ASUSTeK Computer WL500GD WIRELESS ROUTER User Manual e1697 WL500g gx b unlocked

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USERS MANUAL 1

WL500g / WL500g Deluxe Wireless Router(For 802.11g/b Wireless Clients)WL500b Wireless Router(For 802.11b Wireless Clients)User’s Manual
2 ASUS Wireless RouterNo part of this manual, including the products and software described in it,may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system,or translated into any language in any form or by any means, exceptdocumentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without theexpress written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTYOF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUTNOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONSOF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS,EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES(INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OFBUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESSAND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THEPOSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECTOR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product isrepaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alterationis authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product isdefaced or missing.Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not beregistered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and areused only for identification or explanation and to the owners’ benefit, withoutintent to infringe.SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THISMANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, ANDARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, ANDSHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUSASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORSOR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL,INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.Copyright © 2004 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.Copyright InformationProduct Name: WL500g/WL500g Deluxe/WL500bManual Revision: E1697Release Date: July 2004
ASUS Wireless Router 3Contact InformationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112General Telephone: +886-2-2894-3447General Fax: +886-2-2894-7798Web Site Address: www.asus.com.twGeneral Email: info@asus.com.twTechnical SupportMB/Others (Tel): +886-2-2890-7121Notebook (Tel): +886-2-2894-3447Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123Networking (Tel): +886-2-2890-7902Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)Company Address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USAGeneral Fax: +1-510-608-4555Web Site Address: usa.asus.comGeneral Email: tsd@asus.comTechnical SupportGeneral Support: +1-502-995-0883Notebook (Tel): +1-510-739-3777 x5110Support Email: notebooktsd@asus.comSupport Fax: +1-502-933-8713ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany & Austria)Company Address: Harkort Str. 25, D-40880 Ratingen, GermanyGeneral Telephone: +49-2102-95990General Fax: +49-2102-959911Web Site Address: www.asuscom.deOnline Contact: www.asuscom.de/salesTechnical SupportComponent Support: +49-2102-95990Notebook Support: +49-2102-959910Online Support: www.asuscom.de/supportSupport Fax: +49-2102-959911ASUS COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)Company Address: P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.General Telephone: +9714-283-1774General Fax: +9714-283-1775Web Site Address: www.ASUSarabia.com
4 ASUS Wireless RouterFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:• This device may not cause harmful interference, and• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.WARNING! The use of a shielded-type power cord is required inorder to meet FCC emission limits and to prevent interference tothe nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that onlythe supplied power cord be used. Use only shielded cables to con-nect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changesor modifications not expressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.Reprinted from the Code of Federal Regulations #47, part 15.193, 1993. WashingtonDC: Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration,U.S. Government Printing Office.Canadian Department of CommunicationsThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissionsfrom digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the CanadianDepartment of Communications.This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la normeNMB-003 du Canada.Notices
ASUS Wireless Router 5 Notices FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than manufacturer specified. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failing to comply with these guidelines. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Declaration of Conformity for R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC Essential requirements – Article 3 Protection requirements for health and safety – Article 3.1a Testing for electric safety according to EN 60950 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient. Protection requirements for electromagnetic compatibility – Article 3.1b Testing for electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 301 489-1 and EN 301 489-17 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient. Effective use of the radio spectrum – Article 3.2 Testing for radio test suites according to EN 300 328-2 has been conducted. These are considered relevant and sufficient.
