESSID of all stations in the same WLAN network are the
5.4.1 Basic Settings
Please assign this WRT-403 an ESSID and Channel Number for your wireless network.
Parameters Description
ESSID The ESSID (up to 31 printable ASCII characters) is the unique name identified in a
WLAN. The ID prevents the unintentional merging of two co-located WLANs.
same. The default ESSID is “default”.
Channel Number Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your
network settings. Channels differ from country to country.
Channel 1-11 (North America)
Channel 1-14 (Japan)
Channel 1-13 (Europe)
Associated Clients Click “Show Active Clients” button, then a “Active Wireless Client Table” will pop
up as below. You can see the status of all active wireless stations that are
connecting to the access point.
Click “Apply” button to save the above configurations. You can now configure other advance sections
or start using the router.
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The time in second before dissociation. If the wireless keeps idle long than the
station has to
“Active Wireless Client Table” records the status of all active wireless stations that are connecting to
the access point. You can lookup the MAC Address, Number of Transmitted Packets, Number of
Received Packets and Encryption Status of each active wireless client in this table.
Parameters Description
MAC Address MAC address of this active wireless station.
Tx Packet The number of transmitted packets that are sent out from this active wireless
station.
Rx Packet The number of received packets that are received by this active wireless station.
TX Rate The transmission rate in Mbps.
Power Saving Shows if the wireless client is in Power Saving mode.
Expired Time
expired time, this access point will dissociate it. The wireless client
associate again when it become active.
Refresh Refresh the “Active Wireless Client Table”.
Close Close “Active Wireless Client Table” window.
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. When
, wireless stations can associate with this access point
, you should also setup
page and wireless stations should use WEP
encryption in the authentication phase to associate with this access point. If you
403 by using any
specifies the maximum size of packet during the
fragmentation of data to be transmitted. If you set this value too low, it will result
When the packet size is smaller the RTS threshold, the access point will not use
5.4.2 Advance Settings
You can set advanced parameters of this WRT-403. The parameters include Authentication Type,
Fragment Threshold, RTS Threshold, Beacon Interval, Data Rate, Preamble Type, and Broadcast
ESSID. You should not change these parameters unless you know what effect the changes will have
on WRT-403. When configuration finished, please click “Apply” to save the settings.
Parameters Description
Authentication Type There are two authentication types: “Open System” and “Shared Key”
you select “Open System”
without WEP encryption. When you select “Shared Key”
WEP key in the “Encryption”
select “Auto”, the wireless client can associate with this WRT-
one of these two authentication types.
Fragment Threshold “Fragment Threshold”
in bad performance.
RTS Threshold
the RTS/CTS mechanism to send this packet.
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The interval of time that this access point broadcast a beacon. Beacon is used to
403 will use the highest
frames during the wireless
is suitable for high traffic wireless network.
, every wireless station located within the
403 easily. If you are
building a public wireless network, enabling this feature is recommended. In
Beacon Interval
synchronize the wireless network.
Data Rate The Data Rate is the rate of data transmission. The WRT-
possible selected transmission rate to transmit the data packets.
Preamble Type Preamble type defines the length of CRC block in the
communication. “Short Preamble”
“Long Preamble” can provide more reliable communication.
Broadcast ESSID If you enable “Broadcast ESSID”
coverage of this access point can discover this WRT-
private network, disabling “Broadcast ESSID” can provide better security.
5.4.3 Encryption
WEP is an authentication algorithm, which protects authorized Wireless LAN users against
eavesdropping. The Authentication type and WEP key of wireless stations must be the same with the
WRT-403. It has support 64/128-bit WEP Encryption function. With those functions, your data will be
transmitted over the wireless network securely. In default, this function is “Disable”. When configuration
finished, please click “Apply” to save the settings.
