Zhone Technologies 6211-l2 User Manual

6211-I2 ADSL2+ Router User’s Guide

May 2006

Document Part Number: 6211-A2-ZB21-60

Zhone Technologies @Zhone Way

7001 Oakport Street

Oakland, CA 94621 USA

510.777.7000

www.zhone.com

[e-mail]

COPYRIGHT 2000–2006 Zhone Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.

This publication is protected by copyright law. No part of this publication may be copied, distributed, displayed, modified, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system, or translated without express written permission from Zhone Technologies, Inc.

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BAN, Connect to Success, GigMux, Hotwire Connected, JetFusion, JetVision, MALC, MicroBurst, PacketSurfer, Quick Channel, Raptor, Reverse Gateway, SLMS, Spectrum Manager, StormTracker, Z-Edge, Zhone, ZMS, and the Zhone logo are trademarks of Zhone Technologies, Inc.

All other products names or service marks mentioned herein are the trademarks, trade names and service names of their respective owners.

Zhone Technologies makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability, noninfringement, or fitness for a particular purpose. Further, Zhone Technologies reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of Zhone Technologies to notify any person of such revision or changes.

! Important Safety Instructions

1Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the manual.

2Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must not be blocked or covered.

3Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord and do not locate the product where persons will walk on the power cord.

4Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

5General purpose cables are used with this product for connection to the network. Special cables, which may be required by the regulatory inspection authority for the installation site, are the responsibility of the customer. Use a UL Listed, CSA certified, minimum No. 24 AWG line cord for connection to the Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) network.

6When installed in the final configuration, the product must comply with the applicable Safety Standards and regulatory requirements of the country in which it is installed. If necessary, consult with the appropriate regulatory agencies and inspection authorities to ensure compliance.

7A rare phenomenon can create a voltage potential between the earth grounds of two or more buildings. If products installed in separate buildings are interconnected, the voltage potential may cause a hazardous condition. Consult a qualified electrical consultant to determine whether or not this phenomenon exists and, if necessary, implement corrective action prior to interconnecting the products.

8Input power to this product must be provided by one of the following: (1) a UL Listed/CSA certified power source with a Class 2 or Limited Power Source (LPS) output for use in North America, or (2) a certified transformer, with a Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) output having a maximum of 240 VA available, for use in the country of installation.

9In addition, since the equipment is to be used with telecommunications circuits, take the following precautions:

—Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

—Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

—Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

—Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

—Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

—Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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CE Marking

When the product is marked with the CE mark on the equipment label, a supporting Declaration of Conformity may be downloaded from the Zhone World Wide Web site at www.zhone.com.

FCC Part 15 Declaration

An FCC Declaration of Conformity may be downloaded from the Zhone World Wide Web site at www.zhone.com.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The authority to operate this equipment is conditioned by the requirement that no modifications will be made to the equipment unless the changes or modifications are expressly approved by the responsible party.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

lConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Notice to Users of the United States Telephone Network

The following notice applies to versions of the modem that have been FCC Part 68 approved.

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachment (ACTA). On the bottom side of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the Telephone Company.

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This equipment is intended to connect to the Public Switched Telephone Network through a Universal Service Order Code (USOC) type RJ11C jack. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It has been designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local Telephone Company. The REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point. For example, 03 represents a REN of 0.3.

If the modem causes harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the Telephone Company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

The Telephone Company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with the modem, refer to the repair and warranty information in this document.

If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

The user may make no repairs to the equipment.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.

If the site has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of the modem does not disable the alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your Telephone Company or a qualified installer.

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Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network

NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation IC before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is labeled on the equipment. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.

If your equipment is in need of repair, contact your local sales representative, service representative, or distributor directly.

! CANADA - EMI NOTICE:

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du règlement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.

Japan Notices

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.

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CONTENTS

About This Guide 11
	Document Purpose and Intended Audience ............................................................	11
	Document Summary...................................................................................................	11
	Product-Related Documents......................................................................................	12
	Contacting Global Service and Support ..................................................................	12
	Technical Support.......................................................................................................	12
	Service Requirements.................................................................................................	12
Chapter 1	Introduction ............................................................................................................	13
	Introduction .................................................................................................................	13
	Features ........................................................................................................................	13
	System Requirements.................................................................................................	13
	Parts List ......................................................................................................................	14
	Front Panel...................................................................................................................	15
	Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................	16
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and PC Setup ............................................................		17
	Overview......................................................................................................................	17
	Connecting the Hardware ..........................................................................................	17
	Installing the USB Driver ..........................................................................................	19
	Configuring Your Computer .....................................................................................	22
	Windows XP PCs....................................................................................................	22
	Windows 2000 PCs.................................................................................................	24
	Windows ME PCs...................................................................................................	24
	Windows 95 and Windows 98 PCs.........................................................................	25
	Windows NT 4.0.....................................................................................................	26
	Logging in to Your Router ........................................................................................	27
Chapter 3	Device Information ...............................................................................................	29
	Status Summary ..........................................................................................................	29
	WAN.............................................................................................................................	30
	LAN Statistics .............................................................................................................	31
	WAN Statistics............................................................................................................	32