6 ASUS Wireless RouterTable of Contents1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 9Overview................................................................................................ 9System Requirements ........................................................................... 9Features .............................................................................................. 10The Product Package ..................................................................... 10The ASUS Wireless Family ............................................................. 12Network Topology ................................................................................ 14Network Backbone .......................................................................... 14Agent to an ISP ............................................................................... 15Agent to Another Network ............................................................... 16LED Indicators ..................................................................................... 172. Installation Procedure ....................................................................... 18Wall Mounting Option .......................................................................... 20Vertical Standing Option ...................................................................... 21Connecting to the ASUS Wireless Router ........................................... 223. Software Configuration ..................................................................... 23Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router ............................................... 23Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless Connection ..................... 23Installing the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities....................................... 25Using the Wireless Router for the First Time ....................................... 261. ASUS Wireless Router Utilities .................................................. 262. Connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager .............................. 263. Set your own password.............................................................. 284. Use Quick Setup ........................................................................ 28Home Gateway Mode .......................................................................... 29Wireless ............................................................................................... 32Interface .......................................................................................... 32Bridge/Access Control List .............................................................. 37Access Control ................................................................................ 40Radius Setting (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) ..................................... 41Advanced ........................................................................................ 42IP Config .............................................................................................. 44WAN & LAN .................................................................................... 44DHCP Server .................................................................................. 47DHCP Server (Cont.) ...................................................................... 48
ASUS Wireless Router 7Table of ContentsStatic Route .................................................................................... 49Miscellaneous ................................................................................. 50NAT Setting ......................................................................................... 52Port Trigger ..................................................................................... 52Virtual Server .................................................................................. 53Virtual DMZ ..................................................................................... 54Internet Firewall ................................................................................... 55Basic Config .................................................................................... 57URL Filter ........................................................................................ 58USB Application ................................................................................... 59FTP Server ...................................................................................... 59User Account List ............................................................................ 61Banned IP List................................................................................. 63Client Setting................................................................................... 63Web Camera ................................................................................... 64Web Camera - Client Setting .......................................................... 66Web Camera vs. DDNS .................................................................. 68Security Mode Setting ..................................................................... 68Remote Monitor Setting .................................................................. 69System Setup ...................................................................................... 70Operation Mode .............................................................................. 70Router Mode (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) ........................................ 71Quick Setup in Router Mode ........................................................... 71AP Mode ......................................................................................... 72Quick Setup in Access Point Mode ................................................. 72Configure Wireless Interface........................................................... 72IP Config (Access Point Mode) ....................................................... 73LAN ................................................................................................. 73Get IP Automatically........................................................................ 73Change Password........................................................................... 74Firmware Upgrade ............................................................................... 75Setting Management ....................................................................... 76Factory Default................................................................................ 77Restoring Factory Default Settings ................................................. 77Status & Log ........................................................................................ 78Firmware Restoration .......................................................................... 80Using a Hub .................................................................................... 80
8 ASUS Wireless RouterSetup Printer Wizard ........................................................................... 81Installing the Printer Driver.............................................................. 81Setup for LPR client under Windows XP ............................................. 84Printer Setup Wizard ....................................................................... 86Verifying Your Printer ...................................................................... 874. Wireless Performance ...................................................................... 89Site Topography................................................................................... 89Site Surveys ........................................................................................ 89Range .................................................................................................. 90Troubleshooting ..................................................................................... 91Common Problems and Solutions ....................................................... 91Reset to Defaults ................................................................................. 92Glossary .............................................................................................. 95Licensing Information .......................................................................... 98Availability of source code .............................................................. 98The GNU General Public License ....................................................... 99Table of Contents
1. IntroductionASUS Wireless Router 9Chapter 1 - Introduction1. IntroductionOverviewThank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless Router. The ASUS WirelessRouter, WL500g/WL500g Deluxe, complies with IEEE 802.11g and802.11b standards. The ASUS 802.11b Wireless Router, WL500b, complieswith IEEE 802.11b standards. The 802.11g is as extension to 802.11b (usedin majority of wireless LANs today) that broadens 802.11b’s data rates to54 Mbps within the 2.4 GHz band using OFDM (orthogonal frequencydivision multiplexing) technology. The 802.11g allows backwardcompatibility with 802.11b devices but only at 11 Mbps or lower, dependingon the range and presence of obstructions. Wireless LANs arecomplementary extensions to existing wired LANs, offering completemobility while maintaining continuous network connectivity to bothcorporate and home Intranets. They add a new level of convenience forLAN users. PC users stay connected to the network anywhere throughout abuilding without being bound by a LAN wires. This is accomplished throughthe use of Access Point functionality of ASUS Wireless Routers. ASUSWireless Router with built-in Internet gateway capability, allows your familyto share a broadband Modem and one ISP account simultaneously fromdifferent rooms without wires! ASUS Wireless products can keep youconnected anywhere, any time.System RequirementsTo begin using the ASUS 802.11g/802.11b Wireless Router, you must havethe following minimum requirements:• ADSL/Cable Modem and Broadband Internet Account.• An Ethernet (10Base-T or 10/100Base-TX) adapter for wired client• At least one 802.11g (54Mbps) or one 802.11b (11Mbps) wireless adapterfor wireless mobile clients• TCP/IP and an Internet browser installed
1. IntroductionChapter 1 - Introduction10 ASUS Wireless RouterThe Product PackageThe WL500g/WL500g Deluxe Wireless Router comes with:• One ASUS 802.11g Wireless Router• One ASUS Wireless Router Quick Start Guide• One power adapter (5 Volts DC)• One support CD (utilities and user’s manual)• One RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through)The WL500b Wireless Router comes with:• One ASUS 802.11b Wireless Router• One ASUS Wireless Router Quick Start Guide• One power adapter (5 Volts DC)• One support CD (utilities and user’s manual)• One RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through)FeaturesThe WL500g/WL500g Deluxe and WL500b Wireless Router featuresinclude:•Wireless Connectivity And Protect Compatibility. WL500g/WL500gDeluxe Wireless Router enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wirelesstransmission but keeps compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices.WL500g Deluxe increases performance compared with standard 802.11gwhen Afterburner mode is enabled. The WL-500b Wireless Router utilizesthe IEEE 802.11b standard.•Secure wireless connectivity. The integrated Wireless Access Point withWPA authentication and encryption functionality allows the wireless routerto link a broadband Internet connection to your local network of 802.11gor/and 802.11b wireless mobile clients securely. The ASUS Wireless Routeris firmware upgradable to support WPA.•Multiple local network ports. Four 10/100Base-T Ethernet ports, offeringeither a connection to a hub or switch on the local wired network or a directconnection to multiple Ethernet-enabled computers. Build-in DHCP serverallows the Wireless Router to provide IP addresses to clients on your localnetwork automatically.