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ters (alphanumeric format) or Hexadecimal
and
in
ata transmitted in the wireless network. Fill the
or
Parameters Description
Key Format You may select to select ASCII Charac
Digits (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) to be the WEP Key. For example:
ASCII Characters: guest
Hexadecimal Digits: 12345abcde
Key Length The selections in this setting are use to enable or disable the WEP function
select the key format to 64bit or 128bit. Default is “Disable”.
Default Key Select one of the four WEP keys to encrypt your data. Only the key you selected
the “Default Key” will take effect.
Key 1 - Key 4 The WEP keys are used to encrypt d
text box by following the rules below.
64-bit WEP: input 10-digit Hex values (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range) or 5-digit
ASCII character as the encryption keys.
128-bit WEP: input 26-digit Hex values (in the “A-F”, “a-f” and “0-9” range)
10-digit ASCII characters as the encryption keys.
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and
.
. If you
and both
want to allow to
field is the description of the wireless station
and is helpful for you to recognize the wireless
,
Delete
5.4.4 Access Control
WRT-403 provides MAC Address Filtering, which prevents the unauthorized MAC Addresses to access
your wireless network.
Parameters Description
Enable Wireless
Access Control
Current Access
Control List
Delete Selected If you want to remove some MAC address from the “Current Access Control List”
Delete All If you want remove all MAC addresses from the list, just click this button.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current selections.
Please click “Enable Wireless Access Control” first. Fill in the “MAC Address”
“Comment” of the wireless station will be added and then click “Apply Changes”
Then this wireless station will be added into the “Current Access Control List”
find any typo before adding it and want to retype again. Just click “Clear”
“MAC Address” and “Comment” fields will be cleared.
This list records the MAC addresses of wireless stations you
access your network. The “Comment”
associated with the “MAC Address”
station.
select the MAC addresses you want to remove in the list and then click “
Selected”.
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You can select to enable or disable the NAT function. After selected, please
5.5 NAT
Network Address Translation (NAT) allows multiple users at your local site to access the Internet via a
single legal IP Address. NAT provides Firewall protection from hacker attacks and has the flexibility to
allow you to map Private IP Addresses to Public IP Addresses for key services such as Websites and
FTP. To meet various field applications, WRT-403 NAT function can be disabled to work as a regular
router. If NAT is disabled, all LAN side workstations must have legal IP addresses for Internet access. If
the router is used for routing application, not for Internet access, then the NAT function can be
disabled.
Parameters Description
Enable/Disable
click “Apply” to make the settings effect.
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Port
to
will be
y typo
fields will
5.5.1 Port Forwarding
The Port Forwarding allows you to re-direct a particular range of service port numbers (from the
Internet/WAN Ports) to a particular LAN IP address. It helps you to host some servers behind the router
NAT firewall.
Parameters Description
Enable Port Forwarding Enable Port Forwarding.
Private IP This is the private IP of the server behind the NAT firewall.
Note: You need to give your LAN PC clients a fixed/static IP address for
Forwarding to work properly.
Type This is the protocol type to be forwarded. You can choose to forward “TCP”
or “UDP” packets only or select “both” to forward both “TCP” and “UDP”
packets.
Port Range The range of ports to be forward to the private IP.
Comment The description of this setting.
Add Fill in the "Private IP", “Type”, “Port Range” and "Comment" of the setting
be added and then click "Add". Then this Port Forwarding setting
added into the "Current Port Forwarding Table" below. If you find an
before adding it and want to retype again, just click "Clear" and the
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Current Access Control
, select the MAC addresses you want to remove in the table and then
be cleared.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current settings to allows you to enter again.
Current Port Forwarding Table
Delete Selected If you want to remove some MAC address from the “
List”
click “Delete Selected”.
Delete All If you want remove all MAC addresses from the table, just click this button.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current selections.
5.5.2 Virtual Server
Use the Virtual Server function when you need to have different servers in your LAN to handle many
services and Internet applications (e.g. Email, FTP, Web server etc.) to the Internet. Computers use
numbers called port numbers to recognize a particular service/Internet application type. The Virtual
Server allows you to re-direct a particular service port number (from the WAN Port) to a particular LAN
private IP address as its service port number. (See Glossary for an explanation on Port number).