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	ATM Statistics.............................................................................................................	33
	ADSL Statistics...........................................................................................................	34
	ADSL BER Test .........................................................................................................	34
	Route.............................................................................................................................	36
	ARP...............................................................................................................................	37
Chapter 4	Quick Setup ............................................................................................................	39
	Quick Setup with Auto-Connect Enabled ...............................................................	39
	Quick Setup with Auto-Connect Disabled ..............................................................	41
Chapter 5	Advanced Setup ....................................................................................................	43
	WAN.............................................................................................................................	43
	Add Function – ATM PVC Configuration .............................................................	44
	Connection Type Screen .........................................................................................	45
	Bridge Service and Quality of Service Screen........................................................	46
	WAN Setup - Summary ..........................................................................................	47
	Remove Function....................................................................................................	48
	Finish Function .......................................................................................................	48
	Local Area Network (LAN) Setup ...........................................................................	49
	NAT ..............................................................................................................................	50
	Virtual Servers ........................................................................................................	50
	Port Triggering ............................................................................................................	52
	DMZ Host ....................................................................................................................	54
	Firewall.........................................................................................................................	55
	IP Filtering – Outgoing ...........................................................................................	55
	IP Filtering – Incoming...........................................................................................	57
	Firewall – MAC Filtering .......................................................................................	59
	Parental Control ......................................................................................................	62
	Quality of Service .......................................................................................................	64
	Routing – Default Gateway.......................................................................................	66
	Routing – Static Route ...............................................................................................	67
	Routing – RIP..............................................................................................................	69
	DNS Server..................................................................................................................	70
	Dynamic DNS .............................................................................................................	71
	ADSL............................................................................................................................	73
	Modulation Methods...............................................................................................	73
	Capability................................................................................................................	73
	DSL Advanced Settings.............................................................................................	74
	Tone Selection.............................................................................................................	75
	Port Mapping...............................................................................................................	76
	Certificate.....................................................................................................................	77
Chapter 6	Diagnostics .............................................................................................................	81
	Testing the DSL Connection.....................................................................................	81

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Chapter 7 Management ...........................................................................................................	83
Saving and Restoring the Configuration .................................................................	83
Backing Up Configuration Settings .........................................................................	83
Restoring Configuration Settings .............................................................................	85
Restoring Default Settings.........................................................................................	87
System Log ..................................................................................................................	89
View System Log....................................................................................................	90
Configure System Log ............................................................................................	91
TR-069 Client..............................................................................................................	92
Internet Time ...............................................................................................................	93
Access Control – Services .........................................................................................	94
Access Control – IP Addresses.................................................................................	96
Access Control – Passwords .....................................................................................	98
Update Software..........................................................................................................	98
Reboot Router .............................................................................................................	99
Appendix A Specifications ......................................................................................................	101
Index....................................................................................................................................................	103

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Document Purpose and Intended Audience

This guide contains detailed information about the 6211-I2 router. It is intended for all users of the router.

Document Summary

Section	Description
Chapter 1, Introduction	Describes the features of the router.
Chapter 2, Hardware	Shows how to connect the router and set up
Installation and PC Setup	your PC to manage the router.
Chapter 3, Device	Explains how to use the web interface to obtain
Information	statistics and other information about the
	router.
Chapter 4, Quick Setup	Describes the Quick Setup configuration
	process.
Chapter 5, Advanced Setup	Describes configuration of the advanced router
	features.
Chapter 6, Diagnostics	Describes the test screen.
Chapter 7, Management	Describes the management functions of the
	router, including backing up and restoring
	configuration settings, viewing the system log,
	configuraing access control, and upgrading
	software.
Appendix A,	Lists the specifications of the router.
Specifications
Index	Lists key terms, concepts, and sections in
	alphabetical order.

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Product-Related Documents

Complete documentation for Zhone products is available online at

www.zhone.com.

