Planex BLW-03FA User Manual

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

About the BLW-03FA .................................................................................................. 1

Chapter 2 Installation 3

Package Contents.......................................................................................................... 3

Hardware Description................................................................................................... 3

Connect the System ...................................................................................................... 5

Basic Installation Procedure ......................................................................................... 5

Chapter 3 Configuring Client PCs 9

TCP/IP Configuration...................................................................................................9

Chapter 4 Configuring the BLW-03FA 10

Login...........................................................................................................................10

Main Menu .................................................................................................................11

Basic Setting............................................................................................................... 18

Advanced Setting........................................................................................................ 26

Chapter 5 Configuring Client TCP/IP 39

Installing TCP/IP ........................................................................................................ 39

Setting Up TCP/IP to Work with BLW-03FA............................................................ 42

Configuration Computer with Windows 95 / 98 / ME................................................ 45

Configuration Computer with Windows 2000............................................................ 51

Configuration Computer with Windows XP............................................................... 58

Configuration Computer with Windows NT ..............................................................65

Configuration Macintosh Computer ........................................................................... 72

Verifying Your TCP/IP Connectionverview ..............................................................77

Chapter 6 Printer Server 79

Print Server Installation for Windows 98/ME ............................................................ 79

Print Server Installation for Windows 2000/XP ......................................................... 79

Printer Compatible list................................................................................................82

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 84

Appendix A CABLES 87

Ethernet Cable ............................................................................................................87

RJ-45 Port Pin Assignments ....................................................................................... 88

Appendix B Specifications 89

Hardware ....................................................................................................................89

Wireless RF ................................................................................................................89

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Barricade™ Wireless
Cable/DSL Broadband Router. PCI is proud to provide you with a
powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your local
area network (LAN) to the Internet. For those who want to surf the
Internet at the lowest possible cost, the BLW-03FA™ is the convenient,
easy solution.

About the BLW-03FA

The BLW-03FA provides Internet access to multiple users by sharing a single-user account.
The BLW-03FA features a WAN interface that allows you to connect either a DSL or cable
modem. The BLW-03FA provides extensive firewall protection services.

The BLW-03FA provides many cost-effective functions and management benefits. It is simple
to configure and can be up and running in minutes.

Features and Benefits

• Internet connection to DSL or cable modem via a 10/100 Mbps WAN port

• Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports or 11 Mbps wireless
interface (supporting up to 128 mobile users)

• 802.11b Compliant – interoperable with multiple vendors

• Provides seamless roaming within 802.11b WLAN environment

• DHCP for dynamic IP configuration, and DNS for domain name mapping

• Firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection, client privileges, hacker prevention, DoS, and
NAT

• NAT also enables multi-user access with a single-user account, and virtual server
functionality (providing protected access to Internet services such as web, mail, FTP,
and Telnet)

• User-definable application sensing tunnel supports applications requiring multiple
connections

• Parental controls allows the user to limit certain web sites

• Email alerts when the users network is being compromise

• Easy setup through a web browser on any operating system that supports TCP/IP

• Compatible with all popular Internet applications

Applications

Many advanced applications are provided by the BLW-03FA, such as:

LAN Access

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The BLW-03FA provides connectivity to 10/100 Mbps devices, making it easy to create
a network in small offices or homes.

Internet Access

This device supports Internet access through a DSL or cable connection. Since many
DSL providers use PPPoE to establish communications with end users, the BLW-03FA
includes a built-in client for this protocol, eliminating the need to install this service on
your computer.

Shared IP Address

The BLW-03FA shares a single IP address with up to 253 users. Using only one ISP
account, multiple users on your network can simultaneously browse the Internet.

Virtual Server

If you have a static IP address, you can set up the BLW-03FA to act as a virtual host for
network address translation. Remote users access various services at your site using the
static IP address. Then, depending on the requested service (or port number), the BLW­03FA routes the request to the appropriate server (at an internal network IP address). This
secures your network from direct attack by hackers, and provides more flexible
management by allowing you to change internal network IP addresses without affecting
outside access to your network.

User-Definable Application Sensing Tunnel

You may define special applications that require multiple connections such as Internet
gaming, video conferencing, and Internet telephony. The BLW-03FA will then sense the
application type and open a multi-port tunnel for it.

DMZ Hosts Support

Allows a networked computer to be fully exposed to the Internet. This function is used
when the special application sensing tunnel feature is insufficient to allow an application
to function correctly.

Security

The BLW-03FA supports security features that deny Internet access to specified users, or
drop requests for specific services. The BLW-03FA’s firewall also blocks common
hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death, IP with zero length,
Smurf Attack, UDP port loopback, Snork Attack, TCP null scan, and TCP SYN flooding.

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Chapter 2

Installation

Before installing the BLW-03FA™, verify that you have the items listed under “Package
Contents.” Also be sure that you have the necessary cabling

Package Contents

If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local PCI distributor.

• BLW-03FA Broadband Router

• Power adapter

• One CAT-5 Ethernet cable

• Four rubber feet

• User’s Manual

• PCI Warranty Registration Card If possible, retain the carton and original packing
materials in case there is a need to return the product.

Please fill out and return the Warranty Registration Card to PCI, or register on PCI’s web

site at www.planex.com.tw. The BLW-03FA Broadband Router is covered by a limited
lifetime warranty.

Hardware Description

The BLW-03FA Broadband Router may be connected to the Internet or to a remote site
using its RJ-45 WAN port. It may be connected directly to your PC or to a local area
network using any of the three 10/100 autosensing switch ports.

These RJ-45 ports auto-negotiate the operating speed (10/100 Mbps) and the duplex
mode (half/full duplex).

Access speed to the Internet depends on your service type. Full-rate symmetric Digital
Subscriber Line (ADSL) provides up to 8 Mbps downstream and 640 Kbps upstream;
G.lite (or splitterless) ADSL provides up to 1.5 Mbps downstream and 512 Kbps
upstream; Cable modems provide up to 36 Mbps downstream and 2 Mbps upstream.
However, you should note that the actual rate provided by specific service providers may
vary dramatically from these upper limits.

Though Internet access speed is determined by the modem type connected to your BLW­03FA, data passing between devices connected to your local area network can run up to
100 Mbps over the Fast Ethernet ports.

The BLW-03FA includes LED indicators on the front panel that simplify installation and
network troubleshooting

LED Indicators

The BLW-03FA includes LED indicators on the front panel that

simplify installation and network troubleshooting.

Check the power and port indicators as shown in the following table.

LED

Condition

Status

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Power

(Green)

On

BLW-03FA is receiving power.

WLAN

(Green)

On

The BLW-03FA has established a valid

wireless connection.

WAN

(Green)

On

The WAN port has established a valid network

connection.

LLAANN

Link

(Green)

On

The indicated LAN port has established a valid

network connection.

