ASUSTeK Computer DCW625 Wireless Cable Gateway User Manual 16096620 DCW615 25 00 Cover

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CAUTION: Disconnectpower before servicing.CAUTION: To ensure reliable operation and to preventoverheating, provide adequate ventilation for this modem andkeep it away from heat sources. Do not locate near heatregisters or other heat-producing equipment. Provide for freeair flow around the cable modem and its power supply.CABLE INSTALLER:This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code(Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper groundingand, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of thebuilding as close to the point of cable entry as practical.DOCSIS compliantThis product was designed according to Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifications.It will operate on any DOCSIS-compliant Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) cable system and offers DOCSISBaseline Privacy to promote secure Internet transactions.Power cord RequirementThis product must be operated with the supplied line cord or with a line cord meeting IEC227 H03VV-F or IEC227 H03 VVH2-F having conductors with a cross-sectional area not less than .75mm2.Operating InformationOperating Temperature: 0˚ - 40˚ C (32˚ - 104˚ F)Storage Temperature: -30˚ to 65˚ CPower PackThe power pack is intended to serve as mains disconnect device and so allows to turn off the cablemodem. This pack shall be easily accessible in an emergencyIf you purchased this product at a retail outlet, please read the following:Product RegistrationPlease fill out the product registration card that came with this product and return it immediately. Returning the cardallows us to contact you if needed.Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record theserial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.Model No. ____________________________________ Serial No _____________________________________________Safety Information 16096620 DCW615/25. 00 Cover 6/26/03, 10:45 AM2
Table of Contents1Chapter 1: Overview and SetupIntroduction ................................................................................... 4Wireless Cable Gateway Features .......................................................................... 4What’s on the CD-ROM ............................................................................................ 5Computer Requirements ........................................................................................... 6Wireless Cable Gateway Overview............................................... 6Contact Your Local Cable Company ...................................................................... 7System Overview ........................................................................... 8Your PC: Installing a PC Network Card ................................................................ 8Your PC: Installing a TCP/IP Stack ......................................................................... 9Your PC: Configuring DHCP on a TCP/IP Stack on a PC.................................10Configuring Windows Me PCs .............................................................................. 11Configuring Windows 2000 PCs ......................................................................... 12Configuring Windows XP PCs .............................................................................. 12Chapter 2: Connections and SetupConnecting Your Devices ............................................................ 13Ethernet Connection ............................................................................................... 13USB Connecton ........................................................................................................ 13Connecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for USB Connection 14Activating the Wireless Cable Gateway.................................... 15Initialization .............................................................................................................. 15Buttons ....................................................................................................................... 16Reset Switch ............................................................................................................. 17Software Download Indicator .............................................................................. 17Mandatory User Configuration .................................................. 18TOC to be updated 16096620 DCW615/25. 00 TOC 6/26/03, 10:45 AM1
Table of Contents2Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsAdvanced User Configuration .................................................... 10Three Networking Modes ...................................................................................... 20Status Web Page Group .............................................................. 21Software Web Page ..................................................................................................21Connection Web Page .............................................................................................21Security Web Page .................................................................................................. 22Diagnostics Web Page ............................................................................................ 22Basic Web Page Group ................................................................ 23Setup Web Page ....................................................................................................... 23DHCP Web Page ....................................................................................................... 24Advanced Web Page Group ........................................................ 25Options Web Page ................................................................................................... 25IP Filtering Web Page ............................................................................................. 26MAC Filtering Web Page ........................................................................................ 26Port Filtering Web Page ......................................................................................... 26Forwarding Web Page ............................................................................................ 27Port Triggers Web Page .......................................................................................... 27DMZ Host Web Page ............................................................................................... 28Routing Informaton Protocol Setup ................................................................... 28Firewall Web Pages Group.......................................................... 29Time of Day ............................................................................................................... 29Web Filter Web Page .............................................................................................. 29Event Log Web Page ............................................................................................... 30Parental Control Web Pages Group .................................................................... 30Wireless Web Pages Group ......................................................... 31 16096620 DCW615/25. 00 TOC 6/26/03, 10:45 AM2
Table of Contents3Enable Web Page ......................................................................................................31Basic Web Page .........................................................................................................31Privacy Web Page .....................................................................................................31Advanced Web Page ............................................................................................... 32Access Control Page ................................................................................................ 32Determining Wifi MAC address ................................................. 34Chapter 4: Additional InformationTroubleshooting ........................................................................... 35Front of the Unit (DCW615) ..................................................... 36Front of the Unit (DCW625/TCW690) ..................................... 37Back of the Unit (DCW615) ...................................................... 38Back of the Unit (DCW625/TCW690) ...................................... 39Detailed Explanation of Jacks.................................................... 40Care and Cleaning ....................................................................... 41Service Information .................................................................... 41FCC Declaration of Conformity and IndustryCanada Information .................................................................... 42Additional FCC Information ....................................................... 43Product Specifications ................................................................ 45TOC to be updated 16096620 DCW615/25. 00 TOC 6/26/03, 10:45 AM3