Contacting Global Service and Support

Contact Global Service and Support (GSS) if you have any questions about this or other Zhone products. Before contacting GSS, make sure you have the following information:

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Zhone product you are using

System configuration

Software version running on the system

Description of the issue

Technical Support

If you require assistance with the installation or operation of your product, or if you want to return a product for repair under warranty, contact GSS. The contact information is as follows:

E-mail	[e-mail]
Telephone (North America)	877-ZHONE20
Telephone (International)	510-777-7133
Internet	www.zhone.com/support

If you purchased the product from an authorized dealer, distributor, Value Added Reseller (VAR), or third party, contact that supplier for technical assistance and warranty support.

Service Requirements

If the product malfunctions, all repairs must be performed by the manufacturer or a Zhone-authorized agent. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to GSS.

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1INTRODUCTION

Introduction

Congratulations on becoming the owner of a 6211 ADSL router.

This User’s Guide will show you how to set up the router, and how to customize its configuration to get the most out of this product.

Features

The 6211 router has the following features:

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Built-in ADSL modem which offers G.Dmt, G.lite, T1.413, ADSL2, Annex L, and ADSL2+ to meet different linking speeds from your ISP.

10/100BaseT Ethernet port to provide Internet connectivity to all computers on your LAN via additional Ethernet Switch/HUB.

USB port allows quick installation.

Built-in splitter provides you to connect telephone directly without using extra splitter (Model 6211-I1-x0x).

Configuration program accessible via a web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer.

System Requirements

In order to use the 6211 ADSL router for Internet access, you must have the following:

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ADSL service subscription from your ISP

A PC with:

—An Ethernet 10/100BaseT network interface card or USB port

—A processor equivalent to or faster than a Pentium II 133 MHz

—32 MB RAM or greater

—If USB drivers will be installed, 5 MB free disk space

—Windows 95b, 98, 98SE, 2000, ME, NT, or XP (Note: Windows 95 requires the installation of the Winsock program, not included. Windows 95 and 98 do not support USB.)

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—(Optional) An Ethernet hub or switch, if you wish to connect the router to several computers on an Ethernet network.

—For system configuration using the supplied web-based program: a web browser such as Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or later. Netscape is not supported.

Parts List

In addition to this document, your 6211 ADSL router should come with the following:

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6211 ADSL router

Power adapter

Ethernet cable (RJ45, straight-through type)

Phone cable (RJ11)

USB cable

USB

LAN

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STATUS

POWER

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Figure 1: 6211 ADSL Router Package Contents

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Front Panel

Front Panel

The front panel contains LED indicators that show the status of the unit.

POWER STATUS ACTIVITY LAN USB

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Figure 2: Front Panel LEDs

Table 1: Front Panel Label and LEDs

Label	Color	Function
POWER	Green	On: Unit is powered on
		Off: Unit is powered off
STATUS	Green	On: ADSL link is established and
		active
		Flashing: Trying to create an
		ADSL connection
		Off: No ADSL link
ACTIVITY	Green	Flashing: ADSL data transfer
LAN	Green	On: LAN link is established
		Flashing: Data transfer at LAN
		connection
		Off: No LAN link
USB	Green	On: USB link is established
		Off: No USB link

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Rear Panel

The rear panel contains the ports for the router's data and power connections.

Table 2: Rear Panel Labels and Connectors

Label	Function
LINE	Connects to your ADSL line
PHONE (Model	Connects to your telephone
6211-I1-x0x)
USB	USB outlet, for PC USB port connection
LAN	Connects the CPE to your PC's Ethernet port, or
	to the uplink port on your LAN's hub or switch,
	using the cable provided
RESET/DEFAULT	To reset the router to its default settings
POWER	Connects to the supplied power adapter

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2HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND PC SETUP

Overview

This chapter provides basic instructions for connecting the router to a computer or a LAN and to the Internet using DSL. The first part provides instructions to set up the hardware, and the second part describes how to prepare your PC for use with the router.

It is assumed that you have already subscribed to DSL service with your Internet service provider (ISP).

Connecting the Hardware

Caution

Shut down your PC and any other equipment before connecting it to the router.

To connect your router:

1Connect your ADSL line to the port labeled LINE on the rear panel of the device.

2For routers with a phone port (model numbers of the form 6211-I1-x0x), optionally connect your telephone to the port labeled PHONE.

3Connect your PC or a LAN:

—Use the supplied Ethernet cable to connect your PC directly to the router. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the port labeled LAN on the router and connect the other end to the Ethernet port of your computer.

—Alternatively, use the supplied USB cable to connect your PC directly to the router. Connect one end of the USB cable to the port labeled USB on the router and connect the other end to a free USB port on your PC. Install the USB drivers as described in the user’s guide on the CD.

—If your LAN has more than one computer, you can attach one end of an Ethernet cable to a hub or a switch and the other to the LAN port of the router. Either a crossover or straight-through Ethernet cable can be used.