1. IntroductionASUS Wireless Router 11Chapter 1 - Introduction•Broadband port. The Broadband port connects the Wireless Router toyour cable/DSL modem. Static IP, dynamically IP and PPPoE (PPP overEthernet) connection to Internet are supported.•Shared Internet access. All computers on the local network can accessthe Internet through the Wireless Router, using only a single external IPaddress.•Firewall protection. The wireless router use of NAT (Network AddressTranslation) provides firewall protection for your local network.•Children Protection. The wireless router allows you to block the Internetaccess within a predefined time interval and to block the WWW accesswith specific keywords in URL within a predefined time interval.•USB devices support. Connecting a USB storage device to the wirelessrouter enables you to set up an FTP server and share the USB storage devicewith Internet or WLAN users. With a USB web camera, the wireless routerallows you to monitor locations such as your home or office from anylocation through a wireless LAN or over the Internet.•Printer sharing. With an additional Printer, the ASUS Wireless Routerallows you to share the printer to your local area network. Standard parallelprinters are supported.•Easy setup and management. Use your web browser from any computeron the local network to configure the ASUS Wireless Router.
1. IntroductionChapter 1 - Introduction12 ASUS Wireless RouterThe ASUS WLAN 802.11gAccess Point (WL-300g) createsa wireless network using theIEEE 802.11g and 802.11bwireless standards.The ASUS Wireless FamilyThe ASUS Wireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office.The ASUS 802.11b WirelessCF Card (WL-110) is a IEEE802.11b wireless LAN adapterthat fits into a Compact FlashType II slot in a PortableDigital Assistant (PDA).The ASUS WLAN PC Card(WL-107g) is a wireless LANadapter that fits into a PCMCIAType II slot in a Notebook PC andcreates a wireless network usingthe IEEE 802.11g/b wirelessstandards.The ASUS WLAN Gateway (WL-500g) creates awireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wirelessstandards and allows sharing a single Internetconnection.The ASUS 3 in 1Pocket Access Point(WL-330g) creates awireless networkusing the IEEE802.11g/b wirelessstandards. (The illustrations are not to scale.)Access Point or ClientAccess Point & RouterPCMCIA Client Compact Flash (CF) ClientThe ASUS WLAN 802.11g Pocket Router (WL-530g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE802.11g and 802.11b wireless standards and allowssharing a single Internet connection.
1. IntroductionASUS Wireless Router 13Chapter 1 - IntroductionThe ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-167g)is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network usingthe IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connectsto any computer using USB2.0 connectivity.The ASUS USB WirelessLAN Adapter (WL-160g)creates a wireless networkusing the IEEE 802.11g/bwireless standards andconnects to any computerusing USB2.0 connectivity.The ASUS WLANPCI Card (WL-138g) is a wirelessLAN adapter that fitsinto a standard PCIslot in a desktop PCand creates a wirelessnetwork using theIEEE 802.11g/bwireless standards. (The illustrations are not to scale.)USB Access Point or Client USB ClientPCI Client802.11g 54MbpsAccess Point & File ServerThe ASUS WLAN 802.11g Access Point (WL-HDD) creates a wireless network using the IEEE802.11g and 802.11b wireless standards. Also servesas a file server (wireless network attached storage).
1. IntroductionChapter 1 - Introduction14 ASUS Wireless RouterWireless ClientWireless ClientASUS Wireless RouterLANWirelessWired ClientNetwork TopologyThe settings that you need to perform will vary depending on the role thatyour ASUS Wireless Router will play.Network BackboneNo software setting is necessary in the ASUS Wireless Router.In this topology, the wireless router connects your wired and wireless devicestogether to form a local area network (LAN), as shown. To connect acomputer (or other device) to the ASUS Wireless Router, you need a networkcable (UTP-Cat5) with one end connected to one of the LAN ports on theback of the ASUS Wireless Router and the other in the 10/100 LAN port onthat device. For wireless connections, wireless mobile clients must complywith the IEEE 802.11b standard.
1. IntroductionASUS Wireless Router 15Chapter 1 - IntroductionASUS Wireless RouterWirelessInternet Service ProviderWired ClientWireless ClientWireless ClientWANLANADSL or Cable ModemInternetAgent to an ISPIn this topology, the wireless router is not only a backbone of your LANbut also an agent to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You may use anADSL or Cable modem to communicate with your ISP. Connect the LANport on the modem with the WAN port at the back of the ASUS WirelessRouter using a network cable as shown above.Note: You also need to make sure that other connections on theADSL or Cable modem are correct.