Chapter 1: Overview and SetupIllustrations contained in this document are for representation only.4Chapter 1IntroductionWireless Cable Gateway FeaturesThank you for purchasing the Wireless Cable Gateway. This device delivers the highestperformance in data over cable technology. Ideal for home and small business users, this easy-to-use communication device offers reliable connectivity as well as remarkable data transfer rates—up to 600 times faster than a 56K dial-up modem. Once the gateway is activated, you are onlineto enjoy real-time 3D animation, video conferencing, and perform other data intensive tasks.The Wireless Cable Gateway provides high-speed, reliable and secure transport capabilities and isdesigned with DOCSIS upgrade ability for both DOCSIS 1.0 and 1.1. The gateway offers anti-spoofing functions, resulting in greater subscriber privacy and higher system availability.Advanced features such as HomePNA2.0, WLAN IEEE 802.11b, NAT, Firewall, VPN pass through andCableHome are also available now and can be configured. 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM4
Chapter 1 5Chapter 1: Overview and SetupWhat’s on the CD-ROMIf you connect a PC using the USB port on your gateway, you’ll need the USB drivers found on theCD-ROM.CD-ROM Contents:•Electronic copy of this user’s guide (.pdf format)•Adobe Acrobat Reader — application you can load to read .pdf format, if you don’t have itloaded already•USB drivers — required if connecting by USB 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM5
6Chapter 1Chapter 1: Overview and SetupComputer Requirements•USB 1.0 or 1.1 (PC only), Ethernet (10/100), 802.11b, or HPNA 1.0 or 2.0 connectivity•A TCP/IP network protocol for each machine•A network cable with RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection• Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later. (5.0 and 4.7 orlater, respectively, are strongly recommended.)•Windows Me, 2000, or XP for USBWireless Cable Gateway OverviewCable Internet Service Requirements•Cable company that offers DOCSIS-compliant Internet servicesWhat the Wireless Cable Gateway DoesThe Digital Wireless Cable Gateway serves as a two-way high-speed bridge between your personalcomputer and a cable Internet Service Provider (ISP). It converts information that originates fromthe Internet or your computer into electronic messages that can be transported over the samewires your cable company uses to transport video signals.What the Wireless Cable Gateway Needs to Do Its Job•The Right Cable Company: Make sure your cable company provides data services that usecable TV industry-standard DOCSIS technology.•The Internet Service Provider (ISP): Your cable company provides you access to an InternetService Provider (ISP). The ISP is your gateway to the Internet. It provides you with a pipelineto access Internet content on the World Wide Web (WWW).Computer Internet Wirelesss Cable Gateway Cable CompanyHPNAWLANPowerTestUSBFull/Col100/10Link/ActReceiveSendReadyLink/Act Cable Modem1 2 3 4 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM6
Chapter 1 7Chapter 1: Overview and SetupCheck with your cable company to make sure you have everything you need to begin; they’llknow if you need to install special software or re-configure your computer to make yourcable Internet service work for you.Contact Your Local Cable CompanyYou will need to contact your cable company to establish an Internet account before you can useyour gateway. You should have the following information ready (which you will find on thesticker on the gateway) :•The serial number•The model number•The Media Access Control (MAC) addressRecord your information here:Serial Number: _________________________Model Number: _________________________MAC Address: __________________________Please verify the following with the cable company:S.N.MODEL:MAC:XXXXXXXXXXXXXXDCWXXX009064XXXXXX•The cable service to your home supports DOCSIS-compliant two-way modem access.•Your Internet account has been set up.•You have a cable outlet near your PC and it is ready for cable modem service.Note: It is important to supply power to the modem at all times. Keeping your modem plugged in will keep itconnected to the Internet. This means that it will always be ready when you are. To disconnect your computerfrom the Internet, use the ON/OFF button to put the modem in standby mode.Important InformationYour cable company should always be consulted before installing a new cable outlet. Do notattempt any rewiring without contacting your cable company first. 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM7
8Chapter 1Chapter 1: Overview and SetupSystem OverviewThe Wireless Cable Gateway is connected between your cable company and the PCs within yourhome, as pictured previously in the Wireless Cable Gateway Overview. The connection to the cablecompany is made by a coaxial cable, and is referred to as the WAN (Wide Area Network) side ofyour Wireless Cable Gateway. The connections to your PCs are made by your choice of severalstandard home networking methods: Ethernet, USB, or 802.11g Wireless. These are referred to asthe LAN (Local Area Network) side of your Wireless Cable Gateway. Multiple PCs can use any or allof the LAN side connections simultaneously to share your single cable company connection, up toa maximum of 254 PCs total.Unlike a simple hub or switch, the gateway’s setup consists of more than simply plugginghardware together. You’ll need to configure your networked PCs to accept the IP addresses thegateway assigns them (if applicable), and you will also need to configure the gateway withsettings provided by your cable company.This installation guide takes you through all the necessary steps for easy installation. Please referto the troubleshooting section for any improper behavior.Even if you consider to use the gateway in a wireless mode only, it is highly recommended toperform all the settings through a wired connection: USB or Ethernet first.• If you intend to connect the Gateway though USB, please go to Chapter 2, USB Connection,page XX.• If you intend to connect the Gateway though Enternet, please go to Chapter 2, EthernetConnection, page XX.•If you already have a network card, follow the next section.Your PC: Installing a PC Network CardIf your PC does not already support Ethernet or USB, you must install a network interface card.Following is an example setup procedure:1. Install an Ethernet card on your motherboard, following the card’s directions.2. Power up your PC and follow the Add New Hardware Wizard’s instructions to install thedriver. When asked to restart your computer at the end of the installation, click Yes.3. After restarting the system, right-click My Computer on the desktop, select Properties, clickthe Device Manager tab, and then double-click Network adapters to confirm that theEthernet driver is properly installed. 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM8
Chapter 1 9Chapter 1: Overview and SetupYour PC: Installing a TCP/IP StackFollow these instructions to install the TCP/IP protocol stack on one of your PCs only after anetwork card has been successfully installed inside the PC. These instructions are for Windows Me.For TCP/IP setup under Windows NT, 2000, and XP, refer to your Windows documentation.1. Click the Start button. Choose Settings and then Control Panel.2. Double-click on the Network icon to bring up yourNetwork window. Select the Configuration tab.3. Click the Add button.4. Double-click on Protocol.Fig. 15. Highlight Microsoft under the list of manufacturers.6. Find and double-click TCP/IP in the list to the right (seeFigure 9).Fig. 2 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM9
10 Chapter 1Chapter 1: Overview and SetupFig. 3Fig. 47. After a few seconds, the main Network window will appear.The TCP/IP Protocol should now be listed.8. Click the OK button again. Windows may ask you for theoriginal Windows installation disk or additional files. Supplythem by pointing to the correct file location, e.g., D:\win9x,c:\windows\options\cabs, etc. (if “D” is the letter of yourCD-ROM drive).9. Windows will ask you to restart the PC. Click the Yesbutton.The TCP/IP installation is now complete.Your PC: Configuring DHCP on a TCP/IP Stack on a PCThese instructions will help you configure each of your computers to be able to communicatewith the gateway to obtain an IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically (called DHCP, Dynamic HostConfiguration Protocol).Find out which operating system your computer is running by clicking the Start button and thengoing to the Settings option. Then click Control Panel and double-click the System icon. If yourStart menu doesn’t have a Settings option, you’re running Windows XP. Click the Cancel buttonwhen done.You may need to do this for each computer you are connecting to the gateway. 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM10
