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A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc.
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Model No.
Broadband Router
Wireless-G
WRT54G
User Guide
WIRELESS
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802.11g
Wireless-G Broadband Router
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How to Use this User Guide
This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Broadband Router
easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
Also, each figure (diagram, screenshot, or other image) is provided with a figure number and description, like
this:
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This checkmark means there is a note of interest and
is something you should pay special attention to
while using the Wireless-G Broadband Router.
This question mark provides you with a reminder
about something you might need to do while using
the Wireless-G Broadband Router.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 5
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router 6
The Back Panel 6
The Front Panel 7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router 8
Hardware Installation 8
Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs 10
Overview 10
Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs 10
Configuring Windows 2000 PCs 11
Configuring Windows XP PCs 12
Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router 14
Overview 14
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 15
The Setup Tab - DDNS 19
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 20
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 21
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 23
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24
The Security Tab - Firewall 26
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 26
The Security Tab - Wireless Security 27
The Access Restrictions Tab 29
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 30
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 31
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The Administration Tab - Management 32
The Administration Tab - Log 32
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 33
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 34
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 34
The Status Tab - Router 35
The Status Tab - Local Network 36
The Status Tab - Wireless 37
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 38
Common Problems and Solutions 38
Frequently Asked Questions 45
Appendix B: Wireless Security 52
A Brief Overview 52
What Are The Risks? 52
Maximizing Wireless Security 54
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 60
Appendix D: Windows Help 61
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter 62
Windows 98 or Me Instructions 62
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 62
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 63
Appendix F: Glossary 64
Appendix G: Specifications 70
Appendix H: Warranty Information 71
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 72
Appendix J: Contact Information 75
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List of Figures
Figure 3-1: The Broadband Router’s Back Panel 6
Figure 3-2: The Broadband Router’s Front Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection 8
Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices 9
Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power 9
Figure 5-1: Configuration Tab 10
Figure 5-2: IP Address Tab 10
Figure 5-3: Properties 11
Figure 5-4: TCP/IP 11
Figure 5-5: IP Address 11
Figure 5-6: Properties 12
Figure 5-7: TCP/IP 12
Figure 5-8: IP Address 13
Figure 6-1: Password Screen 14
Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 15
Figure 6-3: DHCP Connection Type 15
Figure 6-4: Static IP Connection Type 15
Figure 6-5: PPPoE Connection Type 16
Figure 6-6: PPTP Connection Type 16
Figure 6-7: Optional Settings 17
Figure 6-8: Router IP 17
Figure 6-9: Network Address Server Settings 17
Figure 6-10: Time Setting 18
Figure 6-11: Setup Tab - DDNS 19
Figure 6-12: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 20
Figure 6-13: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway) 21
Figure 6-14: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 21
Figure 6-15: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
Figure 6-16: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 23
Figure 6-17: MAC Address Filter List 23
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Figure 6-18: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 24
Figure 6-19: Security Tab - Firewall 26
Figure 6-20: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 26
Figure 6-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Pre-Shared Key) 27
Figure 6-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Radius) 27
Figure 6-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (Radius) 28
Figure 6-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 28
Figure 6-25: Access Restrictions Tab 29
Figure 6-26: Internet Policy Summary 29
Figure 6-27: List of PCs 29
Figure 6-28: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 30
Figure 6-29: Applications and Gaming - DMZ 31
Figure 6-30: Administration Tab - Management 32
Figure 6-31: Administration Tab - Log 32
Figure 6-32: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 33
Figure 6-33: The Ping Test 33
Figure 6-34: The Traceroute Test 33
Figure 6-35: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 34
Figure 6-36: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 34
Figure 6-37: Status Tab - Router 35
Figure 6-38: Status Tab - Local Network 36
Figure 6-39: Status Tab - Wireless 37
Figure B-1: Warchalking 52
Figure B-2: WEP 58
Figure B-3: Pre-Shared Key 58
Figure B-4: WPA Radius 59
Figure B-5: Radius 59
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 60
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 62
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 62
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 63
Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter 63
Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 63
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Broadband Router. The Wireless-G Broadband Router will allow
you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet Access, files and fun, easily and securely.
How does the Wireless-G Broadband Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet
connection over a network. With the Wireless-G Broadband Router, this access can be shared over the four
switched ports or over via the wireless broadcast at either 11Mbps Wireless-B or 54Mbps Wireless-G. In addition,
the Wireless-G standard provides greater security opportunities while the router’s switched ports are protected
through Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) and a NAT firewall. All of these security features, as well as full
configurability is accessed through the easy to use browser-based utility.
But what does all of this mean?
Networks are useful tools for sharing computer resources. You can access one printer from different computers
and access data located on another computer's hard drive. Networks are even used for playing multiplayer video
games. So, networks are not only useful in homes and offices, they can also be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is
why the network is called “wired”.
PCs equipped with wireless cards and adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. This is sometimes called
a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. The Wireless-G Broadband Router bridges wireless networks of both