1. IntroductionChapter 1 - Introduction16 ASUS Wireless RouterWired ClientWireless ClientWireless ClientASUS Wireless RouterWANLANWirelessNetwork BackboneAgent to Another NetworkIn this topology, the wireless router is an agent between your LAN andanother network. Use a network cable with one end connected to the WANport on the wireless router and the other to the other network as shownabove.
1. IntroductionASUS Wireless Router 17Chapter 1 - IntroductionLED IndicatorsThe LEDs on the front of the ASUS Wireless Router display the status ofthe ASUS Wireless Router.PWR (Power)Off No powerOn System readyFlashing Firmware upgrade failedAIR (Wireless Network)Off No powerOn Wireless system readyFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless)WAN (Wide Area Network)Off No powerOn Has physical connection to an Ethernet networkFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)LAN 1-4 (Local Area Network)Off No powerOn Has physical connection to an Ethernet networkFlashing Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet wire)PWR AIR WAN LAN
Chapter 2 - Installation2. Installation18 ASUS Wireless Router2. Installation ProcedureFollow these steps to install the ASUS Wireless Router.1. Determine the best location for the ASUS Wireless Router. Keep in mindthe following considerations:• The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the ASUS WirelessRouter to the network must not exceed 100 meters.• Try to place the ASUS Wireless Router on a flat, sturdy surface asfar from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or book-case, keeping clear of obstructions and away from direct sunlight.• Try to centrally locate the ASUS Wireless Router so that it will pro-vide coverage to all of the wireless mobile devices in the area. Orien-tating the antenna vertically should provide the best reception.• Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Other powersupplies may fit but the voltage and power may not be compatible.2. Wall mounting or vertical standing is also possible.It is the responsibility of the installer and users of the ASUS Wire-less Router to guarantee that the antenna is operated at least 20centimeters from any person. This is necessary to insure that theproduct is operated in accordance with the RF Guidelines for Hu-man Exposure which have been adopted by the Federal Communi-cations Commission.4. LAN Connection: Attach one end of an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to the ASUSWireless Router’s LAN port (any one of the four) and attach the other endto the RJ-45 Ethernet cable to your desktop computer.5. Power Connection: The ASUS Wireless Router requires power from anexternal power supply. The ASUS Wireless Router ships with a UL listed,Class 2 power supply (5V). Attach one end of the DC power adapter to theback of the ASUS Wireless Router and the other end to a power outlet.The Power LED on the front of the ASUS Wireless Router will light upwhen the unit is powered ON. In addition, the green LAN or WAN LEDswill turn ON to indicate that the ASUS Wireless Router has a physicalEthernet network connection.
2. InstallationChapter 2 - InstallationASUS Wireless Router 19Warning: Use the ASUS Wireless Router only with the power adaptersupplied in the product package. Using another power supply maydamage the ASUS Wireless Router.6. Printer Connection: Connect a printer to the Wireless Router printerport (WL500g/WL500b only) or USB port to use the router as a printingserver for your local network.7. USB Connection: Connect a supported USB web camera or USBstorage device to the Wireless Router USB port.Note: Before using an embedded USB application or device, referto the USB storage and USB camera support list on the ASUSTeKWeb site at the following Internet address: http://www.asus.com.
Chapter 2 - Installation2. Installation20 ASUS Wireless RouterWall Mounting OptionOut of the box, the ASUS Wireless Router is designed to sit on a raised flatsurface like a file cabinet or book shelf. The unit may also be converted formounting to a wall or ceiling.Follow these steps to mount the ASUS Wireless Router to a wall:1. Look on the underside for the four mounting hooks.2. Mark two upper holes in a flat surface using the provided hole template.3. Tighten two screws until only 1/4” is showing.4. Latch the upper two hooks of the ASUS Wireless Router onto the screws.Note: Readjust the screws if you cannot latch the ASUS WirelessRouter onto the screws or if it is too loose.