Chapter 1 11Chapter 1: Overview and SetupImportant: These instructions apply only to Windows Me, 2000, or XP machines. For TCP/IP setupunder Windows NT, see your Windows manual. By default Windows 2000, Me, and XP have TCP/IP installed and set to obtain an IP address automatically.The next few pages tell you, step by step, how to configure your network settings, based on thetype of Windows operating system you are using. Make sure that an Ethernet card or adapter hasbeen successfully installed in each PC you want to configure.Configuring Windows Me PCs1. Go to the Network screen by clicking the Start button. ClickSettings and then Control Panel. From there, double-clickthe Network icon.2. On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line for theapplicable Ethernet adapter. Do not choose a TCP/IP entrywhose name mentions DUN, PPPoE, VPN, or AOL. If TCP/IPappears by itself, select that line. (If there is no TCP/IP linelisted, you need to install a TCP/IP stack). Refer to Your PC:Installing a TCP/IP Stack. Click the Properties button.3. Click the IP Address tab. Select Obtain an IP addressautomatically.4. Now click the Gateway tab to ensure that the Installedgateway field is left blank. Click the OK button.5. Click the OK button again. Windows may ask you for theoriginal Windows installation disk or additional files. Supplythem by pointing to the correct file location, e.g., D:\win9x,c:\windows\options\cabs, etc. (if “D” is the letter of yourCD-ROM drive).6. Windows may ask you to restart your PC. Click the Yesbutton. If Windows does not ask you to restart, restart yourcomputer anyway.Fig. 6Fig. 5 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM11
12 Chapter 1Chapter 1: Overview and SetupConfiguring Windows 2000 PCs1. Go to the Network screen by clicking the Start button. Click Settings and then Control Panel.From there, double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter (it’s usually thefirst Local Area Connection listed). Double-click the Local Area Connection. Click theProperties button.3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button.4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OKbutton. Click the OK button again to complete the PC configuration.5. Restart your computer.Configuring Windows XP PCsThe following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If youare using the Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions),please follow the instructions for Windows 2000.1. Go to the Network screen by clicking the Start button and then Control Panel. From there,double-click the Network Internet Connections icon and then the Network Connectionsicon.2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter (it’s usually thefirst Local Area Connection listed). Double-click the Local Area Connection. Click theProperties button.3. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button.4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new window appears, click the OKbutton. Click the OK button again (or the Close button if any settings were changed) tocomplete the PC configuration.5. Restart your computer. 16096620 DCW615/25. 01 Oview 6/26/03, 10:45 AM12
Chapter 2: Connections and SetupChapter 2 13Illustrations contained in this document are for representation only.Connecting Your DevicesEthernet Connection1. Before you begin, make sure that all of your hardware is powered off, including the gateway,PCs, hubs, and switches.2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet ports on the back of thegateway and the other end to a standard port on a network device, e.g., a PC, print server,hub, or switch.3. Connect the coaxial cable from the wall to the CABLE jack on the back of the gateway.4. Connect the power supply cable to the Power jack on the back of the gateway, then plug thesupplied power cable into an AC power outlet. Go to section, Activating the Wireless CableGateway, page 15.USB ConnectionThe cable modem CD included with your modem contains the drivers and other information youneed to install your cable modem. Follow instructions 1 through 5 to connect the cable modem tothe USB port on your computer. Instructions must be followed in the order they appear.1. Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the cable connection in the wall. Attach the otherend of the coaxial cable to the connector on the cable modem labeled “CABLE” (Fig. 2) onpage 82. Insert the plug from the AC power supply into the power AC jack on cable modem and thetwo-prong plug into the AC outlet.3. Insert the supplied cable modem CD-ROM. Wait momentarily fo rthe cable modem CDwindow display.4. Close all open appplications and dialog boxes, including the cable modem CD window.Note: Open applications may interfere with your cable modem installation.5. Connect one end of the USB cable to the USb port located on the back of your conmputer.Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on the cable modem’s back panel.Note: Use only the power supply that accompanied this unit. Using pther power suppliesmay damage the unit. Next, you need to install the USB drivers for your operation system,(Installation for Windows Me is described hereafter:) 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM13
14 Chapter 2Chapter 2: Connections and SetupConnecting the Cable Modem Using Windows Me for USB Connection6. Windows Me will briefly disply the “found New HardwareWizard,” and automatically proceed to the “add NewHardware Wizard” (Fig. 7).Choose the Automatic search for a better driver(Recoomend)” otpion, and click “Next.”Note: If Windwos Me does not recognize the cablemodem’s presence, i.e., the “add New hardware Wizard”did not automatically appear, your BIOS settings may notpermit USB and/or Plug-and-Play devices. Pelase contactyour comptuer’s customer service department.Fig. 8Fig. 77. The automatic search should find and install the driver forthe “RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem” (Fig.8). Click on“Finish’ to complete the process.8. When the “System Settings Change” window appears, click“Yes” to restart your computer (Fig. 9).9. The Thomson cable modem installation is now complete. To validate a proper installation, performthe following instructions.• Click on “Start” icon in the lower left-hand corner of your screen.•Select “Settings,” followed by “Control Panel.” The “Control Panel” window appears.•Double-click on the “System” icon, and select the “Device Manager.”Fig. 9 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM14
Chapter 2 15Chapter 2: Connections and Setup•Scroll down the list until you come to “Network Adapters.” Double-click on “NetworkAdapters.”•The “RCA or Thomson USB Cable Modem” should exist. If ‘RCA or Thomson USB CableModem” does not exist, the cable modem was NOT installed correctlly. Uninstall the driversand start the process again.Activating the Wireless Cable GatewayInitializationTurn on the gateway’s POWER switch (DCW615) or the ON/OFF button on the front (DCW625/TCW690). The Power indicator on the front of the unit comes on.Initialization ModesAfter you install the cable modem and turn it on for the first time (and each time the modem isreconnected to the power), it goes through five steps before it can be used. Each of these steps isrepresented by a different pattern of flashing lights on the front of the modem.Note: All indicators flash once prior to the initialization sequence.Internet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link Internetx1. Tuning – The cable modem is functional and searching fora downstream cable modem service channel on your cablesystem.2. Ranging – The modem is now tuned to a downstream cablemodem channel and can now receive data. Now it searchesfor an upstream channel so that it can send data.3. Connecting – The cable modem is now commun-icatingstart-up data both down-stream and upstream.The cable company is establishing IP connectivity with yourmodem.Internet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetxxInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link Internetxxx 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM15