Activity

(Amber)

Flashing

The indicated LAN port is transmitting or receiving
traffic.

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Item

Description

9V 1A

Connect the included power adapter to this port.

Warning: Using the wrong type of power adapter may cause

damage.

Reset

Use this button to reset the power or restore the default factory
settings. Reboot by pushing 1 second. Return all settings to the
factory defaults by pushing 5 seconds.

WAN

WAN port (RJ-45). Connect a cable modem, DSL modem, or an
Ethernet router to this port.

LAN

Three 10/100 Autosensing switch ports (RJ-45). Connect devices
on your local area network to these ports (such as a PC, hub, or
switch).

Printer Printer port. Connect to Printer.

System Requirements

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Internet access from your local telephone company or Internet Service Provider (ISP)

using a DSL modem or cable modem.

• A PC using a fixed IP address or a dynamic IP address assigned via DHCP, as well as a

gateway server address and DNS server address from your service provider.

• A computer equipped with a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet card,

or a USB-to-Ethernet converter.

• TCP/IP protocols installed on each PC that will access the Internet.

• A Java-enabled web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or above, or

Netscape Communicator 4.0 or above, installed on one PC at your site for configuring the
BLW-03FA.

Connect the System

The BLW-03FA can be positioned at any convenient location in your office or home. No
special wiring or cooling requirements are needed. You should, however comply with the
following guidelines:

• Keep the BLW-03FA away from any heating devices.

• Do not place the BLW-03FA in a dusty or wet environment.

You should also remember to turn off the power, remove the power cord from the outlet,
and keep your hands dry when handling the BLW-03FA.

Basic Installation Procedure

1. Connect the LAN: You can connect the BLW-03FA to your PC, or to a hub or

switch. Run Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the rear of the BLW-03FA
to your computer’s network adapter or to another network device. You can also

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connect the BLW-03FA to your PC (using a wireless client adapter) via radio signals.
Position both antennas on the back of the BLW-03FA into the desired positions. For
more effective coverage, you may want to position one antenna along the vertical axis
and the other antenna along the horizontal axis. (The antennas emit signals along

the toroidal plane – and thus provide more effective coverage when positioned
along alternate axes.)

2. Connect the WAN: Prepare an Ethernet cable for connecting the BLW-03FA to a

cable/xDSL modem or Ethernet router.

3. Power on: Connect the power adapter to the BLW-03FA.

Figure 2-3. Connecting the BLW-03FA

Attach to Your Network Using Ethernet Cabling

The three LAN ports on the BLW-03FA can auto-negotiate the connection speed to
10 Mbps Ethernet or 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet, as well as the transmission mode to
half-duplex or full-duplex. These LAN ports also support auto-configuration for pin
signals (auto-MDI/MDI-X) that allows you to use straight-through cable for
connecting the BLW-03FA to any network device. (See Appendix B for details on
wiring.) Use twisted-pair cable to connect any of the three LAN ports on the BLW­03FA to an Ethernet adapter on your PC. Otherwise, you can cascade any of LAN
ports on the BLW-03FA to an Ethernet hub or switch, and then connect your PC or
other network equipment to the hub or switch. When inserting an RJ-45 plug, be sure
the tab on the plug clicks into position to ensure that it is properly seated.

Warning: Do not plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. This may damage
the BLW-03FA. Instead, use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that
conform with FCC standards.

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Notes: 1. Use 100-ohm shielded or unshielded twisted-pair cable with RJ-45

connectors for all connections. Use Category 3, 4 or 5 for connections that operate at
10 Mbps, and Category 5 for connections that operate at 100 Mbps.

2. Make sure each twisted-pair cable does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet).

Attach to Your Network Using Radio Signals

Install a wireless network adapter in each computer that will be connected to the
Internet or your local network via radio signals. PCI currently offers several wireless
network cards, including the GW-DS110 Wireless PCI card and the GW-NS11S
Wireless PC card.

Rotate both antennas on the back of the BLW-03FA to the desired position. For more
effective coverage, position one antenna along the vertical axis and the other along
the horizontal axis. Try to place the BLW-03FA in a position that is located in the
center of your wireless network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the
better the performance. Ensure that the BLW-03FA’s location provides optimal
reception throughout your home or office.Computers equipped with a wireless
adapter can communicate with each other as an independent wireless LAN by
configuring each computer to the same radio channel. However, the BLW-03FA can
provide access to your wired/wireless LAN or to the Internet for all wireless
workstations. Each wireless PC in this network infrastructure can talk to any
computer in the wireless group via a radio link, or access other computers or network
resources in the wired LAN infrastructure or over the Internet via the BLW-03FA.

The wireless infrastructure configuration not only extends the accessibility of wireless
PCs to the wired LAN, but also doubles the effective wireless transmission range for
wireless PCs by retransmitting incoming radio signals through the BLW-03FA.

A wireless infrastructure can be used for access to a central database, or for
connection between mobile workers, as shown in the following figure:

Figure 2-5. Making WLAN Connections

Attach the BLW-03FA to the Interne

If Internet services are provided through an xDSL or cable modem, use unshielded or
shielded twisted-pair Ethernet cable (Category 3 or greater) with RJ-45 plugs to
connect the broadband modem directly to the WAN port on the BLW-03FA.

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Note: When connecting to the WAN port, use 100-ohm Category 3, 4 or 5 shielded or

unshielded twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends for all connections.

Connecting the Power Adapter

Plug the power adapter into the power socket on the BLW-03FA, and the other end
into a power outlet. Check the indicator marked Power on the front panel to be sure it
is on. If the Power indicator does not light up, refer to Troubleshooting in Appendix
A.

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Chapter 3

Configuring Client PCs

TCP/IP Configuration

To access the Internet through the BLW-03FA, you must configure the network settings
of the computers on your LAN to use the same IP subnet as the BLW-03FA. The default
network settings for the BLW-03FA are:

IP Address: 192.168.1.1

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Note: These settings may be changed to suit your network requirements, but you must

first configure at least one computer as described in Chapter 5 to access the BLW-03FA’s
web configuration interface. (See Chapter 4 for information on configuring the BLW­03FA.)

If you have not previously configured TCP/IP for your computer, refer to “Configuring
Client TCP/IP” on page 5-1.

All PCs connected to the BLW-03FA must be in the same IP subnet as the BLW-03FA.
The default IP address of the BLW-03FA is 192.168.1.1 (where x means 2–254) and the
subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. You can set the IP address for client PCs either by
automatically obtaining an IP address from the BLW-03FA’s DHCP service or by manual
configuration. See “Setting Up TCP/IP to Work with the BLW-03FA” on page 5-5.

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Chapter 4

Configuring the BLW-03FA

After you have configured TCP/IP on a client computer, use a web
browser to configure the BLW-03FA. The BLW-03FA can be
configured by any Java-supported browser including Internet Explorer

4.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or above. Using the web
management interface, you may configure the BLW-03FA and view
statistics to monitor network activity.

