ViewSonic WMG120, WMG80 User Manual
WMG80 / WMG120
Wireless Media Gateway
User Guide
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Table of Contents
Product Registration..................................................................................................... i
For Your Records......................................................................................................... i
Chapter 1: Overview
Typical Setup ...................................................................................................................2
Product Features ............................................................................................................. 3
General Requirements..................................................................................................... 4
Package Contents ........................................................................................................... 5
Safety Notice ...................................................................................................................6
Front Panel — LEDs ....................................................................................................... 7
Back Panel — Ports
Chapter 2: Set up the Gateway
Step 1: Connect the Gateway....................................................................................... 10
Step 2: Set your PC to DHCP....................................................................................... 12
For Windows 2000 or XP ......................................................................................... 12
Step 3: Configure the Gateway.................................................................................... 15
Login ........................................................................................................................ 15
The Primary Setup tab ............................................................................................. 16
Time Zone ......................................................................................................... 16
Internet .............................................................................................................. 16
LAN ................................................................................................................... 17
Wireless ............................................................................................................. 17
Security Mode: WEP ......................................................................................... 18
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Step 4: Set up your network ........................................................................................ 19
The WAN tab............................................................................................................ 19
Internet Settings ................................................................................................ 20
VPN Connection ................................................................................................ 23
IPSec Policies ................................................................................................... 25
IKE Policy .......................................................................................................... 27
Manual Connection ........................................................................................... 28
The LAN tab ............................................................................................................. 29
The Advanced tab .................................................................................................... 30
System Settings ................................................................................................ 30
Remote Administration ...................................................................................... 31
Routing .............................................................................................................. 31
Logging .............................................................................................................. 32
MAC Clone ........................................................................................................ 34
DNS Proxy ......................................................................................................... 34
Dynamic DNS .................................................................................................... 35
Service Timeout ................................................................................................ 35
IP Reassembly Configuration ............................................................................ 36
Monitor .............................................................................................................. 36
The Security tab ....................................................................................................... 37
Corporate Outbound/Inbound ............................................................................ 37
Self policy .......................................................................................................... 39
Filtering .............................................................................................................. 40
The Utilities tab ........................................................................................................ 48
Save Settings vs Logout .................................................................................... 48
Factory Default .................................................................................................. 49
Upload/backup Configuration ............................................................................ 49
Restart Router ................................................................................................... 50
Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................................. 51
Upgrade Media Server Application .................................................................... 52
Update Media Server Host Name ..................................................................... 53
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The WLAN tab.......................................................................................................... 54
Wireless LAN Basic Settings ............................................................................. 54
Chapter 3: File Management
Transfer content to your Gateway hard drive ................................................................ 55
Method 1: Networking Companion CD.................................................................... 55
Alternate Method 2: Network Share ........................................................................ 56
Alternate Method 3: Open Internet Browser............................................................ 57
Chapter 4: Set Up the Print Server
Step 1: Access the Internet........................................................................................... 58
Step 2: Install printer driver........................................................................................... 58
Step 3: Connect a USB printer ..................................................................................... 58
Step 4: Turn PC on ....................................................................................................... 59
Step 5: Set up the print server ...................................................................................... 60
Step 6: Test printer connection..................................................................................... 63
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Getting Help Checklist ................................................................................................... 64
Troubleshooting Solutions ............................................................................................. 65
Customer Support.......................................................................................................... 69
Maintenance Instructions............................................................................................... 70
Firmware Updates.................................................................................................... 70
Software Updates..................................................................................................... 70
Cleaning Instructions................................................................................................ 70
Regulatory Information .................................................................................................. 71
FCC Interference Statement .................................................................................... 71
Class B Regulations................................................................................................. 71
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Appendix
Specifications................................................................................................................. 75
Limited Warranty............................................................................................................ 76
Glossary......................................................................................................................... 78
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Chapter 1: Overview
Congratulations on purchasing the ViewSonic WMG80 / WMG120
Wireless Media Gateway print server and hard drive! The
ViewSonic WMG80 / WMG120 Gateway gives you the freedom to
enjoy all your digital media entertainment - TV, movies, music,
gaming, Internet access, digital pictures, and more - from any
location in your home. The Gateway easily connects to your
networked media adapters and then functions as your in-home
networked media storage device. It features a hard drive to store
digital media entertainment. Two USB ports and the internal print
server provide support for USB printers and additional external
storage devices. Set up is quick and easy with the included set up
instructions.