16 Chapter 2Chapter 2: Connections and Setup4. Configuring – The cable modem received its IP address andis downloading its configuration file from the InternetService Provider (ISP).Internet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetxxxxInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link Internetxxxxx5. Registering – The cable modem configuration is complete.It is registering its “as-configured” settings with your CableOperator. Once complete, the POWER (INTERNET)*, PC LINK,and CABLE (CABLE ACTIVITY)* indicators stop flashing andremain on.Internet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetINTERNET* – Indicates whether the Internet Connection is active.CABLE LINK* – Indicates the status of your cable connection. The light is off when no cableconnection is detected and fully lit when the modem is registered with the network and data canbe sent.PC LINK – Indicates whether the connection between the computer and the modem is active(ready to transmit/receive) or actually transmitting/receiving. The light is off when no carrier ispresent (or the modem is in standby mode), on when the carrier is present but there’s no transmit/receive activity, and flashing when there is transmit/receive activity.ButtonsINTERNET ON/OFF* – Turns the Internet connection ON and OFF for additional security. InOFF mode, the CABLE ACTIVITY LED is also disabled.Important: Do not press this button when transmitting data over the Internet. Theinformation will be lost and your Internet connection disabled.Indicators – Operational ModeLegend Off On FlashingX 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM16
Chapter 2 17Chapter 2: Connections and SetupInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetInternet On/OffCableActivity CableLinkMessage PC Link InternetxxxxxUSB* – Indicates the PC-LINK status for the USB connectionETHERNET* – Indicates the PC-LINK status for the Ethernet connectionNote: If all of the lights are flashing sequentially, it means the cable modem isautomatically updating its system software. Please wait for the lights to stop flashing. Youcannot use your modem during this time. Do not remove the power supply or reset thecable modem during this process.* Actual button or LED names may vary per model.Reset Switch•Factory Default Reset – Unplug the modem from the AC power. Press and hold the resetswitch while plugging the modem into AC power. Continue holding the switch. Release theswitch when all lights come on (about 6 seconds). This will return the modem to a factory“out of box” condition. This should only be done if the cable modem has been taken out ofservice in one location and is being reconnected to a different service, or if instructed todo so by your cable company.Reset switch3VDC 800mAETHERNETRESETUSB CABLEThe reset switch can be found behind a “toothpickhole” on the back panel. It performs two functions:•Basic Reset – Press and release the switch to makeit perform the same function as disconnecting thepower from the modem. It will start up again inInitialization Mode, see page 24.Software Download IndicatorSoftware downloading or update in progress. Lights flashsequentially from top to bottom.Legend Off On FlashingX 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM17
18 Chapter 2Chapter 2: Connections and SetupMandatory User ConfigurationThis feature allows you to configure the gateway to function in your network and gain access tothe Internet through your cable company. Your ISP may require the use of a Host Name andDomain Name. You will need to get the setup information from your ISP. If you do not have thisinformation, please contact your ISP before proceeding.The instructions from your ISP will tell you how to set up your PC for Internet access.Also, you must disable any Internet log-on software (such as Ivasion Winpoet or Enternet 300)and any firewall software (such as ZoneAlarm and Watchdog) on all of your PCs.Fig. 101. Open your web browser. (It’s all right if you get an errormessage at this point. Continue following these directions).Enter http://192.168.100.1 in the browser’s Address field ifyour gateway is in the CM Mode, or http://192.168.0.1 if itis in the RG or CH Mode. Press the Enter key.2. An Enter Network Password window appears (for WindowsXP users, the screen may look different). Leave the UserName field empty, and enter admin in lowercase letters inthe Password field (admin is the default password). Then,click the OK button.3. If you are in CM or CH mode, the Basic webpage grouphyperlink is visible. In this case, select the Basic Setup webpage by using the hyperlinks in the sidebar at the left of thescreen. Otherwise, skip to step 4. Based on the setupinstructions from your cable company, you may need toenter the following information.LAN IP Address: The value for the gateway’s local IP addressis shown on the Setup screen. The default value is192.168.0.1. We recommend you keep this setting.Host Name and Domain Name: These fields allow you toprovide a host name and domain name for the gateway.These fields are usually left blank. If requested by your cablecompany, complete these two fields.Fig. 11 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM18
Chapter 2 19Chapter 2: Connections and SetupStatic IP Address and IP Mask: If your cable company says that you are connected through astatic or fixed IP address, you should enter the field of Default Gateway, Primary DNS and/orSecondary DNS also.Spoofed MAC Address: You can give a spoofed MAC Address to hide your gateway’s real MACaddress. However, this is NOT recommended, as this could cause an address conflict, causingyour connection to the network to be rejected.Fig. 124. The gateway provides a Status Security webpage where youcan change the web page’s access password and restorefactory default of the gateway. Also, you can enable/disablethe DHCP Server function and change the default “admin”password to the desired password.IMPORTANT: If you have previously enabled any Internet-Sharing Proxy server software on any of your PCs, disable it.Some examples of Internet-sharing software are Internet LanBridge, Wingate, ICS, and Sygate. Todisable your Internet-sharing software:• If you are running Netscape Navigator: Click Edit >> Preference >> Advanced >> Proxies >,and click Direct Connection to the Internet.•If you are running Internet Explorer v5 or better, click Start >> Settings >> Control Panel >>Internet Options >> Connections >> LAN Settings. Remove the checks from all three boxes.Click OK to continue.5. Click the Apply button to save your settings. Close the web browser.6. Restart your computers so that they can obtain the gateway’s new settings.Your PC should now be able to access the Internet. The next steps are now:1. Configure your Gateway such that it is able to support additonal PCs through a wired orwireless connection.2. Define the Firewall settings (optional). 16096620 DCW615/25. 02 Connect 6/26/03, 10:45 AM19
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsIllustrations contained in this document are for representation only.20 Chapter 3Advanced User ConfigurationThree Networking ModesYour gateway can be configured to provide connectivity between your cable company and yourhome LAN in any one of three Networking Modes: CM, RG, and CH. This mode setting is under thecontrol of your cable company, who can select the mode to match the level of home networkingsupport for which you have subscribed. All units ship from the factory set for the RG mode, but aconfiguration file which the cable company sends the cable modem section during itsinitialization can change it. This instruction book describes the RG mode as available out of thefactory.The Wireless Cable Gateway offers local management capability through a built in HTTP serverand a number of diagnostic and configuration web pages. These pages are available from http://192.168.0.1 in Residential Gateway (RG) and Cable Home (CH) modes, and http://192.168.100.1 inCable Modem (CM) mode. Not all pages are available in some modes.Some information on two of the following web pages MUST BE configured, as explained inMandatory User Configuration: Status…Security web page and Basic...Setup web page.In addition, more configuration and diagnostics are possible through the following additional webpages, most of which are aimed at controlling the advanced networking functions of the gateway.To navigate between pages, use the hyperlinks on the sidebar which appear on the left side of allpages.Your cable company may not support the reporting of some items of information listed on yourgateway’s internal web pages. In such cases, the information field appears blank. This is normal.In the CM Mode, the simplest configuration mode of the gateway, or in the CH Mode, where youhave subscribed to an outside service (your cable company or another party) to remotely manageyour home network configuration, you will see only the Status and Wireless web page hyperlinksin the sidebar, indicating only these page groups are available.In the RG Mode, the mode where you manage your home network configuration, you will see webpage hyperlinks to all five page groups: Status, Basic, Advanced, Firewall, and Wireless. Thefollowing section explains all of the available pages for all of the modes. 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM20
