Edgecore Networks SMCWBR14SN5V2 150 Mbps 4-Port Wireless Broadband Router User Manual user guide

Edgecore Networks Corporation 150 Mbps 4-Port Wireless Broadband Router user guide

User Manual

USER GUIDEBARRICADE™ N150Mbps 4-Port Wireless Broadband RouterSMCWBR14S-N5
No. 1, Creation Road III,Hsinchu Science Park,30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.TEL: +886 3 5638888 Fax: +886 3 6686111Wireless Broadband RouterUser GuideE012013-AP-R06
Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.Copyright © 2012 bySMC Networks, Inc.No. 1 Creation Road III,Hsinchu Science Park,30077, Taiwan, R.O.C.All rights reservedTrademarks:SMC is a registered trademark; and Barricade, EZ Switch, TigerStack, TigerSwitch, and TigerAccess are trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
– 4 –WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATIONTo register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement, please refer to the Support Section of the SMC Website at http://www.smc.com.
– 5 –COMPLIANCESFEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENTThis 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:◆Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna◆Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver◆Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected◆Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for helpThis 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.FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.IMPORTANT NOTE:FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENTThis equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
– 6 –“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”TAIWAN NCC根據國家通信傳播委員會低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法規定： 第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。本機限在不干擾合法電台與不受被干擾保障條件下於室內使用。減少電磁波影響，請妥適使用。安全諮詢及注意事項◆請使用原裝電源供應器或只能按照本產品注明的電源類型使用本產品。◆清潔本產品之前請先拔掉電源線。請勿使用液體、噴霧清潔劑或濕布進行清潔。◆注意防潮，請勿將水或其他液體潑灑到本產品上。 ◆插槽與開口供通風使用，以確保本產品的操作可靠並防止過熱，請勿堵塞或覆蓋開口。CE MARK WARNINGThis 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.NATIONAL RESTRICTIONSThis device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:Country Restriction Reason/RemarkBulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and public serviceFrance Outdoor use limited to 10 mW e.i.r.p. within the band 2454-2483.5 MHzMilitary Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is requiredLuxembourg None General authorization required for network and service supply(not for spectrum)
– 7 –NOTE: Do not use the product outdoors in France.EUROPE - EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITYThis device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:◆EN 60950-1:2006 + A11: 2009Safety of Information Technology Equipment.◆EN 300 328 V1.7.1: 2006-10Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems; Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive.◆EN 301 489-17 V1.8.1/ 2008-04EN 301 489-17 V2.1.1/ 2009-05Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2.4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment.◆EN 55022: 2006 + A1: 2007Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of information technology equipment.◆EN 55024: 1998 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2003Information technology equipment immunity characteristics limits and methods of measurement.◆EN 62311: 2008Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz).This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies.Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-ÅlesundRussian Federation None Only for indoor applicationsCountry Restriction Reason/Remark
– 8 –In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to telecommunications and/or network services.This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 - 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.This equipment may be operated in:The official CE certificate of conformity can be downloaded by selecting the relevant model/ part number from www.smc.com -> support -> download.BulgarianБългарскиС настоящето, SMC Networks декларира, че това безжично устройство е в съответствие със съществените изисквания и другите приложими разпоредби на Директива 1999/5/EC.CzechČeskySMC Networks tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radio LAN device je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.DanishDanskUndertegnede SMC Networks erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EFDutchNederlandsHierbij verklaart SMC Networks dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EGBij deze SMC Networks dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.English Hereby, SMC Networks, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.EstonianEestiKäesolevaga kinnitab SMC Networks seadme Radio LAN device vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.FinnishSuomiValmistaja SMC Networks vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.FrenchFrançaisPar la présente SMC Networks déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE
– 9 –SAFETY PRECAUTIONSRead the following information carefully before operating the device. Please follow the following precaution items to protect the device from risks and damage caused by fire and electric power:◆Use the power adapter that is included with the device package.◆Pay attention to the power load of the outlet or prolonged lines. An overburdened power outlet or damaged cords and plugs may cause electric shock or fire. Check the power cords regularly, if you find any damage, replace it at once.GermanDeutschHiermit erklärt SMC Networks, dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)GreekΕλληνικήμε την παρουσα SMC Networks δηλωνει οτι radio LAN device συμμορφωνεται προσ τισ ουσιωδεισ απαιτησεισ και τισ λοιπεσ σχετικεσ διαταξεισ τησ οδηγιασ 1999/5/εκ.HungarianMagyarAlulírott, SMC Networks nyilatkozom, hogy a Radio LAN device megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.ItalianItalianoCon la presente SMC Networks dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.LatvianLatviskiAr šo SMC Networks deklarē, ka Radio LAN device atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.LithuanianLietuviųŠiuo SMC Networks deklaruoja, kad šis Radio LAN device atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.MalteseMaltiHawnhekk, SMC Networks, jiddikjara li dan Radio LAN device jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.PolishPolskiNiniejszym SMC Networks oświadcza, że Radio LAN device jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.PortuguesePortuguêsSMC Networks declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.RomanianRomanăSMC Networks declară că acest dispozitiv fără fir respectă cerinţele esenţiale precum şi alte dispoziţii relevante ale Directivei 1999/5/EC.SlovakSlovenskySMC Networks týmto vyhlasuje, že Radio LAN device spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.SlovenianSlovenskoSMC Networks izjavlja, da je ta radio LAN device v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.SpanishEspañolPor medio de la presente SMC Networks declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CESwedishSvenskaHärmed intygar SMC Networks att denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.TurkishTurkSMC Networks bu kablosuz cihazın temel gereksinimleri ve 1999/5/EC yonergesindeki ilgili koşulları karşıladığını beyan eder.
– 10 –◆Proper space for heat dissipation is necessary to avoid any damage caused by device overheating. The ventilation holes on the device are designed for heat dissipation to ensure that the device works normally. Do not cover these ventilation holes.◆Do not put this device close to a place where a heat source exits or high temperature occurs. Avoid placing the device in direct sunshine.◆Do not put this device close to a place which is damp or wet. Do not spill any fluid on this device.◆Please follow the instructions in the user manual/quick install guide carefully to connect the device to your PC or other electronic product. Any invalid connection may cause a power or fire risk.◆Do not place this device on an unstable surface or support.PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉLisez attentivement les informations suivantes avant d’utiliser votre appareil. Respectez toutes les précautions afin de protéger l’appareil des risques et dégâts provoqués par un incendie et l’alimentation électrique :◆Utilisez exclusivement l’adaptateur d’alimentation fourni avec cet appareil.◆Faites attention à la puissance de charge de la prise de courant ou des rallonges électriques. Une prise surchargée ou des cordons et des fiches endommagés peuvent provoquer une électrocution ou un incendie. Vérifiez régulièrement votre câble électrique. Si vous constatiez le moindre défaut, remplacez-le immédiatement.◆Il est primordial de laisser suffisamment d’espace autour de l’appareil pour permettre la dissipation de la chaleur et éviter les dégâts provoqués par une surchauffe de l’appareil. Les orifices de ventilation de l’appareil sont conçus pour permettre la dissipation thermique et garantir le bon fonctionnement de l’appareil. Ne couvrez jamais ces orifices.◆Ne placez pas cet appareil à proximité d’une source de chaleur ou dans un endroit exposé à des températures élevées. Evitez également de l’exposer à la lumière directe du soleil.◆Ne placez pas cet appareil à proximité d’un lieu humide ou mouillé. Prenez garde à ne renverser aucun liquide sur cet appareil.◆Merci de suivre les instructions du manuel d'utilisateur / guide d’installation rapide attentivement pour connecter l'appareil à votre PC ou à tout autre produit électronique. Toute connexion non valide peut provoquer un problème électrique ou un risque d'incendie. ◆Ne placez pas cet appareil sur une surface ou un support instable.
– 11 –SICHERHEITSMAßNAHMENLesen Sie vor der Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes aufmerksam die nachstehenden Informationen. Bitte befolgen Sie die nachstehenden Sicherheitsmaßnahmen, damit das Gerät nicht beschädigt wird oder Gefahren durch Brand oder elektrische Energie entstehen:◆Verwenden Sie nur das beim Gerät mitgelieferte Netzteil.◆Achten Sie auf die Last der Steckdose oder des Verlängerungskabels. Eine überlastete Steckdose oder beschädigte Kabel und Stecker können Stromschläge und Brand verursachen. Prüfen Sie die Netzkabel regelmäßig. Ersetzen Sie sie umgehend, falls sie beschädigt sind.◆Achten Sie zur Vermeidung von Geräteschäden aufgrund von Überhitzung darauf, dass genügend Freiraum zur Wärmeabfuhr vorhanden ist. Die Belüftungsöffnungen am Gerät dienen der Wärmeabfuhr und damit der Gewährleistung eines normalen Gerätebetriebs. Decken Sie diese Belüftungsöffnungen nicht ab.◆Stellen Sie dieses Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wärmequellen oder an Orten mit hohen Temperaturen auf. Platzieren Sie das Gerät nicht im direkten Sonnenlicht.◆Stellen Sie dieses Gerät nicht an feuchten oder nassen Orten auf. Achten Sie darauf, keine Flüssigkeiten über dem Gerät zu verschütten.◆Befolgen Sie die Hinweise im Benutzerhandbuch (bzw. in der Kurzanleitung) zum Anschluß des Gerätes an einen PC oder ein anderes Elektrogerät. Jegliche unzulässige Verbindung birgt die Gefahr von Stromschlägen und Brandgefahr.◆Platzieren Sie dieses Gerät nicht auf einer instabilen Oberfläche oder Halterung.PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDADLea la siguiente información detenidamente antes de utilizar el dispositivo. Siga las indicaciones de precaución que se mencionan a continuación para proteger el dispositivo contra riesgos y daños causados por el fuego y la energía eléctrica:◆Utilice el adaptador de alimentación incluido en el paquete del dispositivo.◆Preste atención a la carga de potencia de la toma de corriente o de los alargadores. Una toma de corriente sobrecargada o líneas y enchufes dañados pueden provocar descargas eléctricas o un incendio. Compruebe los cables de alimentación con cierta frecuencia. Si detecta algún daño, reemplácelos inmediatamente.
– 12 –◆Deje un espacio adecuado para que se disipe el calor y evitar así cualquier daño en el dispositivo causado por sobrecalentamiento. Los orificios de ventilación del dispositivo están diseñados para disipar el calor y garantizar que dicho dispositivo funciona con normalidad. No tape estos orificios de ventilación.◆No coloque este dispositivo cerca de un lugar donde haya una fuente de calor o temperaturas elevadas. Evite exponer el dispositivo a la luz solar directa.◆No coloque este dispositivo junto a un lugar húmedo o mojado. No derrame ningún fluido sobre el dispositivo.◆Por favor, siga cuidadosamente las instrucciones que figuran en el manual/guía de instalación rápida para conectar el dispositivo a su PC o a cualquier otro producto electrónico. Cualquier conexión no válida podría causar riesgo de descarga o de incendio.◆No coloque este dispositivo en una superficie o soporte inestable.PRECAUÇÕES DE SEGURANÇALeia atentamente as seguintes informações antes de utilizar o dispositivo. Respeite as seguintes indicações de segurança para proteger o dispositivo contra riscos e danos causados por fogo e energia eléctrica:◆Utilize o transformador incluído na embalagem do dispositivo.◆Respeite a potência da tomada eléctrica e das extensões. Uma tomada eléctrica sobrecarregada ou cabos e fichas danificadas podem causar choques eléctricos ou fogo. Verifique regularmente os cabos de alimentação. Caso algum se encontre danificado, substitua-o imediatamente.◆É necessário deixar algum espaço livre em volta do dispositivo para dissipação de calor, de forma a evitar danos causados pelo sobreaquecimento do dispositivo. Os orifícios de ventilação do dispositivo foram concebidos para dissipar o calor e assegurar que o mesmo funciona normalmente. Não bloqueie esses orifícios de ventilação.◆Não coloque este dispositivo junto a fontes de calor ou em locais com temperaturas elevadas. Evite colocar o dispositivo sob luz solar directa.◆Não coloque este dispositivo junto a locais molhados ou com humidade. Não derrame líquidos sobre o dispositivo.◆Por favor siga atentamente as instruções do manual / guia de instalação rápida para conectar o dispositivo ao seu PC ou a qualquer outro dispositivo electrónico. Atenção que qualquer tipo de ligação inválida pode originar risco de choque eléctrico ou de incêndio.◆Não coloque este dispositivo numa superfície ou suporte instáveis.
– 13 –BSMI NOTICE在進行安裝及設定之前，建議您先閱讀以下注意事項：1. 確認寬頻的線路是否正常：請先確認當 ADSL 或 Cable 或是對外的線路，直接結到您的電腦時，是否能正常的連接到網際網路。2. 移除撥號軟體：若您已經安裝 ISP 所提供的 ADSL 撥接（號）軟體，請先將其移除后再開始進行連線設定。3. 系統需求：本產品只需要使用網頁瀏覽器 （Browser）來進行設定安裝，不需要額外安裝任何程式，在開始設定之前，建議您使用 Internet Explorer 6.0 或更新的版本來進行安裝設定。4. 設定時無需連上網際網路 （Internet），只需要透過區域連線 （LAN）即可進行設定。 ※ 僅需從電腦端拉一條網路線連接至 SMCWBR14S-N5 的 LAN 埠，WAN 埠則先不要連上 ISP 線路。此動作作用是用來確認您可以正常連到此設備。5. SMCWBR14S-N5只需要設定一次，其餘要透過 SMCWBR14S-N5 的電腦或者設備只需要做相關的 TCP/IP 設定即可。
– 14 –ABOUT THIS GUIDEPURPOSE This guide details the hardware features of the wireless router, including its physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the device and use its configuration software.AUDIENCE This guide is for PC users with a working knowledge of computers. You should be familiar with Windows operating system concepts.CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information:NOTE: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or instructions.CAUTION: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage the system or equipment.WARNING: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.RELATED PUBLICATIONS The following publication gives basic information on how to install and use the wireless router.Quick Installation GuideAlso, as part of the wireless router’s software, there is online help that describes all configuration related features.REVISION HISTORY This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.DECEMBER 2012 REVISIONThis is the sixth revision of this guide. It includes the following change:◆Added Operation Mode Configuration.OCTOBER 2012 REVISIONThis is the fifth revision of this guide. It includes the following change:
– 15 –ABOUT THIS GUIDE◆Add BSMI Notice to the Compliances section.SEPTEMBER 2012 REVISIONThis is the fourth revision of this guide. It includes the following change:◆Updated the Compliances section.NOVEMBER 2011 REVISIONThis is the third revision of this guide. It includes the following change:◆Updated the Compliances section.SEPTEMBER 2011 REVISIONThis is the second revision of this guide. It includes the following change:◆Updated the Compliances section.JULY 2011 REVISIONThis is the first revision of this guide.
