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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 3
Broadband Router Features ............................................................................................. 2
Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 3
Physical Details .................................................................................................................. 4
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ............................................................................................... 6
Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 6
Procedure ........................................................................................................................... 7
CHAPTER 3 SETUP ................................................................................................................ 8
Overview ............................................................................................................................ 8
Configuration Program .................................................................................................... 9
Setup Wizard ................................................................................................................... 11
LAN Screen ...................................................................................................................... 14
Password Screen .............................................................................................................. 16
CHAPTER 4 PC CONFIGURATION .................................................................................. 16
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 16
Windows Clients .............................................................................................................. 16
Macintosh Clients ............................................................................................................ 32
Linux Clients .................................................................................................................... 32
Other Unix Systems ......................................................................................................... 32
CHAPTER 5 OPERATION AND STATUS ......................................................................... 33
Operation ......................................................................................................................... 33
Status Screen .................................................................................................................... 33
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address ......................................................... 34
Connection Status - PPPoE ............................................................................................ 36
Connection Status - PPTP .............................................................................................. 38
Connection Status - L2TP ............................................................................................... 39
Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond ............................................................................ 40
Connection Details - SingTel RAS ................................................................................. 42
CHAPTER 6 ADVANCED FEATURES .............................................................................. 43
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 43
Access Control ................................................................................................................. 43
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server) .......................................................................... 49
Advanced Internet Screen .............................................................................................. 51
URL Filter ........................................................................................................................ 55
Define Schedule ............................................................................................................... 57
User Groups ..................................................................................................................... 58
Virtual Servers ................................................................................................................. 59
WAN Port Configuration ............................................................................................... 62
CHAPTER 7 ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION ............................................................... 64
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 64
Config File ........................................................................................................................ 66
Logs ................................................................................................................................... 67
Network Diagnostics ....................................................................................................... 69
Options ............................................................................................................................. 70
PC Database ..................................................................................................................... 71
Remote Admin ................................................................................................................. 75
Routing ............................................................................................................................. 76
Security ............................................................................................................................. 80
Upgrade Firmware .......................................................................................................... 82
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APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................ 82
Overview .................................................................................................................
General Problems ...................................................................................................
Internet Access ........................................................................................................
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APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................
Multi-Function Broadband Router ............................................................................... 83
Regulatory Approvals ..................................................................................................... 85
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This Chapter provides an overview of the Broadband Router's features and capabilities.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Broadband Router. The Broadband Router is a multi-function device providing the
following services:
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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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Figure 1: Broadband Router
Broadband Router Features
The Broadband Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisticated functions while being easy to
use.
Internet Access Features
• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet through the Broadband Router, using only a
single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Address Translation).
DSL & Cable Modem Support. The Broadband Router has a 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet port for connecting a DSL or Cable
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Modem. All popular DSL and Cable Modems are supported. SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia) login support is also included.
PPPoE, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet (WAN port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP
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over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well as "Direct Connection" type services.
Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the Broadband Router supports both Dynamic IP
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Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and Fixed IP Address.
Advanced Internet Functions
• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such as interactive Games, Telephony, and
Conferencing applications, which are often difficult to use when behind a Firewall, is included.
Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers are normally blocked by the
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Firewall. The ability to define and allow such applications is pro vided, 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
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easy.
DMZ. One (1) PC on your local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication with Servers or individual
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users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs which are incompatible with Firewalls.
URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.
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Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.
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Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users to different groups, and determine which Internet
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services are available to each group.
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• VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transpa-
rently supported - no configuration is required.
LAN Features
• 4-Port Switching Hub. The Broadband Router incorporates a 4-port 10/100/1000BaseT switching hub, making it easy to
create or extend your LAN.
DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP address to PCs and other devices upon
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request. The Broadband Router can act as a DHCP Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.
Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported, via the Broadband Router's RIP
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(Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static routing table.
Configuration & Management
• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN for configuration.
Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration data from the Broadband Router to your PC, and
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restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file to the Broadband Router.
Remote Management. The Broadband Router can be managed from any PC on your LAN. And, if the Internet connection
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exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Internet.
UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and configuration of the Broadband Router. UPnP
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is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.
Security Features
• Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is provided to prevent unauthorized users from modifying
the configuration data and settings.
NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation) technology is that by allowing all LAN users
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to share a single IP address, the location and even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no
network, only a single device - the Broadband Router.
Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incoming server requests are filtered, thus
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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
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connection requests, using so much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The Broadband
Router incorporates protection against DoS attacks.
Package Contents
The following items should be included:
• The Broadband Router Unit
• Power Adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• CD-ROM containing the on-line manual.
If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.
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Physical Details
Front-mounted LEDs
Power On - Power on.
Off - No power.
Status (Red) On - Error condition.
Off - Normal operation.
Figure 2: Front Panel
LAN
Blinking - This LED blinks during start up.
For each port, there are 3 LEDs
• 10
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corres-
ponding LAN (hub) port.
• 100
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corres-
ponding LAN (hub) port.
• 1000
• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 1000BaseT.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corres-
ponding LAN (hub) port.
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WAN
• 10
• On - Connection to the broadband modem attached to the WAN
(Internet) port is established.
• Off - No connection to the broadband modem on the WAN
(internet) port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN
port.
• 100
• On - Corresponding WAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.
• Off - No connection to the broadband modem on the WAN (in-
ternet) port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN
port.
• 1000
• On - Corresponding WAN (Internet) port is using 1000BaseT.
• Off - No active connection on the corresponding WAN (Internet)
port.
• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN
port.
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Rear Panel
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Figure 3: Rear Panel
Reset Button
WAN port
(10/100/1000BaseT)
10/100/1000BaseT
LAN connections
This button has two (2) functions:
• Reboot. When pressed and released, the Broadband Router
will reboot (restart).
• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL
data and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.
To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:
1. Power Off.
2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.
3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the
RED LED has flashed TWICE.
4. Release the Reset Button. The Broadband Router is now using
the factory default values.
Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with
a cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN
cable.
Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to
these ports.
Note:
Any LAN port on the Broadband Router will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required. Just connect any port to a
normal port on the other hub, using a standard LAN cable.
Power port
Connect the supplied power adapter here.
Chapter 2
Installation
This Chapter covers the physical installation of the Broadband Router.
Requirements
• Network cables. Use standard 10/100/1000BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.
• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable modem (for WAN port usage)
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Figure 4: Installation Diagram
1. Choose an Installation Site
Select a suitable place on the network to install the Broadband Router.
Ensure the Broadband Router and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.
2. Connect LAN Cables
Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the Broadband Router. Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT
connections can be used simultaneously.
If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable. Any LAN port on the Broadband
Router will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required.
3. Connect WAN Cable
Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the Broadband Router. Use the cable supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.
4. Power Up
• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.
• Connect the supplied power adapter to the Broadband Router and power up.
Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage
5. Check the LEDs
• The Power LED should be ON.
• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.
• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the PC is also ON.)
• The WAN LED should be ON.
For more information, refer to Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.
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Chapter 3
Setup
This Chapter provides Setup details of the Broadband Router.
Overview
This chapter describes the setup procedure for:
• Internet Access
• LAN configuration
• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.
PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Configuration.
Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the Broadband Router you wish to use. Use
the table below to locate detailed instructions for the required functions.
To Do this: Refer to:
Configure PCs on your LAN. Chapter 4:
PC Configuration
Check Broadband Router operation and Status. Chapter 5:
Operation and Status
Use any of the following Advanced features:
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Internet
• Virtual Servers
• WAN Port
Use any of the following Administration Configuration
settings or features:
• Config File
• Logs
• Network Diag
• Options
• PC Database
• Remote A dmin
• Routing
• Security
• Upgrade Firmware
Chapter 6:
Advanced Features
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
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Configuration Program
The Broadband Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your
Browser must support JavaScript.
The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:
• Netscape V4.08 or later
• Internet Explorer V4 or later
Preparation
Before attempting to configure the Broadband Router, please ensure that:
• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the Broadband Router. The PC and the Broadband Router must be directly con-
nected (using the Hub ports on the Broadband Router) or on the same LAN segment.
• The Broadband Router must be installed and powered ON.
• If the Broadband Router's default IP Address (192.168.0.1) is already used by another device, the other device must be turned
OFF until the Broadband Router is allocated a new IP Address during con figuration.
Using UPnP
If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the Broadband Router will appear in the system tray, notifying you that a new
network device has been found, and offering to create a new desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.
• Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the Broadband Router, you can accept the desktop shortcut.
• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices in My Network Places (previously called
Network Neighborhood).
• Double - click the icon for the Broadband Router (either on the Desktop, or in My Network Places) to start the configuration.
Refer to the following section Setup Wizard for details of the initial configuration process.
Using your Web Browser
To establish a connection from your PC to the Broadband Router:
1. After installing the Broadband Router in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already running, restart it.
2. Start your WEB browser.
3. In the Address box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the Broadband Router, as in this example, which uses the Broadband
Router's default IP Address:
HTTP://192.168.0.1
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If you can't connect
If the Broadband Router does not respond, check the following:
• The Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is
powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:
• Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.