802.11b and 802.11g standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with each other.
With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files, Internet access,
even play games. All the while, the Wireless-G Broadband Router protects your networks from unauthorized and
unwelcome users.
Use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the Wireless-G Broadband Router, set it up, and configure it
to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to get the most out of the Wireless-G
Broadband Router.
LAN (Local Area Network): The
computers and networking products
that make up the network in your home
or office
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What’s in this Guide?
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What’s in this Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-B Media Adapter.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Adapter’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-Based Utility to configure the settings on the Wireless-G Broadband
Router.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Wireless-G Broadband Router.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on your Router if you should need to do so.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
• Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter.
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router.
• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
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• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router.
• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router.
• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router.
• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network
Network Topology
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network
Network Topology
A wireless LAN is a group of computers, each equipped with one Linksys wireless adapter. Computers in a
wireless LAN must be configured to share the same radio channel.
The Linksys wireless adapters provide access to a wired LAN for wireless workstations. An integrated wireless
and wired LAN is called an infrastructure configuration. A group of Linksys wireless adapter users and a
Wireless-G Broadband Router compose a Basic Service Set (BSS). Each Linksys wireless adapter PC in a BSS can
talk to any computer in a wired LAN infrastructure via the Wireless-G Broadband Router.
An infrastructure configuration extends the accessibility of a Linksys wireless adapter PC to a wired LAN, and
doubles the effective wireless transmission range for two Linksys wireless adapter PCs. Since the Wireless-G
Broadband Router is able to forward data within its BSS, the effective transmission range in an infrastructure LAN
is doubled.
Roaming
Infrastructure mode also supports roaming capabilities for mobile users. More than one BSS can be configured
as an Extended Service Set (ESS). This continuous network allows users to roam freely within an ESS. All PCs
equipped with a Linksys wireless adapter within one ESS must be configured with the same ESS ID and use the
same radio channel.
Before enabling an ESS with roaming capability, choosing a feasible radio channel and optimum Wireless-G
Broadband Router position is recommended. Proper router positioning combined with a clear radio signal will
greatly enhance performance.
Infrastructure: a wireless network
that is bridged to a wired network via
an access point.
LAN: the computers and networking
products that make up your local
network
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Network Layout
Dual-Band Wireless Access Point
Network Layout
The Wireless-G Broadband Router has been specifically designed for use with both your 802.11b and 802.11g
products. Now, products using these standards can communicate with each other.
The Wireless-G Broadband Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such at the PC Cards
(WPC54G, WPC11) for your laptop computers, PCI Card (WMP54G) for your desktop PC, and USB Adapter
(WUSB11) for when you want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Router will also communicate with the wireless
PrintServer (WPS11) and bridges (WET11, WET54G).
When you wish to connect your wired network with your wireless network, the Wireless-G Broadband Router's
LAN port can be connected to any of Linksys's switches (such as the EZXS55W or EZXS88W) or routers (such as
the BEFSR41 or BEFVP41).
With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Broadband Router.
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The Back Panel
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Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Back Panel
The Broadband Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the back panel.
Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Broadband Router's factory defaults. Either press the Reset
Button, for approximately ten seconds, or restore the defaults from the Password tab in the
Broadband Router's Web-Based Utility.
Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection.
1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Broadband Router to your networked PCs and other
Ethernet network devices.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
Important: Resetting the Broadband Router
will erase all of your settings (WEP Encryption,
Wireless and LAN settings, etc.) and replace
them with the factory defaults. Do not reset
the Broadband Router if you want to retain
these settings.
Figure 3-1: The Broadband Router’s Back Panel
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The Front Panel
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The Front Panel
The Router’s LEDs, where information about network activity is displayed, are located on the front panel.
Power Green. The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on. When the
Router goes through its self-diagnosis mode during every boot-up, this LED will flicker,
stopping upon successful completion of the diagnosis.
DMZ Green. The DMZ LED indicates when the DMZ function is being utilized. This LED will remain
on as long as DMZ is enabled.
WLAN Green. The WLAN LED lights whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If the LED is
flickering, the Broadband Router is actively sending or receiving data over the network.
1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Broadband
Router’s back panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Broadband Router
is successfully connected to a device through that port. A flickering LED indicates network
activity over that port.
Internet Green. The Internet LED indicates when a successful connection is made through the Internet
port.
Figure 3-2: The Broadband Router’s Front Panel
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Hardware Installation
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Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router
Hardware Installation
1. Locate an optimum location for the Broadband Router. The best place for the Broadband Router is usually at
the center of your wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
2. Fix the direction of the antenna. Try to place it in a position that will best cover your wireless network.
Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be. The antenna's position
enhances the receiving sensitivity.
3. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable to the Broadband Router’s Internet port. Then, connect the other
end of the Ethernet cable to your Cable or DSL Broadband modem.
Figure 4-1: Connecting Your Internet Connection
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4. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to one of the Broadband Router’s numbered ports with a
