Planet Technology XRT-411 User Manual
Internet Broadband
Router
XRT-411
User's Manual
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Revision
User’s Manual for PLANET Internet Broadband Router:
Model: XRT-411
Rev: 1.0 (Mar. 2004)
Part No. EM-XRT411
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................1
Broadband Router Features................................................................................1
Package Contents.................................................................................................3
Physical Details.....................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION........................................................................................6
Requirements........................................................................................................6
Procedure..............................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3 SETUP......................................................................................................8
Overview................................................................................................................8
Configuration Program.........................................................................................9
Setup Wizard.......................................................................................................11
LAN Screen..........................................................................................................14
Password Screen................................................................................................16
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION............................................................................17
Overview..............................................................................................................17
Windows Clients.................................................................................................17
Printer Setup for Windows.................................................................................29
Macintosh Clients...............................................................................................36
Linux Clients........................................................................................................36
Other Unix Systems............................................................................................37
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS...................................................................38
Operation.............................................................................................................38
Status Screen......................................................................................................38
Connection Status - PPPoE...............................................................................40
Connection Status - PPTP..................................................................................43
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond..............................................................44
Connection Details - SingTel RAS.....................................................................45
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address.............................................46
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES........................................................................49
Overview..............................................................................................................49
Access Control....................................................................................................49
Dynamic DNS.......................................................................................................56
Advanced Internet Screen..................................................................................58
Virtual Servers.....................................................................................................63
WAN Port Configuration.....................................................................................68
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION............................................................71
Overview..............................................................................................................71
Config File............................................................................................................72
Logs......................................................................................................................73
Network Diag.......................................................................................................75
Options.................................................................................................................76
PC Database........................................................................................................78
Remote Admin.....................................................................................................82
Routing.................................................................................................................83
Security................................................................................................................87
Upgrade Firmware...............................................................................................89
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APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................90
Overview..............................................................................................................90
General Problems...............................................................................................90
Internet Access....................................................................................................90
Printing.................................................................................................................91
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................94
Internet Broadband Router................................................................................94
Regulatory Approvals.........................................................................................95
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the XRT-411 Broadband Router's
features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new XRT-411 Broadband Router. The Broadband Router is a multi-function device providing the following services:
• Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
• 4-Port Switch for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
• Print Server, providing a USB network printer connection for all LAN users.
Figure 1: Broadband Router
Broadband Router Features
The XRT-411 Broadband Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully
designed to provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the
Internet through the Broadband Router, using only a single external IP Address.
The local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is
called NAT (Network Address Translation).
• DSL & Cable Modem Support. The Broadband Router has a 10/100BaseT
Ethernet port for connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable
Modems are supported. SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia) login support is
also included.
• PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. All
common Internet connection methods are supported, including PPPoE (PPP over
Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), L2TP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well as "Direct Connection" type services.
• Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the
Broadband Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on
connection) and Fixed IP Address.
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Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applica-
tions, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications,
which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
• Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connec-
tions or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define
and allow such applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used
normally.
• Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on
your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.
• DDNS Support. DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to
Virtual Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not
fixed. A number of popular DDNS services are supported.
• Multi-DMZ. For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, one (1) PC on
your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication with
Servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs which are incompatible with Firewalls.
• URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN
users.
• Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
• Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users
to different groups, and determine which Internet services are available to each
group.
• VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking)
software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The Broadband Router incorporates a 4-port
10/100BaseT switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
• DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a
dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon request. The Broadband
Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
• Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are
supported, via the Broadband Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support
and built-in static routing table.
• Shared USB Printer (Network Printer). A printer connected to the
Broadband Router‘s USB port can be shared by all Windows PCs on your LAN,
using the provided Print Port driver. Unix systems can also share the printer, using
LPD.
Configuration & Management
• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for
configuration.
• Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration
data from the Broadband Router to your PC, and restore (upload) a previouslysaved configuration file to the Broadband Router.
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• Remote Management. The Broadband Router can be managed from any PC
on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.
• Network Diagnostics. You can use the Broadband Router to perform a Ping or
DNS lookup.
• UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and
configuration of the Broadband Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP,
or later.
Security Features
• Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is
provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and
settings.
• NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation)
technology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint,
there is no network, only a single device - the Broadband Router.
• Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all
incoming server requests are filtered, thus protecting your network from malicious
attacks from external sources.
• Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood
your Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so
much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable.