• Enter the command:
ping 192.168.0.1
If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your
PC's IP address is not compatible with the Broadband Router's IP Address.
(See next item.)
• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range
192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 to be compatible with the Broadband Router's
default IP Address of 192.168.0.1. Also, the Network Mask must be set to
255.255.255.0. See Chapter 4 - PC Configuration for details on checking your
PC's TCP/IP settings.
• Ensure that your PC and the Broadband Router are on the same network
segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
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Setup Wizard
The first time you connect to the Broadband Router, the Setup W izard will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will also run if the
Broadband Router's default setting are restored.)
1. Step through the Wizard until finished.
• You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check the data supplied by your ISP.
• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.
2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be established.
3. If the connection test fails:
• Check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.
• Check that you have entered all data correctly.
• If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) address of your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the
Cable Modem screen, use the "Clone MAC address" button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the Broadband Router.
Common Connection Types
Cable Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
DSL Modems
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
PPPoE You connect to the ISP only
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you
connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent IP Address to you.
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automatically.
Usually, none.
However, some ISP's may
require you to use a particular
Hostname, Domain name, or
MAC (physical) address.
IP Address allocated to you.
Some ISP's may also require
you to use a particular Hostname, Domain name, or MA C
(physical) address.
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
User name and password.
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PPTP PPTP is mainly used in
Europe.
You connect to the ISP only
when required. The IP address
is usually allocated automatically, but may be Static
(Fixed).
Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)
Type Details ISP Data required
Dynamic
IP Address
Static (Fixed)
IP Address
Your IP Address is allocated
automatically, when you connect to you ISP.
Your ISP allocates a permanent
IP Address to you.
Big Pond (Australia)
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• Big Pond Server IP address
• Server Address.
• User name and password.
• IP Address allocated to
you, if Static (Fixed).
None.
IP Address allocated to you.
SingTel RAS
For this connection method, the following data is required:
• User Name
• Password
• RAS Plan
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Home Screen
After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you
connect. An example screen is shown below.
Setup
Figure 5: Home Screen
Navigation & Data Input
• Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the "Back" button on your Browser, for navigation.
• Changing to another screen without clicking "Save" does NOT save any changes you may have made. You must "Save" before
changing screens or your data will be ignored.
On each screen, clicking the "Help" button will
display help for that screen.
From any help screen, you can access the list of all
help files (help index).
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LAN Screen
Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen An example screen is shown below.
Figure 6: LAN Screen
Data - LAN Screen
TCP/IP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
DHCP Server
Buttons
Save
IP address for the Broadband Router, as seen from the local LAN. Use
the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is
using a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP
Address from within the range used by your LAN.
The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C")
networks. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN
segment to which the Broadband Router is attached (the same value as
the PCs on that LAN segment).
• If Enabled, the Broadband Router will allocate IP Addresses to
PCs (DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start up. The default
(and recommended) value is Enabled.
• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be
Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to
treat the Broadband Router as the default Gateway. See the following section for further details.
• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values
used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP
clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients
supported.
See the following section for further details on using DHCP.
Save the data on screen.
Cancel
The "Cancel" button will discard any data you have entered and reload
the file from the Broadband Router.
DHCP
What DHCP Does
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request.
• The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).
• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as allocating an IP Address.
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• The Broadband Router can act as a DHCP server.
• Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP client. This is the default Windows setting
for the TCP/IP network protocol. However, Windows uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of "DHCP
Client".
• You must NOT have two (2) or more DHCP Servers on the same LAN segment. (If your LAN does not have other Routers, this
means there must only be one (1) DHCP Server on your LAN.)
Using the Broadband Router's DHCP Server
This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On this screen, you can:
• Enable or Disable the Broadband Router's DHCP Server function.
• Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function.
You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices
while using DHCP, provided that the Fixed IP Addresses
are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.
Using another DHCP Server
You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another DHCP Server, rather than the Broadband
Router's, the following procedure is required.
1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the Broadband Router. This setting is on the LAN screen.
2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the Broadband Router's IP Address as the Default Gateway.
To Configure your PCs to use DHCP
This is the default setting for TCP/IP under Windows 95/98/ME.
See Chapter 4 - Client Configuration for the procedure to check these settings.
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Password Screen
The password screen allows you to assign a password to the Broadband Router.
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Figure 7: Password Screen
Once you have assigned a password to the Broadband Router (on the Password screen above) you will be prompted for the password
when you connect, as shown below. (If no password has been set, this dialog will not appear.)
Figure 8: Password Dialog
• Leave the "User Name" blank.
• Enter the password for the Broadband Router, as set on the Password screen above.
Chapter 4
PC Configuration
This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN.
Overview
For each PC, the following may need to be configured:
• TCP/IP network settings
• Internet Access configuration
Windows Clients
This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Broadband Router.
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The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings.
The Broadband Router uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential that the TCP/IP protocol be installed and
configured on each PC.
TCP/IP Settings - Overview
If using the default Broadband Router settings, and the default Windows TCP/IP settings, no changes
need to be made.
• By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server, automatically providing a suitable IP Address (and related in forma-
tion) to each PC when the PC boots.
• For all non-Server versions of Windows, the default TCP/IP setting is to act as a DHCP client.
If using a Fixed (specified) IP address, the following changes are required:
• The Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Broadband Router
• The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP.
If your LAN has a Router, the LAN Administrator must reconfigure the Router itself. Refer to Chapter 8 - Ad-
vanced Setup for details.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 9x/ME:
1. Select Control Panel - Network. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 9: Network Configuration
2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
3. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
Figure 10: IP Address (Win 95)
Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as follows:
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Using "Specify an IP Address"
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes:
• On the Gateway tab, enter the Broadband Router's IP address in the New Gateway field and click Add, as shown below. Your
LAN administrator can advise you of the IP Address they assigned to the Broadband Router.
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Figure 11: Gateway Tab (Win 95/98)
• On the DNS Configuration tab, ensure Enable DNS is selected. If the DNS Server Search Order list is empty, enter the DNS
address provided by your ISP in the fields beside the Add button, then click Add.
Figure 12: DNS Tab (Win 95/98)
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows NT4.0
1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below.
Figure 13: Windows NT4.0 - TCP/IP
2. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.
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Figure 14: Windows NT4.0 - IP Address
3. Select the network card for your LAN.
4. Select the appropriate radio button - Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server or Specify an IP Address, as explained below.
Obtain an IP address from a DHCP Server
This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Specify an IP Address
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
1. The Default Gateway must be set to the IP address of the Broadband Router. To set this:
• Click the Advanced button on the screen above.
• On the following screen, click the Add button in the Gateways panel, and enter the Broadband Router's IP address, as shown
in Figure 15 below.
• If necessary, use the Up button to make the Broadband Router the first entry in the Gateways list.
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Figure 15 - Windows NT4.0 - Add Gateway
2. The DNS should be set to the address provided by your ISP, as follows:
• Click the DNS tab.
• On the DNS screen, shown below, click the Add button (under DNS Service Search Order), and enter the DNS provided by
your ISP.
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Figure 16: Windows NT4.0 - DNS
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows 2000:
1. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection.
2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 17: Network Configuration (Win 2000)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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Figure 18: TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct, as described below.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
• Enter the Broadband Router's IP address in the Default gateway field and click OK. (Your LAN administrator can advise you of
the IP Address they assigned to the Broadband Router.)
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the DNS address or addresses
provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows XP
1. Select Control Panel - Network Connection.
2. Right click the Local Area Connection and choose Properties. You should see a screen like the following:
Figure 19: Network Configuration (Windows XP)
3. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network card.
4. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.
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Figure 20: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP)
5. Ensure your TCP/IP settings are correct.
Using DHCP
To use DHCP, select the radio button Obtain an IP Address automatically. This is the default Windows setting. Using this is recommended. By default, the Broadband Router will act as a DHCP Server.
Restart your PC to ensure it obtains an IP Address from the Broadband Router.
Using a fixed IP Address ("Use the following IP Address")
If your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following changes.
• In the Default gateway field, enter the Broadband Router's IP address and click OK. Your LAN administrator can advise you of
the IP Address they assigned to the Broadband Router.
• If the DNS Server fields are empty, select Use the following DNS server addresses, and enter the DNS address or addresses
provided by your ISP, then click OK.
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Checking TCP/IP Settings - Windows Vista
1. From the Start menu, right-click Network, then click Properties. Now, the Network and Sharing Center displays.
2. Under Tasks located on the left-hand side of the window, click Manage network connections.
3. In Network Connections window displays, right click on the correct Local Area Connection, then click Properties.
4. Pop-up window displays that states Windows needs your permission to continue. Click Continue to open the Local Area Connec-
tion Properties window
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties. From the General tab, verify that Obtain an IP address
automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically are selected. Click the OK button.
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Internet Access
To configure your PCs to use the Broadband Router for Internet access:
• Ensure that the DSL modem, Cable modem, or other permanent connection is functional.
• Use the following procedure to configure your Browser to access the Internet via the LAN, rather than by a Dial-up connection.
For Windows 9x/ME/2000
1. Select Start Menu - Settings - Control Panel - Internet Options.
2. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
3. Select "I want to set up my Internet connection manually, or I want to connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click
Next.