Login

To access the BLW-03FA’s

management interface, enter the IP

your web browser address of the

BLW-03FA in http://192.168.1.1

Note: For some browsers, it may be

necessary to include :88 after

the management IP address.

For example:http://192.168.1.1:88

Then click “LOGIN” (by default, there is no password).

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Making Configuration Changes

Configurable parameters have a dialog box or a drop-down list. Once a configuration
change has been made on a page, be sure to click the “Apply” or “Next” button at the
bottom of the page to enable the new setting.

Note: To ensure proper screen refresh after a command entry, be sure that Internet

Explorer 5.0 is configured as follows: Under the menu “Tools/Internet
Options/General/Temporary Internet Files/Settings,” the setting for “Check for
newer versions of stored pages” should be “Every visit to the page.”

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SETUP

For accurate timing of client filtering and log events, you need to set the time zone. Select your
time zone from the dropdown list. Click “Next.”

 Select the type of broadband connection you have.

 Dynamic IP Address

Your ISP may have given you a host name. If so, enter it into this field.

Click “Finish” to complete the setup. The Status page will open to allow you to view the
connection status, as well as other information. See “Status” on page 64 for details.

 PPTP

1. IP Address：Enter the ISP assigned to your PC’s IP address

2. Subnet Mask：Enter the ISP assigned to your PC’s Subnet Mask.

3. Default Gateway：Enter the xDSL modem’s IP address.

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4. User ID：The user ID provided by the ISP for the PPTP connection.

5. Password：The password provided by the ISP for the PPTP connection.

Static IP Address

Some xDSL Internet Service Providers may assign a fixed (static) IP address for your
gateway. If you have been provided with this information, choose this option and enter
the assigned IP address, subnet mask, gateway IP, and DNS IP addresses for the BLW­03FA.

Click “Finish” to complete the setup. The Status page will open to allow you to view the
connection status, as well as other information. See “Status” on page 64 for details.

 PPP Over Ethernet

Enter the PPPoE user name and password assigned by your Service Provider. The
Service Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers.

Leave the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) on the default value (1492) unless you
have a particular reason to change it.

Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which
the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for
longer than the Maximum Idle Time, it will be dropped. Enable the Auto-reconnect
option to automatically re-establish the connection as soon as you attempt to access the
Internet again.

 Bridge Mode

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Use your BLW-03FA as a Bridge.

STATUS

The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version
numbers, illegal attempts to access your network, as well as information on DHCP clients
connected to your network.

The following items are included on this screen:

Section Description

INTERNET Displays WAN connection type and status.

GATEWAY Displays system IP settings, as well as DHCP and

Firewall status.

INFORMATION Displays the number of attached clients, the firmware versions,

the physical MAC address for each media interface, as well as the
hardware version and serial number.

Security Log Displays illegal attempts to access your network.

Save Click on this button to save a security log file.

Clear Click on this button to delete the access log.

Refresh Click on this button to refresh the screen.

DHCP Client Log Displays information on all DHCP clients on your

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network.

Release Click on this button to confirm Dynamic settings.

Renew Click on this button to refresh Dynamic settings.

TOOLS

Use the “Tools” menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved
configuration, restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the BLW-03FA.

Configuration Tools

Choose a function and click.

 RESET

Click “Apply” to reset the BLW-03FA. The reset will be complete when the power LED
stops blinking.

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Note: If you use the Reset button on the rear panel, the BLW-03FA performs a power reset. If

the button is held depressed for over 5 seconds, all the LEDs will illuminate and the factory
settings will be restored.

 Restore Factory Defaults

You can click the Reset to Default button to reset the settings of this device to the default
values



BACKUP / RESTORE

Backup allows you to save the BLW-03FA’s configuration to a file. You can then check
“Restore” to restore the saved backup configuration file. “Restore to factory defaults” resets the
Baricade to the original settings.

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 FIRMWARE UPDATE

This tool permits easy downloading of the latest Firmware. Download the upgrade file from the
PCI website (www.planex.com.tw) and save it to your hard drive. Browse for the file and then
click “Apply”. Check the Status page Information section to confirm that the upgrade process
was successful.

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Basic Setting

WAN

Specify the WAN connection type provided by your Internet Service Provider, then click
“More Configuration” to enter detailed configuration parameters for the selected
connection type.

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 PPP over Ethernet

Enter the PPPoE user name and password assigned by your Service Provider. The Service
Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers.

The MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) governs the maximum size of the data packets.
Leave this on the default value (1492) unless you have a particular reason to change it.

Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which
the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for
longer than the Maximum Idle Time, it will be dropped. Enable the Auto-reconnect
option to automatically re-establish the connection when an application attempts to
access the Internet again.

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Dynamic IP

The Host Name is optional, but may be required by some ISPs. The default MAC address
is set to the WAN’s physical interface on the BLW-03FA. Use this address when
registering for Internet service, and do not change it unless required by your ISP. If your
ISP used the MAC address of an Ethernet card as an identifier when first setting up your
broadband account, connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the BLW­03FA and click the “Clone MAC Address” button. This will replace the current BLW­03FA MAC address with the already registered Ethernet card MAC address.

If you are unsure of which PC was originally set up by the broadband technician, call
your ISP and request they register a new MAC address for your account. Register using
the default BLW-03FA MAC address.

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Static IP Address Setting

If your Internet Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address, enter the assigned
address and subnet mask for the Wireless Barricade, then enter the gateway address of
your ISP. You may need a fixed address if you want to provide Internet services, such as
a web server, or FTP server.

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 Bridge Mode

Use your BLW-03FA as a Bridge

LAN

LAN IP

Use the LAN menu to configure the LAN IP address for the BLW-03FA and to enable
the DHCP server for dynamic client address allocation.

Set a period for the lease time if required. For home networks this may be set to
“Forever”, which means there is no time limit on the IP address lease.

IP Address Pool

A dynamic IP start address may be specified by the user, e.g. 192.168.1.100 (default
value). Once this start IP address has been assigned, IP addresses running from

192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.199 will be part of the dynamic IP address pool. IP
addresses from 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.99, and 192.168.1.200 to 192.168.1.254 will
be available as static IP addresses.

Remember not to include the address of the BLW-03FA in the client address pool. Also
remember to configure your client PCs for dynamic IP address allocation.

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Wireless

To configure the BLW-03FA as a wireless access point for wireless clients (either
stationary or roaming), all you need to do is define the radio channel, the Service Set
identifier (SSID), and encryption options.

You must specify a common radio channel and SSID (Service Set ID) to be used by the BLW­03FA and all of your wireless clients. Be sure you configure all of your clients to the same
values.

SSID: The Service Set ID. This should be set to the same value as other wireless devices in
your network.