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This is the LAN client/host IP address that the Public Port number packet will
the port number (of the above Private IP host) that the below Public
Port number will be changed to when the packet enters your LAN (to the
). If you are unsure,
Enter the service (service/Internet application) port number from the Internet
” and "Comment" of
setting
Table" below. If you find any
ar" and the
,
addresses you want to remove in the table and then click
Virtual Server function will have priority over the DMZ
function if there is a conflict between the Virtual Server
Parameters Description
Enable Virtual Server Enable Virtual Server.
Private IP
be sent to.
ë Note
Private Port This is
Type Select the port number protocol type (TCP, UDP or Both
Public Port
You need to give your LAN PC clients a fixed/static
IP address for Virtual Server to work properly.
LAN Server/Client IP).
then leave it to the default both protocols.
that will be re-directed to the above Private IP address host in your LAN.
ë Note
and the DMZ settings.
Add Fill in the "Private IP", "Private Port", "Type", “Public Port
the setting to be added and then click "Add". Then this Virtual Server
will be added into the "Current Virtual Server
typo before adding it and want to retype again, just click "Cle
fields will be cleared.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current settings to allows you to enter again.
Current Virtual Server Table
Delete Selected If you want to remove some items from the “Current Virtual Server Table”
select the MAC
“Delete Selected”.
Delete All If you want remove all items of the table, just click this button.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current selections.
Click “Apply” button to save the above configurations. You can now configure other advance sections
or start using the router.
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particular
coming (Inbound) port or port range for this type of application
This section lists the more popular applications that require multiple
(e.g. 47624,
5.5.3 Special Applications
Some applications require multiple connections, such as Internet games, video conferencing, Internet
telephony and others. In this section you can configure the router to support multiple connections for
these types of applications.
Parameters Description
Enable Trigger Port Enable the Special Application function.
Trigger Port This is the out going (Outbound) range of port numbers for this
application.
Trigger Type Select whether the outbound port protocol are “TCP”, “UDP” or “Both”.
Public Port Enter the In-
(e.g. 2300-2400, 47624).
ë Note
Public Type Select the Inbound port protocol type: “TCP”, “UDP” or both.
Comment The description of this setting.
Popular applications
Individual port numbers are separated by a comma
5775, 6541 etc.). To input a port range use a “dash” to
separate the two port number range (e.g. 2300-2400).
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on.
in right side of
required
,
want to remove in the table and then click
connections. Select an application from the Popular Applications selecti
Once you have selected an application, click the “Add” button
this setting. This will automatically copy the Port Trigger information
for this popular application in into the input fields.
Add Add the settings into the “Current Trigger Port Table”.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current settings to allows you to enter again.
Current Trigger Port Table
Delete Selected If you want to remove some items from the “Current Trigger Port Table”
Delete All If you want to remove all items from the table, just click this button.
Reset Click “Reset” will clear your current selections.
Click “Apply” at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure
other advance sections or start using the router.
select the MAC addresses you
“Delete Selected”.
Example: Special Applications
If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, then specify the port (outbound)
normally associated with that application in the "Trigger Port" field. Then select the protocol type (TCP
or UDP) and enter the public ports associated with the trigger port to open them up for inbound traffic.
Example:
ID Trigger Port Trigger Type Public Port Public Type Comment
1 28800 UDP 2300-2400, 47624 TCP MSN Game Zone
2 6112 UDP 6112 UDP Battle.net
In the example above, when a user trigger ’s port 28800 (outbound) for MSN Game Zone then the
router will allow incoming packets for ports 2300-2400 and 47624 to be directed to that user.
Note: Only one LAN client can use a particular special application at a time.
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of an application and
then the router will let that application correctly pass though the NAT
5.5.4 ALG Settings
You can select applications that need “Application Layer Gateway” to support.
