Accton Technology ACC300568 MN-500 User Manual X0884133bdy p65

Accton Technology Corp MN-500 X0884133bdy p65

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1 | Introduction ................................................................................................... 1Base Station Indicators and Controls ................................................ 3Resetting the Base Station ................................................................. 3Restoring Base Station Factory Settings ........................................... 4Placing and Positioning the Base Station ......................................... 4Understanding Wireless Connections .................................................... 5Recommendations for Best Wireless Performance ......................... 5Adjusting the Antennas ........................................................................ 5Wireless Range Table ........................................................................... 6Understanding Wireless Security (WEP) ............................................ 6Understanding Ethernet Connections ................................................... 6Ethernet Cables, Phone Cables, and Connections ........................... 7Straight-Through and Crossover Ethernet Cables ............................. 72 | Planning .......................................................................................................... 9Determining Your Network Settings ..................................................... 143 | Setup ............................................................................................................ 15Typical Setup Steps ................................................................................ 16Step 1: Install the software ............................................................... 16Step 2: Connect the base station to the computer ........................ 17Step 3: Configure the base station and network ............................ 18Step 4: Test your network .................................................................. 18Other Setup Methods ............................................................................ 19If You Have a Non-Ethernet Modem ................................................. 19Using the Base Station as a Wireless Access Point Only ............... 19If You Have No Ethernet Computers ................................................. 20Connecting the Base Station Wirelessly .......................................... 20Replacing Existing Networks ................................................................ 22Connecting Existing Networks .............................................................. 22Connecting Ethernet Networks to the Base Station ....................... 23Connecting HomePNA or HomeRF Networks .................................. 23Connecting Existing Wireless Networks ........................................... 23If Your Computers Are on a Domain ................................................. 24Setting Up the Base Station on a Windows 2000 Computer ........... 24Setting Up the Base Station on a Non-Windows Computer .............. 24contents.
ii Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideAdding to Your Network ......................................................................... 24Adding Wireless Computers to Your Network .................................. 25Adding Ethernet Computers to Your Network .................................. 25Adding Non-Computer Devices to Your Network ............................. 25If You Connected the Hardware First ................................................... 26If You Do Not Want to Use the Setup Wizard ...................................... 264 | Networking .................................................................................................. 27Logging on to Your Network .................................................................. 27Allowing Access to an Internet Connection ......................................... 28Allowing Access to Files and Folders ................................................... 28Allowing Access to Printers ................................................................... 31About Sharing Other Peripheral Devices ............................................. 32About Reading E-Mail Messages on a Network ................................. 32Playing Games on a Network and the Internet ................................... 32Connecting to Other Wireless Networks .............................................. 335 | Monitor ......................................................................................................... 35View the Status of Your Computer ....................................................... 36View the Status of Your Network Connection ..................................... 36View the Status of Your Internet Connection ...................................... 36View the Status of Other Network Devices ......................................... 36View and Change Network Settings ..................................................... 37Update Software, Drivers, and Firmware ............................................ 37Secure Your Network ............................................................................. 38Protect Your Network from Hackers ................................................. 38Protect Your Network from Computer Viruses ................................. 39Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access ........................... 396 | Configure ..................................................................................................... 41Opening the Base Station Management Tool ................................. 42Logging Off .......................................................................................... 42Navigating the Base Station Management Tool ............................. 42Configuring the Base Station ............................................................ 44Configuring Network Computers ....................................................... 45Using the Base Station As a Bridge .................................................. 46Home Page ............................................................................................. 47Wide Area Network ............................................................................. 47Local Area Network ............................................................................ 48DHCP Client List .................................................................................. 49Base Station Information................................................................... 49
Contents iiiManagement Settings ........................................................................... 50Reset the Base Station ...................................................................... 50Restore Factory Default Settings ...................................................... 50Back Up Base Station Settings ......................................................... 51Restore Base Station Settings from a Backup ................................ 52Upgrade Base Station Firmware ....................................................... 53Establish Base Station Time Zone ................................................... 54Synchronize Time to Internet Time Server ....................................... 54Change the Base Station Password ................................................. 55Local Area Network Settings ................................................................ 56IP Address and Subnet Mask ............................................................ 56DHCP Server ........................................................................................ 57Wide Area Network Settings ................................................................. 57Dynamic Internet Connection ............................................................ 58MAC Addresses ................................................................................... 58Static Internet Connection................................................................. 59PPPoE Internet Connection ............................................................... 59Disabled Connection .......................................................................... 60Wireless Settings ................................................................................... 60Wireless Network Name (SSID) ........................................................ 61Wireless Channel ................................................................................ 61Data Rate ............................................................................................ 61Security Settings .................................................................................... 62Wireless Security (WEP) ..................................................................... 62Firewall Settings.................................................................................. 63Network Mode ..................................................................................... 64Port Forwarding .................................................................................. 65Virtual Demilitarized Zone ................................................................. 68MAC Filtering ....................................................................................... 69Client Filtering ..................................................................................... 71Base Station Log ................................................................................ 727 | Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 73Software .................................................................................................. 73Hardware ................................................................................................. 75Networks ................................................................................................. 76Internet Connections ............................................................................. 78
iv Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideReference .................................................................................................... 79Technical Support .................................................................................. 79Regulatory Information .......................................................................... 80Limited Warranty .................................................................................... 81Technical Specifications ........................................................................ 83System Requirements ........................................................................... 84Glossary ....................................................................................................... 85
introduction.The Microsoft BroadbandNetworking Wireless Base StationCongratulations on the purchase of your Microsoft® BroadbandNetworking Wireless Base Station! The base station allows you toshare an Internet connection, files, printers, and other devicesamong all the computers on a wireless network. Your box contains:The Microsoft Wireless Base Station can support over 200simultaneous wired and wireless connections. You can use thisflexibility to choose the best type of network connection for each ofyour networked devices. For a discussion of connection options,see Chapter 2.The typical network configuration is for the base station to serveas the central access point for your wireless network and shareyour broadband Internet connection with all the computers on thenetwork. For setup instructions, see Chapter 3.The base station includes a firewall and network addresstranslation (NAT), which provide security for your broadbandInternet connection. This is especially important when an “always-on” broadband Internet connection is shared among computers ona home or small office network. With the base station installed,intruders from the Internet cannot access the computers or fileson your network.Even with the base station installed, however, your wirelessnetwork is vulnerable to eavesdropping by other wireless networks,and your system can be attacked by computer viruses. To protectyour network, establish a wireless security (also known as WiredEquivalent Privacy, or WEP) key during setup, use an antivirusprogram to protect against computer viruses, and follow basicsecurity rules such as setting strong passwords and not openingunknown attachments.Note The Setup Wizard guides youthrough the process ofconnecting and configuringyour base station. Install thesoftware and then follow thesteps in the wizard to connectyour new base station.Setup CD-ROMInstall This First!Blank FloppyDiskWirelessBase StationBase Station Stand(Detachable)Blue EthernetCablePower Supply User’s Guide andStart Here Guide
2Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideBase Station(Front View)Indicator lights, whichdisplay Power, Modem andWireless statusOptionalStandAntennaBase Station(Back View)Indicator lights, whichdisplay Ethernet port statusand correspond to theEthernet ports on the backof the base stationTo Modem port, whichconnects to your modemwith an Ethernet cableEthernet ports 1-4,which correspond tothe status indicatorlights on the frontof the base stationReset ButtonPower Port
Chapter 1: Introduction 3Base Station Indicators and ControlsThe preceding diagram shows the location of all ports, jacks,controls, and indicator lights on the base station.The base station contains two antennas, one internal and oneexternal. The external antenna is adjustable for best wirelessreception.The front of the base station has seven green (and labeled)indicator lights. After the base station is connected, these lightswill be on, off, or blinking, indicating the following states.Light On Off BlinkingPower Receiving power Not receiving power Green or orange duringreset and restoreModem Modem connected Modem off or Data being sentand on not connected or received on modemWireless Radio enabled Radio disabled Wireless data beingstatus sent or receivedEthernet Ethernet device Ethernet device Data being sent orstatus (4) connected and on off or not connected received over EthernetResetting the Base StationTo reset the base station to correct temporary connectivityproblems, use a pointed object to briefly press and release thereset button on the back of the base station, as shown in thefollowing illustration.ImportantDo not hold down the resetbutton for more than fiveseconds, unless you want toerase all of your base stationsettings and return them tothe factory defaults.Resetting or Restoring the Base StationPower IndicatorLight
4Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideObserve the power indicator light, and release the button as soonas the light turns from green to orange. The light will return togreen when the reset is complete. Do not unplug the base stationduring a reset.Restoring Base Station Factory SettingsTo return the base station to its factory default settings (forexample, if you forget your base station password), you can use thereset button on the back of the base station to clear all basestation settings, restore the default settings, and reset the basestation.To restore the base station factory settings1. Use a pointed object to press the reset button on the back ofthe base station, while observing the power indicator light. Holdthe button down until the light starts to blink green and orange,about five seconds.2. Release the button and wait for the light to turn solid orangeand then green, which can take up to 60 seconds.Do not unplug the base station during a restore.Placing and Positioning the Base StationYou can place the base station vertically in the provided stand, asshown in the following diagram, or horizontally without the stand.You can also rotate the base station to obtain the best wirelessperformance.The Microsoft Wireless Base Station must be physically connectedto a power outlet and to your broadband modem, so the basestation should be placed near these.To place the base station and adjust its antenna for the bestwireless performance, see “Recommendations for Best WirelessPerformance” in this chapter.Attaching the Base Station Stand
Chapter 1: Introduction 5Understanding Wireless ConnectionsYour base station uses a wireless protocol called IEEE 802.11b,or Wi-Fi (wireless-fidelity), which works by radio transmission.Although wireless transmission speed is usually faster thanbroadband connection speed, it is slower than Ethernet.Wi-Fi radio waves travel in all directions, and can transmit throughwalls and floors. Wireless transmission can theoretically cover upto 1,000 square feet and occur at speeds of up to 11 megabits persecond (Mbps), but actual network range and data throughput ratewill be less, depending on several factors.Recommendations for Best Wireless PerformanceThe following information will help you achieve the best wirelessrange, coverage, and transmission rate from your wireless devices:•You should place the base station near the center of yourintended wireless network area. This will also minimize thepossibility of eavesdropping by neighboring wireless networks.•Radio signals can travel farther outside of buildings, and thebest performance is when wireless components are in directline of sight to one another.•Putting wireless components in high places helps avoid obstaclesand provides better coverage to upper stories of buildings.•Building construction such as metal framing, UV window film,metallic paint, and concrete or masonry walls and floors willreduce radio signal strength. Try to avoid putting wirelesscomponents next to walls, fireplaces, or other large, solidobjects; or next to large metal objects such as computer cases,monitors, and appliances.•Wireless signal range, speed, and strength can be affected byinterference from neighboring wireless networks and devices.Electro-magnetic devices such as televisions, radios,microwave ovens, and cordless phones, especially those withfrequencies in the 2.4 GHz range, may also interfere withwireless transmission.•Standing or sitting too close to wireless equipment can alsoaffect radio signal quality.Adjusting the AntennasYou can adjust the wireless antennas for the best radio reception.Start with the antenna pointing straight up, and adjust the antennaif wireless reception is poor. Certain areas, such as directly belowthe antenna, get relatively poor reception. Pointing the antennatoward another wireless component does not improve reception.The antennas should not be placed next to large pieces of metal,because this can cause interference.ImportantDo not rely on radiotransmission limitations tosecure your network. Enablewireless security (WEP) toprotect your network fromunwanted access. For moreinformation, see“Understanding WirelessSecurity (WEP)” in this chapter.
6Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideWireless Range TableThe following table shows the interaction between wirelesscoverage area and transmission speed for Microsoft wirelesscomponents under typical installation circumstances.Data Rate Open Environment Closed Environment11 Mbps up to 900 feet up to 160 feet5.5 Mbps up to 1300 feet up to 200 feet2 or 1 Mbps up to 1500 feet up to 300 feetUnderstanding Wireless Security (WEP)Anyone within wireless range who knows your wireless networkname will be able to access the network and any data that is beingtransmitted over it, unless you enable wireless security. Microsoftwireless components use wireless security called WirelessEquivalent Privacy (WEP) to prevent unauthorized users fromaccessing your network. A network key—called a WEP key—encrypts, or codes, data so that it is readable only by othercomputers that have the key. The WEP key is stored on eachnetworked computer, so that data can be encrypted and decryptedas it is transmitted over the network.It is recommended that you enable WEP during base station setup.You can simply choose to enable WEP security and allow the SetupWizard to assign your network a WEP key, or you can set your ownWEP key and choose other advanced options. For more informationabout WEP and security, see “Securing Your Network” in Chapter 5and “Security Settings” in Chapter 6.Understanding Ethernet ConnectionsIn most cases, the Microsoft Wireless Base Station uses Ethernetto connect to your broadband modem and at least one computer.You can also connect up to three additional Ethernet devices, suchas the Microsoft Broadband Networking 10/100 Ethernet PCIAdapter and the Microsoft Broadband Networking 10/100Ethernet 5-Port Switch, to the Microsoft Wireless Base Station. Byusing hubs or switches, you can connect many more Ethernetdevices to your base station.Ethernet is the most common and one of the fastest wired networkprotocols, with connection speeds of 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, orhigher. Although power outlets, fluorescent lights, power supplies,and coiled or overlong cables can interfere with Ethernettransmission, interference is seldom a problem in Ethernetnetworks.To connect to your base station through Ethernet, a computer orother device must have an Ethernet network interface card, whichprovides an external port for an Ethernet cable.
Chapter 1: Introduction 7Ethernet Cables, Phone Cables, and ConnectionsEthernet ports and cables resemble telephone connections andlines, but are thicker and wider. To determine whether a cable is anEthernet or phone cable, look at the end and count the number ofwires or contacts in the connector. Ethernet (RJ-45) connectorshave eight contacts, whereas standard phone line (RJ-11)connectors have four, as shown in the following diagram.Use only Ethernet cables to connect to your base station. Plugginga phone jack into the base station could damage the base station.Straight-Through and Crossover Ethernet CablesData is sent and received through specific wires in Ethernet cables.Depending on the arrangement of the send and receive wireswithin the cable, Ethernet cables may be the straight-through typeor the crossover type.Most broadband modems are connected to computers throughEthernet, and they may use straight-through or crossover cables.To connect the modem to the base station, it is important to usethe original cable that came with your modem, or the same type.To connect computers to the base station, you shoulduse straight-through Ethernet cables. If the blue cable provided inyour kit is not long enough for your needs, you can use anystraight-through cable.RJ-11 Telephone(4 or 6 wires)RJ-45 Ethernet(8 wires)
8Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideTo determine which type of Ethernet cable you have, inspect thecable ends. The following diagram shows the arrangement of wiresin each type of cable.Straight-ThroughEthernet CableBoth ends of astraight-throughcable have thesame arrangementof colored wires.CrossoverEthernet CableIn a crossover cable,the arrangement ofthe colored wireschanges betweenthe two ends.
planning.Wireless Base Station SetupOptionsThe easiest and fastest way to set up your Microsoft® BroadbandNetworking Wireless Base Station is to follow the setupinstructions in the Start Here guide or the “Typical Setup Steps”in Chapter 3 of this manual.Set up the base station on the computer that is now connected toyour broadband modem, by running the Setup Wizard andconnecting your base station when the wizard prompts you to do so.Set up the base station before you install any wireless networkadapters on other computers,Your finished network setup may resemble the following diagram.One computer, and your broadband modem, connect to the basestation with Ethernet cables. Other computers can make wired orwireless connections to the base station.2Active Internet ConnectionBroadband Modem(DSL or Cable)Second ComputerFirst ComputerWireless Base StationTypical Setup
10 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideYou can use this setup method on a computer that is runningMicrosoft Windows® XP, Windows Millennium Edition, Windows 98SE, or Windows 98, and is not currently networked. The computermust have a working broadband Internet connection and mustconnect directly to your broadband modem with an Ethernet cable.If you have a different computer configuration, or want a differentsetup method, look through this chapter for the description thatbest matches your situation.My modem doesn’t connect to my computer through Ethernet.•If your modem connects through USB but also has an Ethernetconnection, you can switch to the Ethernet port. Forinstructions, see page 19.•If your modem has no Ethernet connection, you have threechoices:•You can obtain a new modem that has an Ethernetconnection.•You can set up a network by using wireless adapters only andno base station. For information, see the documentation thatcame with your adapter.•You may be able to set up the base station as a wirelessaccess point only, as shown in the following diagram. Formore information, see page 19.I don’t have a working Internet connection, or I don’t want toshare my Internet connection through my base station.The Setup Wizard cannot configure the base station automaticallyif your computer does not have an active Internet connection. It ishighly recommended that you establish a working broadbandInternet connection before you set up the base station.Note If you are not sure which typesof connections your computeror modem has, see Chapter 1.NoteYou cannot set up the basestation on a Windows 2000computer by using the SetupWizard. You can use adifferent computer to set upthe base station, you can usethe Base Station ManagementTool to set up the base stationon the Windows 2000computer, or you can set up anetwork by installing wirelessadapters only.Wireless Base StationSecond ComputerWireless NotebookAdapter shownFirst Computer*Ethernet or WirelessAdapter*To connect the base station, the first computer requires an installed Ethernetadapter (shown), or wireless adapter.
Chapter 2: Planning 11If you have a broadband Internet connection, but it is not workingduring setup or the Setup Wizard cannot access your Internetsettings, you can enter the settings manually. For instructions, seeChapter 6, or specific procedures in Chapter 3 that require this.The base station was designed to share a broadband Internetconnection over a wireless network. If you want to set up a wirelessnetwork without sharing an Internet connection through the basestation, it is recommended that you set up a network by usingwireless adapters only and no base station. For instructions, seeyour adapter documentation.None of my computers have Ethernet connections.By using wireless adapters, you can connect all your computers tothe base station wirelessly, as shown in the following diagram. Forinstructions, see page 20.I want all my computers to connect to the base stationwirelessly.You can switch a computer to a wireless connection to the basestation after first using it to set up the base station with a wiredconnection. For instructions, see page 21.Active Internet ConnectionBroadband Modem(DSL or Cable)Second ComputerWireless NotebookAdapter ShownFirst ComputerWireless USBAdapter shownWireless Base Station
12 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideI want to replace my existing base station, router, or gatewaywith the Microsoft Wireless Base Station.For instructions, see page 22. Do not disconnect your existing basestation until you are instructed to do so during setup.I want to add my existing network to the base station.•The following diagram shows how you can add an Ethernet hubor switch to the base station. For instructions, see page 23.•To connect HomePNA or HomeRF networks, see page 23.•To connect existing wireless networks, see page 23.One or more of my computers is on a domain.To set up computers that are already on a domain, see page 24.I want to install the base station on a computer that is runningMicrosoft WIndows 2000.You cannot set up the base station on a Windows 2000 computerby using the Setup Wizard. For setup options, see page 24.Ethernet Hubor SwitchExisting EthernetNetworkActive Internet ConnectionBroadband Modem(DSL or Cable)Wireless Base Station
Chapter 2: Planning 13I want to install the base station on Macintosh or othercomputers that are not running Windows.For base station setup instructions, see page 24 and Chapter 6.I want to add more computers or other devices to my basestation.•To add computers that have wireless adapters, see page 25.•To add computers that have Ethernet adapters, see page 25.•To add non-computer devices, see page 25.I am not sure whether to use wired or wireless connections toadd devices to my base station.Consider the following factors:•Speed. If connection speed between your network componentsis very important, you may want to use Ethernet connections.•Convenience. Wireless connections don’t require cabling oropening your computer cases, but connecting existing networksto the base station through Ethernet may be more convenient.•Range and coverage. An environment that contains manyphysical barriers or interference factors may not be ideal forwireless networking.•Mobility. Mobility may be relatively unimportant for a desktopcomputer, but is much more useful for a laptop, notebook, orother portable computer.•Security. Because of the unrestricted nature of theirtransmission, wireless networks have inherent security issues.However, the base station’s built-in firewall and NAT providesecurity, and you can also use WEP encryption.I don’t want to use the Setup Wizard.To set up the base station by using the Base Station ManagementTool, see Chapter 6.I connected the base station before running the Setup Wizard.For setup options, see page 26.
14 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideDetermining Your Network SettingsIf your system matches the configuration described on page 10and you are using the typical setup method, the Setup Wizard candetect your settings automatically and use them to set up yournetwork. However, if your system configuration or chosen setupoption requires you to enter your settings manually, the followinginstructions will help you locate them. You can record thisinformation on the inside back cover of this User’s Guide for futurereference.To determine your workgroup name in Windows XP orWindows 20001. Click Start, then click Control Panel, and then double-clickSystem.2. For Windows XP, click the Computer Name tab.For Windows 2000, click the Network Identification tab.To determine your workgroup name in Windows 981. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.2. Double-click Network, and then double-click Locating yournetwork workgroup.To determine your Internet settingsYour Internet settings may include such information as dynamic orstatic IP address, username, password, primary and secondaryDNS, and default gateway. To determine these:•Use your modem’s utility program if you have one.•Call your Internet service provider or locate the documentationthey sent you when you signed up for DSL or cable service.•Before starting setup or disconnecting your modem, you canuse the Windows Network or Network Connections control panelto determine the settings. For more information, see WindowsHelp.To determine your wireless network settings•If you are adding to a Microsoft wireless network, use theBroadband Network Utility to determine your wireless networkname, channel, and WEP security key (if set).•If you have a non-Microsoft wireless network, use your networkutility program to determine the settings.
setup.Installing, Connecting, andConfiguring Your Wireless BaseStationThe typical connection method for the base station resembles thefollowing diagram.One computer, and your broadband modem, connect to the basestation with Ethernet cables. Other computers can make a wirelessor wired connections to the base station.You can use this setup method for a Microsoft® Windows® XP,Windows Me, Windows 2000, Windows 98 SE, or Windows 98based computer that is connected directly to a DSL or cablemodem with an Ethernet cable. The computer must have a workingInternet connection and must not be connected to any othercomputers or networks.3Important Run the Setup Wizard beforeconnecting your base station.If you connected your basestation before installing thesoftware, or if you do not wantto use the Setup Wizard, see“If You Connected theHardware First” and “If You DoNot Want to Use the SetupWizard” in this chapter.Active Internet ConnectionBroadband Modem(DSL or Cable)Second ComputerInstalling the software onthis computer configuresthe adapter.First Computer*Installing the software onthis computer configuresthe base station.Wireless Base StationEthernet ConnectionEasy setup: Use the blueEthernet cable to connectthe base station to yourfirst computer.You can change this to awireless connection later.*In this setup method, the first computer requires an installed Ethernet adapter toconnect the base station, as shown here.NoteYou cannot set up the basestation on a MicrosoftWindows 2000 computer byusing the Setup Wizard. Youcan use a different computerto set up the base station, youcan use the Base StationManagement Tool to set upthe base station on theWindows 2000 computer, oryou can set up a network byinstalling wireless adaptersonly.
16 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideDo not use this setup method if your computers do not match theabove configuration, or if they are already connected to a network.See Chapter 2 to choose an alternate setup method.It is important to follow the setup steps in the exact order given.Install the software first, and then connect the base station. Thistakes advantage of the software’s ability to detect your currentInternet and system settings and use them to configure yourwireless network.Set up the Microsoft Wireless Base Station before you set up otherdevices on your wireless network.Typical Setup StepsStep 1: Install the software1. Take the following items to the computer that is now directlyconnected by an Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL modem:•The Microsoft Broadband Networking Setup CD-ROM•The Microsoft Wireless Base Station•The blue Ethernet cable that came with your base station•The AC power supply•The blank floppy disk from your kit•These installation instructions2. Before you proceed with setup, check the following:•Are you a member of the Administrator group?On computers running Windows 2000 or Windows XP, youmust be a member of the Administrator group to set up anetwork. If you cannot run setup, click Log Off from the Startmenu, press CTRL+ALT+DELETE, and then log on with anadministrator’s name and password.•Are you running any firewall or Internet connection sharingsoftware?Disable any firewall or Internet connection sharing softwareon your computers. Your base station will replace thesefunctions, and the Setup Wizard cannot proceed if they areenabled.•Do you have a Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE)Internet connection or a static Internet Protocol (IP) address?Important If you have an existingnetwork, do not use the typicalsetup steps. See Chapter 2 tolocate the correct setupmethod. Do not disconnectyour existing network until youare instructed to do so.NoteIf you have questions orproblems during setup, clickthe Help button on each setuppage for more information. Ifyou need to start setup over,choose the Repair option.Note During setup, you may beprompted to restart yourcomputer or insert yourWindows Setup CD-ROM. Youmay also need to specify thelocation of the needed setupfiles on the Windows SetupCD-ROM by typing D:\win98.Substitute the drive letter ofyour CD-ROM drive.