4. Select "I connect through a local area network (LAN)" and click Next.
5. Ensure all of the boxes on the following Local area network Internet Configuration screen are unchecked.
6. Check the "No" option when prompted "Do you want to set up an Internet mail account now?".
7. Click Finish to close the Internet Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
For Windows XP
1. Select Start Menu - Control Panel - Network and Internet Connections.
2. Select Set up or change your Internet Connection.
3. Select the Connection tab, and click the Setup button.
4. Cancel the pop-up "Location Information" screen.
5. Click Next on the "New Connection Wizard" screen.
6. Select "Connect to the Internet" and click Next.
7. Select "Set up my connection manually" and click Next.
8. Check "Connect using a broadband connection that is always on" and click Next.
9. Click Finish to close the New Connection Wizard.
Setup is now completed.
For Windows Vista
1. Select Start Menu - Control Panel - Network and Internet Connections
2. Select the Network and Sharing Center icon.
3. Select Set up a Connection or Network
4. A new window will pop up, choose the Connection option.
5. Select Connect to the Internet
6. Select the Connection from the list and click on next.
Accessing AOL
To access AOL (America On Line) through the Broadband Router, the AOL for Windows software must be configured to use TCP/IP
network access, rather than a dial-up connection. The configuration process is as follows:
• Start the AOL for Windows communication software. Ensure that it is Version 2.5, 3.0 or later. This procedure will not wo rk with
earlier versions.
• Click the Setup button.
• Select Create Location, and change the location name from "New Locality" to "Broadband Rou ter".
• Click Edit Location. Select TCP/IP for the Network field. (Leave the Phone Number blank.)
• Click Save, then OK.
Configuration is now complete.
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• Before clicking "Sign On", always ensure that you are using the "Broadband Router" location.
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Macintosh Clients
From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Broadband Router. The procedure is as follows.
1. Open the TCP/IP Control Panel.
2. Select Ethernet from the Connect via pop-up menu.
3. Select Using DHCP Server from the Configure pop-up menu. The DHCP Client ID field can be left blank.
4. Close the TCP/IP panel, saving your settings.
Note:
If using manually assigned IP addresses instead of DHCP, the required changes are:
• Set the Router Address field to the Broadband Router's IP Address.
• Ensure your DNS settings are correct.
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Linux Clients
To access the Internet via the Broadband Router, it is only necessary to set the Broadband Router as the "Gateway".
Ensure you are logged in as "root" before attempting any changes.
Fixed IP Address
By default, most Unix installations use a fixed IP Address. If you wish to continue using a fixed IP Address, make the following
changes to your configuration.
• Set your "Default Gateway" to the IP Address of the Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name server) settings are correct.
To act as a DHCP Client (recommended)
The procedure below may vary according to your version of Linux and X -windows shell.
1. Start your X Windows client.
2. Select Control Panel - Network
3. Select the "Interface" entry for your Network card. Normally, this will be called "eth0".
4. Click the Edit button, set the "protocol" to "DHCP", and save this data.
5. To apply your changes
• Use the "Deactivate" and "Activate" buttons, if available.
• OR, restart your system.
Other Unix Systems
To access the Internet via the Broadband Router:
• Ensure the "Gateway" field for your network card is set to the IP Address of the Broadband Router.
• Ensure your DNS (Name Server) settings are correct.
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Chapter 5
Operation and Status
This Chapter details the operation of the Broadband Router and the status screens.
Operation
Once both the Broadband Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic.
However, there are some situations where additional Internet configuration may be required:
• If using Internet-based Communication Applications, it may be necessary to specify which PC receives an incoming connection.
Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Features for further details.
• Applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers may be blocked by the Broadband Router's built-in firewall.
You can define such applications as Special Applications to allow them to function normally. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced
Features for further details.
• Some non-standard applications may require use of the DMZ feature. Refer to Chapter 6 - Advanced Features for further details.
Status Screen
Use the Status link on the main menu to view this screen.
Figure 21: Status Screen
Data - Status Screen
Internet
Connection Method
Broadband Modem
Internet Connection
This indicates the current connection method, as set in the Setup
Wizard.
This shows the connection status of the modem.
Current connection status:
• Active
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• Idle
• Unknown
• Failed
If there is an error, you can click the "Connection Details" button
to find out more information.
Internet IP Address
WAN MTU
"Connection Details"
Button
LAN
IP Address
Network Mask
DHCP Server
System
Device Name
Firmware Version
Buttons
This IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider).
Displays the current value of MTU.
Click this button to open a sub-window and view a detailed
description of the current connection. Depending on the type of
connection, a "log" may also be available.
The IP Address of the Broadband Router.
The Network Mask (Subnet Mask) for the IP Address above.
This shows the status of the DHCP Server function - either
"Enabled" or "Disabled".
For additional information about the PCs on your LAN, and the
IP addresses allocated to them, use the PC Database option on
the Advanced menu.
This displays the current name of the Broadband Router.
The current version of the firmware installed in the Broadband
Router.
Connection Details
System Data
Restart
Refresh Screen
View the details of the current Internet connection. The subscreen displayed will depend on the connection method used. See
the following sections for details of each sub-screen.
Display all system information in a sub-window.
Clicking this button will restart (reboot) the Broadband Router.
All existing connections though the Broadband Router will be
terminated, but will usually re-connect automatically.
Update the data displayed on screen.
Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address
If your access method is "Direct" (no login), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details"
button is clicked.
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Figure 22: Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP Address
Data - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen
Internet
Operation and Status
Physical Address
IP Address
Network Mask
Default Gateway
DNS IP Address
DHCP Client
Buttons
Release/Renew
Button will display
EITHER
"Release"
OR
"Renew"
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address
is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
The IP Address of the remote Gateway or Router associated with the
IP Address above.
The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which is currently used.
This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled", depending on whether or
not this device is functioning as a DHCP client.
If "Enabled" the "Remaining lease time" field indicates when the IP
Address allocated by the DHCP Server will expire. The lease is
automatically renewed on expiry; use the "Renew" button if you wish
to manually renew the lease immediately.
This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated
automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). If you have a
Fixed (Static) IP address, this button has no effect.
• If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for
the Broadband Router, this button will say "Renew". Clicking
the "Renew" button will attempt to re-establish the connection
and obtain an IP Address from the ISP's DHCP Server.
• If an IP Address has been allocated to the Broadband Router (by
the ISP's DHCP Server), this button will say "Release". Clicking
the "Release" button will break the connection and release the IP
Address.
Refresh
Update the data shown on screen.
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Connection Status - PPPoE
If using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is
clicked.
Figure 23: PPPoE Status Screen
Data - PPPoE Screen
Connection
Physical Address
IP Address
Network Mask
PPPoE Link Status
Connection Log
Connection Log
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices
on the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This
address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
This indicates whether or not the connection is currently estab-
lished.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button
can be used to break the connection.
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
existing connection.
• The most common messages are listed in the table below.
• The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Re-
fresh button will update the messages shown on screen.
Buttons
Connect
Disconnect
Clear Log
Refresh
If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to
read new messages.
Update the data on screen.
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Connection Log Messages
Message Description
Connect on Demand Connection attempt has been triggered by the "Connect
automatically, as required" setting.
Manual connection Connection attempt started by the "Connect" button.
Reset physical connection Preparing line for connection attempt.
Operation and Status
Connecting to remote
Attempting to connect to the ISP's server.
server
Remote Server located ISP's Server has responded to connection attempt.
Start PPP Attempting to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP
connection.
PPP up successfully Able to login to ISP's Server and establish a PPP connection.
Idle time-out reached The connection has been idle for the time period specified in
the "Idle Time-out" field. The connection will now be termi-
nated.
Disconnecting The current connection is being terminated, due to either the
"Idle Time-out" above, or "Disconnect" button being clicked.
Error: Remote Server not
found
Error: PPP Connection
failed
ISP's Server did not respond. This could be a Server problem,
or a problem with the link to the Server.
Unable to establish a PPP connection with the ISP's Server.
This could be a login problem (name or password) or a Server
problem.
Error: Connection to
Server lost
Error: Invalid or unknown
packet type
The existing connection has been lost. This could be caused
by a power failure, a link failure, or Server failure.
The data received from the ISP's Server could not be
processed. This could be caused by data corruption (from a
bad link), or the Server using a protocol which is not sup-
ported by this device.
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Connection Status - PPTP
If using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 24: PPTP Status Screen
Data - PPTP Screen
Connection
Physical Address
IP Address
PPTP Status
Connection Log
Connection Log
Buttons
Connect
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address
is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be
used to break the connection.
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
existing connection.
• The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh
button will update the messages shown on screen.
If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
Disconnect
Clear Log
Refresh
If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read
new messages.
Update the data on screen.
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Connection Status - L2TP
If using L2TP, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button is clicked.
Figure 25: L2TP Status Screen
Data - L2TP Screen
Connection
Physical Address
IP Address
Connection Status
Connection Log
Connection Log
Buttons
Connect
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address
is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
used to establish a connection.
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can be
used to break the connection.