Parameters Description
Enable You can select to enable “Application Layer Gateway”
gateway.
Click “Apply” at the bottom of the screen to save the above configurations. You can now configure
other advance sections or start using the router.
5.6 Firewall
WRT-403 provides extensive firewall protection by restricting connection parameters, thus limiting the
risk of hacker attack, and defending against a wide array of common Internet attacks. However, for
applications that require unrestricted access to the Internet, you can configure a specific client/server
as a Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).
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tion. After selected,
Parameters Description
Enable/Disable You can select to enable or disable the firewall func
please click “Apply” to make the settings effect.
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to add an access control rule for users by IP
", select
want to remove in the table and then click "Delete
Filter client PC by MAC
of the PC that is allowed to
If you find any typo before adding it
", select the
you want to remove in the table and then click "Delete Selected". If you
If you want
5.6.1 Access Control
If you want to restrict users from accessing certain Internet applications/services (e.g. Internet websites,
email, FTP etc.), this is the place to set that configuration. Access Control allows network administrator
to define the traffic type permitted in your LAN. You can control which PC client can have access to
these services.
Parameters Description
IP Filtering Table Fill “IP Filtering Table” to filter PC clients by IP.
Add PC You can click “Add PC”
addresses. After click this button, you will see the screen as below.
Remove PC
If you want to remove some PCs from the "IP Filtering Table
the PC you
Selected".
Delete All
address
Add PC Fill in “Client PC MAC Address” and “Comment”
Remove PC If you want to remove some PC from the "MAC Filtering Table
If you want to delete all PCs. Please click this button.
Check “Enable MAC Filtering” to enable MAC Filtering.
access the Internet, and then click “Add”.
and want to retype again, just click "Reset" and the fields will be cleared.
PC
want remove all PCs from the table, just click "Delete All" button.
to clear the selection and re-select again, just click “Reset”.
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Enter the IP address range that you wish to apply this Access Control rule.
rol rule.
You can select a range of users simply by inputting the starting users’ IP
address and the last user’s IP address in the appropriate boxes. If you want
You can block the clients from accessing some Internet services by checking
r will block clients from
ou need to give your LAN PC clients a fixed/static IP address
Parameters Description
Client PC Description The description for this client PC rule.
Client PC IP Addresses
This is the user’s IP address that you wish to setup an Access Cont
to select only one user then input the user’s IP address in both boxes.
ë Note
Client PC Service
Protocol This allows you to select UDP, TCP or Both protocol type you want to block.
Port Range You can assign up to five port ranges. The route
Y
for the Access Control rule to work properly
the services you want to block.
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. You can enter the full URL
If you find any typo
" and the field will
Current URL Blocking
you want to remove in the table and then
from the table,
select
accessing Internet services that use these ports.
Add Click “Add” to save the settings.
Reset Click “Reset” to clear all fields.
5.6.2 URL Blocking
You can block users to access to some web sites from particular PCs by entering a full URL address or
just keyword of the web site.
Parameters Description
Enable URL Blocking Enable/disable URL Blocking.
Add URL / Keyword Fill in “URL / Keyword” and then click “Add”
address or the keyword of the web site you want to block.
before adding it and want to retype again, just click "Reset
be cleared.
Remove URL / Keyword If you want to remove some URL keyword from the "
Table", select the URL keyword
click "Delete Selected". If you want remove all URL keyword
just click "Delete All" button. If you want to clear the selection and re-
again, just click “Reset”.
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bove. Please click this
detail configure screen as below. Please make
5.6.3 DoS
WRT-403's firewall can block common hacker attacks, including Denial of Service, Ping of Death, Port
Scan and Sync Flood. If Internet attacks occur the router can log the events.
Parameters Description
Ping of Death Protections from Ping of Death attack.
Discard Ping From WAN The router’s WAN port will not respond to any Ping requests.
Port Scan Protection the router from Port Scan.
Sync Flood Protection the router from Sync Flood attack.