Chapter 3: Setup 17With these types of Internet connections, the Setup Wizardwill prompt you to enter information—for a PPPoE connection,your user name, password, and service name; for a static IPaddress, the IP, subnet, and ISP gateway addresses. If youknow you have one of these types of connections, gather thisinformation beforehand. For information about how todetermine your Internet settings, see “Determining YourNetwork Settings” in Chapter 2.3. To install the software, insert the setup CD-ROM into theCD-ROM drive. If the Setup Wizard does not start automaticallyafter a few seconds, open My Computer, double-click theCD-ROM icon, and then double-click Setup or Setup.exe. TheWelcome screen should appear.4. In the Setup Wizard, choose to set up the base station, andthen proceed through the Setup Wizard.Step 2: Connect the base station to the computer1. When the Setup Wizard instructs you to connect your basestation, position the base station close to your modem andcomputer, and near the center of your intended network area. Ifyou want to position the base station vertically, attach theincluded stand. For more information about placing andpositioning your base station, see Chapter 1.2. Unplug your modem cable from the Ethernet port on the back ofyour computer. Leave the other end of the cable plugged in tothe modem. Plug the cable into the port labeled To Modem onthe back of the base station. The base station is now connectedto your modem.3. Plug one end of the blue Ethernet cable that came with yourbase station into the Ethernet port labeled 1 on the back of thebase station and plug the other end into the Ethernet port onthe back of your computer.4. Plug one end of the power supply that came with your basestation into the Power port on the back of the base station, andplug the other end into an electrical outlet. The power indicatorlight on the front of the base station should illuminate.5. Return to the Setup Wizard and click Next.Important The modem must use itsoriginal Ethernet cable or oneof the same type to connect tothe base station. For moreinformation, see “Straight-Through and CrossoverEthernet Cables” in Chapter 1.Note If the blue Ethernet cable istoo short for your needs, youcan use any straight-throughEthernet cable to connect yourcomputer to the base station.For more information aboutEthernet cables, see“Understanding EthernetConnections” in Chapter 1.Note Leave your computer andmodem on while you connectyour base station.
18 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideYour base station setup should now resemble the followingdiagram.Step 3: Configure the base station and network1. Continue to follow the Setup instructions to establish yourwireless network settings:•You will be given an opportunity to enable wireless security(WEP). It is recommended that you choose to enable WEP.For more information, click Help on the WEP security page, orsee Chapter 1 and Chapter 6 of this manual.•When you are asked, you can save your network settings to afloppy disk for use in subsequent setups. A blank floppy diskis provided for this. If you don’t choose to save to a disk, youwill be given a list of network settings to print or write down.2. Click Finish to exit Setup.3. Remove the Setup CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive and thefloppy disk (if used) from the floppy disk drive. You can use thesame CD-ROM and floppy disk to set up additional computers.Step 4: Test your network1. View the status of your network in the Broadband NetworkUtility. Ensure that you can see your base station and thecomputer that is connected to it in the utility’s status screen.To PowerSupplyFirst ComputerWirelessBase StationExistingBroadbandModemBlue Ethernet Cable(included in box)ExistingEthernetCablePower Port
Chapter 3: Setup 192. If your broadband Internet connection is being shared throughyour wireless network, open your Web browser and try accessinga Web site such as www.microsoft.com. If your network isworking properly, you will be able to access the Internet fromthe computer you just set up.Other Setup MethodsIn addition to the typical method, there are other ways to set upyour base station, depending on your computer and networkcharacteristics and the results you want. See Chapter 2 for help inchoosing your base station setup method and finding theappropriate setup instructions.If You Have a Non-Ethernet ModemThe Microsoft Wireless Base Station is designed specifically foruse with an external, broadband Ethernet modem. If you have amodem with both USB and Ethernet connections, you must use theEthernet connection to connect to the base station.To change your USB modem to an Ethernet connection1. Before running setup, replace the USB cable between yourmodem and computer with the Ethernet cable that came withyour modem. If you do not have this cable, see your modemdocumentation or contact your Internet service provider todetermine whether you need to obtain a straight-through orcrossover Ethernet cable for the modem. Ensure that yourInternet connection is working through the Ethernet cablebefore you start setup.2. If your system matches the requirements for the typical setupmethod, you can now follow the “Typical Setup Steps” in thischapter.If your modem does not have an Ethernet connection, you havethree choices:•You can obtain a new modem that has an Ethernet connection.•You can set up a network with wireless adapters only and nobase station. For information, see your adapter documentation.•You may be able to set up the base station as a wireless accesspoint only. See the following section.Using the Base Station as a Wireless Access Point OnlyThe base station is designed to work with an external Ethernetmodem. If you do not have one, you will not be able to run theSetup Wizard or share your Internet connection through the basestation. If you do not want to share your Internet connectionthrough the base station, and you are comfortable with configuringyour base station through the Base Station Management Tool, youcan use the base station as an access point for your wirelessnetwork only.
20 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideTo set up the base station as a wireless access point only1. Plug one end of the blue Ethernet cable that came with yourbase station into the Ethernet port labeled 1 on the back of thebase station and plug the other end into the Ethernet port onthe back of your computer.2. Plug one end of the power supply that came with your basestation into the Power port on the back of the base station, andplug the other end into an electrical outlet.3. Use a pointed object to press the reset button on the back ofthe base station, while observing the power indicator light. Holdthe button down until the light starts to blink green and orange,about five seconds.4. Release the button and wait for the light to turn solid orangeand then green, which can take up to 60 seconds.5. Configure the base station through the Base StationManagement Tool. See Chapter 6 for instructions.To set up the base station as a wireless access point if none ofyour computers have Ethernet ports1. Attach a wireless adapter to your computer by following theinstructions in your adapter documentation.2. Follow steps 2 through 5 in the preceding procedure to connectand configure the base station.You should then be able to connect to your base station throughthe wireless adapter. Although you may be able to share yourInternet connection through the networked computer, this is notsupported through Microsoft Wireless Setup. If you use a computerthat is running Windows XP to share your Internet connection, besure to enable Windows Internet Connection Sharing and InternetConnection Firewall on that computer.If You Have No Ethernet ComputersIf none of your computers have available Ethernet ports, but theydo have available USB or PC Card connections, you can connect allof your computers to the base station wirelessly, as described inthe following section. You will need to purchase wireless adaptersto configure your base station this way.Connecting the Base Station WirelesslyYou can connect all of your computers to the base stationwirelessly if none of the computers have Ethernet connections, ifthey cannot be located near the modem and base station, or if youwant all of them to be mobile.You will need to purchase a wireless adapter for each computerthat you want to connect to the base station.
Chapter 3: Setup 21If you have a computer with an Ethernet connection, therecommended method for connecting to the base station wirelesslyis to first set up and configure the base station through a wiredconnection, and then change the computer to a wirelessconnection. That way, you can set up the base station automaticallythrough the Setup Wizard and use these settings to set up thewireless connection. The wired setup method is also more secure.To connect a computer to the base station wirelessly if it wasoriginally set up with a wired connection1. Complete the “Typical Setup Steps.” Ensure that your Internetconnection and network are operating correctly through thewired connections.2. Remove the blue Ethernet cable between the base station andthe computer that you want to set up wirelessly. Leave themodem connected to the base station.3. Install a wireless adapter on the computer according to theinstructions in your adapter documentation. If it is a MIcrosoftadapter, run the Setup Wizard first.If none of your computers have Ethernet connections, you can setup the base station wirelessly from the beginning. You will install awireless adapter on the computer that was originally connected tothe modem, and configure the base station through this adapter.The modem must still connect to the base station throughEthernet, so if you had a USB modem connection, you must switchto the Ethernet connection for connecting to the base station.To configure the base station wirelessly from the beginning1. Before you start setup or disconnect your modem, get yourInternet settings. For instructions, see “Determining YourNetwork Settings” in Chapter 2. For most Internet connections,you will need your Internet host name. For static IP connections,you will need your MAC address and IP addresses; and forPPPoE connections, your user name, password, and servicename. You must enter these settings during setup.2. After recording your Internet settings, disconnect your modemfrom your computer. If your modem previously used a USB cable,replace the USB cable with an Ethernet cable by following theinstructions under “If You Have a Non-Ethernet Modem” in thischapter.3. On the computer that was connected to your broadband modem,follow the “Typical Setup Steps” in this chapter. Choose to set upthe base station.Because your modem has now been disconnected from yourcomputer, the Setup Wizard will alert you that it cannot detectyour Internet connection. Choose to proceed with setup. Later insetup, you will be able to enter the Internet settings you saved instep 1 of this procedure.Important Get your Internet connectionsettings before you disconnectyour computer from yourmodem.Important Setting up the base stationthrough a wireless adapter isnot recommended, becauseyour wireless and Internetsettings are vulnerable towireless eavesdropper duringsetup. If possible, set up thebase station through a wiredconnection and then switch toa wireless connection.
22 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s Guide4. In Step 2.1 of the “Typical Setup Steps,” when the Setup Wizarddirects you to connect your base station, connect the Ethernetcable from your modem to the To Modem port of the basestation, and connect AC power to the base station as instructed.Your modem is now connected to the base station. Do notconnect your computer to the base station.5. Continue to follow the Setup Wizard. During the wizard, choosethe type of wireless adapter you are going to install.6. When the Setup Wizard directs you to connect your adapter,connect a Microsoft Wireless USB Adapter or Microsoft WirelessNotebook Adapter to your computer as instructed in the adapterdocumentation.7. When you are prompted, enter the Internet settings yourecorded in step 1 of this procedure.Replacing Existing NetworksIf any of your computers are currently connected to a network, youcan remove the computers from the network and connect each ofthem to your Microsoft Wireless Base Station by following the“Typical Setup Steps” in this chapter.If your computers were disconnected from a base station, router,or gateway, the Setup Wizard will not be able to access yourInternet or network settings after the existing base station isremoved. Therefore, you should obtain your Internet settings beforedisconnecting the existing base station. For instructions, see“Determining Your Network Settings” in Chapter 2.For most Internet connections, you will need your Internet hostname. For static IP connections, you will need your MAC addressand IP addresses; and for PPPoE connections, your user name,password, and service name. You must enter these during setup toreestablish your Internet connection.Connecting Existing NetworksYou can connect several types of existing networks to the basestation, as explained in the sections that follow. If you areconnecting an existing network to the Microsoft Wireless BaseStation, disable any Internet connection sharing or firewallsoftware on the network before you start setting up the basestation. The base station replaces this software.If your existing network contains a router, gateway, or base station,the existing router may conflict with the Microsoft Wireless BaseStation. If you experience problems with your Internet connectionor with certain programs after adding the Microsoft base station toan existing wired or wireless router, you may need to disablenetwork address translation (NAT) on one of the routers. For moreinformation, see “Network Address Translation” in Chapter 6.ImportantIf you are replacing an existingnetwork, do not disconnectany devices on your existingnetwork until the Setup Wizarddirects you to connect yourbase station.Important You cannot configure the basestation through a non-Microsoft wireless adapter.Note You can leave your computers,modem, and base station onwhile you replace or addexisting networks.
Chapter 3: Setup 23Connecting Ethernet Networks to the Base StationIf your computers are networked directly together throughcrossover Ethernet cables or through direct parallel, serial, or USBconnections, disconnect them and use non-crossover Ethernetcables (including the provided blue cable) or wireless adapters toconnect each computer to the base station.To connect your existing Ethernet hub or switch to the basestation1. Choose one of the computers on the network to set up first, andfollow the “Typical Setup Steps” in this chapter.2. In Step 2.1 of the “Typical Setup Steps,” when the Setup Wizardprompts you to connect your base station, unplug your modemcable from the Ethernet hub or switch. Leave the cable pluggedin to the modem.3. Plug the modem cable into the To Modem port on the back ofthe base station.4. Plug one end of the blue Ethernet cable into the Ethernet portlabeled 1 on the back of the base station.5. Plug the other end of the cable into the Uplink port on your hub.An alternate connection method is to use a crossover Ethernetcable to connect the base station to an Ethernet port, rather thanthe Uplink port, on the hub.Connecting HomePNA or HomeRF NetworksYou can connect a HomePNA network to your Microsoft WirelessBase Station by using a HomePNA-to-Ethernet adapter. For moreinformation, see your HomePNA network documentation or contactthe manufacturer.Microsoft wireless components are not compatible with HomeRFtechnology. To access computers on an existing HomeRF network,disconnect the computers from the HomeRF network and connectthem to the Microsoft Wireless Base Station by using Ethernetadapters or Wi-Fi compatible wireless adapters.Connecting Existing Wireless NetworksYou can connect an existing Wi-Fi compatible wireless network toyour Microsoft Wireless Base Station. Ensure that the existing basestation and adapters use the same wireless network name,channel, and WEP key, if enabled, as your Microsoft Wireless BaseStation. If the routing function of the existing base station, router,or gateway conflicts with the router on the Microsoft Wireless BaseStation, you may need to disable network address translation (NAT)on one of the routers. For more information, see “Network AddressTranslation” in Chapter 6.Note You can leave your computers,modem, and base station onwhile you replace or addexisting networks.Note Some Uplink ports on hubshave directional switches.If your base station is notdetected after beingconnected to the Uplinkport of your hub, move thedirectional switch to theopposite position and try yourconnection again.
