Sony SS2624 User Manual
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SpeedStream
SpeedStream
SpeedStreamSpeedStream
Wireless DSL/Cable Router
Model SS2624
Part No. 007-0311-001
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................. 1
Features of the DSL/Cable Router................................................................................... 1
Package Contents ..............................................................................................................3
Physical Details.................................................................................................................. 4
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION............................................................................................... 7
Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 7
Procedure ........................................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER 3 SETUP.................................................................................................................9
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 9
Configuration Program................................................................................................... 10
Setup Wizard ...................................................................................................................12
LAN Screen......................................................................................................................15
Wireless Screen................................................................................................................ 17
Password Screen .............................................................................................................. 21
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION...................................................................................22
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 22
Windows Clients .............................................................................................................. 22
Printer Setup for Windows.............................................................................................34
Macintosh Clients ............................................................................................................ 40
Linux Clients.................................................................................................................... 40
Other Unix Systems.........................................................................................................41
Wireless Station Configuration ...................................................................................... 42
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS ......................................................................... 43
Operation .........................................................................................................................43
Status Screen.................................................................................................................... 44
Connection Status - PPPoE............................................................................................. 46
Connection Status - PPTP............................................................................................... 48
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address.......................................................... 49
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES............................................................................... 51
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 51
Advanced Internet Screen............................................................................................... 51
URL Filter........................................................................................................................ 55
Virtual Servers.................................................................................................................57
Dynamic DNS................................................................................................................... 60
Remote Management....................................................................................................... 62
Access Control .................................................................................................................63
Firmware Upgrade .......................................................................................................... 68
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION ................................................................. 69
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 69
Network Clients Screen................................................................................................... 70
Options .............................................................................................................................72
Printer Port...................................................................................................................... 74
MAC Address .................................................................................................................. 75
Routing ............................................................................................................................. 77
Security............................................................................................................................. 81
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APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................ 83
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 83
General Problems ............................................................................................................ 83
Internet Access.................................................................................................................83
Printing............................................................................................................................. 84
APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................ 87
SpeedStream Wireless DSL/Cable Router .................................................................... 87
APPENDIX C TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................................................................. 88
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the SpeedStream Wireless DSL/Cable
Router’s features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new SpeedStream DSL/Cable Router; commonly
referred to as a Broadband Router. The SpeedStream Wireless DSL/Cable Router is a multifunction device providing the following services:
•
Wireless LAN Access Point for equipment compliant with the IEEE802.11b (DSSS)
specifications.
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Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.
•
4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.
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Network Printer - LAN users can share the printer attached to the SpeedStream Router.
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Figure 1: SpeedStream Router
Features of the DSL/Cable Router
The SpeedStream Wireless DSL/Cable Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully
designed to provide sophisticated functions while being easy to use.
Internet Access Features
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Shared Internet Access.
DSL/Cable 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).
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DSL & Cable Modem Support.
for connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable Modems are supported.
All users on the LAN can access the Internet through the
The DSL/Cable Router has a 10BaseT Ethernet port
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PPPoE and PPTP Support. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE
(PPP over Ethernet) and PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), as well as "Direct Connection" type services.
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Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the
DSL/Cable Router supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Wireless Features
•
Standards Compliant. The Wireless DSL/Cable Router complies with the IEEE802.11b
(DSSS) specifications for Wireless LANs.
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WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Both 64 Bit
and 128 Bit keys are supported.
•
Access Control. The Access Control feature can ensure that only trusted Wireless
Stations can access your LAN.
•
Simple Configuration.
quickly and easily.
If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed
Advanced Internet Functions
•
Conferencing & Telephony Applications. Internet Telephony and Conferencing
applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, are supported.
•
Special Internet Applications. Applications that use non-standard connections 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.
•
DMZ. 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 that are incompatible with Firewalls.
•
URL Filter.
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Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
•
VPN Support. VPN (Virtual Private Networking) connections using PPTP and IPSec are
transparently supported - no configuration is required.
Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
LAN Features
•
4-Port Switching Hub.
switching hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.
•
DHCP Server Support.
address to PCs and other devices upon request. The DSL/Cable Router can act as a
for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
Server
Multi Segment LAN Support.
•
via the Router's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing table.
•
Network Printer.
Printer", available to all Windows and Linux (Unix) clients on your LAN.
The DSL/Cable Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT-
ynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP
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LANs containing one or more segments are supported,
The printer attached to the DSL/Cable Router becomes a "Network
DHCP
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Configuration & Management
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Easy Setup.
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Remote Management. The DSL/Cable 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.
•
UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con-
figuration of the DSL/Cable Router. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.
Use your Web browser from anywhere on the LAN for configuration.
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) tech-
nology 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 DSL/Cable Router.
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Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incom-
ing 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 DSL/Cable Router
incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Introduction
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• SpeedStream Wireless DSL/Cable Router (SS2624)
• Wireless Antenna
• Power Adapter
• Quick Start Guide
• CD-ROM containing the on-line manual and Printer Port Driver for Windows
• Extended Warranty/Product Registration Card
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact SpeedStream Technical
Support for assistance.
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Physical Details
LEDs
The front panel contains the following LEDs.
Power On
Status On
LAN Ports
(1, 2, 3, 4)
WAN Port Flashing
Wireless On
- Normal operation.
- No power
Off
- Error condition.
- Normal operation.
Off
Blinking
upgraded.
For each LAN port, there are 2 LEDs
•
Link/Act
•
•
•
•
100
•
•
- no data is being transferred.
Off
- Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for
use.
- This LED blinks during start up, or when the Firmware is being
- Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.
On
- No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
Off
Flashing
sponding LAN (hub) port.
On
Off
10BaseT, or no active connection.
- data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.
- Data is being transmitted or received via the corre-
- Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
- Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using
Off
Flashing
point. This includes "network traffic" as well as user data.
Print Act On
Off
Flashing
Print Err On
Off
- No Wireless connection available.
- Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless access
- Connection to printer established.
- No connection to printer; printer is Off or Off-line.
- Data is being transmitted to the printer.
- Printer error detected.
- No printer error detected.
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Rear Panel
Introduction
Figure 2: Rear Panel
Printer Port
Aerial Antenna
Reset Button
Standard parallel printer port. If you wish to share a printer, connect it
here.
Best results are usually obtained with the antenna in a vertical position.
This button has three (3) functions:
•
Reboot
reboot (restart).
•
Diagnostic print-out
print-out will be sent to the attached printer.
• Ensure the printer is ready.
• Both Print LEDs will flash simultaneously during the diag-
•
Reset to Factory Defaults
ALL data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off the router
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On the router.
3. Continue holding the Reset Button until the Status (Red) LED
blinks TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button.
The factory default configuration has now been restored, and the
Router is ready for use.
. When pressed and released, the DSL/Cable Router will
. If held down for 3 seconds, a diagnostic
nostic printing.
. This button can also be used to clear
WAN port
(10BaseT)
10/100BaseT
LAN connectors
Normal/Uplink
Button- Optional
Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a
cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard CAT5 UTP
LAN cable.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect to your PCs.
Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
If no Uplink push-button is present, all 4 LAN ports are capable of
being connected to a hub with a straight-through cable.
If an Uplink button is present, see the "Normal/Uplink" button
function below.
If this button is present, it allows LAN port 1 to be used as an Uplink
port for connecting directly to another hub.
When depressed (in), then the "LAN 1" port becomes an "Uplink" port,
and must be connected to a normal port on another Hub.
If this button is extended (out), then the "LAN 1" port acts as a normal
LAN port.
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Power port
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
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Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the SpeedStream Wireless
DSL/Cable Router.
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Requirements
• DSL or Cable modem, and an Internet Access account with an ISP, for shared Internet
access.