– 16 –CONTENTSWARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION 4COMPLIANCES 5ABOUT THIS GUIDE 14CONTENTS 16FIGURES 19TABLES 231INTRODUCTION 24Overview of the Router 24Main Features 25Key Hardware Features 25Package Contents 26Front Panel 26LED Indicators 26WPS Button 27Rear Panel 27Wireless Antennas 27Power 27Ethernet WAN Port 28Ethernet LAN Ports 282CONNECTING THE ROUTER 29System Requirements 29Installation Environment Requirements 29Connecting the Router 29Connecting the Router in Router Mode 29Connecting the Router in Client Mode 303QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDE 32TCP/IP Configuration 32
CONTENTS– 17 –Quick Installation Guide 344CONFIGURING THE ROUTER 40Login 40Status 41Quick Setup 42WPS 42Operation Mode 49Network 50LAN 50WAN 51MAC Clone (Router Mode Only) 59Wireless 59Wireless Settings(Router Mode) 60Wireless Settings(Client Mode) 62Wireless Security 64Wireless MAC Filtering 68 Wireless Advanced 70Wireless Statistics 72DHCP 72DHCP Settings 73DHCP Clients List 74Address Reservation 74Forwarding 76Virtual Servers 76Port Triggering 78DMZ 80UPnP 81Security 82Basic Security 82Advanced Security 83Local Management 85Remote Management 85Parental Control 86Access Control 89
CONTENTS– 18 –Rule 89Host 92Target 94Schedule 97Advanced Routing 99Bandwidth Control 100IP & MAC Binding 101Binding Setting 102ARP List 103DDNS 104System Tools 107Time Settings 107Diagnostic 109Firmware Upgrade 110Factory Defaults 111Backup & Restore 112Reboot 112Password 113System Log 114Statistics 116ACONFIGURING THE PC 118Install TCP/IP Components 118BFAQ 122How do I configure the Router for Internet access by ADSL users? 122How do I configure the Router for Internet access by Ethernet users? 123I want to use Netmeeting, what do I need to do? 124I want to build a WEB Server on the LAN, what should I do? 126Wireless stations cannot connect to the Router 127CSPECIFICATIONS 129GLOSSARY 131INDEX 133
– 19 –FIGURESFigure 1: Front Panel 26Figure 2: Rear Panel 27Figure 3: Router Mode 30Figure 4: Client Router Mode 31Figure 5: Success Result of a Ping Command 33Figure 6: Failure of a Ping Command 33Figure 7: Log in to the Router 34Figure 8: Windows Login 34Figure 9: Quick Setup 35Figure 10: Operation Mode 35Figure 11: Choose the WAN Connection Type 35Figure 12: Quick Setup – PPPoE 36Figure 13: Quick Setup - Static IP 36Figure 14: Quick Setup – Wireless 37Figure 15: Quick Setup – Finish 38Figure 16: Quick Setup - Finish 39Figure 17: The Main Menu 40Figure 18: Status 41Figure 19: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) 42Figure 20: Front Panel 43Figure 21: WPS Button 43Figure 22: WPS-Wireless Configuration Completed 44Figure 23: Front Panel 44Figure 24: WPS-Push the button on my access point 45Figure 25: WPS-Wireless Configuration Completed 45Figure 26: Add A New Device 46Figure 27: WPS-Push the button on my access point 46Figure 28: WPS-Wireless Configuration Completed 47Figure 29: Add Device 47Figure 30: WPS-Enter a PIN into my access point 48Figure 31: WPS-Enter a PIN from my access point 49
CONTENTS– 20 –Figure 32: Operation Mode 49Figure 33: The Network Menu 50Figure 34: LAN 50Figure 35: WAN-Dynamic IP 51Figure 36: WAN-Static IP 52Figure 37: WAN-PPPoE 53Figure 38: WAN-PPPoE Advanced Settings 55Figure 39: WAN-L2TP 56Figure 40: WAN-PPTP 57Figure 41: MAC Address Clone 59Figure 42: Wireless Menu 60Figure 43: Wireless Settings (Router Mode) 60Figure 44: Note Dialog 61Figure 45: Enable WDS 62Figure 46: Wireless Settings (Client Router Mode) 63Figure 47: Wireless Security 65Figure 48: WEP 65Figure 49: WPA/WPA2 67Figure 50: WPA-PSK 67Figure 51: Wireless MAC Address Filtering 68Figure 52: Add or Modify Wireless MAC Address Filtering Entry 69Figure 53: Filtering Rules 70Figure 54: Wireless Advanced 70Figure 55: Wireless Statistics 72Figure 56: The DHCP Menu 72Figure 57: DHCP Settings 73Figure 58: DHCP Clients List 74Figure 59: Address Reservation 75Figure 60: Add or Modify an Address Reservation Entry 75Figure 61: The Forwarding Menu 76Figure 62: Virtual Servers 76Figure 63: Add or Modify a Virtual Server Entry 77Figure 64: Port Triggering 78Figure 65: Add or Modify a Triggering Entry 79Figure 66: DMZ 80Figure 67: UPnP 81
CONTENTS– 21 –Figure 68: The Security Menu 82Figure 69: Basic Security 82Figure 70: Advanced Security 83Figure 71: Local Management 85Figure 72: Remote Management 85Figure 73: Parental Control Settings 86Figure 74: Add or Modify Parental Control Entry 88Figure 75: Parental Control Settings 89Figure 76: Access Control 89Figure 77: Access Control Rule Management 90Figure 78: Add or Modity Internet Access Control Entry 91Figure 79: Host Settings 92Figure 80: Add or Modify an IP Host Entry 93Figure 81: Add or Modify a MAC Host Entry 93Figure 82: Target Settings 94Figure 83: Add or Modify an IP Access Target Entry 95Figure 84: Add or Modify a Domain Name Access Target Entry 96Figure 85: Target Setting 96Figure 86: Schedule Settings 97Figure 87: Advanced Schedule Settings 98Figure 88: Static Routing 99Figure 89: Add or Modify a Static Route Entry 99Figure 90: Bandwidth Control 100Figure 91: The IP & MAC Binding Menu 101Figure 92: Binding Setting 102Figure 93: IP & MAC Binding Setting (Add & Modify) 102Figure 94: Find IP & MAC Binding Entry 103Figure 95: ARP List 103Figure 96: Dyndns.org DDNS Settings 105Figure 97: No-ip.com DDNS Settings 105Figure 98: Comexe.cn DDNS Settings 106Figure 99: The System Tools Menu 107Figure 100: Time Settings 107Figure 101: Diagnostic Tools 109Figure 102: Diagnostic Results 110Figure 103: Firmware Upgrade 110
CONTENTS– 22 –Figure 104: Restore Factory Default 111Figure 105: Backup & Restore Configuration 112Figure 106: Reboot 112Figure 107: Password 113Figure 108: System Log 114Figure 109: Mail Account Settings 115Figure 110: Statistics 116Figure 111: TCP/IP 118Figure 112: Internet Protocol 119Figure 113: Internet Protocol Properties 120Figure 114: Setting the IP Address Manually 121Figure 115: PPPoE Connection Type 122Figure 116: PPPoE Connection Mode 122Figure 117: MAC Clone 123Figure 118: Virtual Servers 124Figure 119: Add or Modify a Virtual Server Entry 124Figure 120: DMZ 125Figure 121: Basic Security 126Figure 122: Remote Management 126Figure 123: Virtual Servers 127Figure 124: Add or Modify a Virtual Server Entry 127
– 23 –TABLESTable 1: Key Hardware Features 25Table 2: LED Behavior 26
– 24 –1INTRODUCTIONOVERVIEW OF THE ROUTERThe Barricade™ SMCWBR14S-N5 150Mbps 4-Port Wireless Broadband Router delivers exceptional range and speed, which can fully meet the needs of Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks and users demanding higher network performance. The router integrates a 4-port switch, firewall, NAT router, and wireless access point (AP). INCREDIBLE SPEEDThe SMCWBR14S-N5 provides up to 150 Mbps wireless connections with other 802.11n wireless clients, and the speed makes the routers ideal for handling multiple data streams at the same time, which ensures your network remains stable and smooth. The routers are compatible with all IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b products.MULTIPLE SECURITY PROTECTIONSWith multiple protection measures, including SSID broadcast control, 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption, Wi-Fi protected Access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK), as well as advanced firewall protection, the routers provide complete data privacy. FLEXIBLE ACCESS CONTROLThe routers provide flexible access control, so that parents or network administrators can establish restricted access policies for children or staff. It also supports Virtual Server and DMZ host for Port Triggering, and then the network administrators can manage and monitor the network in real time with the remote management function. SIMPLE INSTALLATIONSince the routers are compatible with all major operating systems, it is easy to manage. A Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed step-by-step instructions are provided in this User Guide. Before installing the router, read through this guide to understand all the router’s features.
CHAPTER 1 | IntroductionMain Features– 25 –MAIN FEATURES◆IEEE 802.11n wireless technology provides a wireless data rate of up to 150 Mbps.◆One 10/100 Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 WAN port, four 10/100 Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 LAN ports, supporting Auto MDI/MDIX.◆Provides WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication, TKIP/AES encryption security.◆Shares data and Internet access for users, supporting dynamic IP/static IP/PPPoE Internet access.◆Supports Virtual Server, Forwarding, and DMZ host.◆Supports UPnP, DDNS, Static Routing.◆Provides automatic and scheduled connection to the Internet.◆Connects to the Internet on demand, and disconnects from the Internet when idle for PPPoE.◆Built-in NAT and DHCP server supporting static IP address assignment.◆Supports Stateful Packet Inspection.◆Supports VPN Passthrough.◆Supports Parental Control and Access Control.◆Provides 64/128/152-bit WEP encryption security and wireless LAN ACL (Access Control List).◆Supports Flow Statistics.◆Supports firmware upgrade and Web management.KEY HARDWARE FEATURESThe following table describes the main hardware features of the Router.Table 1: Key Hardware Features Feature DescriptionWAN Port One 100BASE-TX RJ-45 port for connecting to the Internet.LAN Port Four 100BASE-TX RJ-45 ports for local network connections.WPS Button For WPS security and resetting the unit.LEDs Provides LED indicators for Power, WAN port, LAN port, and WLAN status.
CHAPTER 1 | IntroductionPackage Contents– 26 –PACKAGE CONTENTSThe following items should be found in your package:◆SMCWBR14S-N5 150Mbps 4-Port Wireless Broadband Router,◆AC Power Adapter◆Quick Installation Guide◆Resource CD, including:◆This Guide◆Other Helpful InformationNOTE: Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact with your distributor.FRONT PANEL Figure 1: Front PanelLED INDICATORS The Router includes eight status LED indicators, as described in the following table.Table 2: LED BehaviorLED Status DescriptionPower On The unit is receiving power and is operating normally.Off There is no power currently being supplied to the unit.System On The Router is initializing or may have a system error.Blinking The Router is working properly.Off The Router has a system error.WLAN On/Blinking The Wireless function is enabled.Off The Wireless function is disabled.
CHAPTER 1 | IntroductionRear Panel– 27 –WPS BUTTON Push this button to start WPS authentication of a wireless device. Push and hold down this button for more than 5 seconds to reset the unit.NOTE: After a device is successfully added to the network by WPS, the WPS LED will remain on for about 5 minutes and then turn off. When press and hold the WPS Button for more than 5 seconds, you will reset the router.REAR PANELFigure 2: Rear PanelThe following items are located on the rear panel (from left to right).WIRELESS ANTENNAS Receives and transmits wireless data.POWER The Power socket is where you connect the power adapter. Use the power adapter provided with the Router.WAN LAN (1-4) On There is a device linked to the corresponding port, but there is no activity.Blinking There is an active device linked to the corresponding port.Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port.WPS On A wireless device has been successfully added to the network by WPS. The LED will remain on for about 5 minutes.Slow Blinking A wireless device is connecting to the network by WPS. This process lasts for about 2 minutes.Off WPS is not in progress.Table 2: LED Behavior (Continued)LED Status Description
CHAPTER 1 | IntroductionRear Panel– 28 –ETHERNET WAN PORT This WAN port is where you connect the DSL/cable Modem. ETHERNET LANPORTSLAN1,2,3,4: These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to local PCs.
– 29 –2CONNECTING THE ROUTERSYSTEM REQUIREMENTSYou must meet the following minimum requirements:◆Broadband Internet Access Service (DSL/Cable/Ethernet)◆One DSL/Cable Modem that has an RJ-45 connector.◆PCs with working Ethernet adapters and Ethernet cables with RJ-45 connectors. ◆TCP/IP protocol on each PC.◆Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple Safari.INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS◆Place the Router in a well ventilated place far from any heater or heating vent ◆Avoid direct exposure to any strong light (such as sunlight)◆Keep at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space around the Router◆Operating Temperature: 0 °C ~ 40 °C (32 °F ~ 104 °F)◆Operating Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH, Non-condensingCONNECTING THE ROUTERBefore installing the Router, make sure your PC is successfullyconnected to the Internet through the broadband service. If there are any problems, first contact your ISP. After that, install the Router according to the following steps. CONNECTING THEROUTER IN ROUTERMODE1. Power off your PC, Cable/DSL Modem, and the Router.
CHAPTER 2 | Connecting the RouterConnecting the Router– 30 –2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your network. The place must meet the Installation Environment Requirements. 3. Adjust the direction of the antennas. Normally, upright is the best direction.4. Connect PCs and any switch in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the Router, as shown in Figure 3. 5. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the Router, as shown in Figure 3.6. Connect the AC power adapter to the power socket on the Router, and the other end into an electrical outlet. The Router will start to work automatically.7. Power on your PC and Cable/DSL Modem.Figure 3: Router ModeCONNECTING THEROUTER IN CLIENTMODE1. Power off your PC, Cable/DSL Modem, and the Router. 2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place is usually at the center of your network. The place must meet the Installation Environment Requirements. 3. Adjust the direction of the antennas. Normally, upright is the best direction.4. Connect PCs and any switch in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the Router, as shown in Figure 4. 5. Connect the AC power adapter to the power socket on the Router, and the other end into an electrical outlet. The Router will start to work automatically.PCNoteboookCable Modem
CHAPTER 2 | Connecting the RouterConnecting the Router– 31 –Figure 4: Client Router ModeWISP SignalNoteboook PC
– 32 –3QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDEThis chapter shows you how to quickly configure the basic functions of your Router using the Quick Setup Wizard.TCP/IP CONFIGURATIONThe default IP address of the Router is 192.168.2.1. And the default Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. These values can be changed as you desire. In this guide, all the default values are used for descriptions.Connect local PCs to the LAN ports of the Router. And then you can configure the IP address for your PC in the following two ways.CONFIGURE THE IP ADDRESS MANUALLY1. Set up the TCP/IP Protocol for your PC. If you need instructions on how to do this, refer to Appendix A: “Configuring the PC” on page 118.2. Configure the network parameters. The IP address is 192.168.2.xxx (“xxx” is any number from 2 to 254), Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0, and Gateway is 192.168.2.1 (the Router's default IP address).OBTAIN AN IP ADDRESS AUTOMATICALLY1. Set the TCP/IP Protocol to “Obtain an IP address automatically” mode on your PC. If you need instructions as to how to do this, refer to Appendix A: “Configuring the PC” on page 118.2. Then the built-in DHCP server will assign IP address for the PC.Now you can run the Ping command at the command prompt to verify the network connection between your PC and the Router. The following example is for Windows 2000.Open a command prompt and type “ping 192.168.2.1”, and then press Enter.If the result displayed is similar to the Figure 5 on page 33, it means a connection between your PC and the Router has been established.