Note: The SSID is case sensitive and can consist of up to 32 alphanumeric characters.

Transmission Rate: Set the data rate transmitted from the

BLW-03FA. The lower the data rate, the longer the

transmission distance. (Default: Fully Automatic)

Basic Rate: Select “All (1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps)” from the

drop-down list to optimize the data transfer speed for

your network. (Default: 1, 2Mbps)

Channel: The radio channel through which the BLW-03FA communicates to PCs in its BSS.

(Default: “Auto”)

Note: The available channel settings are limited to local

regulations, which determine the number of channels

that are available.

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If you are transmitting sensitive data across

wireless channels, you should enable Wired

Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption.

Encryption requires you to use the same set of encryption/decryption keys for the BLW-03FA
and all of your wireless clients. You can choose between standard 64-bit or the more robust
128-bit encryption keys.

You can automatically generate encryption keys or you can manually enter the keys. For
automatic 64-bit security, you enter a passphrase that is used to create four keys (as shown
below). The automatic 128-bit security generates a single key by entering a passphrase.

• If you use encryption, configure the same keys used for the BLW-03FA on each of
your wireless clients. Note that the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protects data
transmitted between wireless nodes, but does not protect any transmissions over your
wired network or over the Internet

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Password

Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. By default, there is no password.
For security you should assign one before exposing the BLW-03FA to the Internet.

Passwords can contain from 3–12 alphanumeric characters and are not case sensitive.

• If your password is lost, or you cannot gain access to the user interface, press the
Reset button on the rear panel (holding it down for at least five seconds) to restore the
factory defaults (default is “0000”).

Time Zone

Sets the time zone for the BLW-03FA. This information is used for log entries and client
access control.

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Advanced Setting

Address Mapping

Allows one or more public IP addresses to be shared by multiple internal users. Enter the
Public IP address you wish to share into the “Global IP” field. Enter a range of internal IPs that
will share the global IP into the “from” field.

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Virtual Server

If you configure the BLW-03FA as a virtual server, remote users accessing services

Special Application

Some applications require multiple connections, like Internet games, Video conferencing, and
Internet telephony and so on. Due to the firewall function, these applications can not work with
pure NAT router. Special Applications makes some of these applications to work with NAT
router.

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DDNS

Dynamic DNS support enables users to enjoy domain name even they have no fixed IP address.
The proposed system supports the following DDNS providers:

WWW.DYNDNS.ORG

WWW.TZO.COM

All other DDNS providers that support CGI update commands

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SNMP

The BLW-03FA provides SNMP settings for community and trap information

 Community

In the context of SNMP, a relationship between an agent and a set of SNMP managers defines
security characteristics. The community concept is a local one, defined at the agent. The agent
establishes one community for each desired combination of authentication, access control, and
proxy characteristics. Each community is given a unique (within this agent) community name,
and the management stations within that community are provided with and must employ the
community name in all get operations. The agent may establish a number of communities, with
overlapping management station membership

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 Trap

In the context of SNMP, an unsolicited message can be sent by an agent to management station.
The purpose is to notify the management station of some unusual event

Routing

 Static Route

1. Click Add button.

2. Type the destination’s IP address, the net mask, the Gateway IP, and Metric.

3. Click OK button to finish configuration.

 Routing Table

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This page shows the current routing table

Firewall

The firewall does not significantly affect system performance, so we advise enabling
it to protect your network users. Select “Enable” and click the “APPLY” button to
open the Firewall submenus.

The BLW-03FA’s firewall can provide the access control of connected client PCs,
block common hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death, IP
with zero length, Smurf Attack, UDP port loopback, Snork Attack, TCP null scan,
and TCP SYN flooding. The firewall does not significantly affect system
performance, so we advise leaving it enabled to protect your network users.

Note: When you select the “Enable” radio button of the “Enable or disable Firewall

module function” field, be sure to press the “APPLY” button.

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 Access Control

Using this option allows you to specify different privileges for the client PCs.

The following items are included in the “Access Control” screen:

Field Description

Normal Filtering Table Displays the IP address and filtering status of the

connected client PC

MAC Filtering Table Displays the MAC address of the client PC

Remote Management Allows you to set the IP address of an

administrator for a remote management

Note: Click on “Add PC” and define the appropriate settings for client PC services (as shown

in the following screen).

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 URL Blocking

Using the above screen to block access to the Web sites specified in the table.

 Schedule Rule

You can filter Internet access for local clients based on the “Rule Name,” and time of day.

1. Click on “Add Schedule Rule”

2. Define the appropriate settings for a schedule rule (as shown in the following screen).

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3. Click “OK” and then the “APPLY” button to save your settings. (as

shown on previous page)

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 Intrusion Detection

When the SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) firewall feature is enabled, all packets can be
blocked. Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) allows full support of different application types that
are using dynamic port numbers. For the applications checked in the list below, the Systems
will support full operation as initiated from the local LAN.
The Systems firewall can block common hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack,
Ping of Death, IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, UDP port loopback, Snork Attack, TCP null
scan, and TCP SYN flooding.

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 DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the
firewall, then you can open the client up to unrestricted two-way Internet access. Enter the IP
address of a DMZ host to this screen. Adding a client to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) may
expose your local network to a variety of security risks, so only use this option as a last resort.

MISC

Allows a remote PC to configure, manage, and monitor the BLW-03FA using a standard
web browser. Check “Enable” and enter the IP address of the remote host. Click
“APPLY.”

Note: If you specify an IP address of 0.0.0.0, any host can manage the BLW-03FA.

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Chapter 5

Configuring Client TCP/IP

Installing TCP/IP

Windows 95 / 98 / ME

1. Click “Start/Settings/Control Panel.”

2. Double-click the Network icon and select the “Configuration” tab in

the Network window.

3. Click the “Add” button.

4. Double-click “Protocol.”

5

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5. Select “Microsoft” in the manufacturers list. Select “TCP/IP” in the Network
Protocols list. Click the “OK” button to return to the Network window.

6. The TCP/IP protocol will be listed in the Network window. Click “OK” to complete

the installation procedure and restart your PC to enable the TCP/IP protocols. The
operating system may prompt you to restart your system. Click “Yes” and the
computer will shut down and restart

Windows 2000

1. Click the “Start” button and choose “Settings,” then click “Control Panel.”

2. Double click the “Network and Dial-up Connections” icon, then “Local Area

Connection” icon, and press the “Properties” button in the “General” tab.

3. Click the “install...” button to add the network component to your PC.

4. Double click on “Protocol” to add the TCP/IP protocol.

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5. Choose “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” in the Network Protocols. Click the “OK” button
to return to the Network window.