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT CAT5 network (UTP) cables with RJ45
connectors
• TCP/IP network protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For shared access to the attached printer, the following clients are supported:
• Windows 95/98/ME
• Windows NT 4.0, 2000 or XP
• Unix (LPD printing)
Procedure
Figure 3: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the DSL/Cable Router.
Ensure both the DSL/Cable Router and the DSL or Cable modem are powered OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cables
• Use standard 10/100 CAT5 network cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on
the DSL/Cable Router.
• Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.
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The wired LAN connection, rather than the Wireless
interface, is preferred for first-time router setup.
Once the Wireless configuration is correct, the Wireless
interface can be used for any further configuration.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the DSL/Cable Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. .
4. Attach Antenna
Attach the supplied wireless antenna to the connector provided on the back of the
DSL/Cable Router. Secure the antenna by turning the grooved or ridged ring on the antenna until snug (Do not over tighten).
5. Connect Printer Cable
Use a standard parallel printer cable to connect your printer to the Printer port on the
DSL/Cable Router.
6. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Power on the Printer.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the DSL/Cable Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage
7. Check the LEDs
• The Status LED should flash, then turn On. If it stays On, or flashing, there is a hardware
error.
• For each active LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON
• The WAN LED should be ON.
• The Wireless LED should be ON.
• The Print Act LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides details of the Setup process.
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Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Wireless 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 be required, depending on which features and functions of the
DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable Router's operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use any of the following Internet features:
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• Virtual Servers
• Dynamic DNS
• Remote Management
Use any of the following Advanced Configuration settings:
• Network Clients
• Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP)
• Security and Firewall settings
• Printer Port setup (for Linux/Unix only)
• Routing (RIP and static Routing)
• Firmware Upgrade
Where use of a certain feature requires that
PCs or other LAN devices be configured, this
is also explained in the relevant chapter.
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Chapter 7
Advanced Configuration
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Configuration Program
The DSL/Cable Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser.
program has been tested on the following browsers:
• Netscape V4.08 or later
• Internet Explorer V4 or later
Your Browser must support JavaScript
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the DSL/Cable Router, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Router. The PC and the DSL/Cable
Router must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the Router) or on the same LAN
segment.
• The DSL/Cable Router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the DSL/Cable Router's default IP Address (192.168.254.254) is already used by another
device, the other device must be turned OFF until the DSL/Cable Router is allocated a new
IP Address during configuration.
Connecting to the Wireless DSL/Cable Router
. The configuration
Using UPnP
If your Windows operating system supports UPnP, an icon for the DSL/Cable 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 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 DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable Router:
1. After installing the DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable Router, as in
this example, which uses the DSL/Cable Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.254.254
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If you can't connect
If the Router does not respond, check the following:
• The DSL/Cable 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 192.168.254.254
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your
PC's IP address is not compatible with the DSL/Cable Router's IP Address.
(See next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range
192.168.254.1 to 192.168.254.253 to be compatible with the DSL/Cable
Router's default IP Address of 192.168.254.254. 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 DSL/Cable Router are on the same network
segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
Setup
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the DSL/Cable Router, the Setup Wizard will run automatically.
(The Setup Wizard will also run if the Router's default settings 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 and associated data 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.
• If the connection fails, check your data, the Cable or DSL modem, and all connec-
tions.
• When you exit the Wizard, you will see the Home screen. If you wish to run the Wiz-
ard again at any time, use the "Setup Wizard" button on the main menu.
Cable Modems
Data Details Check
Hostname Some ISPs allocate a "Host-
name".
If so, you must enter this
"Hostname" instead of using
the default value.
Domain name Some ISPs allocate a "Do-
main Name".
If so, you must enter this
"Domain Name" instead of
using the default value.
MAC address Some ISPs record the MAC
(physical) address of your
PC, and will only permit
connections from that
address.
IP Address There are 2 systems used:
•
Dynamic
Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
•
Static
allocates a permanent IP
Address to you.