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideTCP/IP Configuration– 33 –Figure 5: Success Result of a Ping CommandIf the result displayed is similar to Figure 6, it means the connection between your PC and the Router has failed.Figure 6: Failure of a Ping CommandFollow these steps to check the connection:1. Is the connection between your PC and the Router correct?The LAN port LED on the Router and the LED on your PC's adapter should be on.2. Is the TCP/IP configuration for your PC correct?
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 34 –If the Router's IP address is 192.168.2.1, your PC's IP address must be within the range of 192.168.2.2 ~ 192.168.2.254.QUICK INSTALLATION GUIDEUsing the Web-based utility, it is easy to configure and manage the Router. The Web-based utility can be used on any Windows, Macintosh, or UNIX system with a Web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Apple Safari.1. To access the configuration utility, open a web-browser and type in the default address http://192.168.2.1 in the address field of the browser.Figure 7: Log in to the RouterAfter a moment, a login window appears similar to Figure 8. Enter “admin” for the User Name and “smcadmin” for the Password, both in lower case letters. Then click the OK button or press the Enter key.Figure 8: Windows LoginNOTE: If the above screen does not display, it means that your Web-browser has been set to a proxy. Go to Tools menu>Internet Options>Connections>LAN Settings, and in the screen that displays, cancel the “Using Proxy” checkbox, and click OK.2. After successfully logging in, click “Quick Setup” to quickly configure your Router.
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 35 –Figure 9: Quick Setup3. After successfully logging in, click “Quick Setup” to quickly configure your Router. Select Wireless Router mode for an Internet connection through a DSL/cable modem connected to the WAN port. Select Wireless Client Router mode for an Internet connection through a wireless service provider. Figure 10: Operation Mode4. Click Next. The WAN Connection Type page will appear, as shown in Figure 11.Figure 11: Choose the WAN Connection TypeThe Router supports three popular ways (PPPoE, Dynamic IP, and Static IP) to connect to the Internet. It is recommended that you make use of the auto-detect function. If you are sure of what kind of connection type your ISP provides, you can select the type and click Next to go on configuring.a. If the connection type detected is PPPoE, the screen shown in Figure 12 will display.
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 36 –Figure 12: Quick Setup – PPPoE ●User Name and Password — Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. These fields are case sensitive. If you have difficulty with this process, contact your ISP.b. If the connection type detected is Dynamic IP, the screen shown in Figure 14 will display. You can then continue with the wireless configuration.c. If the connection type detected is Static IP, the screen shown in Figure 13 will display. Figure 13: Quick Setup - Static IP ●IP Address - This is the WAN IP address as seen by external users on the Internet (including your ISP). Enter the IP address into the field.●Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask is used for the WAN IP address, it is usually 255.255.255.0.●Default Gateway - Enter the gateway IP address into the box, if required.●Primary DNS - Enter the DNS Server IP address into the box, if required.●Secondary DNS - If your ISP provides another DNS server, enter it into this field.5. Click Next to continue. The Wireless settings page will appear, as shown in Figure 14.
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 37 –Figure 14: Quick Setup – Wireless■Wireless Radio - Enable or disable the wireless radio choosing from the pull-down list. ■SSID - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same name of SSID (Service Set Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. Considering your wireless network security, the default SSID is set to “SMC”. This value is case-sensitive. For example, “TEST” is NOT the same as “test”.■Region - Select your region from the pull-down list. This field specifies the region where the wireless function of the Router can be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless function of the Router in a region other than one of those specified in this field. If your country or region is not listed, contact your local government agency for assistance.■Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used. The default channel is set to Auto, so the AP will choose the best channel automatically. It is not necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby access point.■Mode - This field determines the wireless mode in which the Router works.■Channel Width - Select any channel width from the pull-down list. The default setting is automatic, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.■Disable Security - The wireless security function can be enabled or disabled. If disabled, the wireless stations will be able to connect
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 38 –the Router without encryption. It is recommended strongly that you choose one of following options to enable security.■WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK - Select WPA based on pre-shared passphrase. ●PSK Password - You can enter ASCII or Hexadecimal characters. For ASCII, the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to 9 and any letters A to Z, the length should be between 8 and 63 characters.For Hexadecimal, the key can be made up of any numbers 0 to 9 and letters A to F, the length should be between 8 and 64 characters.Please also note the key is case sensitive, this means that upper and lower case keys will affect the outcome. It would also be a good idea to write down the key and all related wireless security settings. ■No Change - If you chose this option, wireless security configuration will not change.These settings are only for basic wireless parameters. For advanced settings, please refer to “Wireless” on page 59. 6. Click the Next button. You will then see the Finish page. If you don’t make any changes on the Wireless page, you will see the Finish page, as shown in Figure 15. Click the Finish button to finish the Quick Setup. Figure 15: Quick Setup – FinishIf there is something changed on the Wireless page, you will see the Finish page as shown in Figure 16. Click the Reboot button to make your wireless configuration to take effect and finish the Quick Setup.
CHAPTER 3 | Quick Installation GuideQuick Installation Guide– 39 –Figure 16: Quick Setup - Finish
– 40 –4CONFIGURING THE ROUTERThis chapter shows each Web page's key functions and the configuration method.LOGINAfter successful login, you see the main menu on the left of the Web page. On the right, there are the corresponding explanations and instructions.Figure 17: The Main MenuThe detailed explanations for each Web page’s key functions are listed below.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterStatus– 41 –STATUSThe Status page provides the current status information about the Router. All information is read-only.Figure 18: Status
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterQuick Setup– 42 –QUICK SETUPRefer to “Quick Installation Guide” on page 32.WPSThis section shows how to quickly add a new wireless device to an existing network using WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). 1. Select WPS from the menu. You will see the next screen, as shown in Figure 19. Figure 19: WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) ■WPS Status - Enable or disable the WPS function here. ■Current PIN - The current value of the Router's PIN is displayed here. The default PIN of the Router can be found in the label or User Guide. ■Restore PIN - Restore the PIN of the Router to its default. ■Gen New PIN - Click this button, and then you can get a new random value for the Router's PIN. You can ensure the network security by generating a new PIN. ■Add device - You can add a new device to the existing network manually by clicking this button. TO ADD A NEW DEVICE:If the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can establish a wireless connection between wireless adapter and Router using either Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method.NOTE: To make a successful connection using WPS, you should also perform the corresponding WPS configuration on the new device.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 43 –For the configuration of a new device, this example uses an SMC Wireless Adapter.BY PBCIf the wireless adapter supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup and the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method, you can add it to the network by PBC with the following two methods.Method One:1. Enable the WPS function from Web management page. 2. Press the WPS button on the front panel of the Router.Figure 20: Front Panel3. Press and hold the WPS button of the wireless client for 2 or 3 seconds.Figure 21: WPS Button4. Wait until the next screen appears. Click Finish to complete the WPS configuration.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 44 –Figure 22: WPS-Wireless Configuration Completed Method Two:1. Enable the WPS function from Web management page. 2. Press the WPS button on the front panel of the Router.Figure 23: Front Panel3. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, select “Push the button on my access point” in the WPS configuration, as below, and click Next.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 45 –Figure 24: WPS-Push the button on my access point4. Wait until the next screen appears. Click Finish to complete the WPS configuration.Figure 25: WPS-Wireless Configuration Completed Method Three:1. Keep the default WPS Status as Enabled and click the “Add device” button in Figure 26, then the following screen will appear.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 46 –Figure 26: Add A New Device2. Select “Press the button of the new device in two minutes” and click Connect.3. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, select “Push the button on my access point” in the WPS configuration utility, as below, and click Next. Figure 27: WPS-Push the button on my access point4. Wait until the next screen appears. Click Finish to complete the WPS configuration.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 47 –Figure 28: WPS-Wireless Configuration CompletedBY PINIf the new device supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup and the PIN method, you can add it to the network by PIN with the following two methods.Method One: Enter the PIN into my Router.1. Keep the default WPS Status as Enabled and click the “Add device” button in Figure 29, then the following screen will appear.Figure 29: Add Device2. Select “Enter the new device's PIN” and enter the PIN code of the wireless adapter in the field after PIN, as shown in the figure above. Then click Connect.NOTE: The PIN code of the adapter is always displayed on the WPS configuration screen.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWPS– 48 –3. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, selected “Enter a PIN into my access point or a registrar” in the WPS configuration, as below, and click Next. Figure 30: WPS-Enter a PIN into my access pointNOTE: In this example, the default PIN code of the adapter is 16952898, as shown in the above figure.Method Two: Enter the PIN from my Router.1. Read the Current PIN code of the Router in Figure 26 (each Router has its unique PIN code. This example has the Router PIN code 12345670).2. For the configuration of the wireless adapter, select “Enter a PIN from my access point” in the WPS configuration utility, as below, and enter the PIN code of the Router into the field after “Access Point PIN”. Then click Next.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterOperation Mode– 49 –Figure 31: WPS-Enter a PIN from my access pointNOTE: The default PIN code of the Router can be found on its label, or in the WPS configuration screen, as shown in Figure 26.Then the new device successfully connected to the network.NOTE: The WPS LED on the Router will turn on green for five minutes when a device has been successfully added to the network.NOTE: The WPS function cannot be configured if the wireless function of the Router is disabled. Make sure the wireless function is enabled before configuring WPS.OPERATION MODEThe Router supports two operation mode types: Wireless Router and Wireless Client Router mode. Click Save to save your choice, which is shown as Figure 32. Figure 32: Operation Mode
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 50 –◆Wireless Router - In this mode, the device enables multiple users to share a single Internet connection through a DSL/cable modem. All wireless client users share the same Internet connection through the Ethernet WAN port as LAN port users. ◆Wireless Client Router - In this mode, the device enables multiple users to share a single Internet connection from a wireless Internet service provider (WISP). The LAN port devices share the WISP connection, where the wireless port operates as a WAN port in wireless client mode. NETWORKThere are three submenus under the Network menu (shown in Figure 33): LAN,WAN and MAC Clone. Click any of them to configure the corresponding function.Figure 33: The Network MenuLAN Choose menu “Network-> LAN”, you can configure the IP parameters of the LAN on the screen as below.Figure 34: LAN◆MAC Address - The physical address of the Router, as seen from the LAN. The value cannot be changed.◆IP Address - Enter the IP address of your Router or reset it in dotted-decimal notation (factory default: 192.168.2.1).◆Subnet Mask - An address code that determines the size of the network. Normally use 255.255.255.0 as the subnet mask.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 51 –NOTE: If you change the IP Address of LAN, you must use the new IP Address to login the Router. NOTE: If the new LAN IP Address you set is not in the same subnet, the IP Address pool of the DHCP server will change accordingly at the same time, while the Virtual Server and DMZ Host will not take effect until they are re-configured.WAN Select “Network>WAN”, you can configure the IP parameters of the WAN on the screen below.1. If your ISP provides the DHCP service, choose Dynamic IP, and the Router will automatically receive IP parameters from your ISP. You can see the page as follows (Figure 35).Figure 35: WAN-Dynamic IP This page displays the WAN IP parameters assigned dynamically by your ISP, including IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, etc. Click the Renew button to renew the IP parameters from your ISP. Click the Release button to release the IP parameters.◆MTU Size - The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for most Ethernet networks is 1500 Bytes. It is not recommended that you change the default MTU Size unless required by your ISP.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 52 –◆Use These DNS Servers - If your ISP gives you one or two DNS addresses, select Use These DNS Servers and enter the primary and secondary addresses into the correct fields. Otherwise, the DNS servers will be assigned dynamically from your ISP. NOTE: If you find an error when you go to a Web site after entering the DNS addresses, it is likely that your DNS servers are set up improperly. You should contact your ISP to check the DNS server addresses. ◆Get IP with Unicast DHCP - Some ISP DHCP servers do not support broadcast applications. If you cannot get the IP Address normally, you can choose this option. (It is rarely required.)Click the Save button to save your settings.2. If your ISP provides a static or fixed IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and DNS setting, select Static IP. The Static IP settings page will appear, shown in Figure 36.Figure 36: WAN-Static IP ◆IP Address - Enter the IP address in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP.◆Subnet Mask - Enter the subnet Mask in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP, usually is 255.255.255.0.◆Default Gateway - Enter the gateway IP address in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP.◆MTU Size - The normal MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit) value for most Ethernet networks is 1500 Bytes. It is not recommended that you change the default MTU Size unless required by your ISP.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 53 –◆Primary/Secondary DNS - (Optional) Enter one or two DNS addresses in dotted-decimal notation provided by your ISP.Click the Save button to save your settings.3. If your ISP provides a PPPoE connection, select PPPoE option. And you should enter the following parameters (Figure 37):Figure 37: WAN-PPPoE ◆User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. These fields are case-sensitive.◆Secondary Connection - It is available only for PPPoE Connection. If your ISP provides an extra Connection type such as Dynamic/Static IP to connect to a local area network, then you can check the radio button of Dynamic/Static IP to activate this secondary connection.■Disabled - The Secondary Connection is disabled by default, so there is PPPoE connection only. This is recommended.■Dynamic IP - You can check this radio button to use Dynamic IP as the secondary connection to connect to the local area network provided by ISP.■Static IP - You can check this radio button to use Static IP as the secondary connection to connect to the local area network provided by ISP.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 54 –◆Connect on Demand - In this mode, the Internet connection can be terminated automatically after a specified inactivity period (Max Idle Time) and be re-established when you attempt to access the Internet again. If you want your Internet connection keeps active all the time, please enter “0” in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet access disconnects.◆Connect Automatically - The connection can be re-established automatically when it was down.◆Time-based Connecting - The connection will only be established in the period from the start time to the end time (both are in HH:MM format). NOTE: Only when you have configured the system time on System Tools -> Time page, will the Time-based Connecting function can take effect. ◆Connect Manually - You can click the Connect/ Disconnect button to connect/disconnect immediately. This mode also supports the Max Idle Time function as Connect on Demand mode. The Internet connection can be disconnected automatically after a specified inactivity period and re-established when you attempt to access the Internet again. CAUTION: Sometimes the connection cannot be terminated although you specify a time to Max Idle Time, since some applications are visiting the Internet continually in the background.4. If you want to do some advanced configurations, please click the Advanced button, and the page shown in Figure 38 will then appear:
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 55 –Figure 38: WAN-PPPoE Advanced Settings ◆MTU Size - The default MTU size is “1480” bytes, which is usually fine. It is not recommended that you change the default MTU Size unless required by your ISP.◆Service Name/AC Name - The service name and AC (Access Concentrator) name, which should not be configured unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP. In most cases, leaving these fields blank will work.◆ISP Specified IP Address - If your ISP does not automatically assign IP addresses to the Router during login, please click “Use IP address specified by ISP” check box and enter the IP address provided by your ISP in dotted-decimal notation.◆Detect Online Interval - The Router will detect Access Concentrator online at every interval. The default value is “0”. You can input the value between “0”and “120”. The value “0” means no detect.◆DNS IP address - If your ISP does not automatically assign DNS addresses to the Router during login, please click “Use the following DNS servers” check box and enter the IP address in dotted-decimal notation of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it as well.Click the Save button to save your settings.5. If your ISP provides L2TP connection, please select L2TP option. And you should enter the following parameters (Figure 39):
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 56 –Figure 39: WAN-L2TP ◆User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. These fields are case-sensitive.◆Dynamic IP/ Static IP - Choose either as you are given by your ISP. Click the Connect button to connect immediately. Click the Disconnect button to disconnect immediately.◆Connect on Demand - You can configure the Router to disconnect from your Internet connection after a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain active at all times, enter 0 in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection terminates.◆Connect Automatically - Connect automatically after the Router is disconnected. To use this option, click the radio button.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 57 –◆Connect Manually - You can configure the Router to make it connect or disconnect manually. After a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time), the Router will disconnect from your Internet connection, and you will not be able to re-establish your connection automatically as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain active at all times, enter "0" in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number in minutes that you wish to have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is requested.CAUTION: Sometimes the connection cannot be disconnected although you specify a time to Max Idle Time, since some applications is visiting the Internet continually in the background.6. If your ISP provides PPTP connection, please select PPTP option. And you should enter the following parameters (Figure 40):Figure 40: WAN-PPTP ◆User Name/Password - Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP. These fields are case-sensitive.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterNetwork– 58 –◆Dynamic IP/ Static IP - Choose either as you are given by your ISP and enter the ISP’s IP address or the domain name. If you choose static IP and enter the domain name, you should also enter the DNS assigned by your ISP. And click the Save button. Click the Connect button to connect immediately. Click the Disconnect button to disconnect immediately.◆Connect on Demand - You can configure the Router to disconnect from your Internet connection after a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain active at all times, enter 0 in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet connection terminates.◆Connect Automatically - Connect automatically after the Router is disconnected. To use this option, click the radio button.◆Connect Manually - You can configure the Router to make it connect or disconnect manually. After a specified period of inactivity (Max Idle Time), the Router will disconnect from your Internet connection, and you will not be able to re-establish your connection automatically as soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. To use this option, click the radio button. If you want your Internet connection to remain active at all times, enter "0" in the Max Idle Time field. Otherwise, enter the number in minutes that you wish to have the Internet connecting last unless a new link is requested.CAUTION: Sometimes the connection cannot be disconnected although you specify a time to Max Idle Time, since some applications are visiting the Internet continually in the background.NOTE: If you do not know how to choose the appropriate connection type, click the Detect button to allow the Router to automatically search your Internet connection for servers and protocols. The connection type will be reported when an active Internet service is successfully detected by the Router. This report is for your reference only. To make sure the connection type your ISP provides, please refer to the ISP. The various types of Internet connections that the Router can detect are as follows:■PPPoE - Connections which use PPPoE that requires a user name and password. ■Dynamic IP - Connections which use dynamic IP address assignment. ■Static IP - Connections which use static IP address assignment.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 59 –The Router can not detect PPTP/L2TP/BigPond connections with your ISP. If your ISP uses one of these protocols, then you must configure your connection manually.MAC CLONE(ROUTER MODE ONLY)Choose menu “Network->MAC Clone”, you can configure the MAC address of the WAN on the screen below, Figure 41:Figure 41: MAC Address Clone Some ISPs require that you register the MAC Address of your adapter. Changes are rarely needed here.◆WAN MAC Address - This field displays the current MAC address of the WAN port. If your ISP requires you to register the MAC address, please enter the correct MAC address into this field in XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX format (X is any hexadecimal digit). ◆Your PC's MAC Address - This field displays the MAC address of the PC that is managing the Router. If the MAC address is required, you can click the Clone MAC Address To button and this MAC address will fill in the WAN MAC Address field.Click Restore Factory MAC to restore the MAC address of WAN port to the factory default value.Click the Save button to save your settings.NOTE: Only the PC on your LAN can use the MAC Address Clone function.WIRELESSThere are five submenus under the Wireless menu (shown in Figure 42): Wireless Settings, Wireless Security, Wireless MAC Filtering, Wireless Advanced, and Wireless Statistics. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 60 –Figure 42: Wireless MenuWIRELESS SETTINGS(ROUTER MODE)Choose menu Wireless -> Wireless Setting; you can configure the basic settings for the wireless network on this page.The wireless settings section displays configuration settings for the access point functionality of the Wireless AP/router. It includes the following sections:Figure 43: Wireless Settings (Router Mode)◆SSID - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same SSID (Service Set Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The default SSID is set to be “SMC”. This value is case-sensitive. For example, “TEST” is NOT the same as “test”. ◆SSID (2-4) - Up to four SSIDs for each BSS can be set, the names can be up to 32 characters. The multi-SSID function is available only when Enable is checked.◆Region - Select your region from the pull-down list. This field specifies the region where the wireless function of the Router can be used. It may be illegal to use the wireless function of the Router in a region
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 61 –other than one of those specified in this field. If your country or region is not listed, please contact your local government agency for assistance.When you select your local region from the pull-down list, click the Save button, then the Note Dialog appears. Click OK.Figure 44: Note DialogNOTE: Limited by local law regulations, the version for North America does not have a region selection option.◆Channel - This field determines which operating frequency will be used for wireless operation. The default setting is Auto, so the AP will choose the best channel automatically. It is not necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby access point.◆Mode - Select the operating mode. The default is 11b/g/n mixed.■11b only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11b.11g only - Select if all of your wireless clients are 802.11g.11n only- Select only if all of your wireless clients are 802.11n.11b/g mixed - Select if you are using both 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients.11b/g/n mixed - Select if you are using a mix of 802.11b, 11g, and 11n wireless clients.When 802.11g mode is selected, only 802.11g wireless stations can connect to the Router. When 802.11n mode is selected, only 802.11n wireless stations can connect to the Router. It is strongly recommended to set the mode to 11b/g/n mixed, then all 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n wireless stations can connect to the Router.◆Channel width - Select any channel width from the pull-down list. The default setting is automatic, which can adjust the channel width for your clients automatically.NOTE: If 11b only, 11g only, or 11bg mixed is selected in the Mode field, the Channel Width selecting field will turn grey and the value will become 20M, which cannot be changed.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 62 –◆Max Tx Rate - You can limit the maximum transmit rate of the Router through this field.◆Enable Wireless Router Radio - The wireless radio of this Router can be enabled or disabled to allow wireless stations access. ◆Enable SSID Broadcast - When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with, they will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. If you select the Enable SSID Broadcast checkbox, the Wireless Router will broadcast its name (SSID) on the air.◆Enable WDS - Check this box to enable WDS. With this function, the Router can bridge two or more WLANs. If this checkbox is selected, you will have to set the following parameters as shown in Figure 45. Make sure the following settings are correct.Figure 45: Enable WDS WIRELESS SETTINGS(CLIENT MODE)Choose menu Wireless -> Wireless Setting; you can configure the basic settings for the wireless network on this page.The wireless settings section displays configuration settings for the access point functionality of the Wireless AP/router. It includes the following sections:
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 63 –Figure 46: Wireless Settings (Client Router Mode)◆SSID - The SSID of the AP your Router is going to connect to as a client. You can also use the survey function to select the SSID to join.◆BSSID - The BSSID of the AP your Router is going to connect to as a client. You can also use the survey function to select the BSSID to join. ◆Survey - Click the Survey button to search the AP which runs in the current channel. ◆Key type - This option should be chosen according to the AP's security configuration. It is recommended that the security type is the same as your AP's security type. (Options: None, WEP (ASCII), WEP (HEX) and WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK)◆WEP Index - Sets WEP key values. Each WEP key has an index number. Enter key values that match the key type and length settings. Enter 5 alphanumeric characters or 10 hexadecimal digits for 64-bit keys, or enter 13 alphanumeric characters or 26 hexadecimal digits for 128-bit keys.◆Auth type - When choose WEP security, select Open System or Shared-Key authentication type automatically based on the wireless station's capability and request.◆Password - If the AP your Router is going to connect needs password, you need to fill the password in this blank.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 64 –◆SSID - Enter a value of up to 32 characters. The same SSID (Service Set Identification) must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. The default SSID is set to be “SMC”. This value is case-sensitive. For example, “TEST” is NOT the same as “test”. ◆Enable Wireless Router Radio - The wireless radio of this Router can be enabled or disabled to allow wireless stations access. ◆Enable SSID Broadcast - When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with, they will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. If you select the Enable SSID Broadcast checkbox, the Wireless Router will broadcast its name (SSID) on the air.WIRELESS SECURITY Choose menu “Wireless->Wireless Security”; you can then configure the security settings of your wireless network.There are five wireless security modes supported by the Router: WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2), WPA2-PSK (Pre-Shared Key), and WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key).
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 65 –Figure 47: Wireless Security◆Disable Security - If you do not want to use wireless security, select this check box. However, it is strongly recommended to choose one of the following modes to enable security.◆WEP - This security is based on the IEEE 802.11 standard. If you select this check box, you will find a notice in red, as shown in Figure 48.Figure 48: WEP
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 66 –■Type - you can choose the type for the WEP security on the pull-down list. The default setting is Automatic, which can select Open System or Shared-Key authentication type automatically based on the wireless station's capability and request.■WEP Key Format - Hexadecimal and ASCII formats are provided. Hexadecimal format stands for any combination of hexadecimal digits (0-9, a-f, A-F) in the specified length. ASCII format stands for any combination of keyboard characters in the specified length. ■WEP Key- Select which of the four keys will be used and enter the matching WEP key that you create. Make sure these values are identical on all wireless stations in your network. ■Key Type - You can select the WEP key length (64-bit, or 128-bit, or 152-bit.) for encryption. "Disabled" means this WEP key entry is invalid.●64-bit - You can enter 10 hexadecimal digits (any combination of 0-9, a-f, A-F, zero key is not promoted) or 5 ASCII characters.128-bit - You can enter 26 hexadecimal digits (any combination of 0-9, a-f, A-F, zero key is not promoted) or 13 ASCII characters.152-bit - You can enter 32 hexadecimal digits (any combination of 0-9, a-f, A-F, zero key is not promoted) or 16 ASCII characters. NOTE: If you do not set the key, the wireless security function is still disabled even if you have selected Shared Key as the Authentication Type.◆WPA /WPA2 - Authentication that uses a RADIUS Server.■Version - you can choose the version of the WPA security on the pull-down list. The default setting is Automatic, which can select WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) or WPA2 (WPA version 2) automatically based on the wireless station's capability and request.■Encryption - You can select either Automatic, TKIP, or AES.NOTE: If you check the WPA/WPA2 radio button and choose TKIP encryption, you will find a notice in red, as shown in Figure 49.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 67 –Figure 49: WPA/WPA2 ■Radius Server IP - Enter the IP address of the RADIUS Server.■Radius Port - Enter the port that the RADIUS service uses.■Radius Password - Enter the password for the RADIUS server.■Group Key Update Period - Specify the group key update interval in seconds. The value should be 30 or above. Enter 0 to disable the update.◆WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK - The WPA/WPA2 authentication type based on a pre-shared passphrase. ■Version - You can choose the version of the WPA-PSK security from the drop-down list. The default setting is Automatic, which can select WPA-PSK (Pre-shared key of WPA) or WPA2-PSK (Pre-shared key of WPA2) automatically based on the wireless station's capability and request.■Encryption - When WPA-PSK or WPA is set as the Authentication Type, you can select either Automatic, TKIP, or AES as the encryption type.NOTE: If you check the WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK radio button and choose TKIP encryption, you will find a notice in red, as shown in Figure 50.Figure 50: WPA-PSK ■PSK Passphrase - You can enter between 8 and 63 ASCII characters, or 8 to 64 Hexadecimal characters.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 68 –■Group Key Update Period - Specify the group key update interval in seconds. The value should be 30 or above. Enter 0 to disable the update.Be sure to click the Save button to save your settings on this page.WIRELESS MACFILTERINGChoose Wireless -> MAC Filtering from the menu; you can then control wireless access by configuring the Wireless MAC Address Filtering function, as shown in Figure 51.Figure 51: Wireless MAC Address FilteringTo filter wireless users by MAC Address, click Enable. The default setting is Disable.◆MAC Address - The wireless station's MAC address that you want to filter. ◆Status - The status of this entry, either Enabled or Disabled.◆Description - A simple description of the wireless station. To Add a Wireless MAC Address filtering entry, click the “Add New” button. The "Add or Modify Wireless MAC Address Filtering entry" page will appear, as shown in Figure 52:
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 69 –Figure 52: Add or Modify Wireless MAC Address Filtering EntryTo add or modify a MAC Address Filtering entry, follow these instructions:1. Enter the appropriate MAC Address into the MAC Address field. The format of the MAC Address is XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX (X is any hexadecimal digit). For example: 00-0A-EB-00-07-8A. 2. Provide a simple description of the wireless station in the Description field. For example: Wireless station A.3. Select Enabled or Disabled for this entry on the Status pull-down list.4. Click the Save button to save this entry.To modify or delete an existing entry:1. Click the Modify in the entry you want to modify. If you want to delete the entry, click the Delete button.2. Modify the information.3. Click the Save button.Click the Enable All button to make all entries enabled.Click the Disabled All button to make all entries disabled.Click the Delete All button to delete all entries.Click the Next button to go to the next page.Click the Previous button to return to the previous page.For example: If you want wireless station A (MAC address 00-0A-EB-00-07-8A) and wireless station B (MAC address 00-0A-EB-00-23-11) to be able to access the Router, but not all the other wireless stations, you can configure the Wireless MAC Address Filtering list as follows:1. Click the Enable button to enable this function.2. Select the radio button: Deny the stations not specified by any enabled entries in the list to access for Filtering Rules.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 70 –3. Delete all or disable all entries if there are any entries already.4. Click the Add New button.a. Enter the MAC address 00-0A-EB-00-07-8A /00-0A-EB-00-23-11 in the MAC Address field.b. Enter wireless station A/B in the Description field.c. Select Enabled in the Status pull-down list.d. Click the Save Button.e. Click the Back button.The filtering rules that are configured should look similar to the following list: Figure 53: Filtering Rules WIRELESS ADVANCED Choose Wireless -> Wireless Advanced from the menu; you can then configure the advanced settings of your wireless network.Figure 54: Wireless Advanced
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterWireless– 71 –◆Transmit Power - Here you can specify the transmit power of the Router. You can select High, Middle, or Low. High is the default setting and is recommended. ◆Beacon Interval - Enter a value between 20-1000 milliseconds for the Beacon Interval. The beacons are packets sent by the router to synchronize a wireless network. The Beacon Interval value determines the time interval of beacons. The default value is 100. ◆RTS Threshold - Specifies the RTS (Request to Send) Threshold. If a packet is larger than the specified RTS Threshold size, the router will send RTS frames to a particular receiving station and negotiate the sending of a data frame. The default value is 2346. ◆Fragmentation Threshold - This value determines the maximum size before packets are fragmented. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance since excessive packets may be sent. The default setting is 2346 and is recommended. ◆DTIM Interval - This value determines the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message (DTIM). A DTIM field is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and multicast messages. When the Router has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. You can specify the value between 1-255 Beacon Intervals. The default value is 1, which indicates the DTIM Interval is the same as Beacon Interval. ◆Enable WMM - The WMM function guarantees that packets with high- priority messages are transmitted before other packets. It is strongly recommended to enable this feature. ◆Enable Short GI - This function is recommended, since it increases the data capacity by reducing the guard interval time. ◆Enabled AP Isolation - This function can isolate wireless stations on your network from each other. Wireless devices will be able to communicate with the Router, but not with each other. To use this function, check this box. AP Isolation is disabled by default.NOTE: If you are not familiar with the settings on this page, it is strongly recommended to keep the default values; otherwise it may result in lower wireless network performance.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDHCP– 72 –WIRELESS STATISTICS Select Wireless -> Wireless Statistics from the menu; you can see the MAC Address, Current Status, Received Packets, and Sent Packets for each connected wireless station.Figure 55: Wireless Statistics ◆MAC Address - The connected wireless station's MAC address.◆Current Status - The connected wireless station's running status, one of STA-AUTH / STA-ASSOC / STA-JOINED / WPA / WPA-PSK / WPA2 / WPA2-PSK / AP-UP / AP-DOWN / Disconnected.◆Received Packets - Packets received by the station.◆Sent Packets - Packets sent by the station.You cannot change any of the values on this page. To update this page and to show the current connected wireless stations, click on the Refresh button. If the numbers of connected wireless stations go beyond one page, click the Next button to go to the next page, and click the Previous button to return the previous page.NOTE: This page will be refreshed automatically every 5 seconds.DHCPThere are three submenus under the DHCP menu (shown in Figure 56): DHCP Settings, DHCP Clients List, and Address Reservation. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.Figure 56: The DHCP Menu
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDHCP– 73 –DHCP SETTINGS Select DHCP -> DHCP Settings from the menu. You can configure the DHCP Server on the page, as shown in Figure 57. The Router is set up by default as a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server, which provides the TCP/IP configuration for all the PCs that are connected to the Router on the LAN. Figure 57: DHCP Settings◆DHCP Server - Enable or Disable the DHCP server. If you disable the Server, you must have another DHCP server in your network or you must configure computers manually.◆Start IP Address - Specify an IP address for the DHCP Server to start with when assigning IP addresses. 192.168.2.100 is the default start address.◆End IP Address - Specify an IP address for the DHCP Server to end with when assigning IP addresses. 192.168.2.199 is the default end address.◆Address Lease Time - The amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the Router with their current dynamic IP Address. Enter the amount of time in minutes and the user will be “leased” this dynamic IP Address. After the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address. The range of the time is 1 ~ 2880 minutes. The default value is 120 minutes.◆Default Gateway - (Optional.) Suggest to input the IP address of the LAN port of the Router, default value is 192.168.2.1◆Default Domain - (Optional.) Input the domain name of your network.◆Primary DNS - (Optional.) Input the DNS IP address provided by your ISP. Or consult your ISP.◆Secondary DNS - (Optional.) Input the IP address of another DNS server if your ISP provides two DNS servers.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDHCP– 74 –NOTE: To use the DHCP server function of the Router, you must configure all computers on the LAN as "Obtain an IP Address automatically" mode.DHCP CLIENTS LIST Select DHCP -> DHCP Clients List from the menu; you can view the information about the clients attached to the Router in the next screen (shown in Figure 58).Figure 58: DHCP Clients List◆ID - The index of the DHCP Client.◆Client Name - The name of the DHCP client.◆MAC Address - The MAC address of the DHCP client.◆Assigned IP - The IP address that the Router has allocated to the DHCP client.◆Lease Time - The time of the DHCP client leased. After the dynamic IP address has expired, a new dynamic IP address will be automatically assigned to the user.You cannot change any of the values on this page. To update this page and to show the current attached devices, click the Refresh button.ADDRESSRESERVATIONSelect DHCP -> Address Reservation from the menu; you can view and add reserved addresses for clients from the next screen (shown in Figure 59). When you specify a reserved IP address for a PC on the LAN, that PC will always receive the same IP address each time when it accesses the DHCP server. Reserved IP addresses should be assigned to servers that require permanent IP settings.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDHCP– 75 –Figure 59: Address Reservation◆MAC Address - The MAC address of the PC for which you want to reserve an IP address.◆Assigned IP Address - The reserved IP address for the PC.◆Status - The status of this entry either Enabled or Disabled.To Reserve IP addresses: 1. Click the “Add New” button (as shown in Figure 60).2. Enter the MAC address (in XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX format.) and IP address in dotted-decimal notation of the computer you wish to add. 3. Click the Save button when finished. Figure 60: Add or Modify an Address Reservation EntryTo modify or delete an existing entry:1. Click Modify in the entry you want to modify. If you want to delete the entry, click the Delete.2. Modify the information. 3. Click the Save button.4. Click the Enable/Disable All button to enable/disable all entries.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 76 –5. Click the Delete All button to delete all entries.6. Click the Next button to go to the next page and click the Previous button to return the previous page.FORWARDINGThere are four submenus under the Forwarding Application menu (shown in Figure 61): Virtual Servers, Port Triggering, DMZ, and UPnP. Click any of them and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.Figure 61: The Forwarding MenuVIRTUAL SERVERS Select Forwarding->Virtual Servers from the menu; you can view and add virtual servers in the next screen (as shown in Figure 62). Virtual servers can be used for setting up public services on your LAN, such as DNS, Email and FTP. A virtual server is defined as a service port, and all requests from the Internet to this service port will be redirected to the computer specified by the server IP. Any PC that was used for a virtual server must have a static or reserved IP Address because its IP Address may be changed when using the DHCP function. Figure 62: Virtual Servers◆Service Port - The number of an external port. You can type a service port or a range of service ports (in XXX – YYY format, XXX is the start port number, YYY is the end port number). ◆IP Address - The IP Address of the PC providing the service application.◆Protocol - The protocol used for this application, either TCP, UDP, or All (all protocols supported by the Router).
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 77 –◆Status - The status of this entry either Enabled or Disabled.To setup a virtual server entry: 1. Click the Add New… button. (Figure 63)2. Select the service you want to use from the Common Service Port list. If the Common Service Port list does not have the service that you want to use, type the number of the service port or service port range in the Service Port box.3. Type the IP Address of the computer in the IP Address box. 4. Select the protocol used for this application, either TCP, UDP, or All.5. Select the Enable check box to enable the virtual server.6. Click the Save button. Figure 63: Add or Modify a Virtual Server EntryNOTE: If your computer or server has more than one type of available service, please select another service, and enter the same IP Address for that computer or server.To modify or delete an existing entry:1. Click Modify for the entry you want to modify. If you want to delete the entry, click Delete.2. Modify the information. 3. Click the Save button.4. Click the Enable/Disable All button to enable/disable all entries.5. Click the Delete All button to delete all entries.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 78 –6. Click the Next button to go to the next page and click the Previous button to return the previous page.NOTE: If you set the service port of the virtual server as 80, you must set the Web management port on “Security –> Remote Management” page to be any other value except 80, such as 8080. Otherwise there will be a conflict, which will disable the virtual server.PORT TRIGGERING Select Forwarding -> Port Triggering from the menu; you can view and add port triggering in the next screen (shown in Figure 64). Some applications require multiple connections, like Internet games, video conferencing, Internet calling and so on. These applications cannot work with a pure NAT Router. Port Triggering is used for some of these applications that can work with a NAT Router. Figure 64: Port TriggeringOnce the Router is configured, the operation is as follows:1. A local host makes an outgoing connection using a destination port number defined in the Trigger Port field. 2. The Router records this connection, opens the incoming port or ports associated with this entry in the Port Triggering table, and associates them with the local host. 3. When necessary the external host will be able to connect to the local host using one of the ports defined in the Incoming Ports field.◆Trigger Port - The port for outgoing traffic. An outgoing connection using this port will "Trigger" this rule.◆Trigger Protocol - The protocol used for Trigger Ports, either TCP, UDP, or All (all protocols supported by the Router).
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 79 –◆Incoming Ports Range - The port or port range used by the remote system when it responds to the outgoing request. A response using one of these ports will be forwarded to the PC that triggered this rule. You can input at most 5 groups of ports (or port section). Every group of ports must be set apart with ",". For example, 2000-2038, 2050-2051, 2085, 3010-3030.◆Incoming Protocol - The protocol used for Incoming Ports Range, either TCP or UDP, or ALL (all protocols supported by the Router).◆Status - The status of this entry either Enabled or Disabled.To add a new rule, follow the steps below. 1. Click the “Add New” button, the next screen will pop-up as shown in Figure 65.2. Select a common application from the Common Applications drop-down list, then the Trigger Port field and the Incoming Ports field will be automatically filled. If the Common Applications do not have the application you need, enter the Trigger Port and the Incoming Ports manually.3. Select the protocol used for Trigger Port from the Trigger Protocol drop-down list, either TCP, UDP, or All.4. Select the protocol used for Incoming Ports from the Incoming Protocol drop-down list, either TCP or UDP, or All.5. Select Enable in Status field. 6. Click the Save button to save the new rule.Figure 65: Add or Modify a Triggering EntryTo modify or delete an existing entry:1. Click Modify in the entry you want to modify. If you want to delete the entry, click Delete.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 80 –2. Modify the information. 3. Click the Save button.4. Click the Enable All button to make all entries enabled5. Click the Disabled All button to make all entries disabled.6. Click the Delete All button to delete all entriesNOTE: When the trigger connection is released, the according opening ports will be closed.NOTE: Each rule allowed to be used only by one host on LAN synchronously. The trigger connection of other hosts on LAN will be refused.NOTE: Incoming Port Ranges cannot overlap each other.DMZ Select Forwarding -> DMZ from the menu; you can view and configure the DMZ host in the screen (shown in Figure 66).The DMZ host feature allows one local host to be exposed to the Internet for a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoconferencing. DMZ host forwards all the ports at the same time. Any PC whose port is being forwarded must have its DHCP client function disabled and should have a new static IP Address assigned to it because its IP Address may be changed when using the DHCP function.Figure 66: DMZTo assign a computer or server to be a DMZ server: 1. Click the Enable radio button2. Enter the local host IP Address in the DMZ Host IP Address field3. Click the Save button.NOTE: After you set the DMZ host, the firewall related to the host will not work.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterForwarding– 81 –UPNPSelect Forwarding -> UPnP from the menu; you can view the information about UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) in the screen (shown in Figure 67). The UPnP feature allows devices, such as Internet computers, to access the local host resources or devices as needed. UPnP devices can be automatically discovered by the UPnP service application on the LAN. Figure 67: UPnP◆Current UPnP Status - UPnP can be enabled or disabled by clicking the Enable or Disable button. As allowing this may present a risk to security, this feature is enabled by default. ◆Current UPnP Settings List - This table displays the current UPnP information.■App Description - The description provided by the application in the UPnP request■External Port - External port, which the router opened for the application.■Protocol - Shows which type of protocol is opened.■Internal Port - Internal port, which the router opened for local host.■IP Address - The UPnP device that is currently accessing the router.■Status - The port’s status displayed here. “Enabled” means that port is still active. Otherwise, the port is inactive.Click Refresh to update the Current UPnP Settings List.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSecurity– 82 –SECURITY There are four submenus under the Security menu as shown in Figure 88: Basic Security, Advanced Security, Local Management and Remote Management. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.Figure 68: The Security MenuBASIC SECURITY Select Security -> Basic Security from the menu; you can configure the basic security in the screen as shown in Figure 69.Figure 69: Basic Security◆VPN - VPN Passthrough must be enabled if you want to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the Router’s firewall.■PPTP Passthrough - Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be tunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled. ■L2TP Passthrough - Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP) is the method used to enable Point-to-Point sessions via the Internet on the Layer 2 level. To allow L2TP tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSecurity– 83 –■IPSec Passthrough - Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols for ensuring private, secure communications over Internet Protocol (IP) networks, through the use of cryptographic security services. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, keep the default, Enabled.◆ALG - It is recommended to enable Application Layer Gateway (ALG) because ALG allows customized Network Address Translation (NAT) traversal filters to be plugged into the gateway to support address and port translation for certain application layer "control/data" protocols such as FTP, TFTP, H323 etc. ■FTP ALG - To allow FTP clients and servers to transfer data across NAT, keep the default Enable. ■TFTP ALG - To allow TFTP clients and servers to transfer data across NAT, keep the default Enable.■H323 ALG - To allow Microsoft NetMeeting clients to communicate across NAT, keep the default Enable.Click the Save button to save your settings.ADVANCED SECURITY Select Security -> Advanced Security from the menu; you can protect the Router from being attacked by TCP-SYN Flood, UDP Flood and ICMP-Flood in the screen, as shown in Figure 70. Figure 70: Advanced Security