24 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideIf Your Computers Are on a DomainIf any of the computers that you want to network are alreadymembers of a domain—for example, if you have a laptop that is ona domain at work, and you want to connect it to your homewireless network—the Setup Wizard will detect this and skip thefile-sharing and printer-sharing sections of setup. You will not beable to share files and printers with other computers on thewireless network, but you will be able to access your computer’sdomain when you return to work.It is possible to switch to a workgroup after setup, to access fileson your wireless network. However, you will then have to switchback to the domain to access your work network. For moreinformation, see your Broadband Network Utility Help.Setting Up the Base Station on a Windows 2000ComputerYou cannot use the Setup Wizard to set up the base station on acomputer that is running Windows 2000. Your options are to•Use a different computer to set up the base station.•Use the Base Station Management Tool to set up the basestation. See Chapter 6 for instructions.•Set up a network by installing wireless adapters only. See youradapter documentation for instructions.Setting Up the Base Station on a Non-WindowsComputerYou will not be able to use the Setup Wizard to set up the basestation on a Macintosh or other computer that is not runningWindows. You can connect the base station to your broadbandmodem and to an Ethernet port on the computer as shown in the“Typical Setup Steps.” To configure the base station, you can usethe Base Station Management Tool. See Chapter 6 for instructions.Adding to Your NetworkThe base station can support over 200 simultaneous wired andwireless connections. You can add even more Ethernet devices byconnecting Ethernet hubs or switches to the base station. For moreinformation on connecting hubs or switches, see “ConnectingEthernet Networks to the Base Station” in this chapter.The following sections discuss adding wireless computers, wiredcomputers, and other devices to your network. If you are not surewhether to use a wired or a wireless connection for adding devicesto your network, see Chapter 2.
Chapter 3: Setup 25Adding Wireless Computers to Your NetworkTo connect wireless computers to your network, follow the steps inyour adapter documentation. The Microsoft Wireless Base Stationworks with Microsoft or non-Microsoft Wi-Fi compliant wirelessadapters.The base station will automatically detect a wireless computer,provided that the computer has the correct network settings. Theadapter must use the same wireless network name (SSID), wirelesschannel, and wireless security (WEP) key (if used) as the rest ofyour wireless network. To share files and printers, the computermust also use the same workgroup name as the other computerson the network.To determine your wireless network settings, refer to the BroadbandNetwork Utility. Enter these settings into your adapter’s setupprogram if necessary.Adding Ethernet Computers to Your NetworkA computer can be added to the base station through an Ethernetconnection if it has an IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet adapter cardsuch as the Microsoft Broadband Networking 10/100 Ethernet PCIAdapter, an available Ethernet port, and a straight-through Ethernetcable to connect the computer to the base station. You can connectup to four Ethernet computers to the base station, and you can addeven more Ethernet devices by connecting Ethernet hubs orswitches, such as a Microsoft Broadband Networking 10/100Ethernet 5-Port Switch. To connect Ethernet hubs or switches to thebase station, see “Connecting Ethernet Networks to the BaseStation” in this chapter.To connect an Ethernet computer to the base station, run the SetupWizard, choosing to add an adapter to the network and selectingyour type of Ethernet adapter. When Setup prompts you to do so,connect the Ethernet cable from your computer to one of thenumbered Ethernet ports on the back of the base station.Adding Non-Computer Devices to Your NetworkYou can connect non-computer devices, such as Microsoft XboxTMvideo game systems or wireless network print servers, to the basestation. A non-computer device can be added to the network if ithas an IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet adapter or an IEEE802.11b-compliant wireless network adapter.To connect an Ethernet device to the base station, run the SetupWizard, choosing to add an adapter to the network and selectingyour type of Ethernet adapter. When Setup prompts you to do so,connect the Ethernet cable from your device to one of thenumbered Ethernet ports on the back of the base station.Note To determine whether yourEthernet device needs astraight-through or crossoverEthernet cable to connect tothe base station, refer to thedocumentation for your device.
26 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideTo connect a wireless device to the base station, refer to thedocumentation for your device. You will need to configure thedevice to use your existing network’s wireless network name,channel, and WEP security key if set.If You Connected the Hardware FirstIf you connected the base station before installing the software,the Setup Wizard may not be able to access the Internet to copyconfiguration settings. It is recommended that you disconnect thebase station, reconnect your modem and computer in their originalconfiguration, ensure that your Internet connection is working, andthen rerun the Setup Wizard.If You Do Not Want to Use the Setup WizardIf you do not want to use the Setup Wizard to set up your basestation, you can enter your Internet settings and configure the basestation in the Base Station Management Tool. For moreinformation, see Chapter 6.
networking.Using Your NetworkAfter setting up your wireless network, you can perform commonnetworking tasks, such as making printers and files available toother computers, and playing multiplayer games.This chapter provides information about:•Logging on to your network.•Allowing access to an Internet connection.•Allowing access to files and folders.•Allowing access to printers.•Sharing other peripheral devices.•Reading e-mail messages on your network.•Playing games on your network and on the Internet.•Connecting to other wireless networks.Logging on to Your NetworkAfter starting your computer, you must always log on to yournetwork to access shared files, printers, and other resources.If you have Microsoft® Windows® 98, Microsoft Windows 98 SE, orMicrosoft Windows Millennium Edition, do not click Cancel duringthe logon process, even if you decide to leave your password blank.Type your user name, type your password (or leave it blank), andthen click OK.4Note The information in this chapterprovides general guidance forbasic networking tasks.Microsoft Windows Helpprovides more specific anddetailed instructions for theprocedures described in thissection. To open WindowsHelp, click Start, and thenclick Help (or Help andSupport in MicrosoftWindows XP).Do NotClick Cancel
28 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideIf you are already in the process of using Windows, and you haven’tyet logged on to your network, you can log off and then log back on.To log off and log back on to your network1. Click Start.2. Click Log Off. (Or, in Microsoft Windows 2000, click Shut Down,make sure “Log Off” appears in the drop-down box, and thenclick OK.)3. Log on to your network.After you log on to your network, you can perform certain networkfunctions, such as opening shared files from Windows Explorer.Allowing Access to an Internet ConnectionBefore you installed the Microsoft Broadband Networking WirelessBase Station, one of your computers was already connected to theInternet through a broadband connection. Now that you’veinstalled the base station, the other computers on your networkcan share that original Internet connection. You can now use any ofyour networked computers to access the Internet the way youusually do.Note that the rate that you are able to send and receive data overthe Internet is highly dependent on many factors. Adding anotheruser to your Internet connection typically reduces the speed ofdata transfer, but you are unlikely to notice the difference.To access the Internet from each computer on a network1. Make sure that you have a Web browser (such as MicrosoftInternet Explorer) installed on each computer that is connectedto your network.2. On any of the networked computers, open the Web browser.3. Search for the Web site you want, or enter the address in theAddress bar.Allowing Access to Files and FoldersThe information in this section provides general guidance for a fewbasic file-sharing tasks. For more detailed instructions andinformation about sharing files and folders, see Windows Help. Toaccess Windows Help, click Start, and then click Help (or Help andSupport in Windows XP).To make it easy to share files and folders, all of your networkedcomputers should be in the same workgroup. For moreinformation, look up “workgroup” in Windows Help.Sharing files and folders is a two-step process. You will need to:1. Make the files and folders available to the network.Note If you have MicrosoftWindows 2000 or MicrosoftWindows XP, you will need tohave sufficient privileges (orbe the network administrator)in order to share folders withothers. For more information,look up “administrator” inWindows Help.Important Before you proceed, pleasecheck with your Internetservice provider about itspolicy regarding Internetsharing.
Chapter 4: Networking 292. Use Windows (Network Neighborhood, My Network Places, orWindows Explorer) to access the shared files and folders.To make your files and folders available to the networkWhile setting up your broadband network, you may have chosen toshare all of your files and folders with the network. If you decidethat you only want to share some of your files and folders with thenetwork, you can use Microsoft Windows to specify which files andfolders to share.You can share an entire drive with the network, or you can sharespecific folders. Let’s say that you store photographs of yourchildren in a folder named “Kids” on your computer, and you wantto make the photographs available to your network. In this case,you would share the Kids folder, and not share the other folders onyour computer.Only the computer users on your network will have access to thefiles you share. At times, you may want to prevent users, such asyour children or your roommates, from accessing particular foldersand the files they contain. If you want to increase the security ofyour shared files, you can assign permissions and passwords toyour files and folders. For more information, look up “permission”and “access control” in Windows Help. (In Microsoft WindowsMillennium Edition, look up “controlling access.”)Although you can share files, printers, and other devices on yournetwork, you cannot share software products such as MicrosoftWord or Microsoft Excel. Each computer on the network must havethose programs installed, and then you can share the files that youcreate within those programs.For a computer’s files and folders to be available to the network,the computer must be turned on and logged into the network. Also,if the computer is turned on but in sleep mode, it will not beaccessible from the network. For more information, look up “poweroptions” in Windows XP Help, or “power management” in WindowsMe, Windows 2000, and Microsoft Windows 98 Help.To access and organize your filesWindows Explorer displays the hierarchical structure of files,folders, and drives on your computer. Using Windows Explorer, youcan copy, move, rename, and search for files and folders. Forexample, you can open a folder that contains a file that you want tocopy or move, and then drag the file to another folder or drive.To open Windows Explorer, click Start, point to All Programs (orPrograms, depending on your version of Windows), point toAccessories, and then click Windows Explorer. (In some versionsof Windows, you can skip the Accessories step.)For more information about using Windows Explorer, see WindowsHelp.
30 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideYou can use My Network Places (or Network Neighborhood, inWindows 2000 and Windows 98) to view and access all of theshared files and folders on your network.My Network Places presents a view of the network similar to theview of your computer presented by Windows Explorer. Use MyNetwork Places when you:•Want to see all the resources available on the network.•Already know where the resource that you want is located.•Want to copy files and folders from one network location toanother.To open My Network Places, click Start, and then click My NetworkPlaces.To open Network Neighborhood (in Windows 2000 andWindows 98), double-click Network Neighborhood on yourdesktop.To open a file stored on another computer on the networkIn order to complete this procedure, you must have on your localcomputer the type of program (such as Microsoft Word or MicrosoftExcel) that was used to create the type of file you’re trying to open.For example, if you want to open an .xls file, you must already haveMicrosoft Excel installed on the computer from which you’reopening the file.1. Open My Network Places or Network Neighborhood.2. Double-click the name of the computer that has the file that youwant to open.3. Locate the file that you want to open.4. Double-click the file.To copy a file from your computer to another place on thenetwork1. Open Windows Explorer, My Network Places, or NetworkNeighborhood. Your computer and the other computer to whichyou want to copy a file will appear in the same window.2. On your computer (which is often represented by drive letter C:),locate the file that you want to copy to another computer on thenetwork.3. Click to highlight the file.4. On the Edit menu, click Copy.
Chapter 4: Networking 315. Click the destination folder on the other computer (which isusually represented by a drive letter other than C:). You mayneed to scroll through the window to find the folder you want.6. On the Edit menu, click Paste.Allowing Access to PrintersUsing Windows, you can print documents on a printer that isattached to another computer on your network.The following procedures provide general guidance for a few basicprinter-sharing tasks. For complete instructions and informationabout sharing printers, see Windows Help.Note that there is a difference between a “network printer” and alocal printer that you share with your network. A network printer isconnected directly to a network, rather than being attached to aparticular computer. The type of printer that you are likely to usewith the Broadband Network Utility is a local printer that isattached to a specific computer and can be shared with the othercomputers on your network.Before you can use a printer that is attached to another computeron your network, you will need to do the following:•Make the printer available to the network (this is also known assharing a printer).•Install the printer drivers on each networked computer that willuse the shared printer.•Run the Add Printer Wizard on each computer that you want toprint from.The procedures for sharing a printer, installing drivers, and runningthe Add Printer Wizard differ depending on your version ofWindows. For more detailed instructions, look up “sharing printers”in Windows Help.To print to a shared printer that is attached to another computeron the network1. Open the document that you want to print, such as a documentin Microsoft Word).2. On the File menu, click Print.3. In the Print dialog box, select the shared printer from the list ofprinters.4. Click OK.For more detailed instructions, look up “printers” in Windows Help.Note Some printer drivers are notdesigned for sharing printers.For more information, see thedocumentation that came withyour printer.Note The computer that isconnected to the printer mustbe turned on in order for theother computers on thenetwork to use the printer.