standard Ethernet network cable.
5. Connect the AC Power Adapter to the Broadband Router's Power Socket and the other end into an electrical
outlet. Only use the power adapter supplied with the Broadband Router. Use of a different adapter may result
in product damage.
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs, for directions on how
to configure your PC.
Figure 4-2: Connecting Your Network Devices
Figure 4-3: Connecting the Power
IMPORTANT: Make sure to use the power adapter
that is supplied with the Router. Use of a different
power adapter could damage the Router.
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Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs
Overview
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Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs
Overview
The instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your computers to be able to communicate with
the Router.
To do this, you need to configure your PC’s network settings to obtain an IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically, so
your PC can function as a DHCP client. Computers use IP addresses to communicate with the Router and each
other across a network, such as the Internet.
First, find out which Windows operating system your computer is running. You can find out by clicking the Start
button. Read the side panel of the Start menu to find out which operating system your PC is running.
You may need to do this for each computer you are connecting to the Router.
The next few pages tell you, step by step, how to configure your network settings based on the type of Windows
operating system you are using. Make sure that an Ethernet or wireless adapter (also known as a network
adapter) has been successfully installed in each PC you will configure. Once you’ve configured your computers,
continue to “Chapter 6: Using the Router’s Web-Based Utility.”
Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs
1. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon. Double-click the Network icon.
2. On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line for the applicable Ethernet adapter, as shown in Figure 5-1.
Do not choose a TCP/IP entry whose name mentions DUN, PPPoE, VPN, or AOL. If the word TCP/IP appears by
itself, select that line. Click the Properties button.
3. Click the IP Address tab. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. (See Figure 5-2.)
IMPORTANT: Important: By default Windows 98,
2000, Me, and XP has TCP/IP installed and set to
obtain an IP address automatically. If your PC does
not have TCP/IP installed, click Start and then
Help. Search for the keyword TCP/IP. Then follow
the instructions to install TCP/IP.
Figure 5-1: Configuration Tab
Figure 5-2: IP Address Tab
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4. Now click the Gateway tab, and verify that the Installed Gateway field is blank. Click the OK button.
5. Click the OK button again. Windows may ask you for the original Windows installation disk or additional files.
Check for the files at c:\windows\options\cabs, or insert your Windows CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive and
check the correct file location, e.g., D:\win98, D:\win9x, etc. (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).
6. Windows may ask you to restart your PC. Click the Yes button. If Windows does not ask you to restart, restart
your computer anyway.
Go to “Chapter 6: Using the Router’s Web-Based Utility.”
Configuring Windows 2000 PCs
1. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon. Double-click the Network and Dial-
up Connections icon.
2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter (usually it is the first Local Area
Connection listed). Double-click the Local Area Connection. Click the Properties button. (See Figure 5-3.)
3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click
the Properties button. (See Figure 5-4.)
4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OK button. Click the
OK button again to complete the PC configuration. (See Figure 5-53.)
5. Restart your computer.
Go to “Chapter 6: Using the Router’s Web-Based Utility.”
Figure 5-3: Properties
Figure 5-4: TCP/IP
Figure 5-5: IP Address
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Configuring Windows XP PCs
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Configuring Windows XP PCs
The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If you are using the
Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions), please follow the
instructions for Windows 2000.
1. Click the Start button and then the Control Panel icon. Click the Network and Internet Connections icon.
Then click the Network Connections icon.
2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter (usually it is the first Local Area
Connection listed). Double-click the Local Area Connection. Click the Properties button. (See Figure 5-6.)
3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and
click the Properties button. (See Figure 5-7.)
4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. (See Figure 5-8.) Once the new window appears, click the OK
button. Click the OK button again to complete the PC configuration.
Go to “Chapter 6: Using the Router’s Web-Based Utility.”
Figure 5-6: Properties
Figure 5-7: TCP/IP
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Figure 5-8: IP Address
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Overview
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Chapter 6: Configuring the Wireless-G Broadband Router
Overview
The Broadband Router has been designed to be functional right out of the box with the default settings in the
Setup Wizard. However, if you’d like to change these settings, use the Router’s web-based utility. This chapter
will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web
browser through use of a computer connected to the Router. For a basic network setup, most users only have to
use the following screens of the Utility:
• Basic Setup. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your ISP.
• Management. Click the Administration tab and then the Management tab. The Router’s default password is
admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default.
There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming,
Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.
To access the web-based utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP
address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.
A password request page, shown in Figure 6-1 will appear. (non-Windows XP users will see a similar screen.)
Leave the User Name field blank. The first time you open the Web-Based Utility, use the default password admin.
(You can set a new password from the Administration tab’s Management screen.) Then click the OK button.
Have You: Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs
communicate over the network with this protocol.
Refer to Appendix D: Windows Help for more
information on TCP/IP.
Note: The Router is designed to function properly after
connecting the Router to your network. This chapter is
provided solely for those who wish to perform more
advanced configuration or monitoring.
Figure 6-1: Password Screen
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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Broadband Router's general
settings. Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or
Cancel Changes to cancel your changes.
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Broadband Router to your Internet connection. Most of this information
can be obtained through your ISP.
Internet Connection Type