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
existing connection.
• The "Clear Log" button will restart the Log, while the Refresh
button will update the messages shown on screen.
If not connected, establish a connection to your ISP.
Disconnect
Clear Log
Refresh
If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection.
Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read
new messages.
Update the data on screen.
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Connection Status - Telstra Big Pond
An example screen is shown below.
Figure 26: Telstra Big Pond Status Screen
Data - Big Pond Screen
Connection
Physical Address
IP Address
Connection Status
Connection Log
Connection Log
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices.
(This is different to the hardware address seen by devices on the
local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This
address is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
This indicates whether or not the connection is currently established.
• If the connection does not exist, the "Connect" button can be
• If the connection currently exists, the "Disconnect" button can
• Normally, it is not necessary to use the Connect and Discon-
• The Connection Log shows status messages relating to the
• The Clear Log button will restart the Log, while the Refresh
used to establish a connection.
be used to break the connection.
nect buttons unless the setting "Connect automatically, as
required" is disabled.
existing connection.
button will update the messages shown on screen.
Buttons
Connect
Disconnect
Clear Log
If not connected, establish a connection to Telstra Big Pond.
If connected to Telstra Big Pond, terminate the connection.
Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read
new messages.
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Refresh
Update the data on screen.
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Connection Details - SingTel RAS
If using the SingTel RAS access method, a screen like the following example will be displayed when the "Connection Details" button
is clicked.
Figure 27: Connection Details - RAS
Data - RAS Screen
Internet
RAS Plan
Physical Address
IP Address
Network Mask
Default Gateway
DNS IP Address
DHCP Client
Buttons
The RAS Plan which is currently used.
The hardware address of this device, as seen by remote devices on
the Internet. (This is different to the hardware address seen by
devices on the local LAN.)
The IP Address of this device, as seen by Internet users. This address
is allocated by your ISP (Internet Service Provider).
The Network Mask associated with the IP Address above.
The IP Address of the remote Gateway or Router associated with the
IP Address above.
The IP Address of the Domain Name Server which is currently used.
This will show "Enabled" or "Disabled", depending on whether or
not this device is functioning as a DHCP client.
If "Enabled" the "Remaining lease time" field indicates when the IP
Address allocated by the DHCP Server will expire. The lease is
automatically renewed on expiry; use the "Renew" button if you wish
to manually renew the lease immediately.
Release/Renew
Button will display
EITHER
"Release"
OR
"Renew"
This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allocated
automatically on connection. (Dynamic IP address). If you have a
Fixed (Static) IP address, this button has no effect.
• If the ISP's DHCP Server has NOT allocated an IP Address for
the Broadband Router, this button will say "Renew". Clicking
the "Renew" button will attempt to re-establish the connection
and obtain an IP Address from the ISP's DHCP Server.
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• If an IP Address has been allocated to the Broadband Router (by
the ISP's DHCP Server), this button will say "Release". Clicking
the "Release" button will break the connection and release the IP
Address.
Refresh
Update the data shown on screen.
Chapter 6
Advanced Features
This Chapter explains when and how to use the Broadband Router's "Advanced" Features.
Overview
The following advanced features are provided.
• Access Control
• Dynamic DNS
• Advanced Internet
• Communication Applications
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• Multi-DMZ
• URL Filter
• Schedule
• User Groups
• Virtual Servers
• WAN Port
Operation
and Status
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Access Control
This feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu.
Overview
The Access Control feature allows administrators to restrict the level of Internet Access available to PCs on your LAN. With the
default settings, everyone has unrestricted Internet access.
To use this feature:
1. Set the desired restrictions on the "Default" group. All PCs are in the "Default" group unless explicitly moved to another group.
2. Set the desired restrictions on the other groups ("Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4") as needed.
3. Assign PC to the groups as required.
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Restrictions are imposed by blocking "Services", or types of
connections. All common Services are pre-defined.
If required, you can also define your own Services.
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Access Control Screen
To view this screen, select the Access Control link on the Advanced menu.
Figure 28: Access Control Screen
Advanced Features
Data - Access Control Screen
Group
Group
Internet Access
Restrictions
Block by Schedule
Services
Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the
settings for the selected Group. Groups are named "Default",
"Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed.
Select the desired options for the current group:
• None - Nothing is blocked. Use this to create the least restric-
tive group.
• Block all Internet access - All traffic via the WAN port is
blocked. Use this to create the most restrictive group.
• Block selected Services - You can select which Services are to
block. Use this to gain fine control over the Internet access for
a group.
If Internet access is being blocked, you can choose to apply the
blocking only during scheduled times. (If access is not blocked, no
Scheduling is possible, and this setting has no effect.)
You can define or modify the Schedule using the Schedule option
on the Advanced menu.
This lists all defined Services. Select the Services you wish to
block. To select multiple services, hold the CTRL key while
selecting. (On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key rather than
CTRL.)
Edit Service List
Button
If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service
list, click this button to open the "Services" screen.
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Buttons
Edit Service List
Save
Cancel
View Log
Clear Log
Refresh
If you wish to define additional Services, or manage the Service
list, click this button to open the "Services" screen.
Save the data on screen.
Reverse any changes made since the last "Save".
Click this to open a sub-window where you can view the "Access
Control" log. This log shows attempted Internet accesses which
have been blocked by the Access Control feature.
Click this to clear and restart the "Access Control" log, making new
entries easier to read.
Update the data on screen.
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Services Screen
This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked.
Figure 29: Access Control - Services
Advanced Features
Data - Services Screen
Available Services
Available Services
"Delete" button
Add New Service
Name
Type
Start Port
Finish Port
ICMP Type
Buttons
Delete
This lists all the available services.
Use this to delete any Service you have added. Pre-defined Services
can not be deleted.
Enter a descriptive name to identify this service.
Select the protocol (TCP, UDP, ICMP) used to the remote system or
service.
For TCP and UDP Services, enter the beginning of the range of port
numbers used by the service. If the service uses a single port number,
enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
For TCP and UDP Services, enter the end of the range of port numbers used by the service. If the service uses a single port number,
enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
For ICMP Services, enter the type number of the required service.
Delete the selected service from the list.
Save
Cancel
Add a new entry to the Service list, using the data shown in the "Add
New Service" area on screen.
Clear the " Add New Service " area, ready for entering data for a new
Service.
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Access Control Log
To check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is provided. Click the View Log button on the Access
Control screen to view this log.
This log shows attempted Internet accesses which have been blocked by the Access Control function.
Data shown in this log is as follows:
Date/Time
Date and Time of the attempted access.
Name
Source IP address
MAC address
Destination
If known, the name of the PC whose access was blocked.
The IP Address of the PC or device whose access request was
blocked
The hardware or physical address of the PC or device whose access
request was blocked
The destination URL or IP address
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Advanced Features
Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)
This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet users to connect to your Virtual
Servers using a URL, rather than an IP Address.
This also solves the problem of having a dynamic IP address. With a dynamic IP address, your IP address may change whenever you
connect, which makes it difficult to connect to you.
The Service works as follows:
1. You must register for the service at one of the listed DDNS Service Providers.
2. After registration, follow the service provider's procedure to request a Domain Name and have it allocated to you.
3. Enter your DDNS data on the Broadband Router's DDNS screen.
4. The Broadband Router will then automatically ensure that your current IP Address is recorded at the DDNS server.
If the DDNS Service provides software to perform this "IP address update"; you should disable the "Update" function, or not use
the software at all.
5. From the Internet, users will be able to connect to your Virtual Servers (or DMZ PC) using your Domain Name.
Dynamic DNS Screen
Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following:
Data - Dynamic DNS Screen
DDNS Service
DDNS Service
Web Site
Button
DDNS Status
Select the desired DDNS Service provider.
Click this button to open a new window and connect to the Web site
for the selected DDNS service provider.
• This message is returned by the DDNS Server.
• Normally, this message should be something like "Update
successful" (current IP address was updated on the DDNS server).
• If the message is "No host", this indicates the host name entered
was not allocated to you. If you see this, or some other error
message, you need to contact the DDNS Service and correct the
problem.
Figure 30: DDNS Screen
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DDNS Data
User Name
Password/Key
Domain Name
Enter your Username for the DDNS Service.
Enter your current password for the DDNS Service.
Enter the domain name allocated to you by the DDNS Service. If you
have more than one name, enter the name you wish to use.
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Advanced Internet Screen
This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access.
• Communication Applications
• Special Applications
• DMZ
• Multi-DMZ
An example screen is shown below.
Advanced Features
Figure 31: Internet Screen
Communication Applications
Most applications are supported transparently by the Broadband Router. But sometimes it is not clear which PC should receive an
incoming connection. This problem could arise with the Communication Applications listed on this screen.
If this problem arises, you can use this screen to set which PC should receive an incoming connection, as described below.
Communication Applications
Select an Application
Send incoming calls to
This lists applications which may generate incoming connections,
where the destination PC (on your local LAN) is unknown.
This lists the PCs on your LAN.
• If necessary, you can add PCs manually, using the "PC
Database" option on the advanced menu.
• For each application listed above, you can choose a destina-
tion PC.