32 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideAbout Sharing Other Peripheral DevicesIn addition to most printers, you can share storage devices—suchas hard drives, CD-ROM drives, and Zip drives—on your network.Storage devices that are not assigned a drive letter (such as tapedrives) cannot be shared. Tape backups of your computer must bedone from the computer that is attached to the tape drive.Scanners, Web cameras, and CD-ROM burners cannot be sharedwith other computers on your network.About Reading E-Mail Messages on a NetworkYou can access your e-mail messages from each networkedcomputer the same way that you would access your e-mailmessages without a network (assuming that you have an Internetconnection). Open your e-mail program, or, if you have a Web-based e-mail account, sign in to your account through your Webbrowser.Keep in mind the following: If you download e-mail messages fromyour e-mail account to one computer, those messages will not beaccessible from the other computers on your network. Likewise, ifyou share an account with another person, and he or shedownloads mail from the shared account to one computer on thenetwork, you will not see that mail when you access the accountfrom another computer.To illustrate this point, let’s say you share a postal mailbox at yourhome with your spouse. If you come home first and take the lettersout of the mailbox, they will no longer be inside the mailbox whenyour spouse comes home later and checks for mail.If you want your e-mail messages to remain available to all users ofyour network at any time, you should not download the messagesto one computer. (However, you should delete old messages fromyour e-mail account on a regular basis, so that you don’t exceedthe storage space given to you by your e-mail provider.)Playing Games on a Network and the InternetMany of the most popular games now have multiplayer capability,allowing two or more players to compete by using a local network.With network-enabled games, you can use your networkedcomputers to play games with friends and family members.Most games come with documentation that explains all you needto know to configure your network for multiplayer gaming. However,the following check list might help you prepare for playing gamesover the network:•If you have purchased a multiplayer game, be sure to install iton each computer on the network that will be used for playinggames.
Chapter 4: Networking 33•Make sure that the network protocols necessary to run thegames that you want are installed on each computer. For moreinformation, see the documentation that came with your games.•If you are playing a Web-based game, you may also be requiredto pay user fees or download game files to your computer. Besure to follow the directions provided on the game’s Web site.•If you experience problems connecting to a Web-based game,you may need to configure the base station to work with theports that your game uses. For more information, see “PortForwarding” in Chapter 6.For information about playing games on the Web, and for othergame-related information, see the following Web site:http://www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/.Connecting to Other Wireless NetworksMany places, such as offices, hotels, and airports, provide wirelessnetworks that you can access from a portable computer whileyou’re away from your own home or office.If your operating system is Windows XP and you have a MicrosoftBroadband Networking Wireless USB Adapter or MicrosoftBroadband Networking Wireless Notebook Adapter, you canconnect to other wireless networks, assuming that you have thenecessary permissions and passwords for those networks.If you do not have Windows XP, you can use the BroadbandNetwork Utility to connect to other wireless networks. For moreinformation, see “View and Change Network Settings” in Chapter 5.For example, if you are traveling and have brought your laptopcomputer for a flight (with the Microsoft Wireless NotebookAdapter), you can automatically switch to the airport’s wirelessnetwork.To connect to an available wireless network1. In the Windows notification area (the area on the taskbar to theright of the taskbar buttons), right-click the Wireless NetworkConnection icon, and then click View Available WirelessNetworks.2. In Connect to Wireless Network, under Available Networks,click the wireless network that you want to connect to.Note While connecting to anotherwireless network, you mayneed to switch between aworkgroup and a domain. Formore information about thistask, see “Switching BetweenWorkgroup and Domain” in theBroadband Network UtilityHelp.Wireless NetworkConnection Icon
34 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s Guide3. If wireless security (also known as Wired Equivalent Privacy, orWEP) is enabled on the network you are joining, type the key inthe Network Key field. (A network administrator, or the personwho set up the local-area network, should have the key that youneed for this field.)4. Click Connect.5. To configure additional wireless network connection settings, orif you are having difficulty making a connection to the wirelessnetwork that you selected, click Advanced, and then configurethe settings on the Wireless Networks tab.
monitor.The Broadband Network UtilityThe Broadband Network Utility is automatically installed on yourcomputer when you install the Setup software. Use it to check thestatus of your network or change network settings. The BroadbandNetwork Utility also shows the devices currently connected on yournetwork.This chapter describes how to:•View computer, network connection, and Internet connectionstatus.•View and change network settings.•Update network software, drivers, and firmware.•Secure your network.To open the Broadband Network Utility•Click Start, point to Programs, and then click BroadbandNetwork Utility.-or-•Double-click the Broadband Network Utility icon in thenotification area of your desktop.5Note The information displayedin the main window of theBroadband Network Utilitymay vary depending on yournetwork configuration.Your InternetConnection StatusYour Network StatusYour Computer StatusStatus of all computers anddevices in your workgroup
36 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideThe following sections describe how to interpret status informationabout your network and perform common tasks by using theBroadband Network Utility.If you requre more information on the status settings provided inthe Broadband Network Utility, see Broadband Network Utility Help.To open Broadband Network Utility Help1. Open the Broadband Network Utility.2. On the Help menu, click Microsoft Broadband Network UtilityHelp.View the Status of Your ComputerThis area of the Broadband Network Utility displays informationabout the computer that you are currently using. If there is aproblem with your computer, on the Help menu of the BroadbandNetwork Utility, click Microsoft Broadband Network Utility Help.In the left pane of the Help window, double-click Troubleshooting,and then click the topic that you want.View the Status of Your Network ConnectionThis area of the Broadband Network Utility displays informationabout your network, such as the workgroup name.You can also view information about the status of your networkconnection by resting the pointer on the Broadband NetworkUtility icon in the Windows notification area of your taskbaror tray.View the Status of Your Internet ConnectionThis area of the Broadband Network Utility indicates whether youare currently connected to the Internet.View the Status of Other Network DevicesThis area of the Broadband Network Utility displays informationabout all the computers in your workgroup and other devicesconnected to your network.To refresh the network device list•Right-click the icon for the active devices in the network devicelist, and then click Refresh list.To remove an inactive device from the network device list•Right-click the dimmed icon for the device, and then clickRemove device.Note If you set up an ad hocnetwork, Network ConnectionStatus will not be displayed inthe Broadband Network Utility.
Chapter 5: Monitor 37View and Change Network SettingsYou can view network settings from the Broadband Network Utility.On computers running Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you must belogged in as an administrator to change network settings.To view network settings•On the Tools menu, click Computer Settings.There are three types of settings that you can view and changefrom the Computer Settings dialog box:•Adapter settings. These are the settings that you see when youfirst open the Computer Settings dialog box. On the Adaptertab, you can change the adapter that you are currently using.You can also view the IP address for your computer and localnetwork and the default gateway IP address.•Wireless settings. On the Wireless tab, you can view or changethe network name (SSID), wireless channel, and data rate. Youcan also change these settings from the Base StationManagement Tool. To learn more about these settings, see“Wireless Settings” in Chapter 6.•Encryption settings. On the Encryption tab, you can turnwireless security (WEP) on or off, change the encryptionstrength, and create or change your WEP keys. You can alsochange these settings from the Base Station Management Tool.To learn more about these settings, see “Wireless Security(WEP)” in Chapter 6.Update Software, Drivers, and FirmwareOccasionally, Microsoft may provide upgrades to the BroadbandNetwork Utility software, network drivers, or firmware on theMicrosoft Broadband Networking Web site. When an upgrade isavailable, you will automatically be notified. After you log on to anetworked computer, a message will appear in the notification areaof your desktop with a link to the Microsoft Broadband NetworkingWeb site.You can also check for upgrades on the Web site from theBroadband Network Utility.To upgrade network software, drivers, or firmware1. Open the Broadband Network Utility.2. On the Help menu, click Update.3. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Broadband NetworkingWeb site to download the most current software, drivers, orfirmware.
38 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideSecure Your NetworkThis section provides some general information about how toprotect your network from security threats.The single most important step that you can take to secure yournetwork is to install the Microsoft Broadband Networking WirelessBase Station. The base station provides an important security layerbetween your network computers and the Internet. However, evenwith the base station installed, your wireless network is stillvulnerable to viruses and eavesdropping. To minimize risks to yournetwork security, follow these suggestions:•Enable wireless security (WEP) when you run the Setup Wizard.•Install an antivirus software program and do not open unknowne-mail attachments.•Create strong passwords.Some security mechanisms, such as network address translation(NAT) and firewall settings, are activated on the Microsoft WirelessBase Station by default. You can customize these security settingsfrom the Base Station Management Tool. For information aboutthe Base Station Management Tool, see Chapter 6.Protect Your Network from HackersThe Microsoft Wireless Base Station provides a firewall and NAT tosecure your system from hacker attacks.A firewall is a barrier that helps protect your network from outsideintruders. Like an actual firewall built to prevent fire fromspreading between adjoining buildings, computer firewalls helpprevent the spread of unauthorized communication between anindividual computer or group of networked computers and theInternet.The firewall specifies what information can be communicated fromthe computers on your network to the Internet, and from theInternet to the computers on your network. You may discover,however, that you may not be able to transmit data from someprograms across the firewall. If this is the case, you can use theBase Station Management Tool to configure the base station totransmit the data that you require.Network address translation hides the IP addresses of thecomputers on a network from the Internet so that only the basestation’s IP address is visible. Hiding network IP addressesprovides another layer of protection against hackers trying toaccess the computers on your network.For more information about NAT and firewall settings, see“Security Settings” in Chapter 6.
Chapter 5: Monitor 39Protect Your Network from Computer VirusesSetting up a network by using the Broadband Networking WirelessBase Station and adapters cannot protect against viruses.To avoid having a problem with viruses on your network, followthese suggestions:•Install an antivirus program on each computer on your networkand use it regularly to check your computers for viruses.Remember to update the antivirus program on a regular basis.•Learn the common signs of viruses: unusual messages thatappear on your screen, decreased system performance, missingdata, and inability to access your hard drive. If you notice any ofthese problems on your computer, run your antivirus programimmediately to minimize the chances of losing data.•Educate yourself about how viruses are commonly spread sothat you do not spread one yourself:•Do not load a program from an untrusted source onto one ofyour network computers.•Never open attachments to e-mail messages that you are notexpecting.•Use your antivirus software to scan all floppy disks beforecopying or opening files from them, or before starting yourcomputer from them.Protect Your Network from Unauthorized AccessBecause wireless networks use radio signals, it is possible forother wireless network devices outside your immediate area to pickup the signals and either connect to your network or capture thenetwork traffic. To help prevent unauthorized connections or thepossibility of eavesdroppers listening in on your network traffic, dothe following:•Position your base station away from windows and toward thecenter of your home. This decreases the strength of the signaloutside your home.•Enable 128-bit wireless security (WEP) on your network whenyou run the Setup Wizard. Encryption scrambles the data sothat it is decipherable only with the information necessary todecrypt it. If you did not enable wireless security when you ranthe Setup Wizard, you can do so from the Broadband NetworkUtility or from the Base Station Management Tool. For moreinformation, see “Wireless Security (WEP)” of Chapter 6.•Use media access control (MAC) filtering. You can use MACfiltering to grant or deny users the ability to connect to yournetwork based on the MAC addresses of the adapters they areusing. For information about MAC filtering, see “MAC Filtering”in Chapter 6.