Advance Settings If you want to configure the details of each setting a
button, then you will see the
sure what the effect of the settings will affect before your adjustment.
Click “Apply” to save the above configurations. You can now configure other advance sections or start
using the router.
5.6.4 DMZ
If you have a local client PC that cannot run an Internet application (e.g. Games) properly from behind
the NAT firewall, then you can open the client up to unrestricted two-way Internet access by defining a
DMZ Host. The DMZ function allows you to re-direct all packets from your WAN port IP address to a
particular IP address in your LAN. The difference between the virtual server and the DMZ function is
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The IP address of the WAN port or any other Public IP addresses given to
Input the IP address of a particular host in your LAN that will receive all the
If there is a conflict between the Virtual Server and the
DMZ setting, then Virtual Server function will have priority
u need to give your LAN PC clients a fixed/static IP address
that the virtual server re-directs a particular service/Internet application (e.g. FTP, websites) to a
particular LAN client/server, whereas DMZ re-directs all packets (regardless of services) to one
particular LAN client/server.
Parameters Description
Enable DMZ Enable/disable DMZ.
ë Note
over the DMZ function.
Public IP Address
you by your ISP.
Client PC IP Address
packets originally going to the WAN port/Public IP address above.
ë Note
Yo
for DMZ to work properly.
5.7 Status
The Status section allows you to monitor the current status of your router. You can use the Status page
to monitor the connection status of WRT-403's WAN/LAN interfaces, the current firmware and
hardware version numbers, any illegal attempts to access your network, and information on all DHCP
client PCs currently connected to your network.
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Select one of the six status selections and proceed to the manual’s relevant sub-section.
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. It also displays
the router’s WAN port: WAN IP address, Subnet Mask, and ISP Gateway as
5.7.1 Internet Connection
View WRT-403’s current Internet connection status and other related information.
Parameters Description
Internet Connection This page displays whether the WAN port connection type
well as the Primary DNS and Secondary DNS being used.
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current device settings. This page displays
5.7.2 Device Status
View WRT-403’s current configuration settings. The Device Status displays the configuration settings
of Wireless LAN and LAN.
Parameters Description
Device Status This page shows WRT-403’s
WRT-403 LAN port’s and Wireless current settings.
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the working
by
too much message in this screen, please
It can be refreshed to get the
When the system is
5.7.3 System Log
This screen will show you the real-time information of WRT-403.
Parameters Description
System Log This page shows the current system log of WRT-403. It displays
information about WRT-403.
About the bottoms of the page, the system log can be saved to a local file
press “Save” button. If there is
press “Clear” button to clear the system log .
most updated situation by press “Refresh” button.
powered down, the system log will be cleared.
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. It displays any illegal
by
too much message in this screen, please
It can be refreshed to get the
When the system is
5.7.4 Security Log
View any attempts that have been made to illegally gain access to your network.
Parameters Description
Security Log This page shows the current security log of WRT-403
attempts to access your network.
About the bottoms of the page, the security log can be saved to a local file
press “Save” button. If there is
press “Clear” button to clear the system log .
most updated situation by press “Refresh” button.
powered down, the security log will be cleared.
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DHCP clients currently connected to your network.
address and the MAC
of each Client. Use the Refresh button to get the
5.7.5 Active DHCP Client
View your client's information that is currently linked to WRT-403's DHCP server.
Parameters Description
DHCP Client Table This page shows all the
The “Active DHCP Client Table” displays the IP
address and Time Expired
most updated situation.
5.7.6 Statistics
View the statistics of packets sent and received on WLAN, LAN and WAN.
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Parameters Description
Statistics Shows the counters of packets sent and received on WLAN, LAN and WAN.
5.8 Tools
This page includes the basic configuration tools, such as Configuration Tools (save or restore
configuration settings), Firmware Upgrade (upgrade system firmware) and Reset.
5.8.1 Configuration Tools
The Configuration Tools screen allows you to “Backup” the router’s current configuration setting.