• There is no need to "Save" after each change; you can set the
destination PC for each application, then click "Save".
Special Applications
If you use Internet applications which use non-standard connections or port numbers, you may find that they do not function correctly
because they are blocked by the Broadband Router's firewall. In this case, you can define the application as a "Special Application".
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Special Applications Screen
This screen can be reached by clicking the Special Applications button on the Internet screen.
You can then define your Special Applications. You will need detailed information about the application; this is normally available
from the supplier of the application.
Also, note that the terms "Incoming" and "Outgoing" on this screen refer to traffic from the client (PC) viewpoint
Figure 32: Special Applications Screen
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Data - Special Applications Screen
Advanced Features
Checkbox
Name
Incoming
Ports
Outgoing
Ports
Use this to Enable or Disable this Special Application as required.
Enter a descriptive name to identify this Special Application.
• Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you receive data
from the special application or service. (Note: Some applications use
different protocols for outgoing and incoming data).
• Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the
application server, for data you receive. If the application uses a single
port number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
• Finish - Enter the end of the range of port numbers used by the applica-
tion server, for data you receive.
• Type - Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used when you send data to
the remote system or service.
• Start - Enter the beginning of the range of port numbers used by the
application server, for data you send to it. If the application uses a single port number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
• Finish - Enter the end of the range of port numbers used by the applica-
tion server, for data you send to it. If the application uses a single port
number, enter it in both the "Start" and "Finish" fields.
Using a Special Application
• Configure the Special Applications screen as required.
• On your PC, use the application normally. Remember that only one (1) PC can use each Special application at any time. Also,
when 1 PC is finished using a particular Special Application, there may need to be a "Time-out" before another PC can use the
same Special Application. The "Time-out" period may be up to 3 minutes.
If an application still cannot function correctly,
try using the "DMZ" feature.
DMZ
• The "DMZ" PC will receive all "Unknown" connections and data. This feature is normally used with applications which do not
usually work when behind a Firewall.
• The DMZ PC is effectively outside the Firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only enable the
DMZ feature when required.
• If Enabled, you must select the PC to be used as the "DMZ" PC.
Select the desired option
• Disabled - DMZ is disabled.
• Enabled- The selected PC will receive any "unknown" connections and data, as described above.
Multi-DMZ
This feature is only available if your ISP has allocated you multiple Internet IP addresses.
If you have multiple Internet IP addresses, you can assign one DMZ PC for each Internet IP address.
• The "DMZ PC" will receive all "Unknown" connections and data received for the Internet IP address associated with it.
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• All outgoing traffic from the DMZ PC will be assigned the WAN IP address associated with it, rather th an the shared IP address
on the WAN port. Note that ONLY the DMZ PC will use the WAN (Internet) IP address you enter on this screen.
To use this feature:
• Enter an IP address allocated to you by your ISP into the WAN IP address field.
• Select the PC to be the DMZ PC for traffic sent to this IP address.
• Enable this DMZ.
The "DMZ PC" is effectively outside the Firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you
should only enable the DMZ feature when required.
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Advanced Features
URL Filter
The URL Filter allows you to block access to undesirable Web site
• To use this feature, you must define "filter strings". If the "filter string" appears in a requested URL, the request is blo cked.
• Enabling the URL Filter also affects the Internet Access Log. If Enabled, the "Destination" field in the log will display the URL.
Otherwise, it will display the IP Address.
URL Filter Screen
Click the "URL Filter" on the Advanced screen to access the URL Filter screen. An example screen is shown below.
Data - URL Filter Screen
Settings
Enable
Schedule
Apply Filter to
Filter Strings
Filter Strings
Delete
Delete All
This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this
list will be empty.
If you always want filtering to be active, select "Always".
Otherwise, select the schedule to use. You can define the schedule
using the Schedule menu option, on the Advanced menu.
Select the groups you wish the filter to apply to. Group membership
can be set on the "User Groups" screen, on the "Administration" menu.
This lists any existing entries. If you have not entered any values, this
list will be empty.
Use this to delete the selected entry or entries, as required. Multiple
entries can be selected by holding down the CTRL key while selecting.
(On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key while selecting.)
Use this button to delete all entries, if required.
Figure 33: URL Filter Screen
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Add Filter
Filter String
Add
Button
Add Filter
Delete/Delete All
Add
To add an entry to the list, enter it here, and click the "Add" bu tton.
An entry may be a Domain name (e.g. www.trash.com) or simply a
string (e.g. ads/ )
Any URL which contains ANY entry ANYWHERE in the URL will
be blocked.
Use this to add the entry in the "Filter String" above to the list.
Use these buttons to delete the selected entry or all entries, as required.
Multiple entries can be selected by holding down the CTRL key while
selecting.(On the Macintosh, hold the SHIFT key while selecting.)
Use this to add the current Filter String to the site list.
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Define Schedule
The schedule can be used for the Access Control and URL Filter features.
• Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined.
• Times must be entered using a 24 hr clock.
• If the time for a particular day is blank, no action will be performed.
Advanced Features
Data – Define Schedule Screen
Day
Session 1
Session 2
Start Time
Finish Time
Each day of the week can scheduled independently.
Two (2) separate sessions or periods can be defined. Session 2 can be
left blank if not required.
Enter the start using a 24 hr clock.
Enter the finish time using a 24 hr clock.
Figure 34: Define Schedule Screen
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User Groups
User Groups are used by the Access Control and the URL Filter features.
• Groups are pre-named "Default", "Group 1", "Group 2", "Group 3" and "Group 4", and cannot be renamed.
• All PCs are in the "Default" group, unless moved to another group.
• A PC can be a member of 1 group only.
• PCs must be in the "PC Database". If required, you can manually add PCs to the PC Database, using the PC Database option on
the Administration menu.
Figure 35: User Groups Screen
Data – User Groups Screen
Group List
Group Members
Other PCs
Del >>
<< Add
Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the PCs for
the selected Group.
This lists all PCs, which are currently members of the selected group.
This lists all other PCs – those, which are not currently members of the
selected group.
Use this button to remove members from the current Group.
Select the members you wish to delete from this group, and click this
button. (Members can not be deleted from the "Default" group.)
Use this button to add members to the current Group.
In the "Other PCs" list, select the members you wish to add to this
group, and click this button. The PCs will be moved from their existing
group to the current group.
PCs not assigned to any group will be in the "Default" group.
PCs deleted from any other Group will be added to the "Default" group.
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Virtual Servers
This feature, sometimes called Port Forwarding, allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users. Normally,
Internet users would not be able to access a server on your LAN because:
• Your Server does not have a valid external IP Address.
• Attempts to connect to devices on your LAN are blocked by the firewall in this device.
The "Virtual Server" feature solves these problems and allows Internet users to connect to your servers, as illustrated below.
Figure 36: Virtual Servers
IP Address seen by Internet Users
Note that, in this illustration, both Internet users are connecting to the same IP Address, but using different protocols.
To Internet users, all virtual Servers on your LAN have the same IP Address. This IP Address is allocated by your
ISP.
This address should be static, rather than dynamic, to make it easier for Internet users to connect to your Servers.
However, you can use the DDNS (Dynamic DNS) feature to allow users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, instead of an
IP Address.
Virtual Servers Screen
The Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Virtual Servers link on the Advanced screen. An example screen is shown below.
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Figure 37: Virtual Servers Screen
This screen lists a number of pre-defined Servers, and allows you to define your own Servers. Details of the selected Server are shown
in the "Properties" area.
Data - Virtual Servers Screen
Servers
Servers
Properties
Enable
PC (Server)
Protocol
Internal Ports
External Ports
Buttons
This lists a number of pre-defined Servers, plus any Servers you
have defined. Details of the selected Server are shown in the
"Properties" area.
Use this to Enable or Disable support for this Server, as required.
• If Enabled, any incoming connections will be forwarded to the
selected PC.
• If Disabled, any incoming connection attempts will be blocked.
Select the PC for this Server. The PC must be running the appro-
priate Server software.
Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) used by the Server.
Enter the range of port numbers which the Server software is
configured to use. If only 1 port number is required, enter it in both
the start and finish fields.
The port numbers used by Internet users when connecting to the
Server. These are normally the same as the Internal Port Numbers.
If it is different, this device will perform a "mapping" or "translation" function, allowing the server to use one port address, while
clients use a different port address.
Defaults
Disable All
Update Selected
Server
This will delete any Servers you have defined, and set the predefined Servers to use their default port numbers.
This will cause the "Enable" setting of all Virtual Servers to be set
OFF.
Update the current Virtual Server entry, using the data shown in the
"Properties" area on screen.
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Advanced Features
Add as new Server
Delete
Clear Form
Add a new entry to the Virtual Server list, using the data shown in
the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is
ignored, and has no effect.
Delete the current Virtual Server entry. Note that the pre-defined
Servers can not be deleted. Only Servers you have defined yourself
can be deleted.
Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a new
Virtual Server entry.
For each entry, the PC must be running the
appropriate Server software.