The Broadband Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• The XRT-411 Broadband Router Unit
• Power Adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM containing the on-line manual and Print Port Driver.
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
PWR On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Figure 2: Front Panel
STATUS
(Red)
LAN
WAN On - Connection to the broadband modem attached to the WAN
On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up.
For each port, there are 2 LEDs
• LNK/ACT
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub)
port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the
corresponding LAN (hub) port.
• 100
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
• Off - Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using
10BaseT, or no active connection.
(Internet) port is established.
Off - No connection to the broadband modem on the WAN (Inter-
net) port.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
USB On - Connection to printer established.
Off - No connection to printer; printer is Off or Off-line.
Flashing - Data is being transmitted to the printer.
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Rear Panel
Introduction
Figure 3: Rear Panel
USB Printer Port
Reset Button
WAN port
(10/100BaseT)
10/100BaseT
LAN connections
If you wish to share a printer, connect it here.
This button has two (2) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the Broadband
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 Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the
RED LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The Broadband Router is now
using the factory default values.
Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came
with a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard
LAN cable.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your
PCs to these ports.
Note:
Any LAN port on the Broadband Router will automatically
function as an "Uplink" port when required. Just connect any
port to a normal port on the other hub, using a standard LAN
cable.
Power port
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Broadband Router.
Requirements
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45
connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either a DSL or
Cable modem.
Procedure
Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Broadband Router.
Ensure the Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the
Broadband Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard
LAN cable. Any LAN port on the Broadband Router will automatically function as
an "Uplink" port when required.
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3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Broadband Router. Use
the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a
standard cable.
4. Connect Printer Cable
Use a standard USB printer cable to connect your printer to the USB Printer port
on the Broadband Router.
NOTE: GDI printers are not supported. Please refer to the CD for a list of GDI
printers. You can also check with the printer manufacturer.
5. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the Broadband Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware
damage
6. Check the LEDs
• The PWR LED should be ON.
• The STATUS LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware
error.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN LNK/ACT LED should be ON (provided
the PC is also ON.)
• The WAN LED should be ON.
• The USB LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the Broadband Router.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.
PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC
Configuration.
Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions
of the Broadband Router you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the required functions.
To Do this: Refer to:
Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:
PC Configuration
Check Broadband Router operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use any of the following Advanced features:
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Internet
• Virtual Servers
• WAN Port
Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• Config File
• Logs
• Network Diag
• Options
• PC Database
• Remote Admin
• Routing
• Security
• Upgrade Firmware
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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Configuration Program
The Broadband Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it,
and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript.
The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:
• Netscape V4.08 or later
• Internet Explorer V4 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the Broadband Router, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Broadband Router. The PC
and the Broadband Router must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the
Broadband Router) or on the same LAN segment.
• The Broadband Router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the Broadband Router's default IP Address (192.168.0.1) is already used by
another device, the other device must be turned OFF until the Broadband Router
is allocated a new IP Address during configuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the Broadband Router will appear
in the system tray, notifying you that a new network device has been found, and offering to create a new desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.
• Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the Broadband Router, you can
accept the desktop shortcut.
• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices in My Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the Broadband Router (either on the Desktop, or in My
Network Places) to start the configuration. Refer to the following section Setup
Wizard for details of the initial configuration process.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the Broadband Router:
1. After installing the Broadband Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is
already running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. In the Address box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the Broadband Router,
as in this example, which uses the Broadband Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
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If you can't connect
If the Broadband Router does not respond, check the following:
• The Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and
it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:
• Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.
• Enter the command:
ping 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or
your PC's IP address is not compatible with the Broadband Router's
IP Address. (See next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the
range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the Broadband Router's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, the Network
Mask must be set to 255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration
for details on checking your PC's TCP/IP settings.
• Ensure that your PC and the Broadband Router are on the same network segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the Broadband Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the Broadband Router's default setting are
restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
• You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP.
Check the data supplied by your ISP.
• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be established.
3. If the connection test fails:
• Check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly.
• If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) ad-
dress of your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modem screen, use the
"Clone MAC address" button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the
Broadband Router.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Your IP Address is allocated automatically, when
you connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name,
or MAC (physical) address.
IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically.
User name and password.
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PPTP, L2TP PPTP and L2TP are mainly
used in Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP
address is usually allocated
automatically, but may be
Static (Fixed).
• Server Address.