Choose the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop down menu.
• DHCP. By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP, which
should be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
• Static IP. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you
with the IP Address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP
will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
DNS. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.
subnet mask: An address code that
determines the size of the network.
Figure 6-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup
Figure 6-3: DHCP Connection Type
Figure 6-4: Static IP Connection Type
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• PPPoE. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet
connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use
PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (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. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
• PPTP. Point to Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.
Specify Internet IP Address This is the Router’s IP address, as seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide
you with the IP Address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP
will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (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. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. To use this option, click the radio button next to Keep
Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want the Router to check the Internet connection.
The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
static ip address: a fixed address assigned to
a computer or device connected to a network
Figure 6-5: PPPoE Connection Type
Figure 6-6: PPTP Connection Type
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Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.
Router Name. In this field, you can type a name of up to 39 characters to represent the Router.
Host Name/Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs,
usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your
broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these
fields blank will work.
MTU. MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet
transmission. The default setting, Manual, allows you to enter the largest packet size that will be transmitted.
The recommended size, entered in the Size field, is 1492. You should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range.
To have the Router select the best MTU for your Internet connection, select Auto.
Network Setup
The Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports.
Wireless Setup is performed through the Wireless tab.
Router IP
This presents both the Router’s IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by your network.
Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)
The settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The
Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to
each computer on your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, you must configure all
of your network PCs to connect to a DHCP server (the Router), and make sure there is no other DHCP server on
your network.
DHCP Server. DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, or you
don’t want a DHCP server, then click the Disable radio button (no other DHCP features will be available).
Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.253. The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.
IMPORTANT: Restoring the Router's factory
default settings will erase all of your settings
(WEP Encryption, Wireless and LAN settings, etc.),
and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not
reset the Router if you want to retain these
settings.
Figure 6-7: Optional Settings
Figure 6-8: Router IP
Figure 6-9: Network Address Server Settings
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Maximum Number of DHCP Users. Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign
IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.
Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is 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, that 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 default is 0 minutes, which means one day.
Static DNS (1-3). The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into
Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use
another, type that IP Address in one of these fields. You can type up to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The
Router will use these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.
WINS. The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each PC’s interaction with the Internet. If you use
a WINS server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.
Time Setting
Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull down menu. (You can even automatically
adjust for daylight savings time.)
Figure 6-10: Time Setting
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The Setup Tab - DDNS
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Setup Tab - DDNS
The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain
name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other
server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service at
www.dyndns.org, or www.TZO.com, DDNS service providers.
DDNS Service. From this pull-down menu, enter the DDNS service with which you have membership.
User Name. Enter the User Name for your DDNS account
Password. Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Host Name. The is the DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service.
Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s current IP Address as seen on the Internet.
Status. This displays the status of the DDNS connection.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-11: Setup Tab - DDNS
Note: Availability of DDNS service may vary depending
on region.
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The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will
require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC
address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router
with the MAC Address Clone feature.
Enable/Disable. To have the MAC Address cloned, click the radio button beside Enable.
User Defined Entry. Enter the MAC Address registered with your ISP here.
Clone Your PC’s MAC Address. Clicking this button will clone the MAC address.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-12: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
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The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing
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The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing
This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the type(s) of
advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing will automatically adjust how packets travel on your network. Static
Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination.
Operating Mode
. Select the mode in which this Router will function. If this Router is hosting your network’s
connection to the Internet, select
Gateway
. If another Router exists on your network, select
Router
. When Router is
chosen,
Dynamic Routing
will be enabled.
Dynamic Routing
. The Dynamic Routing feature enables the Router to automatically adjust to physical changes in
the network’s layout and exchange routing tables with the other router(s). The Router determines the network
packets’ route based on the fewest number of hops between the source and the destination. This feature is