-Your IP
- Your ISP
Did your ISP allocate a "Hostname" to you?
If so, enter the name provided.
Otherwise, use the default value.
Did your ISP allocate a "Domain
Name" to you?
If so, enter the name provided.
Otherwise, use the default value.
Does your ISP expect a particular
MAC address?
If YES, enter the value (if
known), or use the "Clone MAC
address" button to copy your PCs
address to the DSL/Cable Router.
If NO, use the default MAC
address.
Were you allocated a specified IP
Address?
If YES, select "Fixed IP address"
in the Wizard, and enter the
details provided by your ISP.
If NO, select "Dynamic IP address" in the Wizard.
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DSL Modems
Setup
Connection
Type
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
PPTP Mainly used in Europe.
Details Data Required
when required. The IP
address is allocated automatically.
You connect to the ISP only
when required.
If your ISP currently requires using PPPoE client software
on your PC, this software is no longer required and should
be disabled or uninstalled.
Username and password.
Note that this is the Username and
password for
for E-mail.
• PPTP Server IP Address.
• User name and password.
• Your IP Address
Check if were you allocated
an IP Address by your ISP.
• If so, select "Fixed IP
• Otherwise, select "Dy-
Internet access
address" in the Wizard,
and enter the details provided by your ISP.
namic IP address" in the
Wizard.
, not
Other Modems (e.g. Satellite Broadband)
Data Details Check
IP Address There are 2 systems used:
•
Dynamic
Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
•
Static
allocates a permanent IP
Address to you.
-Your IP
- Your ISP
Were you allocated a specified IP
Address?
If YES, select "Fixed IP address"
in the Wizard, and enter the
details provided by your ISP.
If NO, select "Dynamic IP address" in the Wizard.
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Home Screen
After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in the
future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below.
Figure 4: 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.
• When finished, you should use the "Logout" button, rather than just close your Browser.
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
Setup
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the
below:
Figure 5: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
IP address for the Wireless DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable Router is attached (the same value as
the PCs on that LAN segment).
LAN
screen. An example screen is shown
DHCP Server
Buttons
Save
Cancel
• If Enabled, the DSL/Cable 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 re-configured to
treat the DSL/Cable Router as the Gateway. See the following section for further details.
• The
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Save the data on screen.
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload
the file from the DSL/Cable Router.
Start IP Address
used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients
supported.
and
Finish IP Address
fields set the values
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DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
DHCP
• 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 DSL/Cable Router can act as a
• Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP
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.)
(PC or device) upon request.
client
DHCP server
allocates a valid IP address to a
server
.
client
Using the DSL/Cable Router's DHCP Server
This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the
you can:
• Enable or Disable the DSL/Cable 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.
LAN
screen. On this screen,
.
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 DSL/Cable Router's, the following procedure is required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the DSL/Cable Router. This setting is on the LAN
screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the DSL/Cable 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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Setup
Wireless Screen
The Wireless Access Point settings must match the other Wireless stations. To change the
DSL/Cable Router's default settings for the Wireless Access Point feature, use the Wireless link
on the main menu to reach the
Wireless
screen. An example screen is shown below.
Data - Wireless Screen
Identification
Regulatory
Domain
Station name
SSID
(ESSID)
Options
Channel No.
It is illegal to use this device in any location outside of the regulatory
domain.
This is the same as the "Device Name" for the DSL/Cable Router.
On your PC, some Wireless status screens may display this name as the
name of the Access Point in use.
• If using an ESS (Extended Service Set, with multiple access
points) this ID is called an ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier).
• To communicate, all Wireless stations should use the same
SSID/ESSID.
• Select the Channel you wish to use on your Wireless LAN.
• If you experience interference (shown by lost connections and/or
slow data transfers) you may need to experiment with different
channels to see which is the best.
• If using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use
different Channels to reduce interference.