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 21Status Web Page GroupFig. 13Fig. 12Software Web Page (Fig. 12)The Information section of this page provides hardware andsoftware information about your gateway that may be useful toyour cable company. You can view your operating softwareversion but not change it. This is because your gateway adheresto the DOCSIS Cable Modem standard, which requires that yourcable company perform any software upgrade of the gatewayfrom the gateway WAN side.The Status section of this page shows how long your gateway hasoperated since last being powered up, and some key informationthe Cable Modem section received during the initializationprocess with your cable company. If Network Access shows“Allowed,” then your cable company has configured your gatewayto have Internet connectivity. If Network Access shows otherwise,you may not have Internet access, and should contact your cablecompany to resolve this.Connection Web Page (Fig. 13)This page reports diagnostic information about the initializationand operating status of your gateway that can be useful at thetime of installation. It can also be useful to your cable company’ssupport technician if you’re having problems. 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM21
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings22 Chapter 3Security Web Page (Fig. 14)This page is used to set a password that enables you to accessall the internal web pages as explained before under MandatoryUser Configuration. The password can be a maximum of 8characters and is case sensitive. In addition, this page can beused to restore the gateway to its original factory settings. Usethis with caution, as all the settings you have made will be lost.To perform this reset, set Restore Factory Defaults to YES andclick Apply. This has the same affect as a factory reset using therear panel reset switch, where you hold in the switch until allindicators come on, then release.Diagnostics Web Page (Fig. 15)This page verifies you have IP connectivity from your gatewayto other IP addresses on the WAN or LAN side, such as whenyou want to confirm you have successfully configured one ofyour PCs for TCP/IP operation.When you ping an Internet device, you send a packet to its TCP/IP stack, and it sends one back to yours. Enter the IP addressyou want to ping, then click Start Test. Wait a few seconds,then click your web browser’s refresh button. Success reportedin the Results box means IP connectivity is working from yourCM TCP/IP stack to the target’s stack.Note: Firewalls may cause pings to fail but still provide you TCP/IPaccess to selected devices behind them. Keep this in mind when pinginga device that may be behind a firewall. Ping is most useful to verifyconnectivity with PCs you know have no firewall, such as your own PCson your LAN side.Fig. 15Fig. 14 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM22
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 23Basic Web Page GroupSetup Web Page (Fig. 16)This page gives you the ability to enter some data your cablecompany may require, as explained before in Mandatory UserConfiguration. In addition, it enables you to change yourdefault LAN side IP address from 192.168.0.1, and to view yourWAN side IP address and lease information.Your gateway can provide NAT/PAT (Network and Port AddressTranslation) as an element of security to prevent others fromreaching your PCs when not authorized. To accomplish this, thegateway watches packets you send from your PC to Internetsites. Each time you send to a site (destination IP address) andapplication at that site (port), it translates your PC’s original IPand source port to new ones, and adds a row to its ConnectionTable maintained internally. (Note the different meaning of‘connection’ here to describe an IP connection versus a physicalcabling connection). If and when that site/application replies, itlooks up the connection and reverses the IP/port process todirect the response to your PC.The Connection Table manages itself, but you can also forcethis table to be cleared manually. To do this, click the RenewNAT Lease button.You can enter a spoofed MAC address that causes your gatewaynetworking stack to use that MAC address whencommunicating instead of the usual WAN MAC address (CMlabel + 2, as explained in Chapter 1). Enter the desired MACaddress and press Apply.Caution: If you enter a MAC address in use by another party, itcan cause an address conflict on the network that could affectboth you and that party.Fig. 16 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM23
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings24 Chapter 3DHCP Web Page (Fig. 17)This page gives you the ability to activate and deactivate theDHCP server function of your gateway, and, if the DHCP serveris activated, to see DHCP leases it has provided.With this function activated, your cable company’s DHCP serverprovides one IP address for your gateway, and your gateway’sDHCP server provides IP addresses, starting at the address youset in Starting Local Address, to your PCs. A DHCP server leasesan IP address with an expiration time.To change the lowest IP address that your gateway will issue toyour PCs, enter it into the Starting Local Address box and thenclick Apply.To set the maximum number of PCs to which the gateway willissue IP addresses, enter it in the Number of CPEs box and thenclick Apply. (CPE is another term sometimes used for PC.) TheDHCP Client Lease Info section shows leases the gateway DHCPserver has made, including the IP and MAC addresses of eachPC’s TCP/IP stack. Since MAC addresses are unique andpermanently fixed into hardware, you can identify any PC listedby its MAC address. The gateway provides leases for 1 hour, andhas an automatic renewal mechanism that will keep extendinga lease as long as the associated PC remains active. If your PC isset to “obtain an IP address automatically,” it is set to performDHCP each time it is rebooted.You can cancel an IP address lease by selecting it in the DHCPClient Lease Info list and then clicking the Force Availablebutton. If you do this, you may have to perform a DHCP Renewon that PC, so it can obtain a new lease.Fig. 17 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM24
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 25Advanced Web Page GroupOptions Web Page (Fig. 18)This page allows you to enable/disable some features of theWireless Cable Gateway. Check WAN Blocking and then Apply toprevent others on the WAN side from being able to ping yourgateway. With WAN Blocking on, your gateway will not respondto pings it receives, effectively “hiding” your gateway.Check Ipsec Pass Through and then Apply to enable IpSec typepackets to pass WAN <=> LAN. IpSec (IP Security) is a securitymechanism used in Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). E.g., youremployer may offer VPN connectivity to your office network toprovide security.Click PPTP Pass Through and then Apply to enable PPTP typepackets to pass WAN <=> LAN. PPTP (Point to Point TunnelingProtocol) is another mechanism sometimes used in VPNs.Click Remote Config Management and then Apply to make theconfiguration web pages in your gateway accessible from theWAN side. Then you could, for example, access your homegateway configuration from your workplace, if that locationalso had Internet connectivity. Page access is limited to onlythose who know the gateway access password you set using theStatus...Security web page.Click Multicast Enable and then Apply to enable multicasttraffic to pass WAN <=> LAN. You may need to enable this tosee some types of broadcast streaming and content on theInternet, such as webcasting of a popular live event.Fig. 18 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM25
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings26 Chapter 3IP Filtering Web Page (Fig. 19)This page enables you to enter the IP address ranges of PCs onyour LAN that you don’t want to have outbound access to theWAN. These PCs can still communicate with each other on yourLAN, but packets they originate to WAN addresses are blockedby the gateway.Fig. 20Fig. 19MAC Filtering Web Page (Fig. 20)This page enables you to enter the MAC address of specificPCs on your LAN that you wish to NOT have outbound accessto the WAN. As with IP filtering, these PCs can stillcommunicate with each other through the gateway, butpackets they send to WAN addresses are blocked.Port Filtering Web Page (Fig. 21)This page enables you to enter ranges of destination ports(applications) that you don’t want your LAN PCs to send packetsto. Any packets your LAN PCs send to these desination ports willbe blocked. For example, you could block access to worldwideweb browsing (HTTP = port 80) but still allow email service(SMTP port 25 and POP-3 port 110). To enable filtering, setStart Port and End Port for each range, and click Apply. To blockonly one port, set both Start and End ports the same.Fig. 21 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM26