Important: If you are using the WMA to see pictures, the pictures
have to be JPEG format that are stored on the WMG hard drive. The
WMA can support other formats (JPEG, PNG, GIF) when stored on
your PC hard drive. For more information, see the chapter on File
Management to transfer content from your PC to the Gateway hard
drive.
In this user guide, “Gateway” refers to both models, WMG80 and
WMG120.
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Typical Setup
A typical setup for the Gateway shown below starts on the next page.
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Product Features
Access photos, video, music and more on demand
Store the family’s media content on the Gateway for the whole family to
access. When the Gateway is combined with a ViewSonic Wireless
Media Adapter, you can extend your digital entertainment to any TV or
stereo in your home with friends and family in your living room, bedroom,
office or media room.
Robust security keeps your data secure
NAT and SPI firewall ensure your networked data is safe from Internet
intruders. Wireless security includes 64-bit/128-bit WEP, WPA and MAC
address filtering.
Create a wireless network for your home or office
Create a local area network (LAN) and share a single high-speed
broadband connection, files, printers and other peripherals between all
your computers.
Support for USB printers and external devices
Includes two USB ports for external printers and additional storage
connectivity.
Super-fast sharing of content to your network devices
Zero waiting time. Transfer data with the 802.11g wireless connectivity for
up to five times the speed of 802.11b wireless networks. Enjoy your
video, music and pictures almost instantly with the 54Mbps signaling rate.
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General Requirements
• Personal Computer or notebook.
• Broadband modem (DSL, cable), or ISP 5.0 or newer.
• Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape navigator to view and
use the Gateway web-based configuration screens.
• Available AC power outlet.
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Package Contents
Check to make sure all of the items shown below are included in
the package.
WMG80 / WMG120 Gateway Quick Start Guide
Networking Companion CD
Power Cord and Adapter
For information on optional accessories and products, go to
www.viewsonic.com.
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Ethernet LAN Cable
(6 feet)
Safety Notice
To ensure safe operation, following these simply rules:
• Place device in a safe, secure location.
• Read the user guide thoroughly before installing the device.
• The device should only be repaired by authorized and qualified
personnel. Do not try to open or repair the device yourself as
this voids the warranty.
• Do not place the device in a damp, wet, or humid location like a
bathroom.
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or other heat
sources. The housing and electronic components may be
damaged by direct sunlight or heat sources.
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Front Panel — LEDs
STATUS
Solid Green: unit is ready.
Blinking Green: HDD is in
Standby mode but the
Gateway is still operating
fully.
POWER
ON: Solid Blue indicates
the hard drive is running.
WAN
Cable or DSL modem
Solid Green: there is a
connection.
Blinking Green: data is
transferring.
WLAN
Solid Green: Wireless
LAN is working.
USB LED
Solid green: USB on
indicates that an external
USB device is connected to
either USB port 1 and/or 2.
Link/Act LEDs
LAN port(s) 1, 2, 3, 4
Solid Green: LED
indicates there is a
connection to LAN port 1,
2, 3, &/or 4 on the back of
the Gateway.
10/100 LEDs
10Mbps
LAN port(s) 1, 2, 3, 4
Active connection: LED OFF
Blinking Green: data is
transferring.
100Mbps – 1, 2, 3, 4
Blinking Green: data is
transferring.
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Back Panel — Ports
USB ports (2)
Antennas
POWER-IN jack to
AC power wall outlet
or power strip with
surge protection
WAN port to cable or DSL modem
LAN (Ethernet) ports 1, 2, 3, 4.
10/100 Mbps. Connect up to four PCs. LEDs on the front of
the Gateway indicate which LAN port(s) are active.
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RESET: (1) To restart the Gateway, press
and hold RESET for one second (the
STATUS LED turns off), release RESET
quickly, or (2) to return the settings back to
the factory default settings, press and hold
for 6 seconds, then release.