• User name and pass-
• IP Address allocated to
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Big Pond (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• Big Pond Server IP address
word.
you, if Static (Fixed).
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
SingTel RAS
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• RAS Plan
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Home Screen
After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in
future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 5: Home Screen
Navigation & Data Input
• Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser,
for navigation.
• Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes
you may have made. You must "Save" before changing screens or your data will
be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
display help for that screen.
From any help screen, you can access the list of all
help files (help index).
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LAN Screen
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen An example screen is
shown below.
Figure 6: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
DHCP Server
Buttons
Save
IP address for the Broadband Router, as seen from the local
LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use
or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter
case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by
your LAN.
The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")
networks. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN
segment to which the Broadband Router is attached (the same
value as the PCs on that LAN segment).
• If Enabled, the Broadband Router will allocate IP Addresses
to PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start up. The
default (and recommended) value is Enabled.
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be reconfigured to treat the Broadband Router as the default
Gateway. See the following section for further details.
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the
values used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP clients. This range also determines the
number of DHCP clients supported.
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Save the data on screen.
Cancel
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and
reload the file from the Broadband Router.
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DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to
a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request.
• The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).
• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well
as allocating an IP Address.
• The Broadband Router can act as a DHCP server.
• Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP
client. This is the default Windows setting for the TCP/IP network protocol. However, Windows uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of
"DHCP Client".
• You must NOT have two (2) or more DHCP Servers on the same LAN segment. (If
your LAN does not have other Routers, this means there must only be one (1)
DHCP Server on your LAN.)
Using the Broadband Router's DHCP Server
This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On this
screen, you can:
• Enable or Disable the Broadband Router's DHCP Server function.
• Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function.
You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices
while using DHCP, provided that the Fixed IP Addresses
are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.
Using another DHCP Server
You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another
DHCP Server, rather than the Broadband Router's, the following procedure is required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Broadband Router. This setting is on the
LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Broadband Router's IP Address as the
Default Gateway.
To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 95/98/ME.
See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Broadband Router.
Figure 7: Password Screen
Once you have assigned a password to the Broadband Router (on the Password
screen above) you will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown
below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.)
Figure 8: Password Dialog
• Leave the "User Name" blank.
• Enter the password for the Broadband Router, as set on the Password screen
above.
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Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN.
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Internet Access configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the
Broadband Router.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The Broadband Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is
essential that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and configured on each PC.
TCP/IP Settings - Overview
If using the default Broadband Router settings, and the default Windows
TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server, automatically providing a suitable IP Address (and related information) to each PC when the PC boots.
• For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a
DHCP client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are required:
• The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Broadband Router
• The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Administrator must reconfigure the Router itself. Refer to Chapter 8 - Advanced
Setup for details.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME:
1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 9: Network Configuration
2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
Figure 10: IP Address (Win 95)
Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows:
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the
default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband
Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Using "Specify an IP Address"
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making
the following changes:
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• On the Gateway tab, enter the Broadband Router's IP address in the New Gate-
way field and click Add, as shown below. Your LAN administrator can advise you
of the IP Address they assigned to the Broadband Router.
Figure 11: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98)
• On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If the DNS Server
Search Order list is empty, enter the DNS address provided by your ISP in the
fields beside the Add button, then click Add.
Figure 12: DNS Tab (Win 95/98)
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0
1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP
protocol, as shown below.
Figure 13: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP
2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
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Figure 14: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address
3. Select the network card for your LAN.
4. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or
Specify an IP Address, as explained below.
Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server
This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the
Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Specify an IP Address
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making
the following changes.
1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Broadband Router. To
set this:
• Click the Advanced button on the screen above.
• On the following screen, click the Add button in the Gateways panel, and enter
the Broadband Router's IP address, as shown in Figure 15 below.
• If necessary, use the Up button to make the Broadband Router the first entry
in the Gateways list.
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Figure 15 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway
2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows:
• Click the DNS tab.
• On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service
Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by your ISP.
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Figure 16: Windows NT4.0 - DNS
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000:
1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection.
2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see
a screen like the following:
Figure 17: Network Configuration (Win 2000)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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Figure 18: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the
default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband
Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making
the following changes.
• Enter the Broadband Router's IP address in the Default gateway field and click OK.
(Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the
Broadband Router.)
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses,
and enter the DNS address or addresses provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP
1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection.
2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a
screen like the following:
Figure 19: Network Configuration (Windows XP)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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