2. InstallationChapter 2 - InstallationASUS Wireless Router 21Vertical Standing OptionThe ASUS Wireless Router can also stand on its side to save space. Twohinges can be opened on the right side to support vertical standing. Orientatethe antenna so that it points upwards.Support Hinge
Chapter 2 - Installation2. Installation22 ASUS Wireless RouterConnecting to the ASUS Wireless RouterWired ConnectionOne RJ-45 cable is supplied with the ASUS Wireless Router. Auto crossoverfunction is designed into the ASUS Wireless Router so you can use either astraight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable. Plug one end of the cableinto the WAN port on the rear of the ASUS Wireless Router and the otherend into the Ethernet port of your ADSL or Cable modem.Wireless-ConnectionRefer to your wireless adapter user’s manual on associating with the ASUSWireless Router. The default SSID of the ASUS Wireless Router is “default”(lower case), encryption is disabled and open system authentication is used.Printer Connection (WL500g/WL500b only)A DB25 parallel cable should be supplied with your printer. Plug the maleconnector of this parallel cable into the printer port on the rear of the ASUSWireless Router and the centronics end into your printer.Printer Port
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 23Chapter 3 - Software Configuration3. Software ConfigurationConfiguring the ASUS Wireless RouterThe ASUS Wireless Router can be configured to meet various usagescenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however,others may need changing. Prior to using the ASUS Wireless Router, youmust check the basic settings to guarantee it will work in your environment.Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router is done through a web browser.You need a Notebook PC or desktop PC connected to the ASUS WirelessRouter (either directly or through a hub) and running a web browser as aconfiguration terminal. The connection can be wired or wireless. For thewireless connection, you need an IEEE 802.11g/b compatible device, e.g.ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your Notebook PC. You should also disableWEP and set the SSID to “default” for your wireless LAN device. If youwant to configure the ASUS Wireless Router or want to access the Internetthrough the ASUS Wireless Router, TCP/IP settings must be correct.Normally, the TCP/IP setting should be on the IP subnet of the ASUSWireless Router.Note: Before rebooting your computer, the ASUS Wireless Routershould be switched ON and in ready state.Setting IP address for Wired or Wireless ConnectionGet IP AutomaticallyThe ASUS Wireless Routerincorporates a DHCP server so theeasiest method is to set your PC toget its IP address automatically andreboot your computer. So thecorrect IP address, gateway, DNS(Domain Name System Server)can be obtained from the ASUSWireless Router.Note: Before rebooting yourPC, the ASUS Wireless Routershould be switched ON and inready state.
3. Utilities24 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationSetting IP ManuallyIf you want to set your IP addressmanually, the following defaultsettings of the ASUS WirelessRouter should be known:• IP address 192.168.1.1• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0.If you set your computer’s IPmanually, it needs to be on the samesegment. For example:• IP address 192.168.1.xxx (xxxcan be any number between 2and 254 that is not used byanother device)• Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 (same as the ASUS Wireless Router)• Gateway 192.168.1.1 (this is the ASUS Wireless Router)• DNS 192.168.1.1 (ASUS Wireless Router IP address or your own).
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 25Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationInstalling the ASUS Wireless Router UtilitiesFollow these steps to install the ASUS Wireless Router Utilities in MicrosoftWindows. Insert the support CD provided with the ASUS Wireless Router andthe menu will appear. (Double-click setup.exe if your autorun has been disabled.)(1) Select a language and click InstallASUS Wireless Router Utilities.(2) Click Next after reading the welcomescreen.(3) Click Yes after reading the licenseagreement.(5) Click Next to accept the defaultprogram folder or enter another.(4) Click Next to accept the defaultdestination folder or enter another.(6) Click Finish when setup is complete.
3. Utilities26 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationUsing the Wireless Router for the First Time1. ASUS Wireless Router UtilitiesRun Device Discovery from “ASUS Utility” in Windows Start Programs.2. Connect to the ASUS WLAN Web ManagerRun the ASUS WLAN Device Discovery from the Start menu and clickConfig when the device is found.If your computer’s IP is not on the same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router(192.168.1.X), you will be asked to change it. The IP address can be any numberfrom 2 to 254 that is not used by another device. Gateway is not required.Note: Using a proxy server (Microsoft® Internet Explorer) for yourLAN requires that you set an exception for the ASUS Wireless Routeror else connection will fail.Add 192.168.1.1 in the Exceptions box if you areusing a proxy server (Microsoft® Internet Explorer).Microsoft® Internet Explorer
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 27Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationUser Name & PasswordOnce connected, a window will askfor the User name and Password inorder to log in. The factory defaultvalues are “admin” and “admin”.Note: If you cannot find any theASUS Wireless Routers due toa problem in the IP settings,push and hold the “Restore”button over five seconds to re-store factory default settings.Enter Address or Name ManuallyYou can also open your PC’s web browser and enter the name or the defaultIP address of the ASUS Wireless Router:WL500ghttp://my.router or http://my.WL500g or http://192.168.1.1WL500g Deluxehttp://my.router or http://my.WL500gx or http://192.168.1.1Home PageAfter logging in, you will see the ASUS Wireless Router home page.WL500g WL500g Deluxe
3. Utilities28 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software Configuration3. Set your own password4. Use Quick SetupIMPORTANT: After entering information on any page, click the“Apply” button . If you click any other link, you will be di-rected to another page and lose your new settings.WL500b
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 29Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationSelect your time zone or the closestregion. Click Next to continue.Home Gateway ModeThere are three operation modes in the ASUSWireless Router. The default operation mode of theASUS Wireless Router is Home Gateway Mode.Please refer to “System Setup” – “Operation Mode”in detail. To start quick setup, click Next to enterthe “Quick Setup” page. Follow the instructions tosetup the ASUS Wireless Router.Quick Setup in Home Gateway ModeSelect the connection type. ClickNext to continue.Select “No” to enter the informationmanually. “Yes” will disable the field.Click Next to continue.