Disabled by default. From the drop-down menu, you can also select,
LAN & Wireless
, which performs dynamic
routing over both your Ethernet and wireless networks. You can also select,
WAN
, which performs dynamic routing
with data coming from the Internet. Finally, selecting
Both
performs dynamic routing with both methods described.
Static Routing
. To set up a static route between the Router and another network, select a number from the Static
Routing drop-down list. (A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travel to reach a
specific host or network.) Enter the information described below to set up a new static route. (Clicking the
Delete
This Entry
will delete a static route.)
Enter Route Name
. Enter a name for the Route here, using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.
Destination LAN IP
. The Destination LAN IP is the address of the remote network or host to which you want to
assign a static route.
Subnet Mask
. The Subnet Mask determines which portion of a Destination LAN IP address is the network
portion, and which portion is the host portion.
Default Gateway
. This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and
the remote network or host.
Interface
. This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the
LAN & Wireless
(Ethernet and
wireless networks), the
WAN
(Internet), or
Loopback
(a dummy network in which one PC acts like a network-
necessary for certain software programs).
Click the
Show Routing Table
button to view the Static Routes you’ve already set up.
Change these settings as described here and click the
Save Settings
button to apply your changes or
Cancel
Changes
to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-13: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway)
Figure 6-14: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router)
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The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen.
Wireless Network Mode. From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your
network. If you have both Wireless-G and 802.11b devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed. If
you have only Wireless-G devices, select G-Only. If you have only Wireless-B devices, select B-Only. If you do not
have any Wireless-G and 802.11b devices in your network, select Disable.
Wireless Network Name (SSID). The SSID is the network name shared among all points in a wireless network.
The SSID must be identical for all points in the wireless network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32
characters (use any of the characters on the keyboard). Make sure this setting is the same for all points in your
wireless network. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name.
Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network
settings. All devices in your wireless network must be broadcast on the same channel in order to function
correctly.
Wireless SSID Broadcast. When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with,
they will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the Router's SSID, keep the default setting,
Enable. If you do not want to broadcast the Router's SSID, then select Disable.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-15: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
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The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your
network’s radius.
Wireless MAC Filter. To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or preventing access, click the
radio button beside Enable. If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, select Disable.
Prevent. Clicking this button will Prevent users access by MAC Address.
Permit Only. Clicking this button will Permit users access by MAC Address.
Edit MAC Address Filter List. Clicking this button will open the MAC Address Filter List. On this screen, you can
list users, by MAC Address, to whom you wish to provide or block access. The Wireless Client/MAC List button
will display network users by MAC Address for easy reference.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-17: MAC Address Filter List
Figure 6-16: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter
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The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an
expert administrator as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance.
Authentication Type. The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication
to be used. With Open System authentication, the sender and the recipient do NOT use a WEP key for
authentication. With Shared Key authentication, the sender and recipient use a WEP key for authentication.
Basic Rate. The Basic Rate setting is not actually one rate of transmission but a series of rates, advertising to the
other wireless points in your network at what rates the Router can transmit. At the default setting, the Router will
advertise that it will Automatically select the best rate for transmission. Other options of rates to advertise are
1-2Mbps, for use with older wireless technology, and All, when you wish to make all rates advertised. The Basic
Rate is not the rate transmitted; that is the Transmission Rate.
Transmission Rate. The rate of data transmission should be set depending on the speed of your wireless
network. You can select from a range of transmission speeds, or you can select Auto to have the Router
automatically use the fastest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback feature. Auto-Fallback will
negotiate the best possible connection speed between the Router and a wireless client. The default value is Auto.
CTS Protection Mode. This should remain disabled unless having severe problems with your Wireless-G
products not being able to transmit to the Router. This function boosts the Router’s ability to catch all 802.11b
and Wireless-G transmissions but will severely decrease performance.
Frame Burst. Enabling this option should provide your network with greater performance, varying upon the
manufacturer of your wireless products.
Beacon Interval. The default value is 100. Enter a value between 1 and 65,535 milliseconds. The Beacon
Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the Router to
synchronize the wireless network.
DTIM Interval. This value, between 1 and 16384, indicates 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. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast
and multicast messages. The default value is 1.
Figure 6-18: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
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Fragmentation Threshold. This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into
multiple packets. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase the Fragmentation
Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance. Only minor
reduction of the default value is recommended. In most cases, it should remain at its default value of 2346.
RTS Threshold. Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2346, is
recommended. If a network packet is smaller than the preset RTS threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will
not be enabled. The Router sends Request to Send (RTS) frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates
the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS)
frame to acknowledge the right to begin transmission. The RTS Threshold value should remain at its default value
of 2346.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
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The Security Tab - Firewall
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Security Tab - Firewall