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSecurity– 84 –◆Packets Statistics Interval (5~60) - The default value is 10. Select a value between 5 and 60 seconds from the drop-down list. The Packets Statistics Interval value indicates the time section of the packets statistics. The result of the statistics is used for analysis by SYN Flood, UDP Flood and ICMP-Flood.◆DoS Protection - Denial of Service protection. Check the Enable or Disable button to enable or disable the DoS protection function. Only when it is enabled, will the flood filters be enabled.NOTE: Dos Protection will take effect only when the Traffic Statistics in “System Tool > Traffic Statistics” is enabled.◆Enable ICMP-FLOOD Attack Filtering - Enable or Disable the ICMP-FLOOD Attack Filtering.◆ICMP-FLOOD Packets Threshold (5~3600) - The default value is 50. Enter a value between 5 ~ 3600. When the current ICMP-FLOOD Packets number is beyond the set value, the Router will startup the blocking function immediately.◆Enable UDP-FLOOD Filtering - Enable or Disable the UDP-FLOOD Filtering.◆UDP-FLOOD Packets Threshold (5~3600) - The default value is 500. Enter a value between 5 ~ 3600. When the current UPD-FLOOD Packets number is beyond the set value, the Router will startup the blocking function immediately.◆Enable TCP-SYN-FLOOD Attack Filtering - Enable or Disable the TCP-SYN-FLOOD Attack Filtering.◆TCP-SYN-FLOOD Packets Threshold (5~3600) - The default value is 50. Enter a value between 5 ~ 3600. When the current TCP-SYN-FLOOD Packets numbers is beyond the set value, the Router will startup the blocking function immediately. ◆Ignore Ping Packet From WAN Port - Enable or Disable Ignore Ping Packet From WAN Port. The default setting is disabled. If enabled, the ping packet from the Internet cannot access the Router. ◆Forbid Ping Packet From LAN Port - Enable or Disable Forbid Ping Packet From LAN Port. The default setting is disabled. If enabled, the ping packet from LAN cannot access the Router. This function can be used to defend against some viruses. Click the Save button to save the settings.◆Click the Blocked DoS Host List button to display the DoS host table by blocking.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSecurity– 85 –LOCAL MANAGEMENT Select Security->Local Management from the menu; you can configure the management rules in the screen, as shown in Figure 71. The management feature allows you to deny computers in the LAN from accessing the Router.Figure 71: Local ManagementBy default, the radio button “All the PCs on the LAN are allowed to access the Router's Web-Based Utility” is checked. If you want to allow PCs with specific MAC Addresses to access the Setup page of the Router's Web-Based Utility locally from inside the network, check the radio button “Only the PCs listed can browse the built-in web pages to perform Administrator tasks”, and then enter each MAC Address in a separate field. The format for the MAC Address is XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX (X is any hexadecimal digit). Only the PCs with MAC address listed can use the password to browse the built-in web pages to perform Administrator tasks while all the others will be blocked. After click the Add button, your PC's MAC Address will be placed in the list above.Click the Save button to save your settings. REMOTEMANAGEMENTSelect Security->Remote Management from the menu; you can configure the Remote Management function in the screen, as shown in Figure 72. This feature allows you to manage your Router from a remote location via the Internet.Figure 72: Remote Management
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterParental Control– 86 –◆Web Management Port - Web browser access normally uses the standard HTTP service port 80. This Router's default remote management web port number is 80. For greater security, you can change the remote management web port to a custom port by entering that number in the box provided. Choose a number between 1 and 65534, but do not use the number of any common service port. ◆Remote Management IP Address - This is the current address you will use when accessing your Router from the Internet. This function is disabled when the IP address is set to the default value of 0.0.0.0. To enable this function change 0.0.0.0 to a valid IP address. If set to 255.255.255.255, then all the hosts can access the Router from internet. NOTE: To access the Router, you should type your Router's WAN IP address into your browser's address (in IE) or Location (in Navigator) box, followed by a colon and the custom port number. For example, if your Router's WAN address is 202.96.12.8, and the port number used is 8080, please enter http://202.96.12.8:8080 in your browser. Later, you may be asked for the Router's password. After successfully entering the username and password, you will be able to access the Router's web-based utility.NOTE: Be sure to change the Router's default password to a very secure password. PARENTAL CONTROL Select Parental Control from the menu; you can then configure the parental control in the displayed page, as shown in Figure 73. The Parental Control function can be used to limit children’s access to certain websites and restrict the time of surfing.Figure 73: Parental Control Settings
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterParental Control– 87 –◆Parental Control - Check Enable if you want this function to take effect, otherwise check Disable. ◆MAC Address of Parental PC - In this field, enter the MAC address of the controlling PC, or you can make use of the “Copy To Above” button below. ◆MAC Address of Your PC - This field displays the MAC address of the PC that is managing this Router. If the MAC Address of your adapter is registered, you can click the “Copy To Above” button to fill this address to the MAC Address of Parental PC field above. ◆Website Description - Description of the allowed website for the child PC. ◆Schedule - The time period allowed for the PC controlled to access the Internet. For detailed information, please go to “Access Control -> Schedule”. ◆Modify - Here you can edit or delete an existing entry. To add a new entry, please follow the steps below.1. Click the “Add New” button and the next screen will pop-up, as shown in Figure 74.2. Enter the MAC address of the PC (e.g. 00-11-22-33-44-AA) you want to control in the “MAC Address of Child PC” field. Or you can choose the MAC address from the “All Address in Current LAN” drop-down list.3. Give a description (e.g. Allow Google) for the website allowed to be accessed in the Website Description field.4. Enter the allowed domain name of the website, either the full name or the keywords (e.g. google) in the Allowed Domain Name field. Any domain name with keywords in it (www.google.com.cn) will be allowed.5. Select from the “Effective Time” drop-down list the schedule (e.g. Schedule_1) you want the entry to take effect. If there are not suitable schedules for you, click the Schedule in red below to go to the Advance Schedule Settings page and create the schedule you need.6. In the Status field, you can select Enabled or Disabled to enable or disable your entry.7. Click the Save button.Click the Enable All button to enable all the rules in the list.Click the Disable All button to disable all the rules in the list.Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries in the table.Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterParental Control– 88 –Figure 74: Add or Modify Parental Control EntryFor example: If you desire that the child PC with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-AA can access www.google.com on Saturday only while the parent PC with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-BB is without any restriction, you should follow the settings below.1. Click Parental Control on the menu to enter the Parental Control Settings page. Check Enable and enter the MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-BB in the “MAC Address of Parental PC” field. 2. Click Access Control -> Schedule on the left to enter the Schedule Settings page. Click the “Add New” button to create a new schedule with Schedule Description “Schedule_1,” Day is “Sat” and Time is all day-24 hours. 3. Click “Parental Control” menu on the left to go back to the Add or Modify Parental Control Entry page: ■Click the “Add New” button. ■Enter 00-11-22-33-44-AA in the MAC Address of Child PC field. ■Enter “Allow Google” in the Website Description field. ■Enter “www.google.com” in the Allowed Domain Name field. ■Select “Schedule_1” you create just now from the Effective Time drop-down list. ■In Status field, select Enable.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 89 –4. Click Save to complete the settings.Then you will go back to the Parental Control Settings page and see the following list, as shown in Figure 75.Figure 75: Parental Control SettingsACCESS CONTROL There are four submenus under the Access Control menu as shown in Figure 76: Rule, Host, Target, and Schedule. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function.Figure 76: Access ControlRULE Select Access Control->Rule from the menu; you can view and set access control rules in the screen, as shown in Figure 77.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 90 –Figure 77: Access Control Rule Management◆Enable Internet Access Control - Select the check box to enable the Internet Access Control function, so the Default Filter Policy can take effect. ◆Rule Name - Here displays the name of the rule and this name is unique. ◆Host - Here displays the host selected in the corresponding rule. ◆Target - Here displays the target selected in the corresponding rule. ◆Schedule - Here displays the schedule selected in the corresponding rule. ◆Action - Here displays the action the Router takes to deal with the packets. It could be Allow or Deny. Allow means that the Router permits the packets to go through the Router. Deny means that the Router rejects the packets to go through the Router. ◆Status - This field displays the status of the rule. Enabled means the rule will take effect, Disabled means the rule will not take effect. ◆Modify - Here you can edit or delete an existing rule. To add a new rule, please follow the steps below.1. Click the “Add New” button and the next screen will pop-up, as shown in Figure 78.2. Give a name (e.g. Rule_1) for the rule in the Rule Name field.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 91 –3. Select a host from the Host drop-down list or choose “Click Here To Add New Host List”.4. Select a target from the Target drop-sown list or choose “Click Here To Add New Target List”.5. Select a schedule from the Schedule drop-down list or choose “Click Here To Add New Schedule”.6. In the Action field, select Deny or Allow.7. In the Status field, select Enabled or Disabled to enable or disable your entry.Click the Save button.Click the Enable All button to enable all the rules in the list.Click the Disable All button to disable all the rules in the list.Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries in the table.You can change the entry’s order as desired. Fore entries are before hind entries. Enter the ID number in the first box you want to move and another ID number in second box you want to move to, and then click the Move button to change the entry’s order.Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.Figure 78: Add or Modity Internet Access Control EntryFor example: If you desire to allow the host with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-AA to access www.google.com only from 18:00 to 20:00 on Saturday and Sunday, and forbid other hosts in the LAN to access the Internet, you should follow the settings below: 1. Click “Access Control->Host” in the left to enter the Host Settings page. Add a new entry with the Host Description is Host_1 and MAC Address is 00-11-22-33-44-AA.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 92 –2. Click “Access Control->Target” in the left to enter the Target Settings page. Add a new entry with the Target Description is Target_1 and Domain Name is www.google.com. 3. Click “Access Control->Schedule” in the left to enter the Schedule Settings page. Add a new entry with the Schedule Description is Schedule_1, Day is Sat and Sun, Start Time is 1800 and Stop Time is 2000. 4. Click “Access Control->Rule” in the left to return to the Access Control Rule Management page. Select “Enable Internet Access Control” and choose "Deny the packets not specified by any access control policy to pass through the Router".5. Click the “Add New” button to add a new rule as follows: ■In Rule Name field, create a name for the rule. Note that this name should be unique, for example Rule_1. ■In Host field, select Host_1. ■In Target field, select Target_1. ■In Schedule field, select Schedule_1. ■In Action field, select Allow. ■In Status field, select Enable. ■Click Save to complete the settings.Then you will go back to the Access Control Rule Management page and see the following list.HOST Select Access Control->Host from the menu; you can view and set a Host list in the screen, as shown in Figure 79. The host list is necessary for the Access Control Rule.Figure 79: Host Settings◆Host Description - Displays the description of the host and this description is unique.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 93 –◆Information - Displays the information about the host. It can be IP or MAC. ◆Modify - To modify or delete an existing entry. To add a new entry, please follow the steps below.1. Click the “Add New” button.2. In the Mode field, select IP Address or MAC Address.■If you select IP Address, the screen in Figure 80 is displayed. ●In the Host Description field, create a unique description for the host (e.g. Host_1). ●In LAN IP Address field, enter the IP address.■If you select MAC Address, the screen in Figure 81 is displayed. ●In Host Description field, create a unique description for the host (e.g. Host_1).●In MAC Address field, enter the MAC address.3. Click the Save button to complete the settings.Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries in the table.Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.Figure 80: Add or Modify an IP Host EntryFigure 81: Add or Modify a MAC Host Entry
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 94 –For example: If you desire to restrict the internet activities of host with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-AA, you should first follow the settings below: 1. Click “Add New” button in Figure 79 to enter the “Add or Modify a Host Entry” page. 2. In Mode field, select MAC Address from the drop-down list. 3. In Host Description field, create a unique description for the host (e.g. Host_1). 4. In MAC Address field, enter 00-11-22-33-44-AA. 5. Click Save to complete the settings. Then you will go back to the Host Settings page and see the following list.TARGET Select Access Control -> Target from the menu; you can view and set a Target list in the screen, as shown in Figure 82. The target list is necessary for Access Control Rules.Figure 82: Target Settings◆Target Description - Here displays the description about the target and this description is unique. ◆Information - The target can be IP address, port, or domain name. ◆Modify - To modify or delete an existing entry. To add a new entry, follow the steps below.1. Click the “Add New” button.2. In Mode field, select IP Address or Domain Name.a. If you select IP Address, the screen in Figure 83 is shown. ●In Target Description field, create a unique description for the target (e.g. Target_1).