Chapter 2: Set up the Gateway
This chapter shows how to set up the ViewSonic® Gateway. For
the most Basic Setup, see the Wireless Media Quick Start Guide.
For more detailed information, see this user guide. This chapter
has the following steps:
Step 1: Connect the Gateway. Details start on the next page.
Step 2: Setup your PC to the DHCP setting.
Step 3: Configure the Gateway.
Step 4: Set up your network.
IMPORTANT: To transfer content from your PC to the Gateway
hard drive, see Chapter 3 File Management in this guide.
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Step 1: Connect the Gateway
(1) Before connecting the Gateway, make sure you have all the
setup information that your Internet Service Provider (ISP)
requires.
(2) Make sure that all network hardware is turned off, including the
Gateway, computer(s), and cable or DSL modem.
(3) Connect the Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the
Gateway to the Ethernet port on your computer. Optional:
connect another Ethernet cable from another LAN port on the
Gateway to an additional computer or network device. You can
also connect another Ethernet cable from the WAN port on the
Gateway to your cable or DSL modem.
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(4) Connect the AC Power Adapter to the Power Jack on the back
of the Gateway. Attach the AC Power Adapter to the Power
Cord. Connect the Power Cord to an AC Wall Outlet or a power
strip with surge protection.
The blue POWER light on the front turns on. The Gateway is
ready to configure when the green STATUS light turns on.
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Step 2: Set your PC to DHCP
Verify that your computer is set to DHCP (Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol) to obtain an IP address automatically as
follows: (may be already set to DHCP by default.)
For Windows 2000 or XP
(1) Click the Windows
and Internet Connections > Local Area Connection. The
Local Area Connection Status screen appears as shown on
the right.
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Start button > Control Panel > Network
(2) From the General tab (usually appears selected by default),
click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties
screen appears in the next step.
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(3) Check the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) if it isn’t
already checked by default. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/
IP) if it isn’t already highlighted automatically. Click Properties.
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties screen appears as
shown in the next step.
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(4) Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Click OK > OK >
Close to complete the PC configuration.
(5) Restart your PC if prompted.
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Step 3: Configure the Gateway
You only need to configure the Gateway once on any computer
that is already set up using the Web-based utility screens shown on
the next few pages. Default settings in the table on the right may be
helpful during the configuration process.
Open your web browser. In the Address field, enter
http://192.168.1.1 and press Enter. A login window appears
like the one shown on the right.
Basic Settings Default
Internet Configuration Type Automatic
Configuration-DHCP
Wireless Media Gateway IP
Address
Wireless Media Gateway
Subnet Mask
Gateway Password admin (lowercase)
DHCP Settings
DHCP Server Enable
192.168.1.1
255.255.255.0
ATTENTION! Notice forward slashes (//) are
used here! In another place in this guide, you
will be asked to use back slashes (\\).
Login
User name: leave blank.
DHCP Starting IP Address 192.168.1.10
Number of DHCP Client
Users
2.4GHz Wireless Setting
SSID viewsonic
Channel 1
WEP (Encryption) Disable
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Password: enter the default password admin in all lowercase
letters. Later on, we recommend changing the default to your
own password for added security using the Advanced Settings
tab.
Click OK. The Primary Setup screen appears as shown in the
next step.
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The Primary Setup tab
Enter the fields in the Primary Setup screen that are
required by your ISP.
Time Zone (Primary Setup)
Select the time zone you are in and check Enable
Daylight Saving Time if this applies.
Internet (Primary Setup)
Host Name: change if required by your ISP. Otherwise,
leave this field as is.
Connection Type: if required by your ISP. Otherwise,
leave this field as is. Click the down arrow for a dropdown menu with several Connection Types. IMPORTANT!
The Primary Setup screen displays different features
depending on which Internet Connection Type you
select. Select one
• Dynamic IP Setting - DHCP (Automatic Configuration).
If you are connecting through DHCP or a dynamic IP
address from your ISP, keep this default setting.
of the following:
• Static IP Address. If your ISP assigns you a Static IP
Address, select Static IP Address. More fields appear
below Connection Type. Enter the Internet IP Address,
Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and enter at least one
DNS address.
• PPPoE (for some DSL). If you are connecting through
PPPoE, select PPPoE from the drop-down menu.