Figure 6: Wireless Screen
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WEP data
encryption
Access Point
Allow LAN
access by …
Allow Internet
access by …
Buttons
Configure WEP
Select Stations
• WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) status will display "Enabled" or
"Disabled", depending on whether WEP is being used. If used,
data is Encrypted before being transmitted, making communication
more secure.
• Click the "Configure WEP" button to access the WEP sub-screen,
and view or change the WEP settings.
•
All Wireless Stations
- All wireless stations can use the access
point to access your LAN.
•
Selected Wireless stations only
- Only selected wireless stations
can access your LAN. To select the required wireless stations,
click the "Select Stations" button.
•
All Wireless Stations
- All wireless stations can use the access
point to access the Internet.
•
Selected Wireless stations only
- Only selected wireless stations
can use the access point to access the Internet. To select the required wireless stations, click the "Select Stations" button.
Click this button to view the WEP sub-screen. See the following
section for more details.
Click this button to select the required PCs.
Save
Cancel
Save the data on screen.
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered since the
last "Save" operation.
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Setup
WEP Screen
This screen is accessed by clicking the "Configure WEP" button on the Wireless screen. An
example WEP screen is shown below. Note that in IE, the "Key Table" is only displayed when
required.
Figure 7: WEP Screen
Data - WEP Screen
WEP Data Encryption
Authentication
Type
Encryption Off
Select the appropriate value - "Open System" or "Shared Key". Check
your Wireless card's documentation to see what method to use. Some
Wireless cards do not support both methods.
• If OFF (default), data is NOT encrypted before being transmitted.
64 Bit Encryption
• If selected, data is encrypted, using the default key, before being
transmitted. The receiving station must be set to use 64 Bit Encryption, and have the same Key value in the same position in its
key table. Otherwise, it will not be able to decrypt the data.
• Default Key - select the key you wish to be the default. Transmit-
ted data is ALWAYS encrypted using the Default Key; the other
Keys are for decryption only.
• Key Table:
• This table is used when Encrypting and Decrypting data. All
stations, including this Access Point, always transmit data encrypted using their default key. The key number (1, 2, 3, 4) is
also transmitted. The receiving station will use the key number
(1, 2, 3, 4) to determine which key value to use for decryption.
If the key value does not match the transmitting station, decryption will fail.
• The easiest way to ensure there are no problems is to have
every Station, including the Access Point, use the same key table (all entries identical).
128 Bit Encryption
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• If selected, data is encrypted using the key before being transmit-
• Keys - Enter the key values you wish to use. Other stations must
ted. The receiving station must be set to use 128 Bit Encryption,
and have the same Key value. Otherwise, it will not be able to decrypt the data.
have the same key values.
Passphrase
To generate a set of keys from a word or phrase:
1. Select the type of key required (64 Bit or 128 Bit)
2. Enter the word or phrase in the "Passphrase" field.
3. Click the "Generate Keys" button.
4. The screen will refresh with the key values inserted.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the DSL/Cable Router.
Figure 8: Password Screen
Once you have assigned a password to the DSL/Cable 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 9: Password Dialog
• Leave the "User Name" blank.
• Enter the password for the DSL/Cable Router, as set on the Password screen above.
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Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required for each PC on the local
LAN.
4
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Wireless settings
• Internet Access configuration
• Printer configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for:
• Internet access via the DSL/Cable Router
• Sharing the Printer connected to the DSL/Cable Router.
The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable Router settings, and the default Windows
TCP/IP settings, no changes need to be made.
• By default, the DSL/Cable 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 DSL/Cable 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
for details.
Chapter 7 - Routing
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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 10: 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 11: 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 settings.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the DSL/Cable Router.
Using "Specify an IP Address"
• If your PC is already configured, do NOT change the settings on the IP Address tab shown
in Figure 11 above.
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• On the Gateway tab, enter the DSL/Cable Router's IP address in the New Gateway field
and click Add. Your LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to
the DSL/Cable Router.
Figure 12: 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 13: 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 14: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP
2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
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