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 27Forwarding Web Page (Fig. 22)For LAN <=> WAN communications, the gateway normally onlyallows you to originate an IP connection with a PC on theWAN; it will ignore attempts of the WAN PC to originate aconnection onto your PC. This protects you from maliciousattacks from outsiders. However, sometimes you may wish foranyone outside to be able to originate a connection to aparticular PC on your LAN if the destination port (application)matches one you specify.This page allows you to specify up to 10 such rules. Forexample, to specify that outsiders should have access to an FTPserver you have running at 192.168.0.5, create a rule with thataddress and Start Port = 20 and End Port = 21 (FTP port ranges)and Protocol = TCP (FTP runs over TCP vs the other transportprotocol, UDP), and click Apply. This will cause inbound packetsthat match to be forwarded to that PC rather than blocked. Asthese connections are not tracked, no entry is made for them inthe Connection Table. The same IP address can be enteredmultiple times with different ports.Port Triggers Web Page (Fig. 23)Some Internet activities, such as interactive gaming, requirethat a PC on the WAN side of your gateway be able to originateconnections during the game with your game playing PC on theLAN side. You could use the Advanced...Forwarding page toconstruct a forwarding rule during the game, and then removeit afterwards (to restore full protection to your LAN PC) tofacilitate this. Port Triggering is an elegant mechanism thatdoes this work for you, each time you play the game.Port Triggering works as follows. Imagine you want to play aparticular game with PCs somewhere on the Internet. You makea one time effort to set up a Port Trigger for that game, byentering into Trigger Range the range of destination ports yourgame will be sending to, and entering into Target Range theFig. 22Fig. 23 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM27
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings28 Chapter 3range of destination ports the other player (on the WAN side) will be sending to (ports your PC’sgame receives on). Application programs like games publish this information in user manuals.Later, each time you play the game, the gateway automatically creates the forwarding rulenecessary (see Advanced...Forwarding discussion above). This rule is valid until 10 minutes after itsees game activity stop. After 10 minutes, the rule becomes inactive until the next matchedoutgoing traffic arrives.For example, suppose you specify Trigger Range from 6660 to 6670 and Target Range from 113 to113. An outbound packet arrives at the gateway with your game-playing PC source IP address192.168.0.10, destination port 6666 over TCP/IP. This destination port is within the Trigger Range,so the gateway automatically creates a forwarding rule to forward any inbound packets destinedfor port 113 to your game-playing PC at 192.168.0.10.You can specify up to 10 port ranges on which to trigger.DMZ Host Web Page (Fig. 24)Use this page to designate one PC on your LAN that should beleft accessible to all PCs from the WAN side, for all ports. Forexample, if you put an HTTP server on this machine, anyone willbe able to access that HTTP server by using your gateway IPaddress as the destination. A setting of “0” indicates NO DMZPC. “Host” is another Internet term for a PC connected to theInternet.Fig. 24Fig. 25Routing Information Protocol Setup (Fig. 25)These very advanced Setups are usually not useful for aresidential application unless a cable operator communicatesthe required settings. 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM28
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 29Firewall Web Pages GroupFig. 26Fig. 27Time of Day (Fig 26)The Firewall ToD filter page allows you to control the internetaccess time period for a specific PC. This is a very usefulParental Control Feature on top of Content Filtering andDomain Blocking. It allows you to restrict the Internet access ofsome PCs to a limited period of time.Remark: the PCs MAC address is used to prevent someone frombypassing the restriction by just changing an IP address or hostname.Web Filter Web Page (Fig. 27)This page allows you to enable, disable, and configure a varietyof firewall features associated with web browsing, which usesthe HTTP protocol and transports HTML web pages. On thispage, you designate the gateway packet types you want to haveforwarded or blocked. You can activate settings by checkingthem and clicking Apply. Here are some of your choices:•Activate Keyword Blocking and specify some keywords inthe Keyword List to cause blocking of web pages on theWAN side with the specified keyword in the content.•Activate Domain Blocking and specify some Domain Names(e.g. disney.com) in the Domain List. If you select DenyDomains, the gateway blocks the listed domains. If youselect Allow Domains, then access to the listed domains isallowed. If you select Always Block, your choices are alwaysblocked. If you specify a time frame and weekday range,then your choices are only blocked during those date/timeframes.Other types of web-related filtering features can be activatedfrom this page, including Filter Proxy, Filter Cookies, Filter JavaApplets, Filter ActiveX, Filter Popup Windows, and FirewallProtection. 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM29
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings30 Chapter 3Event Log Web Page (Fig. 28)The gateway builds a log of firewall blocking actions that theFirewall has taken. Using this page lets you specify an emailaddress to which you want the gateway to email this log. Youmust also tell the gateway your outgoing (i.e. SMTP) emailserver’s name, so it can direct the email to it. Enable EmailAlerts has the gateway forward email notices when Firewallprotection events occur. Click E-mail Log to immediately sendthe email log. Click Clear Log to clear the table of entries for afresh start.The log of these events is also visible on the screen. For eachblocking event type that has taken place since the table waslast cleared, the table shows Description, Count, LastOccurrence, Target, and Source.Parental Control Web Pages Group (Fig. 29)This Web page allows to block web pages based on keywordscontent or Domain name. By enabling the keyword blockingand adding words to the list, any web page contining one ofthese words will be blocked.Similarly, any domain listed with the “Domain Blocking”activated will be rejected. A domain is a group of computers.For example, to block access to Yahoo and any computersrelated to its network, you would enter yahoo.com. Entering adomain name is easier than entering the IP addresses orindividual host names to block.Fig. 28Fig. 29 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM30
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 31Wireless Web Pages GroupEnable Web Page (Fig. 30)Use this page to enable or disable the wireless functionality. Ifyou enable it for the first time, proceed then to the “Basic” WebPage to configure the wireless settiings.Fig. 30Fig. 31Basic Web Page (Fig. 31)Use this page to configure the wireless channel you want to useand the name you will assign to your network (SSID). Thesemust match the settings you make on your wireless-equippedPC you want to be a part of your local area network (LAN).Once you have done your modifications, click on “Apply” tovalidate them. At that stage, you should be able to perform thefirst wireless connection with a wireless equipped PC. You canthen move to the next step which is to secure the wirelessconnection by going to the Privacy Web page.Privacy Web Page (Fig. 32)The Privacy feature in the wireless section encrypts, i.e.effectively “scrambles,” all radio communication between yourgateway and remote wireless-connected PCs. This providesWired-Equivalent Privacy (WEP) on your wireless LAN. Use thispage to activate encryption if desired, and set the type to use,as well as the encryption keys.The longer the encryption key, the more difficult it is todecypher it for a “hacker.” In order to generate the keys,composed of aphanumeric numbers, select a key number andFig. 32 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM31