Saving the configuration settings provides an added protection and convenience when problems occur
and you have to reset to factory default. With the saved file, you can re-load the saved configuration
into the router through the “Restore” function. If extreme problems occur you can use the “Restore to
Factory Defaults” selection, this will set all configurations to its original default settings.
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current configuration to a file
" tool to
estore to Factory
to
Parameters Description
Configuration Tools Use the "Backup" tool to save WRT-403
named "config.bin" in your PC. You can then use the "Restore
restore the saved configuration to WRT-403. The "R
Defaults" tool can force WRT-403 to perform a power reset for restore it
original factory settings.
5.8.2 Firmware Upgrade
This page allows you to upgrade the router’s firmware.
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’s system firmware. To upgrade the
firmware of your Broadband router, you need to download the firmware file to
your local hard disk, and enter that file name and path in the appropriate field
the
orrectly or in some way stops
. To
” button. You will be asked to confirm
your decision. The reset will be complete when the power light stops
king. Once the reset process is complete you may start using the router
Parameters Description
Firmware Upgrade This tool allows you to upgrade WRT-403
on this page. You can also press the “Browse…” button to find out
firmware file on your PC.
Once you’ve selected the new firmware file, click “Apply” bottom to start the upgrade process. (You
may have to wait a few minutes for the upgrade to complete and WRT-403 restart). After the WRT-403
restart, you can start using the router.
5.8.3 Reset
You can reset the router’s system should any problem exist. The reset function is essentially
Re-boot your router.
Parameters Description
Reset In the event that the system stops responding c
functioning, you can perform a reset. Your settings will not be changed
perform the reset, click on the “Apply
blin
again.
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Appendix A Network Adapter Information
1. In Window’s open the Command Prompt program.
2. Type “ipconfig /all” and press “Enter” key.
Then you can see the informations of your network adapter.
Your PC’s IP address is the one entitled IP address (192.168.0.100).
The router’s IP address is the one entitled Default Gateway (192.168.0.1).
Your PC’s MAC Address is the one entitled Physical Address (00-0C-6E-A5-BF-98).
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Appendix B FAQ
Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network?
This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult
the application’s user guide to determine if it supports operation over a network.
Can I play games with other members of the wireless network?
Yes, as long as the game supports multiple plays over a LAN (local area network). Refer to the
game’s user guide for more information.
What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?
The IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN standards subcommittee, which is formulating a standard for the
industry. The objective is to enable wireless LAN hardware from different manufactures to
communicate.
What IEEE 802.11 features are supported?
The product supports the following IEEE 802.11 functions:
CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol
Multi-Channel Roaming
Automatic Rate Selection
RTS/CTS feature
Fragmentation
Power Management
What is Roaming?
Roaming is the ability of a portable computer user to communicate continuously while moving
freely throughout an area greater than that covered by a single Wireless Network Access Point.
Before using the roaming function, the workstation must make sure that it is the same channel
number with the Wireless Network Access Point of dedicated coverage area.
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Appendix C Glossary
Access Point
Access points are way stations in a wireless LAN that are connected to an Ethernet hub or server.
Users can roam within the range of access points and their wireless device connections are passed
from one access point to the next.
Authentication
Authentication refers to the verification of a transmitted message's integrity.
DMZ
DMZ (DeMilitarized Zone) is a part of an network that is located between a secure LAN and an
insecure WAN. DMZ provides a way for some clients to have unrestricted access to the Internet.
Beacon Interval
Refers to the interval between packets sent by access points for the purposes of synchronizing
wireless LANs.
DHCP
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) software automatically assigns IP addresses to client
stations logging onto a TCP/IP network, which eliminates the need to manually assign permanent IP
addresses.
DNS
DNS stands for Domain Name System. DNS converts machine names to the IP addresses that all
machines on the net have. It translates from name to address and from address to name.
Domain Name
The domain name typically refers to an Internet site address.
