Sitecom WL-607, WL-600 User Manual
WL-600/607
Wireless Broadband Router
(802.11bg)
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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing this Wireless Broadband Router. This Wireless
Broadband Router is a cost-effective IP Sharing Router that enables multiple users to
share the Internet through an ADSL or cable modem. Simply configure your Internet
connection settings in the Wireless Broadband Router and plug your PC to the LAN
port and you're ready to share files and access the Internet. As your network grows,
you can connect another hub or switch to the router’s LAN ports, allowing you to
easily expand your network. The Wireless Broadband Router is embedded with a
IEEE 802.11g/b access point that allows you to build up a wireless LAN. The Wireless
Broadband Router provides a total solution for the Small and Medium-sized Business
(SMB) and the Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) markets, giving you an instant
network today, and the flexibility to handle tomorrow's expansion and speed.
Features
• High Internet Access throughput (50M)
• Allow multiple users to share a single Internet line
• Supports up to 253 users
• Internet Access via Cable or xDSL modem
• Access Private LAN Servers from the Public Network
• Equipped with four LAN ports (10/100M) and one WAN port (10/100M)
• Provides IEEE 802.11g/b wireless LAN access point
• Support DHCP (Server/Client) for easy setup
• Support advance features such as: Special Applications, DMZ, Virtual Servers,
Access Control, Firewall.
• Allow you to monitor the router’s status such as: DHCP Client Log, System
Log, Security Log and Device/Connection Status
• Easy to use Web-based GUI for configuration and management purposes
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Remote Management allows configuration and upgrades from a remote site
(over the Internet)
Minimum Requirements
• One External xDSL (ADSL) or Cable modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45)
• Network Interface Card (NIC) for each Personal Computer (PC)
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PCs with a Web-Browser (Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher, or Netscape
Navigator 4.7 or higher)
Package Content
• One 4-port Broadband router unit
• One Quick Installation Guide
• One User Manual CD
• One Power Adapter
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Accessories
Note
The WAN “idle timeout” auto-disconnect function may not work due to abnormal
activities of some network application software, computer virus or hacker attacks
from the Internet. For example, some software sends network packets to the
Internet in the background, even when you are not using the Internet. So please
turn off your computer when you are not using it. This function also may not work
with some ISP. So please make sure this function can work properly when you use
this function in the first time, especially your ISP charge you by time used.
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Get to know the Broadband Router
Back Panel
The diagram (fig1.0) below shows the broadband router’s back panel. The router’s
back panel is divided into three sections, LAN, WAN and Reset:
Figure 1.0
1) Local Area Network (LAN)
The Broadband router’s 4 LAN ports are where you connect your LAN’s PCs, printer
servers, hubs and switches etc.
2) Wide Area Network (WAN)
The WAN port is the segment connected to your xDSL or Cable modem and is
linked to the Internet.
3) Reset
The Reset button allows you to do one of two things.
1) If problems occur with your router, press the router’s reset button with a
pencil tip (for less than 4 seconds) and the router will re-boot itself,
keeping your original configurations.
2)
If problems persist or you experience extreme problems or you forgot
your password, press the reset button for longer than 4 seconds and the
router will reset itself to the factory default settings (warning: your
original configurations will be replaced with the factory default settings)
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Front Panel
On the router’s front panel there are LED lights that inform you of the router’s current status.
Below is an explanation of each LED and its description.
LED Light Status: Description
PWR
ON: Router’s power supply is on
WAN 10/100M
OFF: WAN port 10Mbps is connected
WAN LNK/ACT
OFF: No WAN connection
Flashing: WAN port has Activity (ACT), data
being sent
ON: WAN port 100Mbps is connected
ON:
WAN is connected
LAN 10/100M
(Port 1-4) OFF:LAN port 10Mbps is connected
LAN LNK/ACT
(Port 1-4) OFF:No LAN connection
802.11G
OFF:Wireless LAN is disabled
Flashing: Wireless LAN has Activity (ACT) data
being sent
ON: Wireless LAN has been activated
ON: LAN is connected
Flashing: LAN port has Activity (ACT), data
being sent
ON: LAN port 100Mbps is connected
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Setup Diagram
Figure 1.2 below shows a typical setup for a Local Area Network (LAN).