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4.Connect the AC power adapter to the POWER connector on the back of the device and plug the adapter into a wall outlet or power strip.

		RESET
LINE PHONE	USB	LAN DEFAULT POWER
1		4
2
		3

OR

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Figure 3: Hardware Installation

5.Turn on and boot up your PC and any LAN devices, such as hub or switches, and any computers connected to them.

6.Verify that the router's LEDs are illuminated as shown in Table 3.

Table 3: LED Indicators (Sheet 1 of 2)

This LED . . .	Should be:
POWER	Solid green to indicate that the device is turned on. If this
	light is not on, check if the power adapter is attached to the
	router and plugged into an AC power source.
STATUS	Solid green to indicate that the router can communicate
	with your ISP via ADSL, or flashing when the router is
	trying to connect to your ISP.
ACTIVITY	Flashing when the device is sending or receiving data over
	the ADSL connection.

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		Installing the USB Driver
Table 3:	LED Indicators (Sheet 2 of 2)
This LED . . .		Should be:
LAN		Solid green to indicate that the device can communicate
		with your PC via Ethernet, or flashing when the router is
		sending or receiving data over Ethernet.
USB		Solid green when connected, flashing when the router is
		sending or receiving data.

If the LEDs are illuminated as expected, the router is working properly.

Installing the USB Driver

The following section applies only if you use the USB connector on the router. If you connect the USB cable between your PC and the router, Windows detects the new hardware and the Found New Hardware Wizard appears on your PC monitor. Follow this procedure:

1Choose "Install from a list or specific location" from the Wizard's menu, then click on Next.

Figure 4: Found New Hardware Wizard

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2Insert the supplied CD ROM and use Browse to include the CD drive in the search.

Figure 5: Search and Installation Options

3If the Wizard reports a compatibility issue, select "Continue Anyway". Installation of the USB driver proceeds.

Figure 6: Compatibility Warning

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Installing the USB Driver

Figure 7: Progress Screen

4. When prompted, click on Finish to close the Wizard.

Figure 8: Completion Screen

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Configuring Your Computer

Before you can access the router over the LAN or the USB port, you have to configure your PC's TCP/IP address to be 192.168.1.x (where x is any number between 3 and 254), with a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. Your router's default IP address is 192.168.1.1.

Windows XP PCs

1In the Windows task bar, click on the Start button, and then click on Control Panel.

2Double-click on the Network Connections icon.

3In the LAN or High-Speed Internet window, right-click on the icon corresponding to your network interface card (NIC) or USB connection, and select Properties. (Often this icon is labeled Local Area Connection). The Local Area Connection dialog box displays with a list of currently installed network items.

4Ensure that the check box to the left of the item labeled Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked, and click on Properties.

Figure 9: Network Connections (Windows XP)

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Configuring Your Computer

Figure 10: Local Area Connection Properties (Windows XP)

5In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box, click on the radio button labeled Use the following IP address. Type an address between 192.168.1.3 and 192.168.1.254 in the IP Address field (192.168.1.20 is shown here as an example) and 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field.

Figure 11: TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP)

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6. Click on OK twice to confirm your changes, and close the Control Panel.

Windows 2000 PCs

1In the Windows task bar, click on the Start button, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel.

2Double-click on the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.

3In the Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click on the Local Area Connection icon, and then select Properties.

The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box display a list of currently installed network components. If the list includes Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), the protocol has already been enabled; skip to Step 10.

4If Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) does not appear as an installed component, click on Install.

5In the Select Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol, and then click on Add.

6Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the Network Protocols list, and then click on OK.

You may be prompted to install files from your Windows 2000 installation CD or other medium. Follow the instructions to install the files.

7If prompted, click on OK to restart your computer with the new settings.

8After restarting your PC, double-click on the Network and Dial-up Connections icon in the Control Panel.

9In Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click on the Local Area Connection icon, and then select Properties.

10In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click on Properties.

11In the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box, click on the radio button labeled Use the following IP address. Type an address between 192.168.1.3 and 192.168.1.254 in the IP Address field and 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field.

12Click on OK twice to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel.

Windows ME PCs

1In the Windows task bar, click on the Start button, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel.

2Double-click on the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.

3In the Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click on the Network icon, and then select Properties.

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Configuring Your Computer

The Network Properties dialog box displays a list of currently installed network components. If the list includes Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), the protocol has already been enabled; skip to Step 11.

4If Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) does not appear as an installed component, click on Add.

5In the Select Network Component Type dialog box, select Protocol, and then click on Add.

6Select Microsoft in the Manufacturers box.

7Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the Network Protocols list, and then click on OK.

You may be prompted to install files from your Windows Me installation CD or other media. Follow the instructions to install the files.

8If prompted, click on OK to restart your computer with the new settings.

9After restarting your PC, double-click on the Network and Dial-up Connections icon in the Control Panel.

10In Network and Dial-up Connections window, right-click on the Network icon, and then select Properties.

11In the Network Properties dialog box, select TCP/IP, and then click on Properties.

12In the TCP/IP Settings dialog box, click on the radio button labeled Use the following IP address. Type an address between 192.168.1.3 and 192.168.1.254 in the IP Address field and 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field.

13Click on OK twice to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel.

Windows 95 and Windows 98 PCs

1In the Windows task bar, click on the Start button, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel.

2Double-click on the Network icon.

The Network dialog box displays a list of currently installed network components. If the list includes TCP/IP, the protocol has already been enabled. Skip to step 9.

3If TCP/IP does not appear as an installed component, click on Add. The Select Network Component Type dialog box appears.

4Select Protocol, and then click on Add.

The Select Network Protocol dialog box appears.

5Click on Microsoft in the Manufacturers list box, and then click on TCP/ IP in the Network Protocols list box.

6Click on OK to return to the Network dialog box, and then click on OK again.

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You may be prompted to install files from your Windows 95/98 installation CD. Follow the instructions to install the files.

7Click on OK to restart the PC and complete the TCP/IP installation.

8After restarting your PC, open the Control Panel window, and then click on the Network icon.

9Select the network component labeled TCP/IP, and then click on Properties.

If you have multiple TCP/IP listings, select the listing associated with your network card or adapter.

10In the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click on the IP Address tab.

11Click in the radio button labeled Use the following IP address. Type an address between 192.168.1.3 and 192.168.1.254 in the IP Address field and 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field.

12Click on OK twice to confirm and save your changes. You will be prompted to restart Windows. Click on Yes.

Windows NT 4.0

1In the Windows NT task bar, click on the Start button, point to Settings, and then click on Control Panel.

2In the Control Panel window, double click on the Network icon.

3In the Network dialog box, click on the Protocols tab.

The Protocols tab displays a list of currently installed network protocols. If the list includes TCP/IP, the protocol has already been enabled. Skip to Step 9.

4If TCP/IP does not appear as an installed component, click on Add.

5In the Select Network Protocol dialog box, select TCP/IP, and then click on OK.

You may be prompted to install files from your Windows NT installation CD or other medium. Follow the instructions to install the files.

After all files are installed, a window appears to inform you that a TCP/IP service called DHCP can be set up to dynamically assign IP information.

6Click on Yes to continue, and then click on OK, if prompted, to restart your computer.

7After restarting your PC, open the Control Panel window, and then double-click on the Network icon.

8In the Network dialog box, click on the Protocols tab.

9In the Protocols tab, select TCP/IP, and then click on Properties.

10In the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click on the radio button labeled Use the following IP address. Type an address between

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192.168.1.3 and 192.168.1.254 in the IP Address field and 255.255.255.0 in the Subnet Mask field.

11Click on OK twice to confirm and save your changes, and then close the Control Panel.

Logging in to Your Router

This section shows how to connect to the router's web interface, configure settings, and observe some statistics of your Internet connection.

1Open your Web browser, and type the following URL in the address/ location box, and press Enter:

http://192.168.1.1

This is the default IP address for the LAN port on the router.

A login screen appears.

Figure 12: Login Screen

If you have problem connecting to the router, verify that your PC is properly configured within the subnet of the router's default IP address 192.168.1.1. Setup is described in Configuring Your Computer on page 22.

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2Enter your user name and password, and then click on OK to display the home page of the router's web interface. There are two default user name and password combinations:

Table 4: Default User Names and Passwords

User Name	Password	Capability
user	user	Can display device status, but cannot
		change or save configuration options.
admin	admin	Can perform all functions.

You can change the passwords at any time.

The home page is shown in Figure 13.

Figure 13: Web Interface Home Page

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3DEVICE INFORMATION

Status Summary

Display the general status report for the router by clicking on Summary under

Device Info (Figure 14).

Figure 14: Status Summary

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Device Information

WAN

Display the WAN status report from the by clicking on WAN under Device

Info (Figure 15).

Figure 15: WAN Status

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LAN Statistics

LAN Statistics

Display LAN statistics by clicking on LAN under Statistics (Figure 16).

Figure 16: LAN Statistics

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WAN Statistics

Display WAN statistics by clicking on WAN under Statistics (Figure 17).

Figure 17: WAN Statistics

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