Complete the User Name and Password fields.
Continued......
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Returns to Primary Setup
LAN (Primary Setup)
IP Address: The default is Gateway IP Setting. No change is
necessary.
Subnet Mask: The default is Gateway IP Setting. No change
is necessary.
Wireless (Primary Setup)
Mode: click the down arrow field for the drop-down menu
with a list of wireless networking modes. Select one
following modes based on your environment setting:
• 11b+g: If you have 802.11b and 802.11g devices in your
network, then keep the default setting, 11b+g.
• 11g Only: Default for optimal performance. If you have
802.11g devices, select 11g Only. This will give you the
best wireless performance.
Channel: change as needed (recommended) especially if
you experience interference with other wireless routers in the
vicinity.
of the
SSID: the default “viewsonic” is automatically entered. No
change is necessary.
Security: select one
Disable > click Apply > press Logout to close the
screen.
Enable > click Configure Security. The Wireless LAN
Configuration screen appears as shown on the next
page. Security Mode defaults to WEP.
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Wireless LAN Configuration
screen shown on the next page.
Security Mode: WEP
Wired Equivalent Protection.
Security Mode: select WEP Encryption
WEP Encryption: click the down arrow for more options: select
64bits/10 hex digits or 128 bits/26 hex digits.
Default Transmit Key: Select Key 1 from the pull down menu.
If you selected the 64bit option, enter 10 hex in Key 1 field.
IMPORTANT! For 64bits, enter 10
0123456789abcdef in Key 1, 2, 3, or 4 fields. Be sure to write
down that key for later configuration on the client side.
For 128bits/26 hex: For 64bits, enter 26 hex . . . can be
0123456789abcdef in Key 1, 2, 3, or 4 fields. Be sure to write
down that key for later configuration on the client side.
You’re done with the basic setup! Go to Step 4: Set up your
network.
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For more information, see the Troubleshooting section in this user
guide. If you still need help, contact ViewSonic Customer
Support. See the Customer Support table in the Appendix of this
guide for contact information.
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Step 4: Set up your network
To initialize the WMG, search for Wireless Router with default SSID
“xxxx”. Set your laptop or PC to obtain an IP address
automatically. The default setting IP for WLAN router is
192.168.5.1. Launch your browser to connect to the WLAN router.
The “Home” page appears showing your Wireless Cable/DSL
router information and current status.
The WAN tab
To configure your network, from the Advanced Setup tab > select
the WAN tab shown on the right. To connect to the Internet, click
Setup Wizard from the pull-down menu, or, to setup your WAN
connection manually, select Connection. The Setup Wizard
screen appears as shown on the next page.
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Internet Settings
Setup Wizard
From the Setup Wizard shown on the right > select Internet
Settings (recommended) for PPPoE or Ethernet > click Next. The
Internet Connection screen appears shown below.
Select the type of WAN connection you have:
• WAN Ethernet for cable modem. The WAN Ethernet
Configuration screen appears as shown on the next page.
• WAN PPPoE for DSL. Click Next.
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DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). If you want other
users in this network to recognize this device, on the screen shown
on the right, enter the DHCP Client Host Name > click DHCP
Client Information. The DHCP Client Dynamic Interface screen
appears as shown below with information only. Or,
If you are using Static IP to connect to the WAN, in the RIP
Configuration section > select Disable > Submit. The WAN
Ethernet Information screen appears as shown on the next page.
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Click Return.
To use PPPoE as your WAN connection
From the Primary Setup tab > Advanced Setup > WAN tab >
Setup Wizard > Internet Settings > Next > WAN PPoE > Next >
enter the information on the screen shown on the right as required
by your ISP to complete the connection. To confirm your PPPoE
setting, click Submit, or Clear to reset.
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VPN Connection
1 To set up a VPN (Virtual Private Network) connection to your
ISP, click the WAN tab > select Setup Wizard > select Creating
a VPN Connection. The VPN Connection screen appears.
2 Select the type of of Internet Connection you have: PPTP
Client or IPSec > click Next.
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1 To complete the VPN connection have all the information that
your service provider requires. Click Submit to accept the
changes. The VPN POLICIES screen appears.
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