Figure 1.2
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Getting started
This is a step-by-step instruction on how to start using the router and get connected to the
Internet.
1) Setup your network as shown in the setup diagram above (fig 1.2).
2)
You then need to set your LAN PC clients so that it can obtain an IP address automatically.
All LAN clients require an IP address. Just like an address, it allows LAN clients to find one
another. (If you have already configured your PC to obtain an IP automatically then proceed
to step 3, page 11)
Configure your PC to obtain an IP address automatically
By default the broadband router’s DHCP is on, this means that you can obtain an IP address
automatically once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically. This
section will show you how to configure your PC’s so that it can obtain an IP address
automatically for either Windows 95/98/Me, 2000 or NT operating systems. For other
operating systems (Macintosh, Sun, etc.), follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The
following is a step-by-step illustration on how to configure your PC to obtain an IP address
automatically for 2a) Windows 95/98/Me, 2b) Windows XP, 2c) Windows 2000 and 2d)
Windows NT.
2a) Windows 95/98/Me
1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2: Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear.
3: Check your list of Network Components. If TCP/IP is not installed, click the Add button to
install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 6.
4: In the Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol and click Add button.
5: In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select Microsoft and TCP/IP and then click the
OK button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to
complete the installation.
6: After installing TCP/IP, go back to the Network dialog box. Select TCP/IP from the list of
Network Components and then click the Properties button.
7: Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
• Bindings: Check Client for Microsoft Networks and File and printer sharing for
Microsoft Networks.
• Gateway: All fields are blank.
• DNS Configuration: Select Disable DNS.
• WINS Configuration: Select Disable WINS Resolution.
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IP Address: Select Obtain IP address automatically
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8: Reboot the PC. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically from your
Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server
available on your LAN.
Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to
Step 3
2b) Windows XP
1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Network Connections. The Network
Connections window will appear.
2: Double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area Connection window will
appear.
3: Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on
your list. Select it and click the Properties button.
4: In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically as shown on the following
screen.
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5: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically
from your Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server
available on your LAN.
Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to
Step 3.
2c) Windows 2000
1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2: Double-click Network and Dial-up Connections icon. In the Network and Dial-up
Connection window, double-click Local Area Connection icon. The Local Area
Connection window will appear.
3: In the Local Area Connection window, click the Properties button.
4: Check your list of Network Components. You should see Internet Protocol [TCP/IP] on
your list. Select it and click the Properties button.
5: In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window, select Obtain an IP address
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automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically as shown on the following
screen.
6: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically
from your Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server
available on your LAN.
Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to
Step 3.
2d) Windows NT
1: Click the Start button and select Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel
window will appear.
2: Double-click Network icon. The Network window will appear. Select the Protocol tab from
the Network window.
3: Check if the TCP/IP Protocol is on your list of Network Protocols. If TCP/IP is not
installed, click the Add button to install it now. If TCP/IP is installed, go to step 5.
4: In the Select Network Protocol window, select the TCP/IP Protocol and click the Ok
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button to start installing the TCP/IP protocol. You may need your Windows CD to
complete the installation.
5: After you install TCP/IP, go back to the Network window. Select TCP/IP from the list of
Network Protocols and then click the Properties button.
6: Check each of the tabs and verify the following settings:
• IP Address: Select Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server.
• DNS: Let all fields are blank.
• WINS: Let all fields are blank.
• Routing: Let all fields are blank.
7: Click OK to confirm the setting. Your PC will now obtain an IP address automatically
from your Broadband Router’s DHCP server.
Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server
available on your LAN.
Once you’ve configured your PC to obtain an IP address automatically, please proceed to
Step 3.