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 95 –●In IP Address field, enter the IP address of the target.●Select a common service from Common Service Port drop-down list, so that the Target Port will be automatically filled. If the Common Service Port drop-down list doesn’t have the service you want, specify the Target Port manually.●In Protocol field, select TCP, UDP, ICMP or ALL. b. If you select Domain Name, the screen in Figure 84 is shown.●In Target Description field, create a unique description for the target (e.g. Target_1).●In Domain Name field, enter the domain name, either the full name or the keywords (for example google) in the blank. Any domain name with keywords in it (www.google.com, www.google.cn) will be blocked or allowed. You can enter 4 domain names.3. Click the Save button.Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries in the table.Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.Figure 83: Add or Modify an IP Access Target Entry
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 96 –Figure 84: Add or Modify a Domain Name Access Target EntryFor example: If you desire to restrict the internet activities of a host with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-AA in the LAN to access www.google.com only, you should first follow the settings below:1. Click the “Add New” button in Figure 82 to enter the Add or Modify an Access Target Entry page. 2. In Mode field, select Domain Name from the drop-down list. 3. In Target Description field, create a unique description for the target (e.g. Target_1). 4. In Domain Name field, enter www.google.com. 5. Click Save to complete the settings. Then you will go back to the Target Settings page and see the following list.Figure 85: Target Setting
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 97 –SCHEDULE Select Access Control -> Schedule from the menu; you can view and set a schedule list in the next screen, as shown in Figure 86. The schedule list is necessary for Access Control Rules.Figure 86: Schedule Settings◆Schedule Description - Here displays the description of the schedule and this description is unique. ◆Day - Here displays the day(s) in a week. ◆Time - Here displays the time period in a day. ◆Modify - Here you can edit or delete an existing schedule. To add a new schedule, follow the steps below.1. Click the “Add New” button shown in Figure 86 and the next screen will pop-up as shown in Figure 87. 2. In Schedule Description field, create a unique description for the schedule (e.g. Schedule_1). 3. In Day field, select the day or days you need. 4. In Time field, you can select all day-24 hours or you may enter the Start Time and Stop Time in the corresponding field.5. Click Save to complete the settings. Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries in the table.Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAccess Control– 98 –Figure 87: Advanced Schedule SettingsFor example: If you desire to restrict the internet activities of host with MAC address 00-11-22-33-44-AA to access www.google.com only from 18:00 to 20:00 on Saturday and Sunday, you should first follow the settings below:1. Click the “Add New” button shown in Figure 87 to enter the Advanced Schedule Settings page.2. In Schedule Description field, create a unique description for the schedule (e.g. Schedule_1). 3. In Day field, check the Select Days radio button and then select Sat and Sun. 4. In Time field, enter 1800 in Start Time field and 2000 in Stop Time field. 5. Click Save to complete the settings. Then you will go back to the Schedule Settings page and see the following list.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterAdvanced Routing– 99 –ADVANCED ROUTINGSelect static routing list from the menu; you can configure the static route in the next screen (Figure 88). A static route is a pre-determined path that network information must travel to reach a specific host or network.Figure 88: Static RoutingTo add static routing entries:1. Click Add New.Figure 89: Add or Modify a Static Route Entry2. Enter the following data:◆Destination IP Address - The Destination IP Address is the address of the network or host that you want to assign to a static route.◆Subnet Mask - The Subnet Mask determines which portion of an IP Address is the network portion, and which portion is the host portion.◆Gateway - This is the IP Address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and the network or host.3. Select Enabled or Disabled for this entry on the Status pull-down list.4. Click the Save button to make the entry take effect.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterBandwidth Control– 100 –Other configurations for the entries:Click the Delete button to delete the entry.Click the Enable All button to enable all the entries.Click the Disable All button to disable all the entries.Click the Delete All button to delete all the entries.Click the Previous button to view the information in the previous screen.Click the Next button to view the information in the next screen.BANDWIDTH CONTROLFigure 90: Bandwidth Control◆Enable IP QoS - Enable or disable the function of IP QoS. ◆Choose BandWidth Type - Select the network connection type from the drop-down list. ◆Bandwidth Apply - The bandwidth you get. If you are not clear about that, please contact with your ISP for help. ◆IP Range - IP range of this entry. ◆Mode - There are two types of mode: Minimum Bandwidth Guarantee and Maximum Bandwidth Limit. ◆Bandwidth - The bandwidth you supply to this entry. ◆Description - The description for this entry.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterIP & MAC Binding– 101 –Click Enable to enable this entry. Click the Clear button to clear a single entry. Click the Clear All button to clear all entries. Click the Save button to save all configurations. NOTE: 1. The conversion relation of bandwidth: 1Mbps = 1000Kbps. 2. Please choose the Network Connection Type and set the bandwidth according to your Network. If you are not clear about that, please contact with your ISP for help. 3. If no IP QoS item is enabled, the Bandwidth Apply won't be effective. 4. IP address range for different entries could not have intersection with each other.5. After the configurations, click the Save button for the change to take effect.IP & MAC BINDINGThere are two submenus under the IP &MAC Binding menu (shown in Figure 92): Binding Settings and ARP List. Click any of them, and you will be able to scan or configure the corresponding function. The detailed explanations for each submenu are provided below. Figure 91: The IP & MAC Binding Menu
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterIP & MAC Binding– 102 –BINDING SETTING This page displays the IP & MAC Binding Setting table; you can configure it as needed (as shown in Figure 92). Figure 92: Binding Setting◆MAC Address - The MAC address of the controlled computer in the LAN. ◆IP Address - The assigned IP address of the controlled computer in the LAN. ◆Bind - Check this option to enable ARP binding for a specific device. ◆Modify - To modify or delete an existing entry. When you want to add or modify an IP & MAC Binding entry, you can click the “Add New” button or “Modify” button, and then you will go to the next page. This page is used for adding or modifying an IP & MAC Binding entry (as shown in Figure 93).Figure 93: IP & MAC Binding Setting (Add & Modify)To add IP & MAC Binding entries, follow the steps below.1. Click the Add New... button as shown in Figure 92. 2. Enter the MAC Address and IP Address.3. Select the Bind checkbox. 4. Click the Save button to save it.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterIP & MAC Binding– 103 –To modify or delete an existing entry, follow the steps below.1. Find the desired entry in the table. 2. Click Modify or Delete in the Modify column. To find an existing entry, follow the steps below.1. Click the Find button as shown in Figure 94.2. Enter the MAC Address or IP Address.3. Click the Find button in the page as shown in Figure 94.Figure 94: Find IP & MAC Binding Entry Click the “Enable All” button to make all entries enabled. Click the “Delete All” button to delete all entries.ARP LIST Select IP & MAC Binding->ARP List from the menu; you can view and set ARP List in the screen, as shown in Figure 95. To manage the computer, you could observe the computers in the LAN by checking the relationship of MAC address and IP address on the ARP list, and you could configure the items on the ARP list also. This page displays the ARP List; it shows all the existing IP & MAC Binding entries as shown below. Figure 95: ARP List◆MAC Address - The MAC address of the controlled computer in the LAN.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDDNS– 104 –◆IP Address - The assigned IP address of the controlled computer in the LAN. ◆Status - Indicates whether or not the MAC and IP addresses are bound. ◆Configure - Load or delete an item. ●l Load - Load the item to the IP & MAC Binding list. ●l Delete - Delete the item. Click the Bind All button to bind all the current items, available after enable. Click the Load All button to load all items to the IP & MAC Binding list. Click the Refresh button to refresh all items. NOTE: An item could not be loaded to the IP & MAC Binding list if the IP address of the item has been loaded before. Error warning will prompt as well. Likewise, "Load All" only loads the items without interference to the IP & MAC Binding list.DDNSChoose menu “DDNS”, and you can configure the DDNS function. The Router offers the DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) feature, which allows the hosting of a website, FTP server, or e-mail server with a fixed domain name (named by yourself) and a dynamic IP address, and then your friends can connect to your server by entering your domain name no matter what your IP address is. Before using this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service providers such as www.comexe.cn, www.dyndns.org, or www.no-ip.com. The DDNS client service provider will give you a password or key.DYNDNS.ORG DDNSIf the DDNS Service Provider you select is www.dyndns.org, the page will appear as shown in Figure 96.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDDNS– 105 –Figure 96: Dyndns.org DDNS SettingsTo set up for DDNS, follow these instructions:1. Type the Domain Name received from your DDNS service provider. 2. Type the User Name for your DDNS account. 3. Type the Password for your DDNS account. 4. Click the Login button to log in to the DDNS service.◆Connection Status -The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.NO-IP.COM DDNSIf the DDNS Service Provider you select is www.no-ip.com, the page will appear as shown in Figure 97. Figure 97: No-ip.com DDNS Settings
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterDDNS– 106 –◆Connection Status - The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.◆Click Logout to log out the DDNS service.To set up for DDNS, follow these instructions:1. Type the User Name for your DDNS account. 2. Type the Password for your DDNS account. 3. Type the Domain Name you received from DDNS service provider.Click the Login button to log in the DDNS service.COMEXE.CN DDNSIf the DDNS Service Provider you select is www.comexe.cn, the page will appear as shown in Figure 97. Figure 98: Comexe.cn DDNS Settings◆Connection Status - The status of the DDNS service connection is displayed here.◆Click Logout to log out the DDNS service.To set up for DDNS, follow these instructions:1. Type the User Name for your DDNS account. 2. Type the Password for your DDNS account.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 107 –3. Type the Domain Name you received from DDNS service provider.Click the Login button to log in the DDNS service.SYSTEM TOOLSSelect System Tools, and you can see the submenus under the main menu: Time Settings, Diagnostic, Firmware Upgrade, Factory Defaults, Backup & Restore, Reboot, Password, System Log and Statistics. Click any of them, and you will be able to configure the corresponding function. The detailed explanations for each submenu are provided below.Figure 99: The System Tools MenuTIME SETTINGS Select System Tools->Time Setting from the menu; you can configure the time on the following screen.Figure 100: Time Settings ◆Time Zone - Select your local time zone from this pull down list.◆Date - Enter your local date in MM/DD/YY into the right blanks.◆Time - Enter your local time in HH/MM/SS into the right blanks.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 108 –◆NTP Server Prior - Enter the address for the NTP Server, then the Router will get the time from the NTP Server preferentially. In addition, the Router includes some common NTP Servers, so it can get the time automatically once it connects the Internet.To configure the system manually:1. Select your local time zone.2. Enter date and time in the right blanks.3. Click Save to save the configuration.To configure the system automatically:1. Select your local time zone.2. Enter the IP address for NTP Server Prior.3. Click the Get GMT button to get system time from Internet if you have connected to the Internet.NOTE: This setting will be used for some time-based functions such as the firewall. You must specify your time zone once you login to the router successfully, otherwise these functions will not take effect. NOTE: The time will be lost if the router is turned off. NOTE: The router will obtain GMT automatically from Internet if it has been already connected to the Internet.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 109 –DIAGNOSTIC Select System Tools->Diagnostic from the menu; you can use Ping or Traceroute functions to check connectivity of your network in the following screen. Figure 101: Diagnostic Tools◆Diagnostic Tool - Check the radio button to select one diagnostic too.■Ping - This diagnostic tool troubleshoots connectivity, reachability, and name resolution to a given host or gateway. ■Traceroute - This diagnostic tool tests the performance of a connection.NOTE: You can use ping/traceroute to test both numeric IP address or domain name. If pinging/tracerouting the IP address is successful, but pinging/tracerouting the domain name is not, you might have a name resolution problem. In this case, ensure that the domain name you are specifying can be resolved by using Domain Name System (DNS) queries.◆IP Address/Domain Name - Type the destination IP address (such as 202.108.22.5) or Domain name (such as http://www.smc.com)◆Pings Count - The number of Ping packets for a Ping connection. ◆Ping Packet Size - The size of Ping packet.◆Ping Timeout - Set the waiting time for the reply of each Ping packet. If there is no reply in the specified time, the connection is overtime.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 110 –◆Traceroute Max TTL - The max number of hops for a Traceroute connection.Click Start to check the connectivity of the Internet. The Diagnostic Results page displays the result of diagnosis.If the result is similar to the following screen, the connectivity of the Internet is fine.Figure 102: Diagnostic ResultsNOTE: Only one user can use this tool at one time. Options “Number of Pings”, “Ping Size” and “Ping Timeout” are used for the Ping function. Option “Tracert Hops” is used for the Tracert function.FIRMWARE UPGRADE Select System Tools->Firmware Upgrade from the menu; you can update the latest version of firmware for the Router on the following screen.Figure 103: Firmware Upgrade ◆Firmware Version - This displays the current firmware version.◆Hardware Version - This displays the current hardware version. The hardware version of the upgrade file must accord with the Router’s current hardware version.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 111 –To upgrade the Router's firmware, follow the instructions below:1. Download a more recent firmware upgrade file from the SMC website (http://www.smc.com). 2. Type the path and file name of the update file into the File field. Or click the Browse button to locate the update file.3. Click the Upgrade button.NOTE: New firmware versions are posted at http://www.smc.com and can be downloaded for free. There is no need to upgrade the firmware unless the new firmware has a new feature you want to use. However, when experiencing problems caused by the Router rather than the configuration, you can try to upgrade the firmware. NOTE: When you upgrade the Router's firmware, you may lose its current configuration, so before upgrading the firmware write down some of your customized settings to avoid losing them. NOTE: Do not turn off the Router or press the WPS button while the firmware is being upgraded, otherwise, the Router may be damaged.When press and hold the WPS Button for more than 5 seconds, you will reset the Router.FACTORY DEFAULTS Select System Tools-> Factory Defaults from the menu; you can restore the configuration of the Router to factory defaults on the following screen.Figure 104: Restore Factory Default Click the Restore button to reset all configuration settings to their default values. ◆The default User Name: admin◆The default Password: smcadmin◆The default IP Address: 192.168.2.1◆The default Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 112 –NOTE: Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored.NOTE: When press and hold the WPS Button for more than 5 seconds, you will reset the router.BACKUP & RESTORE Select System Tools-> Backup & Restore from the menu; you can save the current configuration of the Router as a backup file and restore the configuration via a backup file as shown in Figure 105.Figure 105: Backup & Restore Configuration ◆Click the Backup button to save all configuration settings as a backup file in your local computer. ◆To upgrade the Router's configuration, follow these instructions.■Click the Browse… button to locate the update file for the Router, or enter the exact path to the Setting file in the text box.■Click the Restore button.NOTE: The current configuration will be covered by the uploading configuration file. The upgrade process lasts for 20 seconds and the Router will restart automatically. Keep the Router on during the upgrading process to prevent any damage. REBOOT Select System Tools->Reboot from the menu; you can click the Reboot button to reboot the Router via the next screen.Figure 106: Reboot
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 113 –Some settings of the Router will take effect only after rebooting, which include◆Change of the LAN IP Address (system will reboot automatically).◆Change of DHCP Settings.◆Change of Wireless configurations.◆Change of the Web Management Port.◆Upgrade of the Router firmware (system will reboot automatically).◆Restore the Router's settings to factory defaults (system will reboot automatically).◆Update the configuration from a file (system will reboot automatically).PASSWORD Select System Tools->Password from the menu; you can change the factory default user name and password of the Router in the next screen as shown in Figure 107.Figure 107: PasswordIt is strongly recommended that you should change the factory default user name and password of the Router, because all users who try to access the Router's Web-based utility or Quick Setup will be prompted for the Router's default user name and password.NOTE: The new user name and password must not exceed 14 characters in length and not include any spaces. Enter the new Password twice to confirm. Click the Save button when finished.Click the Clear All button to clear all.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 114 –SYSTEM LOG Selct System Tools->System Log from the menu; you can view the logs of the Router.Figure 108: System Log◆Auto Mail Feature - Indicates whether auto mail feature is enabled or not. ◆Mail Settings - Set the receiving and sending mailbox address, server address, validation information as well as the timetable for Auto Mail Feature, as shown in Figure 109.◆Log Type - By selecting the log type, only logs of this type will be shown.◆Log Level - By selecting the log level, only logs of this level will be shown.◆Refresh - Refresh the page to show the latest log list. ◆Save Log - Click to save all the logs in a txt file. ◆Mail Log - Click to send an email of current logs manually according to the address and validation information set in Mail Settings. ◆Clear Log - All the logs will be deleted from the Router permanently, not just from the page.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 115 –Figure 109: Mail Account Settings◆From - Your mail box address. The Router would connect it to send logs.◆To - Recipient’s address. The destination mailbox where the logs would be received.◆SMTP Server - Your smtp server. It corresponds with the mailbox filled in the From field. You can log on the relevant website for Help if you are not clear with the address.◆Authentication - Most SMTP Server requires Authentication. It is required by most mailboxes that need User Name and Password to log in.NOTE: Only when you select Authentication, do you have to enter the User Name and Password in the following fields. ◆User Name - Your mail account name filled in the From field. The part after @ is excluded.◆Password - Your mail account password.◆Confirm The Password - Enter the password again to confirm.◆Enable Auto Mail Feature - Select it to mail logs automatically. You could mail the current logs either at a specified time everyday or by intervals, but only one could be the current effective rule. Enter the desired time or intervals in the corresponding field as shown in Figure 109.Click Save to keep your settings.Click Back to return to the previous page.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 116 –Click the Next button to go to the next page, or click the Previous button return to the previous page.STATISTICS Select System Tools->Statistics from the menu; you can view the statistics of the Router, including total traffic and current traffic of the last Packets Statistic Interval.Figure 110: Statistics◆Current Statistics Status - Enable or Disable. The default value is disabled. To enable, click the Enable button. ◆Packets Statistics Interval (5-60) - The default value is 10. Select a value between 5 and 60 seconds in the pull-down list. The Packets Statistic interval indicates the time section of the packets statistic. Select the Auto-refresh checkbox to refresh automatically.Click the Refresh button to refresh immediately.◆Sorted Rules - Select a rule from the pull-down list to display the corresponding statistics..Click Reset All to reset the values of all the entries to zero. Click Delete All to delete all entries in the table. Statistics Table:IP/MAC Address - The IP/MAC Address displayed with statisticsTotal Packets - The total amount of packets received and transmitted by the Router.Total Bytes - The total amount of bytes received and transmitted by the Router.