6. The TCP/IP protocol will be listed in the Network window. Click “OK” to complete the
install procedure.

Setting Up TCP/IP to Work with BLW-03FA

Windows 95 / 98 / ME

1. Click “Start/Settings/Control Panel.”

2. Double-click the Network icon. Highlight the TCP/IP line that has been assigned to

your network card on the “Configuration” tab of the Network window.

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3. Click the “Properties” button.

4. You may dynamically assign TCP/IP address settings to a client, or you can manually
configure a client with address settings to meet your specific network requirements. (Note that
the default IP address of the BLW-03FA is 192.168.1.1.)

Windows 2000

1. Click the “Start” button and choose “Settings,” then click “Control Panel.”

2. Double click the “Network and Dial-up Connections” icon, then “Local Area

Connection” icon, and press the “Properties” button in the “General” tab.

3. Select the TCP/IP line that has been assigned to your network card in the “Local Area

Connection Properties” window.

4. Click the “Properties” button to set the TCP/IP protocol for the BLW-03FA.

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5. You can dynamically assign TCP/IP address settings to a client, or you can manually
configure a client with address settings to meet your specific network requirements. (Note that
the default IP address of the BLW-03FA is 192.168.1.1.)

Windows XP

1. Click the “start” button and choose “Control Panel.”

2. Select the “Network and Internet Connections” icon, then click the “Network

Connections” icon, and double click on the “LAN or High-Speed Internet.”

3. Press the “Properties” button in the “General” tab.

4. Select the TCP/IP line that has been assigned to your network card in the “Local Area

Connection Properties” window.

5. Click the “Properties” button to set the TCP/IP protocol for the BLW-03FA.

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6. You can dynamically assign TCP/IP address settings to a client, or you can manually

configure a client with address settings to meet your specific network requirements.
(Note that the default IP address of the BLW-03FA is 192.168.1.1.)

Configuration Computer with Windows 95 / 98 / ME

Step 1. Configure TCP/IP Settings

After you have completed the hardware setup by connecting your devices, you need to
configure the computer to connect to the BLW-03FA. You need to determine how your
ISP issues your IP address. Many ISPs issue these numbers automatically using a
networking technology known as Dynamic Host Control Protocol, or DHCP. Other ISPs
will specify your IP address and associated numbers, which you must enter manually.
This is also known as a static IP address. How your ISP assigns your IP address
determines how you will configure your computer.

1. From the Windows desktop,

click “Start/Settings/Control

Panel.”

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2. Double-click the

“Network” icon.

3. On the “Network”

window “Configuration” tab,

double-click the “TCP/IP”

entry for your network card.

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4. Click the “IP Address” tab.

If “Obtain an IP address

automatically” is already

checked, your computer is

already configured for DHCP.

Click “Cancel” to close each

window, and skip to “Step 2.

Disable HTTP Proxy” on

page 5-12.

5. Make a note of the current IP

Address and Subnet Mask (a

space is provided on the next

page).

6. Click the “Gateway” tab and

record the numbers listed

under “Installed gateways.”

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7. Click the “DNS

Configuration” tab. Record the

DNS servers listed under

“DNS Server Search Order.”

8. Click the “IP Address” tab and

then check “Obtain an IP

address automatically.” Click

“OK.”

9. Windows may need your

Windows 95/98/ME CD

to copy some files. After

it finishes copying, it will

then prompt you to

restart your system. Click

“Yes” and the computer will shut down and restart.

TCP/IP Configuration Setting

IP Address ____.____.____.____

Subnet Mask ____.____.____.____

Primary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Secondary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Default Gateway ____.____.____.____

Step 2. Disable the HTTP Proxy

You will need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web

browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view

the configuration pages inside your BLW-03FA. The following

steps are for Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which

browser you use and follow the appropriate steps.

Internet Explorer

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1. Open Internet Explorer.

Click “Tools/Internet

Options.”

2. In the “Internet Options”

window, click the

“Connections” tab. Click

the “LAN Settings”

button.

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3. Clear all the check boxes

and click “OK”. Click

“OK” again to close the

“Internet Options” window.

Netscape

1. Open Netscape. Click “Edit,” then

click “Preferences.”

2. In the

“Preferences”

window, under

“Category,”

double-click

“Advanced,” then

click “Proxies.”

Check “Direct

connection to the

Internet.” Click

“OK”.

3. Repeat these

steps for each

Windows 95/98/ME computer connected to your BLW-03FA

Step 3. Obtain IP Settings from Your BLW-03FA

Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your Wireless

Barricade, it needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP

settings and renewing them with settings from your BLW-03FA,

you will also verify that you have configured your computer correctly.

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1. Click “Start/Run.”

2. Type “WINIPCFG” and click

“OK.” It may take a minute or

two for the “IP Configuration”

window to appear.

3. From the dropdown menu,

select your network card.

Click “Release” and then

“Renew.” Verify that your IP

address is now 192.168.1.xxx,

your Subnet Mask is

255.255.255.0 and your

Default Gateway is 192.168.

2.1. These values confirm that

your BLW-03FA is functioning. Click “OK” to close the “IP

Configuration” window.

Configuration Computer with Windows 2000

Step 1. Configure TCP/IP Settings

After you have completed the hardware setup by connecting your devices, you need to
configure the computer to connect to the BLW-03FA. You need to determine how your
ISP issues your IP address. Many ISPs issue these numbers automatically using a
networking technology known as Dynamic Host Control Protocol, or DHCP. Other ISPs
will specify your IP address and associated numbers, which you must enter manually.
This is also known as a static IP address. How your ISP assigns your IP address
determines how you will configure your computer.

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1. From the Windows desktop,

click “Start/Settings/Control

Panel.”

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2. Double-click the

“Network” icon.

3. On the “Network”

window “Configuration” tab,

double-click the “TCP/IP”

entry for your network card.

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4. Click the “IP Address” tab.

If “Obtain an IP address

automatically” is already

checked, your computer is

already configured for DHCP.

Click “Cancel” to close each

window, and skip to “Step 2.

Disable HTTP Proxy” on

page 5-12.

5. Make a note of the current IP

Address and Subnet Mask (a

space is provided on the next

page).

6. Click the “Gateway” tab and

record the numbers listed

under “Installed gateways.”

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7. Click the “DNS

Configuration” tab. Record the

DNS servers listed under

“DNS Server Search Order.”

8. Click the “IP Address” tab and

then check “Obtain an IP

address automatically.” Click

“OK.”

9. Windows may need your

Windows 95/98/ME CD

to copy some files. After

it finishes copying, it will

then prompt you to

restart your system. Click

“Yes” and the computer will shut down and restart.

TCP/IP Configuration Setting

IP Address ____.____.____.____

Subnet Mask ____.____.____.____

Primary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Secondary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Default Gateway ____.____.____.____

Step 2. Disable the HTTP Proxy

You will need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web

browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view

the configuration pages inside your BLW-03FA. The following

steps are for Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which

browser you use and follow the appropriate steps.