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6configure.Customizing the Base StationThe Base Station Management Tool is a Web-based utility that youcan use to manage network settings and customize securityoptions on the Microsoft® Broadband Networking Wireless BaseStation.You can select many base station settings when you run the SetupWizard. However, if you want to change a setting, such as yourbase station password, or if you have special network requirements(for example, if you want to establish a Web server on yournetwork), you can use the Base Station Management Tool toconfigure the necessary settings.If you do not run the Setup Wizard when you set up your network,you must use the Base Station Management Tool to configure yournetwork settings.This chapter explains how to perform the following tasks:•Open the Base Station Management Tool and view the currentconfiguration of your base station.•Configure the base station with the settings provided by yourInternet service provider (ISP) so that your networkedcomputers can connect to the Internet.•Manage network time settings, base station password, andfirmware upgrades.•Create a backup file of the base station settings.•Change the wireless channel and wireless network name (alsoknown as Service Set Identifier, or SSID) for your network.•Customize security features, such as firewall settings, mediaaccess control (MAC) filtering, and wireless security (also knownas Wired Equivalent Privacy, or WEP) settings.•Change the base station configuration from routing mode tobridging mode.•Limit access to the Internet or to particular applications on oneor more of your networked computers by setting up clientfiltering.•Set up the network to allow unrestricted access to the Internetfrom one computer by establishing a virtual demilitarized zone(DMZ).•Configure port forwarding to run applications with specialnetwork requirements.
42 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideOpening the Base Station Management ToolYou can open the Base Station Management Tool from theMicrosoft Broadband Network Utility or open it directly from a Webbrowser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later, or NetscapeNavigator 4.7 or later. To use the Base Station Management Tool,you must have a Java-enabled browser installed on your computer.To open the Base Station Management Tool1. In the Broadband Network Utility, on the Tools menu, click BaseStation Management Tool.-or-Open your Web browser, and then type the IP address of thebase station in the address field. By default, this address ishttp://192.168.2.1. However, you can change this address inthe Base Station Management Tool.2. To log on, type the base station password that you created whenyou ran the Setup Wizard. The base station password is casesensitive. If you did not run the Setup Wizard, use the defaultbase station password of admin.If you do not remember the base station password that you setwhen you ran the Setup Wizard, you will need to restore the factorydefault settings on the base station and use the default basestation password of admin. When you restore the original settings,you lose your ISP settings and must reconfigure these settingsfrom the Wide Area Network page in the Base StationManagement Tool.For information about restoring factory default settings by usingthe Reset button on the base station, see “Resetting the BaseStation” in Chapter 1.Logging OffIt is important to log off the Base Station Management Tool afteryou have finished using it. Logging off protects the configuration ofyour base station so that unauthorized users cannot access andchange your settings. Logging off also ensures that you can openthe Base Station Management Tool from another computer if youneed to. The Base Station Management Tool cannot be openedsimultaneously on two different networked computers.To log off the Base Station Management Tool, on any page of theBase Station Management Tool, click Log Off.Navigating the Base Station Management ToolAfter you log on, the Home page of the Base Station ManagementTool opens. You can use the menu in the left pane to navigate tothe other pages of the Base Station Management Tool.
Chapter 6: Configure 43The following table lists the menu items in the Base StationManagement Tool and the tasks that you can perform on each page.Menu item TasksHome View current network settings and activity.Management Reset the base station, back up and restore base stationsettings, upgrade firmware, establish time settings, andchange the base station password. For moreinformation, see “Management Settings” in this chapter.Local Area Network Enable the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)server on your base station and set the IP address rangeand lease time. For more information, see “Local NetworkSettings” in this chapter.Wide Area Network Specify and configure the type of Internet connectionthat your base station uses. For more information, see“Wide Area Network Settings” in this chapter.Wireless Set up or modify the connection between your basestation and the wireless computers on your network. Formore information, see “Wireless Settings” in this chapter.
44 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuidecontinuedMenu item TasksSecurity Configure a variety of specialized security functions,including:•Firewall•Wireless security (WEP)•Port forwarding, including virtual servers and specialapplications•Client filtering•MAC filteringYou can also view the base station log from the Security section.For more information, see “Security Settings” in this chapter.If you need help at any time, click the Help button available oneach page of the Base Station Management Tool.Configuring the Base StationTypically, when you run the Setup Wizard, you establish the settingsrequired for your base station to connect to the Internet. If youcompleted the Setup Wizard, you only need to use the Base StationManagement Tool when you want to modify your network settings.You must use the Base Station Management Tool to establish theinitial settings if any of the following are true:•You did not run the Setup Wizard when you connected yournetwork hardware and installed the network software.•You are trying to configure the base station from a computerrunning Microsoft Windows® 2000 or from a computer notrunning Windows (for example, a Macintosh).•You want to set the base station to bridging mode to extend thecapabilities of an existing network.If any of these situations apply to you, you must initially configurethe base station from the Base Station Management Tool.To configure the base station from the Base StationManagement Tool1. Connect the base station to a computer. For information abouthow to do this, see Chapter 3.2. Configure the TCP/IP properties of each computer that you wantto connect to your network. For information about how to dothis, see “Configuring Network Computers” in this chapter.3. On the computer connected to the base station, open your Webbrowser, and then type 192.168.2.1 in the address field.4. In the logon box, type your password. The default password isadmin.
Chapter 6: Configure 455. On the Management menu, click Change Password, and thencreate a new base station password.6. Click Wide Area Network. On the Wide Area Network page,select the type of Internet connection you have, and then enterthe settings provided by your ISP. If you do not know the type ofInternet connection you have, contact your ISP for assistance.7. On the Security menu, click Wireless Security, and then createyour wireless security settings. For information about wirelesssecurity settings, see “Wireless Security (WEP)” in this chapter.8. Turn on your broadband modem, and then check the status ofthe Broadband Connection on the Home page of the BaseStation Management Tool. If the status is Disconnected, clickRenew or Connect. If the status is still Disconnected, confirmthe ISP settings with your ISP, and then try to configure the basestation again.Configuring Network ComputersWhen you manually configure the base station, you must configurethe TCP/IP properties of each computer that you connect to yournetwork.Before you configure the TCP/IP properties for each computer, youshould establish the computer name and the workgroup name oneach computer. Each computer name must be unique, while theworkgroup name should be the same for all computers in theworkgroup.The procedure for establishing the computer and workgroup nameson a computer varies depending on which version of Windows youare using. For information about how to establish these names,consult Windows Help or Broadband Network Utility Help.To configure the TCP/IP properties of a computer runningWindows 98, Windows 2000, or Windows Me1. Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.2. Double-click the Network icon.3. In the Configuration dialog box, select the TCP/IP protocol linethat is associated with your network adapter.4. Click the Properties button, click the IP Address tab, and thenselect Obtain an IP address automatically.5. Click the Gateway tab and make sure that all fields are empty,and then click OK. When the Network Properties dialog boxappears, click OK again.6. If you are prompted to supply the original Windows installationfiles, insert your Windows CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive, andthen browse to the location of your CD-ROM drive.7. When you are prompted to restart your computer, click OK.
46 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideTo configure the TCP/IP properties of a computer runningWindows XP1. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then double-click NetworkConnections.2. Double-click the icon for the connection you want to configure,and then in the Connection Status dialog box, click Properties.3. On the General tab, under This connection uses the followingitems, click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then clickProperties.4. Click Obtain IP address automatically, and then click ObtainDNS server address automatically.5. Click OK to close the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, and thenclick OK to close the Connection Properties dialog box.Using the Base Station As a BridgeIf you already have a functioning network in your home or office,you can use the base station to expand network connectivity, forexample, by adding wireless functionality to a wired network. Thisis called bridging because the base station acts as a bridgebetween two networks or segments of a network.Before you change the base station to bridging mode, make surethat the following conditions are true:•A device on your network, such as your modem, is providingrouter capabilities, or a device on your network is providing aNetwork Address Translation (NAT) service.•There is an existing DHCP server on your network.•All devices on your network use static (fixed) IP addresses.To configure the base station as a bridge1. Connect the base station to a computer on your network. Forinformation about how to do this, see Chapter 3.2. On the computer connected to the base station, open your Webbrowser, and then type 192.168.2.1 in the address field.3. At the logon prompt, type your password. The default passwordis admin.4. On the Management menu, click Change Password, and thencreate a new base station password.5. On the Security menu, click Wireless Settings, and then createyour wireless security settings. For information about wirelesssecurity settings, see “Wireless Security (WEP)” in this chapter.6. On the Security menu, click Network Mode.CautionWhen you configure the basestation as a bridge, the BaseStation Management Tool isno longer available.
Chapter 6: Configure 477. Select the Bridging Mode check box, and then click Yes toconfirm your selection. When you switch from routing mode tobridging mode, the base station resets. While the reset is inprogress, the power light on the base station blinks and thenturns orange. When the light is solid green, the reset iscomplete.8. After the reset is complete, turn off the computer and the basestation. Remove the cable from the base station Ethernet portand insert it into the To Modem port. Leave the other end of thecable connected to the Ethernet port of the computer.9. Turn on the base station and restart your computer.Home PageYou can view current base station and Internet connection settingsfrom the Home page of the Base Station Management Tool. Thefollowing sections describe these settings.Wide Area NetworkThe wide area network settings provide a summary of the Internetsettings provided by your ISP. The settings that appear will varydepending on whether your ISP account provides a static (fixed) IPaddress, a dynamic Internet connection, or a Point-to-PointProtocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) connection. If your Internetconnection is disabled, the WAN settings will be unavailable.The following table describes the WAN settings and how to modifythem.Setting Description NotesBroadband Appears as If the Base Station Management Toolconnection Connecting, shows that your broadband connection isConnected, disconnected when you expect it to beDisconnecting, or connected, try clicking Release and thenDisconnected.Renew to change the base station IPaddress. If you have a PPPoE connection,try clicking Disconnect and thenConnect. You can also try resetting thebase station and your broadbandmodem. If you complete these steps andthe Broadband Connection is stilldisconnected, contact your ISP forassistance.WAN IP Shows the IP This is the external (public) IP addressaddress address provided that connects your network to theby your ISP. Internet.If your ISP provides you an IP addressdynamically (by using a DHCP server),this address may change periodically. Youcan click the Release button and then theRenew button to get a new IP address.
48 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuidecontinuedcontinuedcontinuedSetting Description NotesReleasing your IP address is a good ideaif you are having trouble accessing theInternet and you have determined thatthe computer is not the source of theproblem. If renewing the IP address doesnot resolve the problem, contact your ISPfor assistance.Subnet mask Your ISP If you are using a static Internetestablishes the connection, you can change the subnetWAN subnet mask. mask for your wide area network, but youshould use the subnet mask provided byyour ISP. The subnet mask does notappear when you are using a PPPoEInternet connection.Default The IP address that The gateway setting is automaticallygateway the base station generated when you have a dynamic oruses to send data PPPoE connection. If you have a staticfrom your network (fixed) IP address, your ISP shouldto the Internet. provide the gateway setting, and you canenter the setting on the Wide AreaNetwork page of the Base StationManagement Tool. If you have a dynamicconnection and your Gateway setting isblank, you should click Release and thenRenew.Primary Your ISP provides In some cases, these settings may beDomain Name the DNS automatically filled in. Otherwise, youSystem (DNS) addresses. can enter them on the Wide Areaand Secondary Network page of the Base StationDNS Management Tool.Local Area NetworkThe Local Area Network settings relate to your local network—thatis, how the base station is configured in relation to the devices onyour network.The following table describes the LAN settings and how to modifythem.Setting Description NotesLocal IP address The default IP You can change the local IP addressaddress of your base on the Local Area Network page ofstation is the Base Station Management192.168.2.1. Tool, but this is not recommended.Subnet mask The subnet mask for You cannot change the subnet maskyour local network is of your LAN.255.255.255.0.
Chapter 6: Configure 49continuedcontinuedcontinuedSetting Description NotesDHCP server Appears as Enabled You can change this setting on theor Disabled. Local Area Network page of theBase Station Management Tool.Firewall Appears as Enabled You can change this setting in theor Disabled. Security section of the Base StationManagement Tool.DHCP Client ListWhen a DHCP server is enabled on a network, each device (alsocalled a client, which can be a desktop computer, notebookcomputer, or another connected device) leases an IP address for aspecified period of time. The DHCP client list shows all the clientsthat have an active lease on an IP address and the IP address andMAC address of each client. The list includes any device with anactive lease, even if that device is no longer actively connected tothe network. A client is removed from the DHCP client list when itslease has expired. The network can support up to 253 clients atone time.You can specify the IP address lease time from the Local AreaNetwork page of the Base Station Management Tool. Forinformation about how to do this, see “Local Network Settings” inthis chapter.The DHCP client list is relevant to your network only if you have theDHCP server enabled on the base station. For information abouthow to enable or disable the DHCP server, see “DHCP Server” inthis chapter.Base Station InformationYou can view current network status in the Base StationManagement Tool, under Network Information. The following tabledescribes this network information.Setting Description NotesRuntime code These settings show When you check for firmwareversion and the version numbers upgrades at www.microsoft.com/Boot code of your firmware. broadbandnetworking, you shouldversion download the version on the Web onlyif it is later than this version.LAN MAC This is the MAC For information about MACaddress address of the base addresses, see “MAC Addresses”station. in this chapter.MAC address This is the MAC For information about MACaddress that your ISP addresses, see “MAC Addresses”sees. in this chapter.