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings32 Chapter 3type a word or sentence and click on “generate WEP keys.” The gateway will automaticallygenerate a key randomly. You have to write it down and use the same on the wireless equippedPC to allow proper descrambling.Fig. 33Fig. 34Advanced Web Page (Fig. 33)This page enables some advanced 802.11b settings to be made.The factory default values should provide good results in mostcases. We don’t recommend you change these settings unlessyou have technical knowledge of 802.11 wireless technology.Access Control Page (Fig. 34)The Access Control feature enables you to restrict wireless accessto specific computers. Use this feature to prevent outsiderwireless PCs from connecting to your private network. TheAccess Control Web Page allows you to reinforce the security ofthe wireless connnection by:•Hiding the network Name to other PCs with the “CloseNetwork” functionality activated (no SSID Broadcast(Network Name).•Open System, Shared Key, Open System or Shared Key802.11 networks use two authentication methods: open-system authentication and shared-key authentication. Inboth schemes, each mobile client (called a station) mustauthenticate to the access point.•Open-system authentication might better be called “noauthentication”, because no actual authentication takesplace: the station says “please authenticate me”, and theAccess Point does so, with no credential exchange.•Shared-key authentication is somewhat more robust (exceptthat it depends on WEP). The station requests 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM32
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced SettingsChapter 3 33authentication, and the access point (AP) responds with a WEP-encrypted challenge. Thestation can decrypt the challenge and respond only if it has the correct WEP password.When both “Open system and Shared key” options are selected, the authentication will bedone according to the mobile client station) request : with or without encryption?? In bothof these methods, the station must also know the service set identifier (SSID) of the AccessPoint.Your Gateway identifies wireless PCs by their WiFi MAC Address. This address consists of astring of 6 pairs of numbers 0 – 9 and letters A - F, such as 00 90 4B F0 FF 50. It is usuallyprinted on the WiFi card of the device (e.g. the PCMCIA card in a laptop). It can also bedetermined from a Windows DOS prompt as explained below.The Connected Clients list on the Access Control Web Page always shows PCs that currentlyhave wireless connections to your Gateway. Your Gateway default access control configura-tion (“Allow everyone access”) allows access within reception range by any computer thathas your same privacy (key) settings. You might want to restrict the list of PCs having accessto the network (e.g. excluding neighbors or PCs used locally only). The process is describedbelow.To restrict access to only specific computers:1. Select “Restrict access to List.”2. Enter the WiFi MAC address of a PC you wish to have access.3. Click on the “Add” button.4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other PCs you wish to have access.5. Click on “Submit Access List Changes” to make the changes effective.To remove access privileges for a listed computer:1. Select the MAC address in the list.2. Click on “Remove.”3. Click on “Submit Access List Changes” to make the changes effective. 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM33
Chapter 3: Networking and Advanced Settings34 Chapter 3Determining WiFi MAC Address (Fig. 35)If a printed WiFi MAC address for a PC cannot be found, itcan be determined as follows from the MS-DOS prompt inthe MS Windows running on that computer:1. Start MS-DOS. In Windows 98, this is “Start” ... “Run” ,,,[type in] “command” ... “OK”. In Windows Me, 2k and XP, thisis “Start” ... “Run” ... [type in] “cmd” ... OK.2. List your installed interfaces, by typing “ipconfig /all” andpressing “Enter.”3. Find the MAC address associated with the interfacedescription that matches your wireless card description. Inthis example, the phrase “802.11b PCMCIA” clearly identifiesthe WiFi card among the listed interfaces.Fig. 35 16096620 DCW615/25. 03 Network 6/26/03, 10:45 AM34
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 35Illustrations contained in this document are for representation only.TroubleshootingYou can correct most problems you have with your product by consulting the troubleshooting listthat follows. If you need service, please contact your service provider.Unit won’t turn on•Make sure the unit is plugged in.•Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging insomething else.Gateway appears to be locked up•Press and hold the Reset button on the back of the unit for 5 seconds. The unit reboots.No connection after more than 5 minutes•Make sure all connections are secure and try connecting to your service provider again. If youstill have problems connecting to the network, contact your service provider. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM35
Chapter 4: Additional Information36 Chapter 4Front of the Unit (DCW615)1. Power Indicates when the unit is on.2. Test Indicates when the unit goes through its self-diagnosis mode during boot-up andrestart. It turns off upon successful completion of the startup sequence.3. The LAN indicatorsUSB Indicates when the USB port is properly connected to your PC and active.HPNA Indicates when the HPNA port is plugged in and ready to transfer data.WLAN Indicates when the Wireless PC card is present.Link/Act Indicates steady on when link is established and blinks when data is flowingthrough the corresponding LAN port.Full/Col Indicates steady at full duplex mode, off at half duplex mode, and blinks whencollisions are detected on the corresponding LAN port.100/10 Indicates steady on when a successful 100Mbps connection is made through thecorresponding LAN port.4. The WAN indicatorsCable-Link Indicates steady on when cable system initialization is complete and ready totransfer data. Blinks when scanning for a downstream DOCSIS RF carrier.Receive Blinks when user data is going through the cable modem to the PC.Send Blinks when user data is going through the cable modem from the PC.HPNAWLANPowerTes tUSBFull/Col100/10Link/ActReceiveSendCable-LinkLink/Act Cable1 2 3 4Ethernet2134512 34 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM36
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 37Front of the Unit (DCW625/TCW690)1. The PC Link indicatorsWLAN Indicates when the Wireless PC card is present.PC Link Indicates steady on when link is established and blinks when data is flowingthrough the corresponding LAN port.USB Indicates when the USB port is properly connected to your PC and active.2. Cable-Link indicator Indicates steady on when cable system initialization is complete andready to transfer data. Blinks when scanning for a downstream DOCSIS RF carrier.3. Internet indicator Indicates when unit is on.4. Internet On/Off Turns the unit on and off.123 4Internet On/OffUSBWLANPC LinkCableLink Internet 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM37
Chapter 4: Additional Information38 Chapter 4Back of the Unit (DCW615)Description of Jacks (from left to right)1. Wireless PC card Connects to the Wireless Network PC Card to enable wirelessfeatures. This is not hot swappable.2. Power switch and jack Connects to the AC power adapter.3. Reset button Resets the gateway’s TCP/IP connections.Pressing the Reset button and holding it in for a few seconds willclear all of the gateway’s data and restore the factory defaults. Thisshould be done only after you have exhausted all troubleshootingoptions. By resetting the gateway, you clear all configurations youhave set using the gateway web pages, and run the risk of creatingconflicts between your PC’s actual IP Addresses and the factorydefault addresses embedded into the gateway.4. HPNA Connects to the telephone wiring in your house.5. USB Connects to the USB jack on your PC.6. Ethernet ports Connect to networked devices, such as PCs, print servers and anyother Ethernet devices you want to put on your network.7. CABLE Connects to the coaxial cable jack from your cable company.Power HPNAReset USB 1 2 3 4CABLEWireless PC Card1234 56 7 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM38
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 39Back of the Unit (DCW625/TCW690)Description of Jacks (from left to right)1. Power switch and jack Connects to the AC power adapter.2. HPNA Connects to the telephone wiring in your house.3. USB Connects to the USB jack on your PC.4. CABLE Connects to the coaxial cable jack from your cable company.1234 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM39
Chapter 4: Additional Information40 Chapter 4Detailed Explanation of JacksThe Wireless Cable Gateway provides the following data connections:WAN Side:Cable TV connection- connects to your cable serviceLAN Side:Ethernet RJ-45 jacks — connect up to four 10 or 100 Mbps Ethernet cables to PCs or to Ethernetswitches to connect more PCs. Each PC must be equipped with an Ethernet network interface, andmust have the TCP/IP protocol configured to operate over that interface.USB- connects one USB cable to your PC. The PC must be equipped with a USB network interface.In addition, the USB driver on the DCW615 CD-ROM must be installed on the connected PC, andthe PC must have the TCP/IP protocol configured to operate over that USB interface.HPNA- connects one telephone cable from the gateway to your nearest telephone outlet, utilizingyour home telephone wiring to extend your LAN to other rooms of your home. Then connect upto 254 PCs via telephone cables and HPNA adapters, to other telephone outlets in your home.Each PC must be equipped with an HPNA network interface (adapter), and must have the TCP/IPprotocol configured to operate over that interface.Wireless Card- utilizes the 2.4 GHz wireless 2-way technology built into the DCW615 to reach upto 254 PCs in your home. Each PC must be equipped with an 802.11b Wireless Interface, and musthave the TCP/IP protocol configured to operate over that interface. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM40