Internet Explorer

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1. Open Internet Explorer.

Click “Tools/Internet

Options.”

2. In the “Internet Options”

window, click the

“Connections” tab. Click

the “LAN Settings”

button.

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3. Clear all the check boxes

and click “OK”. Click

“OK” again to close the

“Internet Options” window.

Netscape

1. Open Netscape. Click “Edit,” then

click “Preferences.”

2. In the

“Preferences”

window, under

“Category,”

double-click

“Advanced,” then

click “Proxies.”

Check “Direct

connection to the

Internet.” Click

“OK”.

3. Repeat these

steps for each

Windows 95/98/ME computer connected to your BLW-03FA.

Step 3. Obtain IP Settings from Your BLW-03FA

Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your Wireless

Barricade, it needs to obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP

settings and renewing them with settings from your BLW-03FA,

you will also verify that you have configured your computer correctly.

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1. Click “Start/Run.”

2. Type “WINIPCFG” and click

“OK.” It may take a minute or

two for the “IP Configuration”

window to appear.

3. From the dropdown menu,

select your network card.

Click “Release” and then

“Renew.” Verify that your IP

address is now 192.168.1.xxx,

your Subnet Mask is

255.255.255.0 and your

Default Gateway is 192.168.

2.1. These values confirm that

your BLW-03FA is functioning. Click “OK” to close the “IP

Configuration” window.

Configuration Computer with Windows XP

Step 1. Configure TCP/IP Settings

After you have completed the hardware setup, you need to configure your computer to
connect to your BLW-03FA. You also need to determine how your ISP issues your IP
address. Many ISPs issue these numbers automatically, using a networking technology
known as Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP. Other ISPs will specify your
IP address and associated numbers, which you must enter manually. This is also known
as a static IP address. How your ISP assigns your IP address determines how you will
configure your computer.

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Here is what to do:

1. From the Windows

desktop, click the “start”

button. Choose “Control

Panel.”

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2. Select the “Network

and Internet

Connections” icon,

then click the

“Network

Connections” icon.

3. Double click on the

“LAN or High-Speed

Internet.”

4. Click “Properties.”

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5. Double-click “Internet

Protocol (TCP/IP).”

6. All the information that

you need to record is on

the “Internet Protocol

(TCP/IP) Properties”

dialog box. Use the

spaces below to record

the information.

If “Obtain an IP address

automatically” and “Obtain

DNS server address

automatically” are already

selected, your computer is

already configured for

DHCP. Click “Cancel” to

close each window, and skip

to “Step 2. Disable HTTP

Proxy” on page 5-25.

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7. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and then select “Obtain

DNS server address automatically.” Then click “OK.” Click “OK” or

“Close” to close each window.

TCP/IP Configuration Setting

IP Address ____.____.____.____

Subnet Mask ____.____.____.____

Primary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Secondary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Default Gateway ____.____.____.____

Step 2. Disable the HTTP Proxy

You will need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your Web

browser is disabled. This is so that your Web browser will be able to view

the configuration pages inside your BLW-03FA. The following

steps are for Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which

browser you use and follow the appropriate steps.

Internet Explorer

1. Open Internet Explorer

and click the stop button.

Click “Tools,” then

“Internet Options.”

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2. In the “Internet

Options” window click

the “Connections” tab.

Next, click the “LAN

Settings...” button.

3. Clear all the checkboxes.

4. Click “OK,” and then click

“OK” again to close the

“Internet Options”

Windows.

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Step 3. Obtain IP Settings from Your BLW-03FA

Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your BLW-03FA, it needs to
obtain new network settings. By releasing any old IP settings and renewing them with
settings from your BLW-03FA, you will also verify that you have configured your
computer correctly.

1. From the Windows desktop, click the “Start” button, then “Programs,” then

“Accessories,” and then click “Command Prompt.”

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2. In the “Command Prompt” window, type “IPCONFIG /RELEASE” and press the

<ENTER> key.

3. Type “IPCONFIG /RENEW” and press the <ENTER> key. Verify that your IP address

is now 192.168.1.xxx (2-255), your Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0 and your Default
Gateway is 192.168.1.1. These values confirm that your BLW-03FA is functioning.

4. Type “EXIT” and press <ENTER> to close the “Command Prompt” window.

Configuration Computer with Windows NT

Step 1. Configure TCP/IP Settings

After you have completed the hardware setup, you need to configure your computer to
connect to your BLW-03FA. You need to determine how your ISP issues your IP address.
Many ISPs issue these numbers automatically using a networking technology known as
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP. Other ISPs will specify your IP address
and associated numbers, which you must enter manually. This is known as a static or
fixed IP address. How your ISP assigns your IP address determines how you will
configure your computer.

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Here is what to do:

1. From the Windows

desktop click “Start/

Settings/Control

Panel.”

2. Double-click the

“Network” icon.

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3. Click on the

“Protocols” tab.

4. Double-click “TCP/

IP Protocol.”

5. Click on the “IP

Address” tab.

6. In the “Adapter”

dropdown list, be sure

your Ethernet adapter

is selected.

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7. If “Obtain an IP

address automatically”

is already checked,

your computer is

already configured for

DHCP. Click

“Cancel” to close each

window, and skip to

“Step 2. Disable

HTTP Proxy” on

page 5-32. In the

“TCP/IP Properties”

dialog box, click the

IP address tab to

locate your IP

Address, Subnet

Mask, and Default

Gateway. Record these

values in the space provided below.

8. Click the “DNS” tab to see the primary and secondary DNS servers. Record these

values in the appropriate spaces below.

9. After writing down your IP settings, click the “IP address” tab. Check “Obtain IP

address automatically” and click “OK.” Click “OK” again to close the “Network”

window.

10. Windows may copy files and will then prompt you to restart your system. Click

“Yes” and your computer will shut down and restart.

TCP/IP Configuration Setting

IP Address ____.____.____.____

Subnet Mask ____.____.____.____

Primary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Secondary DNS Server ____.____.____.____

Default Gateway ____.____.____.____

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Step 2. Disable the HTTP Proxy

You will need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web

browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view

the BLW-03FA configuration pages. The following steps are for

Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which browser you use

and follow the appropriate steps.

Internet Explorer

1. Open Internet Explorer.

Click “Tools/Internet

Options.”

2. In the “Internet Options”

window, click the

“Connections” tab. Next,

click “LAN Settings.”

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3. Clear all the checkboxes.

4. Click “OK,” and then click

“OK” again to close the

“Internet Options” window.

Netscape

1. Open Netscape. Click “Edit,” then

click “Preferences...”

2. In the

“Preferences”

window, under

“Category”

double-click

“Advanced,” then

click “Proxies.”

Check “Direct

connection to the

Internet.” Click

“OK.”