Defining your own Virtual Servers
If the type of Server you wish to use is not listed on the Virtual Servers screen, you can define and manage your own Servers:
Create a new Server:
1. Click "Clear Form"
2. Enter the required data, as described above.
3. Click "Add".
4. The new Server will now appear in the list.
Modify (Edit) a Server:
Delete a Server:
1. Select the desired Server from the list
2. Make any desired changes (for example, change the
Enable/Disable setting).
3. Click "Update" to save changes to the selected Server.
1. Select the entry from the list.
2. Click "Delete".
Note: You can only delete Servers you have defined. Pre-
defined Server cannot be deleted.
From the Internet, ALL Virtual Servers have the IP
Address allocated by your ISP.
Connecting to the Virtual Servers
Once configured, anyone on the Internet can connect to your Virtual Servers. They must use the Internet IP Address (the IP Address
allocated to you by your ISP).
e.g.
http://203.70.212.52
ftp://203.70.212.52
It is more convenient if you are using a Fixed IP Address from your ISP, rather than Dynamic. However, you can use the Dynamic
DNS feature, described in the following section, to allow users to connect to your Virtual Servers using a URL, rather than an IP
Address.
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WAN Port Configuration
The WAN Port option is on the Advanced menu.
Data – WAN Port Screen
Figure 38: WAN Port Screen
Port Settings
Port Speed
MTU Size
Identification
Hostname
Domain Name
WAN Port MAC
Address
Normally, this can be left at "Automatic". If the device attached to
the WAN Port has problems making a connection, you can select the
setting required or preferred by the other device.
• MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value should only be
changed if advised to do so by Technical Support.
• Enter a value between 1 and 1500.
• This device will still auto-negotiate with the remote server, to set
the MTU size. The smaller of the 2 values (auto-negotiated, or
entered here) will be used.
• For direct connections (not PPPoE or PPTP), the MTU used is
always 1500.
Normally, there is no need to change the default name, but if your
ISP requests that you use a particular Hostname, enter it here.
If your ISP provided a domain name, enter it here. Otherwise, this
may be left blank.
Also called Network Adapter Address or Physical Address. This is a
low-level identifier, as seen from the WAN port.
Normally there is no need to change this, but some ISPs require a
particular value, often that of the PC initially used for Internet access.
You can use the Copy from PC button to copy your PC's address into
this field, the Default button to insert the default value, or enter a
value directly.
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IP Address
Advanced Features
Automatic
Specified IP
Address
DNS
Automatically
obtain from Serve
Use this DNS
Also called Dynamic IP Address. This is the default, and the most
common.
Leave this selected if your ISP allocates an IP Address to the Broadband Router upon connection.
Also called Static IP Address. Select this if your ISP has allocated
you a fixed IP Address. If this option is selected, the following data
must be entered.
• IP Address
The IP Address allocated by the ISP.
• Network Mask (Not required for PPPoE)
This is also supplied by your ISP. It must be compatible with the
IP Address above.
• Gateway IP Address (Not required for PPPoE)
The address of the router or gateway, as supplied by your ISP.
The DNS (Domain Name Server) address will be obtained automatically from your ISP's server.
Note that if using a fixed IP address, with no login (login is set to
"None"), then no Server is used, so this option cannot be used.
If this option is selected, you must enter the IP address of the DNS
(Domain Name Server) you wish to use.
Login
Login Method
Login User Name
If your ISP does not use a login method (username, password) for
Internet access, leave this at the default value None (Direct connec-
tion). Otherwise, check the documentation from your ISP, select the
login method used, and enter the required data.
• PPPoE - this is the most common login method, widely used
with DSL modems. Normally, your ISP will have provided some
software to connect and login. This software is no longer required, and should not be used.
• PPPoE (Unnumbered IP) - this can only be used if your ISP
supports this system, and has allocated you multiple IP addresses. If selected, you must also select "Specified IP Address"
above and enter one of the IP addresses allocated to you by your
ISP. The other IP addresses must be assigned to PCs on your
LAN.
• PPTP - this is mainly used in Europe. You need to know the
PPTP Server address as well as your name and password.
• L2TP - this is not widely used. You need to know the PPTP
Server address as well as your name and password.
• Big Pond Cable - for Australia only.
• SingTel RAS - for Singapore only.
The User Name (or account name) provided by your ISP.
Login Password
RAS Plan
Enter the password for the login name above.
For SingTel customers only, select the RAS plan you are on.
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Server Address
Connection
Behavior
Auto-disconnect
Idle Time-out
Buttons
Default
This is not required for PPPoE or SingTel RAS.
For PPTP, L2TP and BPA, enter the Server address as provided by
your ISP.
Select the desired option:
• Automatic Connect/Disconnect
An Internet connection is automatically made when required,
and disconnected when idle for the time period specified by the
"Auto-disconnect Idle Time-out".
• Manual Connect/Disconnect
You must manually establish and terminate the connection.
• Keep alive (maintain connection)
The connection will never be disconnected by this device. If disconnected by your ISP, the connection will be re-established
immediately. (However, this does not ensure that your Internet
IP address will remain unchanged.)
This field has no effect unless using the Automatic Con-
nect/Disconnect setting.
If using this setting, enter the desired idle time-out period (in minutes). After the connection to your ISP has been idle for this
time period, the connection will be terminated.
Inserts the default MAC address into the MAC address field. You
must click "Save" to actually change the address used.
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Copy from PC
Save
Cancel
Inserts the MAC address from your PC into the MAC address field.
You must click "Save" to actually change the address used.
Save your changes to the Broadband Router.
Reverse any changes made since the last "Save".
Chapter 7
Advanced Administration
This Chapter explains the settings available via the "Administration" section of the menu.
Overview
Normally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided to deal with nonstandard situations, or to provide additional options for advanced users.
The available settings and features are:
Config File
Logs
Backup or restore the configuration file for the Broadband Router This
file contains all the configuration data.
View or clear all logs, set E-Mailing of log files.
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Network
Diagnostics
Options
PC Database
Remote
Administration
Routing
Security
Firmware
Upgrade
Ping, DNS Lookup.
Various options, such as backup DNS, UPnP, and enable TFTP firmware upgrade option.
This is the list of PCs shown when you select the "DMZ PC" or a "Virtual Server". This database is maintained automatically, but you can add
and delete entries for PCs which use a Fixed (Static) IP Address.
Allow settings to be changed from the Internet..
Only required if your LAN has other Routers or Gateways.
Firewall and other security-related settings. Normally, the default set-
tings do not need to be changed.
Upgrade the Firmware (software) installed in your Broadband Router.
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Config File
This feature allows you to download the current settings from the Broadband Router, and save them to a file on your PC.
You can restore a previously-downloaded configuration file to the Broadband Router, by uploading it to the Broadband Router.
This screen also allows you to set the Broadband Router back to its factory default configuration. Any existing settings will be de-
leted.
An example Config File screen is shown below.
Figure 39: Config Screen
Data - Config File Screen
Backup Config
Restore Config
Default Config
Use this to download a copy of the current configuration, and store the
file on your PC. Click Download to start the download.
This allows you to restore a previously-saved configuration file back to
the Broadband Router
Click Browse to select the configuration file, then click Restore to
upload the configuration file.
WARNING !
Uploading a configuration file will destroy (overwrite) ALL of the
existing settings.
Clicking the Restore Defaults button will reset the Broadband Router
to its factory default settings.
WARNING !
This will delete ALL of the existing settings.
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Logs
The Logs record various types of activity on the Broadband Router This data is useful for troubleshooting, but enabling all logs will
generate a large amount of data and adversely affect performance.
Since only a limited amount of log data can be stored in the Broadband Router, log data can also be E-mailed to your PC.
Data - Logs Screen
Enable Logs
Outgoing
Connections
Access Control
DoS Attacks
Timezone
View Log Button
Clear Log Button
E-Mail Alerts
Send E-mail alert..
Figure 40: Logs Screen
If selected, Outgoing Internet connections are logged. Normally,
the (Internet) "Destination" will be shown as an IP address. But if
the "URL Filter" is enabled, the "Destination" will be shown as a
URL.
If enabled, the log will include attempted outgoing connections
which have been blocked by the "Access Control" feature.
If enabled, this log will show details of DoS (Denial of Service)
attacks which have been blocked by the built-in Firewall.
Select the correct Timezone for your location. This is required for
the date/time shown on the logs to be correct.
Use this to view each log, as required.
Use this to restart the required log. This makes it easier to read
the latest entries.
If enabled, an E-mail will be sent immediately if a DoS (Denial of
Service) attack is detected. If enabled, the E-mail address information (below) must be provided.
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E-Mail Logs
Send Logs
Include
E-mail Subject
E-Mail Address
Select the desired option for sending the log by E-mail.
• Never - E-mailing of Logs is disabled.
• When log is full - The time is not fixed. The log will be sent
when the log is full, which will depend on the volume of traffic.
• Every day, Every Monday ... - The log is sent on the
interval specified.
• If "Every day" is selected, the log is sent at the time spe-
cified.
• If the day is specified, the log is sent once per week, on
the specified day.
• Select the time of day you wish the E-mail to be sent.
• If the log is full before the time specified to send it, it
will be sent regardless.
Enabled the logs you wish to send. If no checkboxes are enabled,
no logs will be sent.