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 41Care and CleaningCAUTION: Unplug your unit before cleaning.You can clean the unit as required, using a soft lint-free cloth. Be sure to occasionally dust theventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.Never use strong cleaning agents, such as ammonia-based cleaners, or abrasive powder. Thesetypes of cleaners will damage the unit.Avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the unit. This could increase the risk of fire orshock hazard or damage to the unit.Service InformationIf you purchased or leased your Wireless Cable Gateway directly from your service provider, thenwarranty service for the unit may be provided through your service provider or its authorizedrepresentative. For information on 1) Ordering Service, 2) Obtaining Customer Support, or 3)Additional Service Information, please contact your service provider. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM41
Chapter 4: Additional Information42 Chapter 4FCC Declaration of Conformity and Industry Canada InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must acceptany interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Trade Name: RCA Model: DCW615, DCW625 Thomson Model: TCW690Equipment Classification: Computing Device AccessoryResponsible Party: Thomson Inc.10330 N. Meridian StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290Telephone 580-634-0151This 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate 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 thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.•Connect this equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.•Consult your service provider or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void theuser’s authority to operate it. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM42
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 43This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference CausingEquipment Regulations.Additional FCC InformationThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by theACTA. On the back or bottom side of this equipment is a label that contains, among otherinformation, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this numbermust be provided to the telephone company.A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone networkmust comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. Acompliant telephone cord and modular RJ11 plug is provided with this product. It is designed tobe connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructionsfor details.The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine the number of devices that may beconnected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices notringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should notexceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, asdetermined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. The REN number is locatedon the label of this product.If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify youin advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’tpractical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will beadvised of your right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or proceduresthat could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company willprovide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintainuninterrupted service.If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information please refer tothe appropriate section of this manual. This product is not user serviceable. If the equipment iscausing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnectthe equipment until the problem is resolved. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM43
Chapter 4: Additional Information44 Chapter 4Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs and may not be allowed. Contact thestate public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission forinformation.If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure thatthe installation of this Wireless Cable Gateway does not disable alarm equipment. You may needto consult your Telephone Company or qualified installer.This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The term “IC” beforethe certification / registration bumber only signifies that the Industry Canada technicalspecifications were met.The Ringer Equivalence Number is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed toconnect to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of anycombination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all thedevices does not exceed five. 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM44
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 45Product SpecificationsWAN Cable Interface F type female 75 ohmLAN 4 10/100 BASE-T 1 USB, 1.1 Connector Type B, 1 HomePNA2.0 RJ-11, 1IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz Unlicensed ISM radio band)System Power 12V/700mAPower Supply 12V/1.25AEMI/EMC FCC Class B, CE Class B, VCCI Class B.Operation Requirement Operating Temp. 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF) Storage Temp. -20ºC to70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF) OperatingHumidity 10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Humidity 5% to 90% Non-CondensingDimensions 186 x 155 x 63 (mm)Main features:Cable Modem Connection•DOCSIS 1.0 and 1.1 RFI compliant•64/256QAM auto detection downstream•QPSK/16QAM upstream•Fragmentation and concatenation enabling Quality of Service (QoS) features•IP and LLC filteringHomePNA Interface•Integrated 32 Mbps HomePNA 2.0• HomePNA 2.0 allows you to share your cable access using existing home telephone wiringUSB Interface•USB 1.1 compliant full speed (12 Mbps) device interface for Windows 98SE, Windows 2000,Windows Me, or Windows XP 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM45
Chapter 4: Additional Information46 Chapter 4Wireless Interface•11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b Wireless LAN•Frequency band: 2400-2497 MHz•Supports 64/128 bit RC4 authentication and encryption•Fallback rates of 5.5, 2, and 1Mbps•Communicates with all Wi-Fi certified wireless adaptersNetworking•IEEE 802.1d compliant bridging•DHCP Client•DHCP Server•DNS Relay•ARP•ICMP•FTP/TFTP•TelnetSecurity and Firewall•Password protected configuration via web browser•IP filtering; allows you to configure IP address filters•MAC filtering; allows you to configure MAC address filters•Port filtering; allows you to configure TCP/UDP port filters•URL content filtering•URL filtering blocks Proxy, Cookies, Java and ActiveX•Traffic and Security Event log•PAP and CHAP authentication with PPP•Stateful Packet Inspection to protect against both Denial of Service and Distributed Denial of 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM46
Chapter 4: Additional InformationChapter 4 47Service attacks, including:•Reassembly attacks•SYN Attack (SYN Flood)•ICMP Flood•Ping of Death Attack•Tear Drop Attack•IP Spoofing Attack•LAND Attack•Jolt•Winnuke Attack (Netbios out-of-bound)•OverDrop•BONK, BOINK•Blind Spoofing•Echo/Chargen•Storm•Smurf Attack•Mime Flood•De-Militarized Zone (DMZ) support, allowing a LAN side computer to expose all non-filteredports to the WAN•URL keyword blocking for web access controlNAT•With popular ALG support•With port triggers•With port forwarding, including support for: 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM47
Chapter 4: Additional Information48 Chapter 4• FTP• IRC• H.323• Quake• Blizzard games• Chat ALG• Real Audio/Video• CUSEEME• Netmeeting• MS Games (excluding game zone)• DIABOLO II• Activision Games• PCAnywhere• SSL• NNTPVirtual Private Network (VPN) Feature•PPTP and IPSec pass-through can be enabled/disabled 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM48
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Thomson Inc.10330 North Meridian StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290© 2003 Thomson Inc.Trademark(s) RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)Printed in TaiwanTOCOM 16286570THOMSONPlease do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual oron the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.Visit the RCA web site at www.rca.com 16096620 DCW615/25. 04 Addit 6/26/03, 10:45 AM50

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