Step 3. Obtain IP Settings From Your BLW-03FA

Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your BLW-03FA, it needs to
obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP settings and renewing them with settings
from the BLW-03FA, you will also verify that you have configured your computer
correctly.

1. On the Windows

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desktop, click “Start/

Programs/Command

Prompt.”

2. In the “Command

Prompt” window, type

“IPCONFIG /

RELEASE” and press

the <ENTER> key.

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3. Type “IPCONFIG /RENEW” and press the <ENTER> key. Verify that your IP

Address is now 192.168.1.xxx, your Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0 and your Default
Gateway is 192.168.1.1. These values confirm that the BLW-03FA is functioning.

4. Type “EXIT” and press <ENTER> to close the “Command Prompt” window.

Configuration Macintosh Computer

You may find that the instructions here do not exactly match your screen. This is because these
steps and screenshots were created using Mac OS 8.5. Mac OS 7.x and above are all very
similar, but may not be identical to Mac OS 8.5

Step 1. Configure TCP/IP Settings

After you have completed the hardware setup, you need to configure your computer to
connect to the BLW-03FA. You need to determine how your ISP issues your IP address.
Many ISPs issue these numbers automatically using a networking technology known as
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP. Other ISPs will specify your IP address
and associated numbers, which you must enter manually. This is also known as a static IP
address. How your ISP assigns your IP address determines how you will configure your
computer.

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Here is what to do:

1. Pull down the Apple

Menu. Click

“Control Panels” and

select TCP/IP.

2. In the TCP/IP

dialog box, make

sure that

“Ethernet” is

selected in the

“Connect Via:”

field.

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If “Using DHCP Server” is already selected in the “Configure” field, your computer is already
configured for DHCP. Close the TCP/IP dialog box, and skip to Step 2 Disable HTTP Proxy
(bottom of this page).

3. All the information that you need to record is on the “TCP/IP” dialog box. Use the

space below to record the information.

4. After writing down your IP settings, select “Using DHCP Server” in the “Configure”

field and close the window.

5. Another box will

appear asking whether

you want to save your

TCP/IP settings. Click

“Save”.

TCP/IP Configuration Setting

IP Address ____.____.____.____

Subnet Mask ____.____.____.____

Router ____.____.____.____

Name Server ____.____.____.____

Step 2. Disable the HTTP Proxy

You will need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web

browser is disabled. This is so that your web browser will be able to view

the BLW-03FA configuration pages. The following steps are for

Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which browser you use

and follow the appropriate steps.

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Internet Explorer

1. Open Internet Explorer. Click “Edit/

Preferences.”

2. In the

Internet

Explorer

“Preferences”

window,

under

“Network,”

select

“Proxies.”

3. Uncheck all

checkboxes

and click

“OK.”

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Netscape

1. Open Netscape. Click “Edit/Preferences.”

2. In the column

labeled

“Category,”

select

“Advanced.”

Under the

“Advanced”

category, select

“Proxies.”

3. Select “Direct

Connection to

the Internet”

and click

“OK.”

Step 3. Obtain IP Settings From Your BLW-03FA

Now that you have configured your computer to connect to your BLW-03FA, it needs to
obtain new network settings. By releasing old IP settings and renewing them with settings
from the BLW-03FA, you will also verify that you have configured your computer
correctly.

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1. Pull down the Apple

Menu. Click “Control

Panels” and “TCP/IP.”

2. In the TCP/IP

window, your new

settings will be

shown. Verify that

your IP address is

now 192.168.1.xxx,

your Subnet Mask

is 255.255.255.0

and your Default

Gateway is

192.168.1.1. These

values confirm that

your BLW-03FA is functioning.

3. Close the TCP/IP window.

Verifying Your TCP/IP Connectionverview

After installing the TCP/IP communication protocols and configuring an IP address in the same
network as the BLW-03FA, use the “Ping” command to check if your computer has
successfully connected to the BLW-03FA. The following example shows how the Ping
procedure can be executed in an MS-DOS window. First, execute the “Ping” command:

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ping 192.168.1.1

If a message similar to the following appears:

Pinging 192.168.1.1 with 32 bytes of data:

Reply from 192.168.1.1: bytes=32 time=2ms TTL=64

a communication link between your computer and the BLW-03FA has been successfully
established.

If you get the following message,

Pinging 192.168.1.1 with 32 bytes of data:

Request timed out.

there may be something wrong in your installation procedure. Check the

following items in sequence:

1. Is the Ethernet cable correctly connected between the BLW-03FA and the computer?

The LAN LED on the BLW-03FA and the Link LED of the network card on your computer
must be on.

2. Is TCP/IP properly configured on your computer?

If the IP address of the BLW-03FA is 192.168.1.1, the IP address of your PC must be from

192.168.1.2 - 192.168.1.254 and the default gateway must be 192.168.1.1.

If you can successfully Ping the BLW-03FA you are now ready to

connect to the Internet!

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Chapter 6

Printer Server

Print Server Installation for Windows 98/ME

The following procedure is for Windows 95/98, Windows ME, Windows NT4.0, and Windows

2000.

1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into your drive. If the setup program does not start
automatically, run SETUP.EXE in the root folder.

2. Restart you computer.

3. Open your Printers folder, and start the Add Printer Wizard.

4. When prompted, select Local Printer

5. On the 【Select the Printer Port】 screen, select monitor, and Click Next to continue.

6. Select the correct Printer Manufacturer and Model, or use the "Have Disk" option if
appropriate.

7. Installation is now complete. You can now print using this printer.

Print Server Installation for Windows 2000/XP

1. Click Start, Point to Settings, and select Printer.

2. Run Add Printer, Click Next.

3. The Add Printer Wizard screen will appear, Select Local Printer and click Next.

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4. From the list under Create a new port, as shown in the previous picture, select the

Standard TCP/IP Port, Click Next and Next.

5. The Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard box will then appear as shown below.

Type the IP address assigned to the print server in the Printer Name or IP Address box,
click Next.

6. In the Add Standard TCP/IP Printer Port Wizard box shown in the following picture.

Select Custom, Click Settings button, and click Next.

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7. In the Configure Standard TCP/IP Port Monitor box shown in the following picture,

select LPR form Protocol, and type in a queue name, for example, lp1.

8. Click OK, and Next.

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9. Click Finish.

10. Select the appropriate printer manufacturer and printer type list and click Next.

11. Type in a new Printer name or leave it in default, and click Next button.

12. A box containing the message：”To confirm that the printer is installed properly, you

can print a test page” will appear. Select Yes

（

Recommended） and click Finish.