3. Utilities30 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationTo set up your wireless interface,you must first give it an SSID(Service Set Identifier). The SSIDis a unique identifier attached topackets sent over WLANs. Thisidentifier emulates a passwordwhen a wireless device attemptscommunication on the WLAN.Because an SSID distinguishesWLANs from each other, accesspoints and wireless devices tryingto connect to a WLAN must use thesame SSID.Also, if you want to protecttransmitted data, select a middle or high Security Level.Middle: allows only those users with the same WEP key to connect to thisaccess point and to transmit data using 128-bit WEP encryption.High: allows only those users with the same WPA pre-shared key to connectto this access point and to transmit data using TKIP encryption.Click Finish to continue. You are prompted to save the settings. ClickSave&Restart to save the settings to the ASUS Wireless Router and enablethe new settings.Home Gateway Mode (Cont.)
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 31Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationTo adjust other settings, click an itemon the menu to reveal a submenu andfollow the instructions to setup theASUS Wireless Router. Tips aregiven when you move your cursorover each item. The following havesubmenu items:• Wireless• IP Config• NAT Setting• Internet Firewall• USB Application• System Setup• Status & Log
3. Utilities32 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWirelessClick an item on the menu to reveal a submenu.Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS WirelessRouter. Tips are displayed when you move yourcursor over an item.InterfaceWL500b WL500g/WL500g DeluxeSSIDThe SSID is an identification string of up to 32 ASCII characters thatdifferentiate one ASUS Wireless Router AP or Access Point from othermanufacturers. The SSID is also referred to as the “ESSID” or “ExtendedService Set ID.” You can use the default SSID and radio channel unlessmore than one ASUS Wireless Router or Access Point is deployed in thesame area. In that case, you should use a different SSID and radio channelfor each ASUS Wireless Router or Access Point. All ASUS Wireless Routersand ASUS 802.11g/802.11b WLAN client adapters must have the sameSSID to allow a wireless mobile client to roam between the ASUS WirelessRouters . By default, the SSID is set to “default”.
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 33Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)ChannelThe 802.11g and 802.11b specifications supports up to 14 overlappingchannels for radio communication. To minimize interference, configureeach ASUS 802.11g AP to be non-overlapping; select Auto from the Channeldrop-down list to enable the system to select a clear channel during boot upas your operating channel.Ensure that ASUS Wireless Routers sharing the same channel (or channelswhich are close in number) are as far away from each other as possible,based on the results of your site survey of the facility. There is a site surveyutility on the ASUS Wireless Router setup CD.Wireless Mode (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe Only)This field indicates the 802.11g interface mode. Selecting “Auto” allows802.11g and 802.11b clients to connect to the ASUS Wireless Router.Selecting “54g Only” maximizes performance, but prevents 802.11b clientsfrom connecting to the ASUS Wireless Router. If “54g Protection” ischecked, G-Mode protection of 11g traffic is enabled automatically in thepresence of 11b traffic.
3. Utilities34 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationAuthenticationMethod Encryption Passphrase WEP Key 1~4Open or shared key None Not required Not requiredWEP-64 bits 1~64 characters 10 hexWEP-128 bits 1~64 characters 26 hexShared key WEP-64 bits 1~64 characters 10 hexWEP-128 bits 1~64 characters 26 hexWPA-PSK ^TKIP only * 8~63 characters Not requiredAES only * 8~63 characters Not requiredWPA ^TKIP only * Not required Not requiredAES only * Not required Not requiredRadius with 802.1x ^Auto Not required Not requiredWEP-64 bits 1~64 characters 10 hexWEP-128 bits 1~64 characters 26 hex* WL500g/WL500g Deluxe supports AES and TKIP encryption for WPA.^ WL500b does not support WPA and Radius with 802.1x and WL500b only supports TKIP encryption for WPA-PSK.WEP EncryptionTraditional WEP encryption is applied when “Open or Shared Key”, “SharedKey” or “Radius with 802.1x” authentication methods are selected.WL500g/WL500g Deluxe: When “WPA” or “WPA-PSK” authentica-tion methods are selected, you still can set WEP encryption forthose clients that do not support WPA/WPA-PSK. Please note thatKey Index for WEP key is limited to 2 or 3 when both WPA and WEPencryption are supported at the same time.64/128-bit versus 40/104-bitThe following section explains low-level (64-bit) and high-level (128-bit)WEP Encryption schemes:Wireless (Cont.)