Filter
Filters are schemes which only allow specified data to be transmitted. For example, the router can filter
specific IP addresses so that users cannot connect to those addresses.
Firewall
Firewalls are methods used to keep networks secure from malicious intruders and unauthorized
access. Firewalls use filters to prevent unwanted packets from being transmitted. Firewalls are typically
used to provide secure access to the Internet while keeping an organization's public Web server
separate from the internal LAN.
Firmware
Firmware refers to memory chips that retain their content without electrical power (for example, BIOS
ROM). The router firmware stores settings made in the interface.
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Fragmentation
Refers to the breaking up of data packets during transmission.
FTP
FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used to transfer files over a TCP/IP network, and is typically used for
transferring large files or uploading the HTML pages for a Web site to the Web server.
Gateway
Gateways are computers that convert protocols enabling different networks, applications, and
operating systems to exchange information.
Host Name
The name given to a computer or client station that acts as a source for information on the network.
HTTP
HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) is the communications protocol used to connect to servers on
the World Wide Web. HTTP establishes a connection with a Web server and transmits HTML pages to
client browser (for example Windows IE). HTTP addresses all begin with the prefix 'http://' prefix (for
example, http://www.yahoo.com).
ICMP
ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol) is a TCP/IP protocol used to send error and control
messages over the LAN (for example, it is used by the router to notify a message sender that the
destination node is not available).
IP
IP (Internet Protocol) is the protocol in the TCP/IP communications protocol suite that contains a
network address and allows messages to be routed to a different network or subnet. However, IP does
not ensure delivery of a complete message—TCP provides the function of ensuring delivery.
IP Address
The IP (Internet Protocol) address refers to the address of a computer attached to a TCP/IP network.
Every client and server station must have a unique IP address. Clients are assigned either a
permanent address or have one dynamically assigned to them via DHCP. IP addresses are written as
four sets of numbers separated by periods (for example, 211.23.181.189).
ISP
An ISP is an organization providing Internet access service via modems, ISDN (Integrated Services
Digital Network), and private lines.
LAN
LANs (Local Area Networks) are networks that serve users within specific geographical areas, such as
in a company building. LANs are comprised of servers, workstations, a network operating system, and
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communications links such as the router.
MAC Address
A MAC address is a unique serial number burned into hardware adapters, giving the adapter a unique
identification.
Metric
A number that indicates how long a packet takes to get to its destination.
MTU
MTU (Maximum Transmission/Transfer Unit) is the largest packet size that can be sent over a network.
Messages larger than the MTU are divided into smaller packets.
NAT
NAT (Network Address Translation - also known as IP masquerading) enables an organization to
present itself to the Internet with one address. NAT converts the address of each LAN node into one IP
address for the Internet (and vice versa). NAT also provides a certain amount of security by acting as a
firewall by keeping individual IP addresses hidden from the WAN.
(Network) Administrator
The network administrator is the person who manages the LAN within an organization. The
administrator's job includes ensuring network security, keeping software, hardware, and firmware
up-to-date, and keeping track of network activity.
NTP
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is used to synchronize the real-time clock in a computer. Internet primary
and secondary servers synchronize to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
Packet
A packet is a portion of data that is transmitted in network communications. Packets are also
sometimes called frames and datagrams. Packets contain not only data, but also the destination IP
address.
Ping
Ping (Packet Internet Groper) is a utility used to find out if a particular IP address is present online, and
is usually used by networks for debugging.
Port
Ports are the communications pathways in and out of computers and network devices (routers and
switches). Most PCs have serial and parallel ports, which are external sockets for connecting devices
such as printers, modems, and mice. All network adapters use ports to connect to the LAN. Ports are
typically numbered.
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PPPoE
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol Over Ethernet) is used for running PPP protocol (normally used for
dial-up Internet connections) over an Ethernet.
Preamble
Preamble refers to the length of a CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) block that monitors
communications between roaming wireless enabled devices and access points.