13. The installation is complete.

Printer Compatible list

Compatible Device Test (Test OS：Win98 & Win2000)

Printer Tested

NO Vendor Model Result Remark

01 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 300

Pass

02 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 400

Pass

03 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 600

Pass

04 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 640

Pass

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05 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 660

Pass

06 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 670

Pass

07 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 740

Pass

08 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 790

Pass

09 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 850

Pass

10 Epson

EPSON Stylus Color 900

Pass

11 Epson

EPSON Stylus Photo 720

Pass

12 Epson

EPSON Stylus Photo 750

Pass

13 Epson

EPSON Stylus Photo 790

Pass

14 Epson

EPSON IP-100

Pass

15 HP

HP DeskJet 610C

Pass

16 HP HP DeskJet 640C Pass

17 HP HP DeskJet 710C Pass

18 HP HP LaserJet 6L Pass

19 HP HP LaserJet 1100 Pass

20 HP HP LaserJet 4050 Pass

Different OS Print test paper List

Printer Type OS1 OS2 OS3 OS4 OS5 OS6 OS7 OS8 OS9 Result

Epson photo 790

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Pass

Epson photo 750

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Pass

HP LaserJet 6L

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Pass

HP LaserJet1100

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Pass

HP DeskJet 640C

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

Pass

OS1:WIN2K(Server) OS2:WINNTworkstation OS3:WIN98 OS4:WINME

OS5:WINNT OS6:WIN2KPRO OS7: Linux OS8: WIN95

OS9:WINXP

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Chapter 7

Troubleshooting

This appendix describes common problems you may encounter and possible solutions to them.
The BLW-03FA can be easily monitored through panel indicators to identify problems. If you
cannot resolve any connection problems after checking the indicators, then refer to the other
sections in the following table.

Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Action

LED Indicators

Power LED is OFF • External power supply has failed or is disconnected.

• Check connections between the BLW-03FA, the external power
supply, and the wall outlet.

• If the power indicator does not light when the power cord is
plugged in, you may have a problem with the power outlet,
power cord, or external power supply. If the unit powers off
after running for a while, check for loose power connections,
power losses, or surges at the power outlet.

If you cannot isolate the problem, then the external power
supply may be defective. In this case, contact SMC Technical
Support for assistance.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Action

LED Indicators

Link LED is OFF • Verify that the BLW-03FA and attached device are

powered on.

• Be sure the cable is plugged into both the BLW-03FA

and the corresponding device.

• Verify that the proper cable type is used and that its

length does not exceed the specified limits.

• Be sure that the network interface on the attached device

is configured for the proper communication speed and

duplex mode.

• Check the adapter on the attached device and cable

connections for possible defects. Replace any defective

adapter or cable if necessary.

Network Connection Problems

Cannot Ping the BLW-03FA

from the attached LAN, or the

BLW-03FA cannot Ping any

device on the attached LAN

• Verify that the IP addresses are properly configured. For

most applications, you should use the BLW-03FA’s

DHCP function to dynamically assign IP addresses to

clients on the LAN. However, if you manually configure

IP addresses on the LAN, verify that the same network

address (network component of the IP address) and subnet

mask are used for both the BLW-03FA and the LAN

devices.

• Be sure the device you want to Ping (and the device

from which you are Pinging) have been configured for

TCP/IP.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Action

Management Problems

Cannot connect using the web
browser

• Be sure to have configured the BLW-03FA with a valid IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

• Check that you have a valid network connection to the
BLW-03FA and that the port you are using has not been
disabled.

• Check the network cabling between the management station
and the BLW-03FA.

Forgot or lost the password • Press the Reset button on the front panel (holding it down

for at least five seconds) to restore the factory defaults.

Printer Server

The printer cannot print,

or prints garbage

• Make sure the parallel cable between the BLW-03FA and
printer is connected and is in good condition

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Appendix A

CABLES

Ethernet Cable

Specifications

Cable Types and Specifications

Cable Type Max.Length Connector

10BASE-T Cat. 3, 4, 5 UTP 100 m 100-ohm (328 ft) RJ-45

100BASE-TX Cat. 5 UTP 100 m 100-ohm (328 ft) RJ-45

Twisted-pair Cable

Caution: Do NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. Use only twisted-

pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform with FCC standards.

For 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of
wires. Each wire pair is identified by different colors. For example, one wire might be
red and the other, red with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to
both ends of the cable.

Cables

Figure B-1 illustrates how the pins on the RJ-45 connector are numbered. Be sure to hold the
connectors in the same orientation when attaching the wires to the pins.

Figure B-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers

Straight-through Cable

Straight-Through RJ-45 Pin Assignments

End 1 End 2

1 (TD+) 1 (TD+)

2 (TD-) 2 (TD-)

3 (RD+) 3 (RD+)

6 (RD-) 6 (RD-)

A

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Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are not connected.

Crossover Cable

Crossover RJ-45 Pin Assignments

End 1 End 2

1 (TD+) 3 (RD+)

2 (TD-) 6 (RD-)

3 (RD+) 1 (TD+)

6 (RD-) 2 (TD-)

Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are not connected.

RJ-45 Port Pin Assignments

Pin MDI Signal Name* MDI-X Signal Name*

1 Transmit Data (TD+) Receive Data (RD+)

2 Transmit Data (TD-) Receive Data (RD-)

3 Receive Data (RD+) Transmit Data (TD+)

6 Receive Data (RD-) Transmit Data (RD-)

Pins 4, 5, 7, and 8 are not connected.

z The “+” and “-” signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.

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Appendix B

Specifications

Hardware

z Dimension: 221 × 139 × 33.8 mm

z Power: 9V, 1000 mA

z Temperature 0°C ~ 40°C in operating

-25°C ~ 60°C in storage

z Humidity 15%~95%

z IEEE Standards: IEEE802.3, 802.3u, 802.11b

RFC DHCP

RFC NAT

z Cable Specification: Catg.5 UTP

z Electromagnetic Compatibility: VCCI/JATE/Telec

Wireless RF

z Radio: Complies with IEEE 802.11b

z Frequency Band: USA – FCC 2412~2462MHz (Ch1~Ch11)

Canada – IC 2412~2462MHz (Ch1~Ch11)
Europe – ETSI 2412~2472MHz (Ch1~Ch13)
Spain 2457~2462MHz (Ch10~Ch11)
France 2457~2472MHz (Ch10~Ch13)
Japan–STD-T66/STD-33 2412~2484MHz (Ch1~Ch14)

z Operating Channels: IEEE 802.11 compliant

z Channels 14 channels (Japan)

z Modulation Type: BPSK for 1Mbps

QPSK for 2Mbps
CCK for 5.5/11Mbps

z Radio Technology: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)

z Data Rate: 1 / 2 / 5.5 / 11 Mbps

z Output Power: > +15dBm; Typically +17dBm

z Current consumption: TX 450mA Max;

RX 320mA Max;
Typical 350mA

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Receive sensitivity: -80dBm for 11Mbps, 8% @ BER 1E-5

-83dBm for 5.5Mbps, 8% @ BER 1E-5

-88dBm for 2Mbps, 8% @ BER 1E-5

-90dBm f