Block WAN Requests. Enable the Block WAN Request feature by checking the box beside Block Anonymous
Internet Requests and you can prevent your network from being “pinged,” or detected, by other Internet users.
The Block WAN Request feature also reinforces your network security by hiding your network ports. Both
functions of the Block WAN Request feature make it more difficult for outside users to work their way into your
network. This feature is enabled by default.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough
Use the settings on this tab to allow VPN tunnels in either IPSec or PPTP protocols to pass through the Router’s
firewall.
IPSec Pass-through. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure
exchange of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, click the radio button
beside Enable. IPSec Pass-Through is enabled by default.
PPTP Pass-through. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol is the method used to enable VPN sessions to a Windows
NT 4.0 or 2000 server. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, click the radio button beside Enable.
PPTP Pass-Through is enabled by default.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-19: Security Tab - Firewall
Figure 6-20: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
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The Security Tab - Wireless Security
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Security Tab - Wireless Security
The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security
mode options supported by the Router, WPA, RADIUS, and WEP. These four are briefly discussed here. For
detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router, turn to Appendix B: Wireless Security.
WPA Pre-Shared Key. WPA gives you two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys.
Select the type of algorithm, TKIP or AES, enter a Pre-Shared key of 8-32 characters, and enter a Group Key
Renewal period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys.
WPA Radius. WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is
connected to the Router.) First, select the type of WPA algorithm, TKIP or AES. Enter the RADIUS server’s IP
Address and port number, along with a key shared between the Router and the server. Last, enter a Group Key
Renewal period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys.
Figure 6-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
(WPA Pre-Shared Key)
Figure 6-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
(WPA Radius)
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Radius. WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a RADIUS server is
connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared
between the Router and the server. Then, select a WEP key and a level of WEP encryption, and either generate a
WEP key through the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
WEP. WEP is a basic encryption method, not as secure as WPA. To use WEP, select a WEP key and a level of WEP
encryption, and either generate a WEP key through the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router, turn to
Appendix B: Wireless Security.
Figure 6-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (Radius)
Figure 6-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP)
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The Access Restrictions Tab
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Access Restrictions Tab
The Access Restrictions tab allows you to block or allow network access as well as manage specific kinds of
Internet usage.
Internet Access Policy. Access is managed by a policy. An access policy is established with the settings on this
screen (after Save Settings is clicked). Selecting a policy from the drop-down menu will display that policy’s
settings on this screen. To delete a policy, select that policy’s number and click the Delete button. To view the
policies established, click the View Summary button. (Policies can be deleted from the summary screen by
selecting the policy or policies and clicking the Delete button.)
Status. Policies are automatically enabled. To disable a policy, which will cease it from functioning until you
enable it once again, click the radio button beside Disable.
Enter Policy Name. Each policy can be named, using no more than 30 characters, so you can remember what
it’s for.
PCs. Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. You can enter the PC by
MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you wish this policy to affect a group of
PCs. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel Changes to
cancel your changes.
Days/Times. When will this policy be in effect? On every day? At certain times? Select the individual days or
select Everyday. Select 24 Hours or enter a range of hours in which the policy will be in effect.
Filtered Port Range. To filter a range of ports, based on certain criteria, enter the ranges here.
TCP. Enter the range of the ports you wish to filter that use the TCP protocol.
UDP. Enter the range of the ports you wish to filter that use the TCP protocol.
Both. Enter the range of the ports you wish to filter that use both the TCP and UDP protocols.
Disable. Two ranges are supplied for ports you wish to disable.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-25: Access Restrictions Tab
Figure 6-26: Internet Policy Summary
Figure 6-27: List of PCs
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward
The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp
servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any
applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some
Internet applications may not require any forwarding.)
To forward a port, enter the information on each line for the criteria required. Descriptions of each criteria are
described here.
Application. In this field, enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.
Start/End. This is the port range. Enter the number that starts the port range under Start and the number that
ends the range under End.
Protocol. Enter the protocol used for this application, either TCP or UDP, or Both.
IP Address. For each application, enter the IP Address of the PC running the specific application.
Enable. Click the Enable checkbox to enable port forwarding for the relevant application.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-28: Applications and Gaming Tab -
Port Range Forward
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such
as Internet gaming or videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port
Range Forward feature is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ
hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet.
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 change when using the DHCP function.
To expose one PC, select Enable. Then, enter the computer's IP address in the DMZ Host IP Address field.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-29: Applications and Gaming - DMZ
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The Administration Tab - Management
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Administration Tab - Management
This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for
access and security.
Local Router Access. You can change the Router’s password from here. Enter a new Router password and then
type it again in the Re-enter to confirm field to confirm.
Remote Router Access. To access the Router remotely, from outside the network, verify that Enable is selected.
Then, enter the port number that will be open to outside access. You will need to enter the Router’s password
when accessing the Router this way, as usual.