For each type of log, you can set the "Subject" field which is
displayed in your inbox when you receive the mail.
For each type of log, you can set the "Subject" field which is
displayed in your inbox when you receive the mail.
E-mail Address
SMTP Server
Address
Port No.
Server requires
Login to send mail
Enter the E-mail address the Log is to be sent to. The E-mail will
also show this address as the Sender's address.
Enter the address (domain name) or IP address of the SMTP
(Simple Mail Transport Protocol) Server you use for outgoing Email.
Enter the port number used to connect to the SMTP Server. The
default value is 25.
If your SMTP Server requires you to login in order to send mail:
• Check the setting "Server requires login to send mail"
• Enter your Login Name and Password for the SMTP Server
in the fields provided.
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Network Diagnostics
This screen allows you to perform a "Ping" or a "DNS lookup". These activities can be useful in solving network problems.
An example Network Diagnostics screen is shown below.
Data - Network Diagnostics Screen
Ping
Ping this
IP Address
Ping Button
DNS Lookup
Domain
name/URL
Lookup Button
Enter the IP address you wish to ping. The IP address can be on your
LAN, or on the Internet. Note that if the address is on the Internet,
and no connection currently exists, you could get a "Timeout" error.
In that case, wait a few seconds and try again.
After entering the IP address, click this button to start the "Ping "
procedure. The results will be displayed in the Ping Results pane.
Enter the Domain name or URL for which you want a DNS (Domain
Name Server) lookup. Note that if the address in on the Internet, and
no connection currently exists, you could get a "Timeout" error. In
that case, wait a few seconds and try again.
After entering the Domain name/URL, click this button to start the
"DNS Lookup" procedure. The results will be displayed in the DNS
Lookup Results pane.
Figure 41: Network Diagnostics Screen
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Options
This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to use this screen or
change any settings.
An example Options screen is shown below.
Figure 42: Options Screen
Data - Options Screen
Backup DNS
IP Address
UPnP
Enable UPnP
Services
Allow Configuration...
Allow Internet
access to be
disabled
Enter the IP Address of the DNS (Domain Name Servers) here. These
DNS will be used only if the primary DNS is unavailable.
• UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and
configuration of equipment attached to your LAN. UPnP is by
supported Windows ME, XP, or later.
• If Enabled, this device will be visible via UPnP.
• If Disabled, this device will not be visible via UPnP.
• If checked, then UPnP users can change the configuration.
• If Disabled, UPnP users can only view the configuration.
• If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via this
device.
• If Disabled, UPnP users can NOT disable Internet access via this
device.
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PC Database
The PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (e.g. for the "DMZ" PC). It eliminates the need to enter IP addresses. Also,
you do not need to use fixed IP addresses on your LAN.
PC Database Screen
An example PC Database screen is shown below.
Figure 43: PC Database
• PCs which are "DHCP Clients" are automatically added to the database, and updated as required.
• By default, non-Server versions of Windows act as "DHCP Clients"; this setting is called "Obtain an IP Address automatically".
• The Broadband Router uses the "Hardware Address" to identify each PC, not the name or IP address. The "Hardware Address"
can only change if you change the PC's network card or adapter.
• This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN. However, you can add PCs using Fixed
(static) IP Addresses to the PC database if required.
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Data - PC Database Screen
Known PCs
Name
IP Address
Buttons
Add
Delete
Refresh
Generate Report
Advanced
Administration
This lists all current entries (PCs or network devices).
If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this
matches the PC's "hostname".
If adding a new PC to the list, enter the IP Address of the PC here. The
PC will be sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. If the PC is
not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able
to add it.
This will add the new PC to the list. The PC will be sent a "ping" to
determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Delete the selected PC from the list. This should be done in 2 situations:
• The PC has been removed from your LAN.
• The entry is incorrect.
Update the data on screen.
Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC
database.
Click this to view the advanced "PC Database" screen.
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PC Database (Admin)
This screen is displayed if the "Advanced Administration" button on the PC Database is clicked. It provides more control than the
standard PC Database screen.
Figure 44: PC Database (Admin)
Data - PC Database ( Admin) Screen
Known PCs
Edit
Delete
PC Properties
Name
IP Address
This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type.
The "type" indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN.
Use this to change the data for the selected PC in the list. The data for
the selected PC will then be shown in the "Properties" area, where it
may be edited. (Click "Update" to save any changes.)
Use this to Delete the selected PC from the list. This should be done in
2 situations:
• The PC has been removed from your LAN.
• The entry is incorrect.
If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this
matches the PC's "hostname".
Select the appropriate option:
• Automatic - The PC is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: "Ob-
tain an IP address automatically"). The Broadband Router will
allocate an IP address to this PC when requested to do so. The IP
address could change, but normally won't.
• DCHP Client - Reserved IP Address - Select this if the PC is set
to be a DCHP client, and you wish to guarantee that the Broadband Router will always allocate the same IP Address to this PC.
Enter the required IP address. Only the last field is required; the
other fields must match the Broadband Router's IP address.
• Fixed IP Address - Select this if the PC is using a Fixed (Static)
IP address. Enter the IP address allocated to the PC. (The PC must
be configured to use this IP address.)
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MAC Address
Buttons
Add as New
Entry
Update Selected
PC
Clear Form
Refresh
Generate Report
Select the appropriate option
• Automatic discovery - Select this to have the Broadband Router
contact the PC and find its MAC address. This is only possible if
the PC is connected to the LAN and powered On.
• MAC is - Enter the MAC address on the PC. The MAC address is
also called the "Hardware Address", "Physical Address", or "Network Adapter Address". The Broadband Router uses this to
provide a unique identifier for each PC. Because of this, the MAC
address can NOT be left blank.
Add a new PC to the list, using the data in the "Properties" box.
If "Automatic discovery" (for MAC address) is selected, the PC will be
sent a "ping" to determine its hardware address. This will fail unless
the PC is connected to the LAN, and powered on.
Update (modify) the selected PC, using the data in the "Properties"
box.
Clear the "Properties" box, ready for entering data for a new PC.
Update the data on screen.
Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC
database.
Standard Screen
Click this to view the standard PC Database screen.
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Remote Admin
If enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Bordband Router via the Internet.
Figure 45: Remote Administration Screen
Data - Remote Administration Screen
Remote Administration
Advanced Administration
Enable Remote
Management
Port Number
Current IP
Address
Enable to allow management via the Internet. If Disabled, this device
will ignore management connection attempts from the Internet.
Enter a port number between 1024 and 65535. The default for HTTP
(Web) connections is port 80, but using port 80 will prevent the use
of a Web "Virtual Server" on your LAN. So using a different port
number is recommended. The default value is 8080.
The port number must be specified in your Browser when you
connect. To specify the port number :
1. From a remote location, start your Browser.
2. In the "Address" or "Location" field, enter the Internet IP
address of this device (NOT the LAN IP address), followed by
the port number, as follows:
http://ip_address:port_number
Where:
ip_address is the Internet IP address of this device.
port_number is the port number assigned on this screen.
3. You should then be prompted for the password for this device.
(You must assign a password!)
To manage this device via the Internet, you need to know the IP
Address of this device, as seen from the Internet. This IP Address is
allocated by your ISP, and is shown here. But if using a Dynamic IP
Address, this value can change each time you connect to your ISP.
There are 2 solutions to this problem:
• Have your ISP allocate you a Fixed IP address.
• Use the DDNS feature (Advanced menu) so you can connect
using a Domain Name, rather than an IP address.
To connect from a remote PC via the Internet
1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser.
2. In the "Address" bar, enter "HTTP://" followed by the Internet IP Address of the Broadband Router. If the port number is not 80,
the port number is also required. (After the IP Address, enter ":" followed by the port number.)
e.g.
HTTP://123.123.123.123:8080
This example assumes the WAN IP Address is 123.123.123.123, and the port number is 8080.
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Routing
Overview
• If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the "Routing" page completely.
• If the Broadband Router is only acting as a Gateway for the local LAN segment, ignore the "Routing" page even if your LAN has
other Routers.
• If your LAN has a standard Router (e.g. Cisco) on your LAN, and the Broadband Router is to act as a Gateway for all LAN
segments, enable RIP (Routing Information Protocol) and ignore the Static Routing table.
• If your LAN has other Gateways and Routers, and you wish to control which LAN segments use each Gateway, do NOT enable
RIP (Routing Information Protocol). Configure the Static Routing table instead. (You also need to configure the other Routers.)
• If using Windows 2000 Data center Server as a software Router, enable RIP on the Broadband Router, and ensure the following
Windows 2000 settings are correct:
• Open Routing and Remote Access
• In the console tree, select Routing and Remote Access , [server name], IP Routing, RIP
• In the "Details" pane, right-click the interface you want to configure for RIP version 2, and then click "Properties".
• On the "General" tab, set Outgoing packet protocol to "RIP version 2 broadcast", and Incoming packet protocol to "RIP ver-
sion 1 and 2".
Routing Screen
The routing table is accessed by the Routing link on the Administration menu.