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3) Once you have configured your PCs to obtain an IP address automatically, the router’s
DHCP server will automatically give your LAN clients an IP address. By default the
Broadband Router’s DHCP server is enabled so that you can obtain an IP address
automatically. To see if you have obtained an IP address, see Appendix A.
Note: Please make sure that the Broadband router’s DHCP server is the only DHCP server
available on your LAN. If there is another DHCP on your network, then you’ll need to switch
one of the DHCP servers off. (To disable the Broadband router’s DHCP server see chapter 2
LAN Port)
4) Once your PC has obtained an IP address from your router, enter the default IP address
192.168.0.1 (broadband router’s IP address) into your PC’s web browser and press <enter>
5) The login screen below will appear. Enter the “User Name” and “Password” and then click
<OK> to login.
Note: By default the user name is “admin” and the password is “admin”. For security
reasons it is recommended that you change the password as soon as possible (in
General setup/system/password, see chapter 2)
The HOME page screen below will appear.
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Menu Description
Home (Chapter 1)
In this section you can see the Broadband
router's system information, Internet Connection,
Device Status, System Log, Security Log and
DHCP client information.
Wizard (Chapter 2)
Select your Internet connection type and then
input the configurations needed to connect to
your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Wireless Settings (Chapter 3)
Firewall (Chapter 4)
This section contains the wireless settings and
allows you to configure the AP settings and
security. This section also contains Site Survey
to find wireless networks in the neighborhood,
and WDS settings.
This section contains configurations for the
Broadband router’s advance functions such as:
Virtual Server, Access Control, Hacker Attack
Prevention, DMZ, Special applications and other
functions to meet your LAN requirements.
Toolbox
This section contains the broadband router’s
Tools - Tools include Configuration tools,
Firmware upgrade and Reset. Configuration
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tools allow you to Backup (save), Restore, or
Restore to Factory Default configuration for your
Broadband router. The Firmware upgrade tool
allows you to upgrade your Broadband router's
firmware. The RESET tool allows you to reset
your Broadband router.
7) Click on Wizard (see chapter 2) to start configuring settings required by your ISP so that you
can start accessing the Internet.
8) It’s also highly recommended to setup encryption for your wireless network. Go to Wireless
Settings, and click on Security to change the encryption options in the router.
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Chapter 1: Home
1.1 Status
The Status section allows you to monitor the current status of your router. You can use the Status
page to monitor: the connection status of the Broadband router's WAN/LAN interfaces, the
current firmware and hardware version numbers, any illegal attempts to access your network, and
information on all DHCP client PCs currently connected to your network.
Parameters Description
1.1
Status and Information
1.2 LAN Settings
1.3 DHCP
Broadband router's DHCP server
View your LAN client's information that is currently linked to the
1.4 Log
1.5 Statistics
Shows the LAN settings, and allows the user to change LAN
View the Broadband router’s system log
Shows the statistics
Shows the router’s system information, the current internet
connection status, wireless configuration status, and other
related information.
settings.
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1.2 LAN
The LAN Port screen below allows you to specify a private IP address for your router’s LAN ports
as well as a subnet mask for your LAN segment.
Parameters Default Description
IP address
192.168.0.1 This is the router’s LAN port IP address (Your
LAN clients default gateway IP address)
IP Subnet Mask
255.255.255.0 Specify a Subnet Mask for your LAN segment
802.1d Spanning Tree
Disabled If 802.1d Spanning Tree function is enabled, this
router will use the spanning tree protocol to
prevent from network loop happened in the LAN
ports.
DHCP Server
Enabled You can enable or disable the DHCP server. By
enabling the DHCP server the router will
automatically give your LAN clients an IP
address. If the DHCP is not enabled then you’ll
have to manually set your LAN client’s IP
addresses; make sure the LAN Client is in the
same subnet as this broadband router if you
want the router to be your LAN client’s default
gateway
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