Protocol
A protocol is a rule that governs the communication of data.
RIP
RIP (Routing Information Protocol) is a routing protocol that is integrated in the TCP/IP protocol. RIP
finds a route that is based on the smallest number of hops between the source of a packet and its
destination.
RTS
RTS (Request To Send) is a signal sent from the transmitting station to the receiving station requesting
permission to transmit data.
Server
Servers are typically powerful and fast machines that store programs and data. The programs and data
are shared by client machines (workstations) on the network.
SMTP
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is the standard Internet e-mail protocol. SMTP is a TCP/IP
protocol defining message format and includes a message transfer agent that stores and forwards
mail.
SNMP
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is a widely used network monitoring and control
protocol. SNMP hardware or software components transmit network device activity data to the
workstation used to oversee the network.
SSID
SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a security measure used in WLANs. The SSID is a unique identifier
attached to packets sent over WLANs. This identifier emulates a password when a wireless device
attempts communication on the WLAN. Because an SSID distinguishes WLANS from each other,
access points and wireless devices trying to connect to a WLAN must use the same SSID.
Subnet Mask
Subnet Masks are used by IP protocol to direct messages into a specified network segment (i.e.,
subnet). A subnet mask is stored in the client machine, server or router and is compared with an
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incoming IP address to determine whether to accept or reject the packet.
SysLog Server
A SysLog server monitors incoming Syslog messages and decodes the messages for logging
purposes.
TCP
(Transmission Control Protocol) is the transport protocol in TCP/IP that ensures messages over the
network are transmitted accurately and completely.
TCP/IP
TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) is the main Internet communications protocol.
The TCP part ensures that data is completely sent and received at the other end. Another part of the
TCP/IP protocol set is UDP, which is used to send data when accuracy and guaranteed packet delivery
are not as important (for example, in realtime video and audio transmission).
The IP component of TCP/IP provides data routability, meaning that data packets contain the
destination station and network addresses, enabling TCP/IP messages to be sent to multiple networks
within the LAN or in the WAN.
Telnet
Telnet is a terminal emulation protocol commonly used on the Internet and TCP- or IP-based networks.
Telnet is used for connecting to remote devices and running programs. Telnet is an integral component
of the TCP/IP communications protocol.
UDP
(User Datagram Protocol) is a protocol within TCP/IP that is used to transport information when
accurate delivery isn't necessary (for example, real-time video and audio where packets can be
dumped as there is no time for retransmitting the data).
Virtual Servers
Virtual servers are client servers (such as Web servers) that share resources with other virtual servers
(i.e., it is not a dedicated server).
WEP
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is the de facto security protocol for wireless LANs, providing the
"equivalent" security available in hardwired networks.
Wireless LAN
Wireless LANs (WLANs) are local area networks that use wireless communications for transmitting
data. Transmissions are usually in the 2.4 GHz band. WLAN devices do not need to be lined up for
communications like infrared devices. WLAN devices use access points which are connected to the
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wired LAN and provide connectivity to the LAN. The radio frequency of WLAN devices is strong
enough to be transmitted through non-metal walls and objects, and can cover an area up to a thousand
feet. Laptops and notebooks use wireless LAN PCMCIA cards while PCs use plug-in cards to access
the WLAN.
WLAN
WLANs (Wireless LANs) are local area networks that use wireless communications for transmitting
data. Transmissions are usually in the 2.4 GHz band. WLAN devices do not need to be lined up for
communications like infrared devices. WLAN devices use access points which are connected to the
wired LAN and provide connectivity to the LAN. The radio frequency of WLAN devices is strong
enough to be transmitted through non-metal walls and objects, and can cover an area up to a thousand
feet. Laptops and notebooks use wireless LAN PCMCIA cards while PCs use plug-in cards to access
the WLAN.
WAN
WAN (Wide Area Network) is a communications network that covers a wide geographic area such as a
country (contrasted with a LAN, which covers a small area such as a company building).
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