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 35Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)64-bit WEP Encryption64-bit WEP and 40-bit WEP are the same encryption method and caninteroperate in a wireless network. This level of WEP encryption uses a40-bit (10 Hex character) encryption scheme as a secret key, which is setby the user, and a 24-bit “Initialization Vector” scheme, which is not underuser control.Together these two schemes make a 64-bit (40 + 24) encryption scheme.Some vendors refer to this level of WEP as 40-bit and others refer to this as64-bit. ASUS WLAN products use the term 64-bit when referring to thislower level of encryption.128-bit WEP Encryption104-bit WEP and 128-bit WEP are the same encryption method and caninteroperate on a wireless network. This level of WEP encryption uses a104-bit (26 Hex character) encryption scheme as a secret key which is setby the user, and a 24-bit “Initialization Vector”, which is not under usercontrol.Together these two schemes make a 128-bit (104 + 24) encryption scheme.Some vendors refer to this level of WEP as 104-bit and others refer to thisas 128-bit. ASUS WLAN products use the term 128-bit when referring tothis higher level of encryption.PassphraseSelecting “WEP-64bits” or “WEP-128bits” in the Encryption field generatesfour WEP keys automatically. A combination of up to 64 letters, numbers,or symbols is required. Alternatively, leave this field blank and type in fourWEP keys manually.¥WEP-64bit key: 10 hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F)¥WEP-128bit key: 26 hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F)Note: The ASUS WLAN family of products uses the same algorithmto generate WEP keys, eliminating the need for users to rememberpasswords and to maintain compatibility between products. How-ever, using this method to generate WEP keys is not as secure asmanual assignment.
3. Utilities36 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)WEP KeyYou can set a maximum of four WEP keys. A WEP key is either 10 or 26hexadecimal digits (0~9, a~f, and A~F) based on whether you select 64bitsor 128bits in the WEP pull-down menu. The ASUS Wireless Router andALL of its wireless clients MUST have at least the same default key.Key IndexThe Default Key field lets you specify which of the four encryption keysyou use to transmit data on your wireless LAN. As long as the ASUSWireless Router or wireless mobile client with which you are communicatinghas the same key in the same position, you can use any of the keys as thedefault key. If the ASUS Wireless Router and ALL of its wireless clientsuse the same four WEP keys, select “key rotation” to maximize security.Otherwise, choose one key in common as the default key.Network Rotation Key IntervalThis field specifies the time interval (in seconds) after which a WPA groupkey is changed. Enter ‘0’ (zero) to indicate that a periodic key-change isnot required.
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 37Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWirelessClick an item on the menu to reveal a submenu.Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS WirelessRouter. Tips are displayed when you move yourcursor over an item.Bridge/Access Control ListAP Only WDS Only (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe)HybridWireless bridge (also known asWireless Distribution System orWDS) allows you to connect to oneor many Access Points.
3. Utilities38 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)AP ModeAP (Access Point) Mode configures the ASUS Wireless Router for a specificapplication. By default, the ASUS Wireless Router is configured as anAccess Point which enables wireless mobile clients to connect wirelesslyto a wired Ethernet network. The following options are available from thedrop-down list:AP Only: the ASUS Wireless Router acts only as an Access Point.WDS Only (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe): the ASUS Wireless Routercan only communicate with other Access Points.Hybrid: Hybrid allows you to use the ASUS Wireless Router both asan access point and as a wireless bridge.ChannelBoth Access Points in Wireless Bridge mode must be set to the same channel.Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List (Yes/No)Select Yes to connect to access points in the remote bridge list.Allow anonymous? (Yes/No) (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe)Select Yes to allow users without accounts to connect.Note: If “Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List” and “Allow Anony-mous” are both set to “No”, it means that this AP will not connect withother APs and therefore the AP mode setting will return to “AP Only”.
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 39Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)MAC AddressEnter the MAC address of the target ASUS Wireless Router in order todesignate which ASUS Wireless Router will be the partner for this ASUSWireless Router.You can setup your wireless environment as shown in this figure:Note: The content in braces “( )” is the MAC address in the RemoteBridge List of the AP. For example, WB1 have the MAC address ofWB in its Remote Bridge List.In this case, there are six ASUS Wireless Routers and they are linked aswireless bridges. Take one of them, named WB, as an example. WB is notin “AP Only” mode and “Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List” is set as“Yes”, so it can connect to WB3. Meanwhile, “allow anonymous” is set as“Yes” or “Allow anonymous” is set as “No” but it has the MAC addressesof WB1, WB2, and WB4 in the “Remote Bridge List”, so it can be connectedby WB1, WB2, and WB4.