50 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuidecontinuedcontinuedcontinuedSetting Description NotesSerial number This is the serial If you need to call Product Supportnumber of your base Services for assistance, you maystation. need to provide the serial number.Management SettingsWhen you want to change the settings related to the managementof your base station (for example, resetting the base station,backing up or restoring settings, establishing time settings, orchanging the password), use the Management menu in the BaseStation Management Tool. The following sections describe how toperform management-related tasks.Reset the Base StationYou can reset the base station when you experience any of thefollowing problems:•You have DHCP enabled on the base station, but the basestation is not assigning IP addresses.•The computers on the network are no longer able to connect tothe Internet.•The base station is not performing as expected.When you reset the base station, you are forcing it to reinitializeand restart all of its functions. The base station settings will notchange when you reset the base station.To reset the base station1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Reset.3. On the Reset Base Station page, click Reset. While the reset isin progress, the power light on the base station blinks and thenturns orange. When the light is solid green, the reset iscomplete.If you want to open the Base Station Management Tool after thereset is complete, type your base station password on the Logonpage. Do not attempt to log on until the reset is complete and thepower light on the base station is solid green.Restore Factory Default SettingsYou can restore the base station to its factory default settings ifabsolutely necessary. When you restore factory default settings,you clear any special base station configurations that you haveestablished. You will need to reconfigure your base station settingsor restore these settings from a backup file.Note You can also reset the basestation by using the resetbutton on the physical device.For information about how toperform a hardware reset, seeChapter 1.
Chapter 6: Configure 51You should restore the original factory default settings only underthe following circumstances:•You are experiencing serious problems with your base station,and resetting the base station does not fix the problem.•You cannot remember your base station password.If you cannot remember your base station password, you will notbe able to open the Base Station Management Tool. In thissituation, you must restore the factory default settings from thebase station, and then use the default password admin to log onto the Base Station Management Tool.To restore factory default settings1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Back Up and Restore.3. Under Restore Factory Default Settings, click Restore FactoryDefault Settings. While the original factory default settings arebeing restored, the power light on the base station blinks andthen turns orange. When the light is solid green, the settingshave been restored.If you want to open the Base Station Management Tool after thesettings are restored, type admin as the password on the Logonpage. Do not try to log on to the base station until the settings arerestored and the base station power light is solid green.After you restore the factory default settings, you should navigateto each page of the Base Station Management Tool andreestablish the network settings you need, or restore the basestation settings by using a backup file. For information aboutcreating a backup file of your settings, see the following section.Be sure to establish your unique base station password as soon aspossible after restoring the factory default settings to preventunauthorized users from logging on. For information aboutchanging the base station password, see “Change the Base StationPassword” in this chapter.Back Up Base Station SettingsYou can create a backup file of all your base station settings fromthe Base Station Management Tool. The backup file can includesettings that you established when you completed the SetupWizard and the settings that you modified from the Base StationManagement Tool.It is a good idea to create a backup file after you have the basestation set up and operating normally. If for some reason the basestation malfunctions, you can restore the factory default settings tothe base station, and then use the backup file to reconfigure yourbase station and resume normal operations.
52 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideIt is recommended that you back up settings whenever you changesettings, such as your base station password.To back up base station settings1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Back Up and Restore.3. Click Back Up Settings.4. If you receive a message asking you whether to open or savethe file, click Save.5. Type a name for the file that contains your base station settings(or use the default name Config.bin), browse to the folder ordisk where you want to save the file, and then click Save.Restore Base Station Settings from a BackupIf you have created a backup file of your base station settings, youcan restore settings from the backup file at any time. Thiscapability is particularly useful if the base station malfunctions andyou must restore the factory default settings. Instead of manuallyreconfiguring each of your network settings from the Base StationManagement Tool, you can restore all of your saved settings fromthe backup file.To restore base station settings from a backup file1. On the computer where you saved the backup file of your basestation settings, open the Base Station Management Tool.2. Type the current base station password. If you have justrestored the factory default settings to the base station, thepassword will be admin.3. On the Management menu, click Back Up and Restore.4. Under Restore Base Station Settings from a Backup, type thepath and name of the backup settings file, or click Browse tosearch for the file that contains your network settings.5. Click Restore Settings. While the settings are being restored,the power light on the base station blinks and then turnsorange. When the light is solid green, the settings have beenrestored.If you want to open the Base Station Management Tool after thesettings are restored, type your base station password on theLogon page. Do not attempt to log on until the settings arerestored and the power light on the base station is solid green.
Chapter 6: Configure 53Upgrade Base Station FirmwareFirmware is the term used to describe the programs stored in theflash memory of hardware devices such as the BroadbandNetworking Wireless Base Station. The firmware defines thefunctionality of your base station. Occasionally, Microsoft mayprovide upgrades to the firmware to improve the performance ofyour base station. You can upgrade the firmware from the BaseStation Management Tool.You can perform a firmware upgrade from any of your networkcomputers, but it is recommended that you use a computer with awired (Ethernet) connection to the base station.During an upgrade, all users connected to the network will losenetwork functionality.To upgrade the base station firmware1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Firmware Upgrade.3. Follow the directions on the screen to upgrade your firmware.While the firmware is being programmed into your base station,the power light on the base station blinks and then turnsorange. When the light is solid green, the update is complete. Ifthe upgrade fails, the power light will continue to blink slowlyuntil you successfully upgrade the firmware. In this situation,you can try to upgrade the firmware again, or you can reset thebase station.If you want to open the Base Station Management Tool after asuccessful firmware update, type your base station password onthe Logon page. Do not attempt to log on until the firmwareupgrade is complete and the power light on the base station issolid green.Certain programs do not allow pop-up windows from Web browsers.If you have one of these programs installed on your computer, youmay experience problems when you click the Microsoft BroadbandNetworking Web site link on the Upgrade Firmware page. If youdo experience problems, you can open the Microsoft BroadbandNetworking site by typinghttp://www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/in the address field of your Web browser and browsing to theupdate page, or by turning off the software that prevents pop-upwindows.For information about how to upgrade network software anddrivers from the Broadband Network Utility, see BroadbandNetwork Utility Help.
54 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideEstablish Base Station Time ZoneThe base station uses the date and time for client filtering and totime stamp entries to the base station log.The base station system clock is set to the Pacific time zone bydefault. You can change the base station time zone from the BaseStation Management Tool.To change the base station time zone1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Set Time.3. Under Base Station Time Zone, in the drop-down list box, clickthe time zone you want.4. Select the Adjust automatically for daylight saving time checkbox if you want the base station to adjust for daylight-savingtime.5. If you selected the Adjust automatically for daylight savingtime check box, type the date that you want daylight-saving timeto start and the date that you want daylight-saving time to end.You must update these dates each year to correspond withdaylight-saving time.6. Click Update Time Settings to ensure that the changes that youmade are saved.Synchronize Time to Internet Time ServerThe base station automatically attempts to synchronize with one ofa set of Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) servers when it isconnected to the Internet. If you want to synchronize the basestation to a specific SNTP server, you can do so from the BaseStation Management Tool. Before you can set the SNTP server, youmust identify the IP address for the server that you want to use.To locate an SNTP server1. Open your Web browser, and go to your favorite search engine(for example, http://www.msn.com).2. Type Time synchronization on the Internet as a search term.3. Review the search results, and browse to the SNTP server sitethat you want to use.4. Write down the IP address for the SNTP server that you haveaccessed.To synchronize the base station with an SNTP server1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.
Chapter 6: Configure 552. On the Management menu, click Time Settings.3. Under Synchronize Time to Internet Time Server, type the IPaddress for the specific SNTP server that you want to use, andthen click Add.4. Repeat step 3 for any additional backup SNTP servers that youwant to specify.Change the Base Station PasswordAccess to the Base Station Management Tool is passwordprotected so that only users who know the base station passwordcan change your network configuration. If you ran the SetupWizard, you were prompted to establish a password. This is yourbase station password. If you did not run the Setup Wizard, yourdefault password is admin. You can change the base stationpassword from the Base Station Management Tool.It is a good idea to change your password every two to threemonths, or more frequently if you are concerned that anunauthorized person has administrative access to the basestation.If at any point you restore the factory default settings for the basestation, the default password admin is also restored. You can usethis password to access the base station, and then create a newpassword at the earliest opportunity.When you change your base station password, be sure to updateyour backup file.To change the base station password1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickManagement.2. On the Management menu, click Change Password.3. In the Current password box, type your current password4. In the New password box, type in a new password. The basestation password can contain 3–16 alphanumeric charactersand is case sensitive.5. In the Retype new password box, retype the new password. Donot use the Copy and Paste commands to add the newpassword to the Retype new password box. If you did not typeyour password correctly in the New Password box, you will notknow what your password is when you paste it into the Retypenew password box.6. If you want, in the Log out inactive user in box, type a timeinterval. After the specified time interval elapses withoutactivity, you will need to log on to the Base Station ManagementTool again in order to view or change settings.7. To save the new password, click Apply.
56 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideBe sure to store your password in a safe place. If you forget ormisplace your password and cannot log on to the Base StationManagement Tool, you can restore the base station to the factorydefault settings from the physical device, and then use the defaultpassword admin to open the Base Station Management Tool. Formore information about restoring factory default settings on thebase station, see “Resetting the Base Station” in Chapter 1.Local Area Network SettingsYou can configure settings for your local network on the Local AreaNetwork page of the Base Station Management Tool. Thisconfiguration includes the following:•Changing the IP address of your base station and viewing thesubnet mask assigned to your local network.•Enabling or disabling a DHCP server on the base station.•Setting the IP address range and lease time for the DHCPserver.•Entering the local domain name for the DHCP server ifnecessary.Before you configure your local network, take some time to learnabout the options available. The following sections describe eachof the local area network settings.IP Address and Subnet MaskThe default IP address of your local network is 192.168.2.1. Thisaddress is reserved for private local networks; it is not visible tothe Internet.You do not need to change the IP address unless you have aspecific reason to do so—for example, if your modem IP addressoverlaps with the base station IP address. If you want to changethe IP address of your base station, be sure to change it to anothernonroutable (private) IP address.The IP addresses assigned to the computers on your local networkby the DHCP server are derived from the base station IP address. Ifyou change the base station IP address, the DHCP IP addressrange will also change.The subnet mask for your local network is 255.255.255.0. Youcannot change the subnet mask assigned to your local network.To modify the base station IP address1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click LocalArea Network.2. Type a new IP address for the base station.3. To save the changes, click Apply.Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, thesettings on the Local AreaNetwork page in the BaseStation Management Tool willbe unavailable.
Chapter 6: Configure 57DHCP ServerThe base station DHCP server allocates IP addresses to thecomputers on your local network from a specific range of IPaddresses. Each time a computer on your network requests an IPaddress, it receives one within the specified IP address range.Typically, the DHCP server will assign the same IP address to aclient computer each time the client logs on to the network.The base station provides a default IP address range for the DHCPserver to use. If you want, you can select a specified IP addressrange when you enable the DHCP server.To enable the DHCP server on the base station1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click LocalArea Network.2. If it is not already selected, select the Enabled check box toenable the DHCP server on the base station.3. If you do not want to use the IP address pool specified by theDHCP server, type a starting IP address and an ending IPaddress for the pool. Do not include the base station IP addressin the IP address pool. For example, if you are using the defaultbase station IP address (192.168.2.1), the address range mustbe between 192.168.2.2 and 192.168.2.254.4. Select a lease time for the assigned IP addresses. The defaulttime is two hours.5. Type a local domain name if your ISP provided one for you.6. To save your changes, click Apply.Wide Area Network SettingsThe WAN settings on your network depend on your ISP account.ISPs provide broadband customers with one of three differenttypes of Internet connections:•Dynamic•Static•PPPoEThe Setup Wizard helps you configure your Internet connection. Ifyou did not run the Setup Wizard, the Broadband NetworkingWireless Base Station selects a dynamic connection by default. Ifyou have a static Internet connection or a PPPoE connection, youcan change the WAN setting from the Wide Area Network page ofthe Base Station Management Tool.You also have the option to disable your network Internetconnection, if necessary. The following sections describe each typeof Internet connection and how to configure your base station forthat option.