UPnP. When using UPnP features, select Enable. As allowing this may present a risk to security, this feature is
disabled by default.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
The Administration Tab - Log
The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection. To disable the Log function, keep the default
setting, Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the Internet, select Enable. When you wish to view
the logs, click Incoming Log or Outgoing Log, depending on which you wish to view.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-30: Administration Tab - Management
Figure 6-31: Administration Tab - Log
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The Administration Tab - Diagnostics
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics
The diagnostic tests (Ping and TraceRoute) allow you to check the connections of your network components.
Ping Test. The Ping test will check the status of a connection. Click the Ping button to open the Ping Test screen.
Enter the address of the PC whose connection you wish to test and how many times you wish to test it. Then,
click the Ping button. A successful test will look similar to that shown in Figure 5-33. To stop the test, click the
Stop button. Click the Clear Log button to clear the screen. Click the Close button to return to the Diagnostics
screen.
Traceroute Test. To test the performance of a connect, click the Traceroute button. Enter the address of the PC
whose connection you wish to test and click the Ping button. A successful test will look similar to that shown in
Figure 5-34. To stop the test, click the Stop button. Click the Clear Log button to clear the screen. Click the Close
button to return to the Diagnostics screen.
Change these settings as described here and click the Save Settings button to apply your changes or Cancel
Changes to cancel your changes.
Figure 6-32: Administration Tab - Diagnostics
Figure 6-33: The Ping Test
Figure 6-34: The Traceroute Test
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The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
Click the Yes button to reset all configuration settings to their default values, and then click the Save Settings
button. Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored. This feature is disabled by
default.
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
Firmware can be upgraded by clicking the Upgrade button after browsing for the firmware, which you can
download from the Linksys website. Do not upgrade your firmware unless you are experiencing problems with
the Router. For more information about upgrading firmware, refer to “Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware”.
Figure 6-35: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
Figure 6-36: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
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The Status Tab - Router
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Status Tab - Router
The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status.
Firmware Version. This is the Router’s current firmware.
Current Time. This shows the time, as you set on the Setup Tab.
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen by your ISP.
Router Name. This is the specific name for the Router, which you set on the Setup Tab.
Host Name. If required by your ISP, this would have been entered on the Setup Tab.
Domain Name. If required by your ISP, this would have been entered on the Setup Tab.
Configuration Type. This shows the information required by your ISP for connection to the Internet. This
information was entered on the Setup Tab. You can Connect or Disconnect your connection here by clicking on
that button.
Figure 6-37: Status Tab - Router
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The Status Tab - Local Network
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Status Tab - Local Network
The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network.
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Ethernet network.
IP Address. This shows the Router’s IP Address, as it appears on your local, Ethernet network.
Subnet Mask. When the Router is using a Subnet Mask, it is shown here.
DHCP Server. If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Start IP Address. For the range of IP Addresses used by points on your local, Ethernet network, the beginning of
that range is shown here.
End IP Address. For the range of IP Addresses used by points on your local, Ethernet network, the end of that
range is shown here.
DHCP Clients Table. Clicking this button will open a screen to show you which PCs are utilizing the Router as a
DHCP server. You can delete PCs from that list, and sever their connections, by checking a Delete box and
clicking the Delete button.
Figure 6-38: Status Tab - Local Network
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The Status Tab - Wireless
Wireless-G Broadband Router
The Status Tab - Wireless
The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network.
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, wireless network.
Mode. As selected from the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless mode (Mixed, G-Only, or Disabled) used by
the network.
SSID. As entered on the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless network name or SSID.
DHCP Server. If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Channel. As entered on the Wireless tab, this will display the channel on which your wireless network is
broadcasting.
Encryption Function. As selected on the Security Tab, this will display what type of encryption the Router uses
for security.
Figure 6-39: Status Tab - Wireless
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Windows 98 or Me Instructions
Wireless-G Broadband Router
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter
This section describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use the MAC
filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router. You can also find the IP address of your computer’s
Ethernet adapter. This IP address is used for the Router’s filtering, forwarding, and/or DMZ features. Follow the
steps in this appendix to find the adapter’s MAC or IP address in Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP.
Windows 98 or Me Instructions
1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter winipcfg. Then press the Enter key or the OK button.
2. When the IP Configuration screen appears, select the Ethernet adapter you have connected to the Router via a
CAT 5 Ethernet network cable. See Figure C-1.
3. Write down the Adapter Address as shown on your computer screen (see Figure C-2). This is the MAC address
for your Ethernet adapter and is shown as a series of numbers and letters.
The MAC address/Adapter Address is what you will use for MAC address cloning or MAC filtering.
The example in Figure C-3 shows the Ethernet adapter’s IP address as 192.168.1.100. Your computer may
show something different.
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions
1. Click Start and Run. In the Open field, enter cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button.
2. At the command prompt, enter ipconfig /all. Then press the Enter key.
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter
Address
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen
Note: The MAC address is also called the Adapter Address.
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Belangrijk! Antwoorden worden ook per e-mail naar abonnees gestuurd. Laat uw emailadres achter op deze site, zodat u op de hoogte blijft. U krijgt dan ook andere vragen en antwoorden te zien.