3. Utilities40 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWirelessClick an item on the menu to reveal a submenu.Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS WirelessRouter. Tips are displayed when you move yourcursor over an item.Access ControlNote: Click the “Finish” button to save your new settings and re-start the ASUS Wireless Router or click “Save” and restart later.To add security, the ASUS Wireless Router has the ability to only associatewith or not associate with wireless mobile clients that have their MACaddress entered into this page.The default setting of “Disable” will allow any wireless mobile client toconnect. “Accept” will only allow those entered into this page to connect.“Reject” will prevent those entered into this page from connecting.Adding a MAC AddressTo add a MAC address, enter the 12 hexadecimal characters into the white boxnext to “MAC Address:” and click the Add button. The MAC address will beplaced in the control list below. Only a total of 31 MAC addresses can be enteredinto this page so determine which will be the lesser; those you wish to accept orthose you wish to reject and click the appropriate “MAC Access Mode”.Pull down menu items:Disable (no info required)Accept (need to input information)Reject (need to input information)
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 41Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWirelessClick an item on the menu to reveal a submenu.Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS WirelessRouter. Tips are displayed when you move yourcursor over an item.Radius Setting (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe)This section enables you to set upadditional parameters for connectionwith a RADIUS Server. Values arerequired for this page when theAuthentication Method field in theWireless - Interface screen are set as“WPA” or “Radius with 802.1x”.Refer to Authentication Method onpage 32.Server IP Address – specifies the IP address of the RADIUS server to usefor 802.1X wireless authentication and dynamic WEP key derivation.Server Port – specifies the UDP port number used by the RADIUS server.Login Secret – specifies the password used to initialize a RADIUSconnection.Note: A RADIUS server is used for remote user authentication andaccounting. It is primarily used by Internet Service Providers, butcan also be used on any network that needs a centralized authenti-cation function for its workstations.
3. Utilities42 ASUS Wireless RouterChapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWirelessClick an item on the menu to reveal a submenu.Follow the instructions to set up the ASUS WirelessRouter. Tips are displayed when you move yourcursor over an item.AdvancedThis section allows you to set upadditional parameters for the wirelessrouter function. We recommend thatyou use the default values for allitems in this window.Enable AfterBurner: (WL500g Deluxe) - Set to Enable to increaseperformance for clients (such as WL100gx) that support this function.Note: Your network speed will slow down if you have mixed 802.11gand Afterburner clients.Hide SSID - By default, “No” is selected so that wireless mobile users cansee your ASUS Wireless Router’s SSID and join. If “Yes” is selected, yourASUS Wireless Router will not show in site surveys by wireless mobileclients and they will have to manually enter your ASUS Wireless Router’sSSID. If you want to restrict access to “your” ASUS Wireless Router , thisis a simple way to do it but for security reasons, don’t forget to change theSSID to something other than “default”.Set AP Isolated (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - Selecting Yes to preventwireless client from communicating with each other.Data Rate (Mbps) (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - This field allows you tospecify the transmission rate. Leave on “Auto” to maximize performanceversus distance.AfterBurner (WL500g Deluxe only)
3. UtilitiesASUS Wireless Router 43Chapter 3 - Software ConfigurationWireless (Cont.)Basic Rate Set (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - This field indicates the basicrates that wireless clients must support. Use “1 & 2 Mbps” only whenbackward compatibility is needed for some older wireless LAN cards witha maximum bit rate of 2Mbps.Fragmentation Threshold (256-2346) – Fragmentation is used to divide802.11 frames into smaller pieces (fragments) that are sent separately tothe destination. Enable fragmentation by setting a specific packet sizethreshold. If there is an excessive number of collisions on the WLAN,experiment with different fragmentation values to increase the reliabilityof frame transmissions. The default value (2346) is recommended for normaluse.RTS Threshold (0-2347) – The RTS/CTS (Request to Send/Clear to Send)function is used to minimize collisions among wireless stations. WhenRTS/CTS is enabled, the router refrains from sending a data frame untilanother RTS/CTS handshake is completed. Enable RTS/CTS by setting aspecific packet size threshold. The default value (2347) is recommended.DTIM Interval (1-255) (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) – DTIM (DeliveryTraffic Indication Message) is a wireless message used to inform clients inPower Saving Mode when the system should wake up to receive broadcastand multicast messages. Type the time interval in which the system willbroadcast a DTIM for clients in Power Saving Mode. The default value (3)is recommended.Beacon Interval (1-65535) – This field indicates the time interval inmilliseconds that a system broadcast packet, or beacon, is sent to synchronizethe wireless network. The default value (100 milliseconds) is recommended.Enable Frame Bursting? (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) – This field allowsyou to enable frame-bursting mode to improve performance with wirelessclients that also support frame-bursting.Enable Radio? (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - Selecting “Yes” enables thewireless function during user-defined dates and times. Wireless users willnot be able to connect on non-selected dates and times.Date to Enable Radio (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - This field definesthe dates that the wireless function will be enabled.Time to Enable Radio (WL500g/WL500g Deluxe) - This field definesthe time range that the wireless function will be enabled on each of theselected dates.

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