Using this Screen
Generally, you will use either RIP (Routing Information Protocol) OR the Static Routing Table, as explained above, although is it
possible to use both methods simultaneously.
Static Routing Table
• If RIP is not used, an entry in the routing table is required for each LAN segment on your Network, other than the segment to
which this device is attached.
• The other Routers must also be configured. See Configuring Other Routers on your LAN later in this chapter for further details
and an example.
Figure 46: Routing Screen
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Data - Routing Screen
RIP
Advanced Administration
Enable RIP V1
Static Routing
Static Routing
Table Entries
Properties
Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature
of the Broadband Router
The Broadband Router supports RIP 1 only.
This list shows all entries in the Routing Table.
• The "Properties" area shows details of the selected item in the
list.
• Change any the properties as required, then click the "Update"
button to save the changes to the selected entry.
• Destination Network - The network address of the remote LAN
segment. For standard class "C" LANs, the network address is
the first 3 fields of the Destination IP Address. The 4th (last)
field can be left at 0.
• Network Mask - The Network Mask for the remote LAN
segment. For class "C" networks, the default mask is
255.255.255.0
• Gateway IP Address - The IP Address of the Gateway or
Router which the Broadband Router must use to communicate
with the destination above. (NOT the router attached to the remote segment.)
• Metric - The number of "hops" (routers) to pass through to
reach the remote LAN segment. The shortest path will be used.
The default value is 2.
Buttons
Save
Add
Update
Delete
Clear Form
Generate Report
Save the RIP setting. This has no effect on the Static Routing Table.
Add a new entry to the Static Routing table, using the data shown in
the "Properties" area on screen. The entry selected in the list is
ignored, and has no effect.
Update the current Static Routing Table entry, using the data shown
in the "Properties" area on screen.
Delete the current Static Routing Table entry.
Clear all data from the "Properties" area, ready for input of a new
entry for the Static Routing table.
Generate a read-only list of all entries in the Static Routing table.
Configuring Other Routers on your LAN
It is essential that all IP packets for devices not on the local LAN be passed to the Broadband Router, so that they can be forwarded to
the external LAN, WAN, or Internet. To achieve this, the local LAN must be configured to use the Broadband Router as the Default
Route or Default Gateway.
Local Router
The local router is the Router installed on the same LAN segment as the Broadband Router. This router requires that the Default Route
is the Broadband Router itself. Typically, routers have a special entry for the Default Route. It should be configured as follows.
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Destination IP Address
Network Mask
Gateway IP Address
Metric
Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation.
Normally 0.0.0.0, but check your router documentation.
The IP Address of the Broadband Router.
2
Other Routers on the Local LAN
Other routers on the local LAN must use the Broadband Router’s Local Router as the Default Route. The entries will be the same as
the Broadband Router's local router, with the exception of the Gateway IP Address.
• For a router with a direct connection to the Broadband Router's local Router, the Gateway IP Address is the address of the Broad-
band Router's local router.
• For routers which must forward packets to another router before reaching the Broadband Router's local router, the Gateway IP
Address is the address of the intermediate router.
Static Routing - Example
Figure 47: Routing Example
For the Broadband Router's Routing Table
For the LAN shown above, with 2 routers and 3 LAN segments, the Broadband Router requires 2 entries as follows.
Entry 1 (Segment 1)
Destination IP Address 192.168.1.0
Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C)
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100 (Broadband Router's local
Router)
Metric 2
Entry 2 (Segment 2)
Destination IP Address 192.168.2.0
Network Mask 255.255.255.0 (Standard Class C)
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.100
Metric 3
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For Router A's Default Route
Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0
Network Mask 0.0.0.0
Gateway IP Address 192.168.0.1 (Broadband Router's IP Address)
For Router B's Default Route
Destination IP Address 0.0.0.0
Network Mask 0.0.0.0
Gateway IP Address 192.168.1.80 (Broadband Router's local
Advanced Administration
router)
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Security
This screen allows you to set Firewall and other security-related options.
Figure 48: Security Screen
Data - Security Screen
DoS Firewall
Enable DoS
Firewall
Firewall Settings
Button
Options
Respond to ICMP
Allow VPN
Passthrough
If enabled, DoS (Denial of Service) attacks will be detected and
blocked. The default is enabled. It is strongly recommended that this
setting be left enabled.
Note:
• A DoS attack does not attempt to steal data or damage your PCs,
but overloads your Internet connection so you can not use it - the
service is unavailable.
• This device uses "Stateful Inspection" technology. This system
can detect situations where individual TCP/IP packets are valid,
but collectively they become a DoS attack.
If you wish to adjust the settings used by the DoS firewall, click this
button to open a sub-window.
The ICMP protocol is used by the "ping" and "traceroute" programs,
and by network monitoring and diagnostic programs.
• If checked, the Broadband Router will repond to ICMP packets
received from the Internet.
• If not checked, ICMP packets from the Internet will be ignored.
Disabling this option provides a slight increase in security.
The IPSec, PPTP, and L2TP protocols are used to establish a secure
connection, and are widely used by VPN (Virtual Private Networking) programs.
• If checked, these VPN connections are allowed.
• If not checked, these VPN connections are blocked.
Drop fragmented
IP packets
Note: IPSec sessions must NOT use AH (Authentication Header).
Packets using AH cannot be routed correctly.
If enabled, fragmented IP packets are discarded, forcing retransmission of these packets. In some situations, this could prevent
successful communication.
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Advanced Administration
Block TCP Flood
Block UDP Flood
Block
non-standard
packets
A TCP flood is excessively large number of TCP connection requests. This is usually a DoS (Denial of Service) attack. This setting
should be normally be enabled.
A UDP flood is excessively large number of UDP packets. This is
usually a DoS (Denial of Service) attack. This setting should be
normally be enabled.
Abnormal packets are often used by hackers and in DoS attacks, but
may also be generated by mis-configured network devices. (PCs will
normally not generate non-standard packets.) This setting should
normally be enabled.
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Upgrade Firmware
The firmware (software) in the Broadband Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser.
You must first download the upgrade file, then select Upgrade on the Administration menu. You will see a screen like
the following.
Figure 49: Upgrade Firmware Screen
To perform the Firmware Upgrade:
1. Click the "Browse" button and navigate to the location of the upgrade file.
2. Select the upgrade file. Its name will appear in the Upgrade File field.
3. Click the "Start Upgrade" button to commence the firmware upgrade.
The Broadband Router is unavailable during the
upgrade process, and must restart when the upgrade is completed. Any connections to or through
the Broadband Router will be lost.
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
This Appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions.
Overview
This chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Broadband Router and some possible solutions
to them. If you follow the suggested steps and the Broadband Router still does not function properly, contact your dealer for further
advice.
General Problems
Problem 1:
Solution 1:
Can't connect to the Broadband Router to configure it.
Check the following:
• The Broadband Router is properly installed, LAN connections are OK,
and it is powered ON.
• Ensure that your PC and the Broadband Router are on the same network
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segment. (If you don't have a router, this must be the case.)
• If your PC is set to "Obtain an IP Address automatically" (DHCP
client), restart it.
• If your PC uses a Fixed (Static) IP address, ensure that it is using an IP
Address within the range 192.168.0.2 to 192.168.0.254 and thus compatible with the Broadband Router's default IP Address of 192.168.0.1.
Also, the Network Mask should be set to 255.255.255.0 to match the
Broadband Router.
In Windows, you can check these settings by using Control Panel-
Network to check the Properties for the TCP/IP protocol.
Internet Access
Appendix A - Troubleshooting
B
Problem 1:
Solution 1:
Problem 2:
Solution 2:
When I enter a URL or IP address I get a time out error.
A number of things could be causing this. Try the following troubleshooting
steps.
• Check if other PCs work. If they do, ensure that your PCs IP settings
are correct. If using a Fixed (Static) IP Address, check the Network
Mask, Default gateway and DNS as well as the IP Address.
• If the PCs are configured correctly, but still not working, check the
Broadband Router. Ensure that it is connected and ON. Connect to it
and check its settings. (If you can't connect to it, check the LAN and
power connections.)
• If the Broadband Router is configured correctly, check your Internet
connection (DSL/Cable modem etc) to see that it is working correctly.
Some applications do not run properly when using the Broadband
Router.
The Broadband Router processes the data passing through it, so it is not
transparent.
Use the Special Applications feature to allow the use of Internet applications
which do not function correctly.
If this does solve the problem you can use the DMZ function. This should
work with almost every application, but:
• It is a security risk, since the firewall is disabled.
• Only one (1) PC can use this feature.
Appendix B
Specifications
Multi-Function Broadband Router
Model Broadband Router
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Dimensions 141mm(W) * 100mm(D) * 27mm(H)
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
0° C to 40° C
-10° C to 70° C
Network Protocol: TCP/IP
Network Interface: 5 Ethernet:
4 * 10/100/1000BaseT (RJ45) LAN connection
1 * 10/100/1000BaseT (RJ45) for WAN
LEDs 17
Power Adapter 12 V DC External
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Appendix B - Specifications
Regulatory Approvals
CE Standards
This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC standards:
• EN301489-1/-17
• EN60950
CE Marking Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required
to take adequate measures.
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