CHAPTER 4 | Configuring the RouterSystem Tools– 117 –Current Packets - The total amount of packets received and transmitted in the last Packets Statistic interval seconds.Current Bytes - The total amount of bytes received and transmitted in the last Packets Statistic interval seconds.Current ICMP Tx - The total amount of the ICMP packets transmitted to WAN in the last Packets Statistic interval seconds.Current UDP Tx - The total amount of the UDP packets transmitted to WAN in the last Packets Statistic interval seconds.Current TCP SYN Tx - The total amount of the TCP SYN packets transmitted to WAN in the last Packets Statistic interval seconds.There are 5 entries on each page. Click Previous to return to the previous page and Next to the next page.
– 118 –ACONFIGURING THE PCThe section shows how to install and configure TCP/IP settings correctly in Windows XP. First make sure your Ethernet Adapter is working, refer to the adapter’s manual if needed.INSTALL TCP/IP COMPONENTS1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.2. Click the Network and Internet Connections icon, and then click on the Network Connections tab in the following window.3. Right click the icon that is shown below, then select Properties from the menu.Figure 111: TCP/IP4. In the window that is shown below, double click on “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).”
APPENDIX A | Configuring the PCInstall TCP/IP Components– 119 –Figure 112: Internet Protocol5. The following TCP/IP Properties window will display and the IP Address tab is open on this window by default.Now you have two ways to configure the TCP/IP protocol below:a. Set the IP address automatically.Select “Obtain an IP address automatically,” and “Obtain DNS server automatically,” as shown in the Figure below:
APPENDIX A | Configuring the PCInstall TCP/IP Components– 120 –Figure 113: Internet Protocol Propertiesb. Set the IP address manually.Select “Use the following IP address” radio button and enter the following items:— If the Router's LAN IP address is 192.168.2.1, type an IP address such as 192.168.2.x (where x is from 2 to 254), and Subnet mask as 255.255.255.0.— Type the Router’s LAN IP address (the default IP is 192.168.2.1) into the Default gateway field.— Select “Use the following DNS server addresses” radio button. In the “Preferred DNS Server” field, type the DNS server IP address that has been provided by your ISP.
APPENDIX A | Configuring the PCInstall TCP/IP Components– 121 –Figure 114: Setting the IP Address Manually6. Click OK to keep your settings.222
– 122 –BFAQHOW DO I CONFIGURE THE ROUTER FOR INTERNET ACCESS BY ADSL USERS?1. Configure the ADSL Modem in RFC1483 bridge mode.2. Connect Ethernet cable from the ADSL Modem to the WAN port on the Router. The telephone cord plugs into the Line port of the ADSL Modem.3. Log in to the Router, click “Network” on the web page menu and then click “WAN” on the submenu. a. On the WAN page, select “PPPoE” for the WAN connection type.b. Type the user name in the “User Name” field and the password in the “Password” field.c. Finish by clicking “Connect”.Figure 115: PPPoE Connection Type4. If your ADSL lease is in “pay-according-time” mode, select “Connect on Demand,” or “Connect Manually” for Internet connection mode. Type an appropriate value for the “Max Idle Time” to avoid wasting paid time. Otherwise, you can select “Auto-connecting” for Internet connection mode. Figure 116: PPPoE Connection Mode
APPENDIX B | FAQHow do I configure the Router for Internet access by Ethernet users?– 123 –NOTE: Sometimes the connection cannot be disconnected although you have specified a Max Idle Time, since some applications may be visiting the Internet continually in the background.NOTE: If you are a Cable user, configure the Router following the above steps.HOW DO I CONFIGURE THE ROUTER FOR INTERNET ACCESS BY ETHERNET USERS?1. Log in to the Router, click “Network” on the web page menu, and then click "WAN" on the submenu. a. On the WAN page, select “Dynamic IP” for the WAN connection type.b. Finish by clicking Save.2. Some ISPs require that you register the MAC Address of your adapter, which is connected to your cable/DSL Modem during installation. If your ISP requires this, log in to the Router and click the "Network" menu link, and then click the "MAC Clone" submenu link. a. On the “MAC Clone” page, click the "Clone MAC Address" button if your PC’s MAC address is a proper MAC address. Your PC’s MAC address will fill in the “WAN MAC Address” field. Otherwise, type the MAC Address into the “WAN MAC Address” field. The format for the MAC Address is XX-XX-XX-XX-XX-XX. b. Click the Save button. Settings take effect after rebooting.Figure 117: MAC Clone
APPENDIX B | FAQI want to use Netmeeting, what do I need to do?– 124 –I WANT TO USE NETMEETING, WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?1. If you start Netmeeting as a host, you do not need to change anything on the Router.2. If you start as a response, you need to configure a Virtual Server or DMZ Host, and make sure the H323 ALG is enabled.3. Configure a Virtual Server: a. Log in to the Router, click “Forwarding” on the menu, and then click "Virtual Servers" on the submenu. b. On the “Virtual Servers” page, click “Add New”.c. On the “Add or Modify a Virtual Server Entry” page, enter “1720” for the “Service Port”. d. Enter your IP address in the “IP Address” field (for example, 192.168.2.169).e. Set to Enable and then Save.Figure 118: Virtual ServersFigure 119: Add or Modify a Virtual Server Entry
APPENDIX B | FAQI want to use Netmeeting, what do I need to do?– 125 –NOTE: The other party should call your WAN IP, which is displayed on the “Status” page.4. Enable a DMZ Host: a. Log in to the Router, click “Forwarding” on the menu, and then click “DMZ” on the submenu. b. On the "DMZ" page, click the Enable radio button. c. Type your IP address into the “DMZ Host IP Address” field (for example, 192.168.2.169).d. Click the Save button. Figure 120: DMZ5. Enable the H323 ALG: a. Log in to the Router, click “Security” on the menu, and then click “Basic Security” on the submenu. b. On the “Basic Security” page, check the Enable radio button next to H323 ALG. c. Click the Save button.
APPENDIX B | FAQI want to build a WEB Server on the LAN, what should I do?– 126 –Figure 121: Basic SecurityI WANT TO BUILD A WEB SERVER ON THE LAN, WHAT SHOULD I DO?1. Change the Web management port number: Because the Web Server port 80 will interfere with the Web management port 80 on the Router, you must change the Web management port number to avoid interference.a. Log in to the Router, click “Security” on the menu, and then click "Remote Management" on the submenu. b. On the "Remote Management" page, type a port number except 80, such as 88, into the "Web Management Port" field. c. Click Save and reboot the Router.Figure 122: Remote ManagementNOTE: When the above configuration takes effect, you can configure the Router by typing “http://192.168.2.1:88” (the Router’s LAN IP address: Web Management Port) in the address field of the Web browser.2. Configure a Virtual Server:
APPENDIX B | FAQWireless stations cannot connect to the Router– 127 –a. Log in to the Router, click “Forwarding” on the menu, and then click "Virtual Servers" on the submenu. b. On the "Virtual Servers" page, click “Add New”.c. On the “Add or Modify a Virtual Server” page, enter “80” into the field for the “Service Port”.d. Enter your IP address in the “IP Address” field (for example, 192.168.2.188). e. Set to Enable and then Save.Figure 123: Virtual ServersFigure 124: Add or Modify a Virtual Server EntryWIRELESS STATIONS CANNOT CONNECT TO THE ROUTER1. Make sure the "Wireless Router Radio" is enabled.2. Make sure that the SSID of wireless stations is the same as the Router's SSID.3. Make sure wireless stations have the right encryption key for the Router security.
APPENDIX B | FAQWireless stations cannot connect to the Router– 128 –4. If the wireless connection is ready, but you cannot access the Router, check the IP Address of your wireless station.
– 129 –CSPECIFICATIONSSTANDARDS IEEE 802.3 10BASE-TIEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX802.11b802.11g802.11nPROTOCOL TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, IGMP, NAT, SNTPPORTS One 10/100 Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 WAN portFour 10/100 Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ-45 LAN ports All ports support Auto MDI/MDIXCABLING TYPE 10BASE-T: UTP Category 3, 4, 5 cable (maximum 100 m)EIA/TIA-568 100 STP (maximum 100 m)100BASE-TX: UTP Category 5, 5e cable (maximum 100 m)EIA/TIA-568 100 STP (maximum 100 m)LED INDICATORS Power, System, WLAN, WAN, LAN (1-4), WPSFREQUENCY BAND 2.4~2.4835 GHzRADIO DATA RATE 11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (Automatic)11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (Automatic)11n: up to 150 Mbps (Automatic, SMCWBR14S-N5)CHANNELS 1~13FREQUENCY EXPANSION DSSS (Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum)MODULATION DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, OFDM, 16-QAM, 64-QAM
APPENDIX C | Specifications– 130 –SECURITY WEP/WPA/WPA2/WPA2-PSK/WPA-PSKSENSITIVITY @PER 130 Mbps: -68dBm@10% PER108 Mbps: -68dBm@10% PER54 Mbps: -68dBm@10% PER11 Mbps: -85dBm@8% PER6 Mbps: -88dBm@10% PER1 Mbps: -90dBm@8% PERANTENNA GAIN 5dBiTEMPERATURE Operating: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)Storage: -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)HUMIDITY Operating: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)Storge: 5%-90% (non-condensing)
– 131 –GLOSSARYIEEE 802.11BA wireless standard that supports wireless communications in the 2.4 GHz band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS). The standard provides for data rates of 1, 2, 5.5, and 11 Mbps.IEEE 802.11GA wireless standard that supports wireless communications in the 2.4 GHz band using Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). The standard provides for data rates of 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps. IEEE 802.11g is also backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b.IEEE 802.11NA wireless standard that supports wireless communications in the 2.4 GHz band using Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). The standard provides for data rates of 27, 54, 81, 108, 162, 216, 243, 270, 300 Mbps. IEEE 802.11n is also backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g.DDNS (DYNAMICDOMAIN NAME SYSTEM)The capability of assigning a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP Address. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol: Provides a framework for passing configuration information to hosts on a TCP/IP network. DHCP is based on the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP), adding the capability of automatic allocation of reusable network addresses and additional configuration options.DMZ (DEMILITARIZEDZONE)A Demilitarized Zone allows one local host to be exposed to the Internet for a special-purpose service such as Internet gaming or videoconferencing.DNS (DOMAIN NAMESYSTEM)An Internet Service that translates the names of websites into IP addresses.DOMAIN NAME A descriptive name for an address or group of addresses on the Internet. DSL (DIGITALSUBSCRIBER LINE)A technology that allows data to be sent or received over existing traditional phone lines.
GLOSSARY– 132 –ISP (INTERNET SERVICEPROVIDER)A company that provides access to the Internet.MTU (MAXIMUMTRANSMISSION UNIT)The size in bytes of the largest packet that can be transmitted.NAT (NETWORKADDRESS TRANSLATION)NAT technology translates IP addresses of a local area network to a different IP address for the Internet.PPPOE (POINT TO POINTPROTOCOL OVERETHERNET)PPPoE is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection.SSID A Service Set Identification is a thirty-two character (maximum) alphanumeric key identifying a wireless local area network. For the wireless devices in a network to communicate with each other, all devices must be configured with the same SSID. This is typically the configuration parameter for a wireless PC card. It corresponds to the ESSID in the wireless Access Point and to the wireless network name. WEP (WIREDEQUIVALENT PRIVACY)A data privacy mechanism based on a 64-bit, 128-bit, or 152-bit shared-key algorithm, as described in the IEEE 802.11 standard. WI-FIA trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group promoting interoperability among 802.11b devices.WLAN (WIRELESSLOCAL AREA NETWORK)A group of computers and associated devices communicate with each other wirelessly, which network serving users are limited in a local area.
– 133 –INDEXAAC power adapter 30antennas 27Bbasic setup, wizard 42Cchannel, operating 37connections, router 29contents of package 26DDDNS 104default IP 32diagnostic tools 109DNS addresses 52Dynamic IP 35, 53Eenvironment requirements 29Ethernet port 28Ffactory defaults, setting 111feature overview 24features, hardware 25firmware upgrade 110Hhardware features 25humidity, operating 29IindicatorsWPS 27information, status 41installation environment 29IP configuration 32ISP setup 35Kkey features 25LLAN LED 27LAN ports 28LED indicators 26, 27LEDsLAN 27Power 26System 26WAN 27WLAN 26WPS 27local management 85location of router 30logging in, web 34login page 40login password 36logs, system 114MMAC Address, WAN 59MAC Clone 59main menu 40Max Idle Time 54menu, main 40MTU size 51Nnetwork connections, checking 32network settings 50Ooverview 24Ppackage contents 26password 36password, setting 113PC connections 29Ping, using 32power adapter 30power connector 27
INDEX– 134 –Power LED 26PPPoE 35proxy, web setting 34Qquick setup 35Rradio channel 37radio enable 37region setting,country setting 37remote management 85requirements, system 29router status 41Ssetup wizard steps 42setup, quick 35SMTP server 115software upgrade 110specifications, hardware 129Static IP 35, 53statistics 116status information 41System LED 26system logs 114system requirements 29TTCP/IP configuration 32TCP/IP settings 118temperature, operating 29Uupgrading software 110user name, setting 36utility, login 34WWAN LED 27WAN port 28WAN settings 51WAN setup 35web login 34, 40web menu 40wireless security 37wireless, enable 37wizard, setup 32, 42WLAN LED 26WPS LED 27
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