Abonneren

Abonneer u voor het ontvangen van emails voor uw Sitecom wrt54 gv2.2 bij:


U ontvangt een email met instructies om u voor één of beide opties in te schrijven.


Ontvang uw handleiding per email

Vul uw emailadres in en ontvang de handleiding van Sitecom wrt54 gv2.2 in de taal/talen: Engels als bijlage per email.

De handleiding is 1,72 mb groot.

 

U ontvangt de handleiding per email binnen enkele minuten. Als u geen email heeft ontvangen, dan heeft u waarschijnlijk een verkeerd emailadres ingevuld of is uw mailbox te vol. Daarnaast kan het zijn dat uw internetprovider een maximum heeft aan de grootte per email. Omdat hier een handleiding wordt meegestuurd, kan het voorkomen dat de email groter is dan toegestaan bij uw provider.

Stel vragen via chat aan uw handleiding

Stel uw vraag over deze PDF

Uw handleiding is per email verstuurd. Controleer uw email

Als u niet binnen een kwartier uw email met handleiding ontvangen heeft, kan het zijn dat u een verkeerd emailadres heeft ingevuld of dat uw emailprovider een maximum grootte per email heeft ingesteld die kleiner is dan de grootte van de handleiding.

Er is een email naar u verstuurd om uw inschrijving definitief te maken.

Controleer uw email en volg de aanwijzingen op om uw inschrijving definitief te maken

U heeft geen emailadres opgegeven

Als u de handleiding per email wilt ontvangen, vul dan een geldig emailadres in.

Uw vraag is op deze pagina toegevoegd

Wilt u een email ontvangen bij een antwoord en/of nieuwe vragen? Vul dan hier uw emailadres in.



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