58 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideDynamic Internet ConnectionIf your ISP provides a DHCP server, you should select a dynamicInternet connection for the WAN. This connection enables your ISPto assign the IP address to your base station dynamically based onthe IP addresses available in the ISP’s subnet.When you select a dynamic Internet connection, you may berequired to enter the host name and the DNS addresses, if your ISPprovided this information.To establish a dynamic Internet connection1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click WideArea Network.2. Under Internet Connection Type, click Dynamic.3. Specify a host name if your ISP provided one to you.4. Specify a MAC address, and click Clone MAC Address, ifnecessary. For information about this option, see the followingsection.5. Specify the DNS primary and secondary addresses, if your ISPprovided you with this information and it has not been obtainedautomatically.6. To save the WAN settings, click Connect.MAC AddressesA MAC address is a unique numerical identifier for a hardwaredevice, such as a base station or adapter. Your base station hastwo MAC addresses, one for the local area network and one for thewide area network. Each network adapter that you use also has aMAC address that is assigned at the time of manufacture andprinted on the label.Some ISPs record the MAC address of the adapter that you usewhen you first connect to the Internet. Depending on your ISPaccount, you may experience problems if you later use the basestation’s default MAC address to connect to the Internet.One way to avoid this problem is to clone the MAC address of theadapter installed in the computer where you initially connected tothe Internet. When you clone the adapter MAC address, it replacesthe base station WAN MAC address, so each device on the network,including the base station, appears to have that MAC address.To clone a MAC address1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click WideArea Network.
Chapter 6: Configure 592. In the MAC address box, type the MAC address of the adapterinstalled in the computer that is connected to your base station.The MAC address appears on the label on the underside of youradapter.3. Click Clone MAC address.It is a good idea to record the MAC address of the adapter that youclone, so that if you lose your settings or no longer have theadapter, you do not lose your ability to connect to the Internet.Static Internet ConnectionIf your ISP account provides a static (fixed) IP address, you shouldconfigure the WAN settings on your base station for a staticInternet connection.To establish a static Internet connection1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click WideArea Network.2. Under Internet Connection Type, click Static.3. Under Static Connection, type the information provided by yourISP, including the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway IPaddress, and DNS addresses (if provided).4. To save the WAN settings, click Apply.PPPoE Internet ConnectionIf your ISP uses a PPPoE connection, you should configure the WANsettings on your base station for a PPPoE connection.A PPPoE Internet connection functions like a dial-up connection inthat your user name and password are passed to the ISP forauthentication to establish an Internet connection. This interactionhappens automatically when the base station is turned on.Unlike a dial-up connection, a PPPoE Internet connection ispersistent unless any of the following occurs: you disable theconnection; the base station is turned off or loses power; or youspecify a maximum idle time, and this time elapses.To establish a PPPoE Internet connection1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click WideArea Network.2. Under Internet Connection Type, click PPPoE.3. Under Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), type youruser name and password.4. Type a service name if your ISP supplied it.
60 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s Guide5. Type a maximum idle time, if your ISP instructs you to. You willbe disconnected from the Internet if the time that you specifyelapses without activity.6. Type the DNS primary and secondary addresses, if your ISPprovided you with this information.7. To save the WAN settings, click Apply.Disabled ConnectionYou can disable your Internet connection at any time. You maywant to disable your Internet connection in the following situations:•You suspect that an unauthorized individual is accessing yournetwork.•You want to limit your children’s access to the Internet.•You want to limit the exposure of your local network to the WAN.Disabling your Internet connection does not affect your Internetconnection settings in any way. When you reestablish yourconnection, your original settings are intact.To disable the Internet connection1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then click WideArea Network.2. Under Internet Connection Type, click Disabled.3. To disable your Internet connection, click Apply.Wireless SettingsYou can enable or disable wireless access from the Wireless pageof the Base Station Management Tool. When you enable wirelessaccess, you must establish the following base station settings:•Wireless network name (SSID)•Wireless channel•Data rateIt is likely that you already established the wireless network name(SSID) and wireless channel when you ran the Setup Wizard. If youdid not run the Setup Wizard, or if for some reason you want tomodify these settings, you must update the wireless network name(SSID) and wireless channel on all the devices that connectwirelessly to your network. For information about how to update thewireless network name and wireless channel on specific devices,see the Broadband Network Utility Help.When you enable wireless access on your network, you should alsoenable wireless security (WEP). For more information aboutwireless security, see “Wireless Security (WEP)” in this chapter.
Chapter 6: Configure 61Wireless Network Name (SSID)The wireless network name, also known as the Service SetIdentifier (SSID), identifies your network. Because the networkname is broadcast by the base station, any user of a wirelessdevice that supports the Institute of Electrical and ElectronicsEngineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard could attempt to join yourwireless network, if that device is in range.To prevent users of unauthorized wireless clients from joining yourwireless network, enable wireless security (WEP). For informationabout wireless security (WEP), see “Wireless Security (WEP)” in thischapter.If you know the MAC addresses of all the wireless clients that youwant to access your network, you can use MAC filtering to preventunauthorized access. For information about MAC filtering, see“MAC Filtering” in this chapter.Wireless ChannelThe wireless channel is a path through which signals flow to andfrom your network. If you are having difficulty sending or receivinginformation on a wireless client, try changing the wireless channel.Be sure that each wireless device uses the same wireless channelas the base station.Data RateThe data rate indicates the speed at which wireless data can betransmitted across the network. Typically, you will want to leave thedata rate at the default setting of Automatic, which enables themaximum data transfer speed. You may want to decrease the datarate, however, if any of the following are true:•You are using a device that requires a slower bandwidth for datatransfer.•You want to conserve bandwidth on your network.•You are experiencing problems maintaining a connection with awireless device.To enable wireless access1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickWireless.2. Select the Enable wireless access check box.3. If you want to change the wireless channel, click a number inthe Wireless channel number drop-down list box.4. If you want to change the network name, type a new networkname in the Wireless network name (SSID) box. The networkname is case sensitive and cannot exceed 32 characters.
62 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s Guide5. If you want to decrease the data rate from Automatic, click oneof the other options available in the Data rate drop-down listbox.6. To apply these settings, click Apply.Security SettingsThe Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station is configured toprotect your network from the most common hacker attacks andother security risks. If necessary, you can change the default basestation settings or establish special services from the Securitysection of the Base Station Management Tool.The following sections describe the security features of the basestation and how to customize them.Be aware that changing security settings may affect whether thecomputers on your LAN are able to connect to the LAN andInternet. You should not change the default security settings unlessyou are absolutely clear about your objective in doing so.Wireless Security (WEP)The Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station uses wirelesssecurity (WEP) to prevent unauthorized users from accessing datathat is being transmitted over the network. From the Base StationManagement Tool, you can:•Enable wireless encryption.•Change the network key or modify the encryption settings thatyou established in the Setup Wizard.•Disable wireless encryption.When data is encrypted, it is rendered unreadable by a networkkey—called a WEP key—before being transmitted between wirelessnodes. The data is readable only by computers that have thenetwork key to decrypt the data.The WEP key that you establish is stored with all of your networksettings on each networked computer so that data can beencrypted and decrypted as it is transmitted over the network. Ifyou change the WEP key that the base station uses, you mustensure that each computer on your wireless network uses thesame WEP key so that it can communicate with the base station.For information about how to change the WEP key on eachcomputer, see the Broadband Network Utility Help.When you enable wireless encryption, you can choose between 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. The number defines the strength of thedata encryption. The higher the number, the more difficult the datais to decrypt.
Chapter 6: Configure 63After you select the wireless encryption strength, you can type theWEP keys. For 64-bit encryption, you can type up to four WEP keys,each of which consists of ten hexadecimal digits. For 128-bitencryption, you must type one WEP key that consists of 26hexadecimal digits. A hexadecimal digit is a number or letter in therange 0–9 or A–F.Although encryption may slow down the speed at which data istransmitting, you will not observe any noticeable changes tonetwork behavior as a result of data encryption and decryption.To enable wireless security1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Wireless Security.3. Click Enable wireless security.4. In the Encryption strength drop-down list box, click 128-bit orleave the default setting of 64-bit.5. If you selected 128-bit encryption, in the first Key box, type anencryption key. If you selected 64-bit encryption, you can typeup to four WEP keys in the Key boxes.6. If you selected 64-bit encryption, in the Key index drop-down listbox, click a key index. The key index number indicates which ofthe four WEP keys will be enabled on the network.7. To enable the wireless encryption, click Apply.8. Update the WEP keys stored on each wireless device on yournetwork.You can update wireless encryption settings for each networkdevice from the Broadband Network Utility. If you are using a non-Microsoft adapter, use the software installed with that adapter toupdate wireless encryption settings.Firewall SettingsThe Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station provides afirewall to protect your network against malicious transmissions.Just as the name implies, a firewall acts as a barrier or buffer zonebetween your local network and the Internet. It checks datapackets being transmitted to your network and discards anysuspicious data.The firewall is enabled by default, but you can choose to disable itfrom the Base Station Management Tool. Do not disable thefirewall unless you have a good reason to do so.To change the firewall settings1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, thefirewall settings in the BaseStation Management Tool willbe unavailable.
64 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s Guide2. On the Security menu, click Firewall Settings.3. To enable the firewall, select the Enable the integrated firewallcheck box.-or-To disable the firewall, clear the Enable the integrated firewallcheck box.4. To save your changes, click Apply.Block Ping CommandsYou can configure the firewall to discard network ping commands.A ping command is like a short conversation between a device onthe WAN and your base station. When a device on the WAN sendsa ping command, the base station responds.When you block ping commands, you are telling the base stationnot to respond to a ping initiated from the WAN. This securitymechanism hides your network from hackers who may be pingingrandom IP addresses to see where they get a response. A responseverifies your network location, and a hacker can then use thisinformation to send malicious communications to your network.In general, it is a good idea to discard ping commands sent fromthe WAN. The only circumstances in which blocking pingcommands may present a problem are:•When your ISP needs to ping your network to ensure that theconnection is still valid.•When you or another person needs to check your Internetconnection from an external network. For example, you maywant to do this to make sure that you can access your Webserver.•When you are playing games on the Internet, and other playersneed to verify your network location and connection speed.To block ping commands1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Firewall Settings.3. Select the Discard pings check box.4. To save your changes, click Apply.Network ModeYou have the option to use the base station for routing services oras a bridge between two networks. The Broadband NetworkingWireless Base Station is set to routing mode by default.
Chapter 6: Configure 65When you change the base station to bridging mode, you disablenetwork address translation (NAT), which is an important feature ofyour network. When NAT is enabled, you can use the single IPaddress supplied by your ISP to connect multiple computers to theInternet. Ordinarily, if you wanted to connect multiple computers,you would need to arrange additional addresses (for example, bypurchasing additional accounts). NAT enables multiple clients toshare a single connection to the Internet.If you choose to use the base station as a bridge between twonetworks or segments of a network, make sure that another deviceon your network (such as a base station, gateway, or router) isproviding NAT service. If you do not have a NAT service on yournetwork, you should lease an IP address for each computer on yournetwork. Be aware that each of these IP addresses will be exposedto the Internet.To change the base station network mode1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Network Mode.3. Select the Bridging Mode check box.4. To save your changes, click Apply.Port ForwardingYou can configure the ports on your base station to establishvirtual servers or run applications with special networkrequirements on your network. This is called port forwarding. Tounderstand how port forwarding works, you must first understandports and their role in data transmission.About PortsInformation passes from the Internet to computers on your networkacross ports. In any network communication, there is an outbound(destination) port and an inbound (source) port. These ports areused in conjunction with the source and destination IP addressesto establish a connection between two networked computers.There are many different types of data transmitted across anetwork, and certain types of data must pass out of certain ports.The data type is recognized by the protocol, or rules, that it follows.For example, the e-mail messages that you send may follow onetype of protocol, whereas the games that you play may followanother protocol. Typically, the data protocol determines the portsto which the data is passed.The Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station opens the portsfor certain applications automatically when a client on your localnetwork transmits data to the WAN.Note Port forwarding involves theconfiguration of data ports.Do not confuse the dataports, which are logicalprogrammatic elements, withphysical ports, such as theEthernet port on your basestation.Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, theport forwarding settings inthe Base Station ManagementTool will be unavailable.
66 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideThis enables transmission of some of the more common data sentto and from the Internet, such as e-mail messages and Webbrowser data.To run applications with special network requirements or toestablish a virtual server, however, you may need to change theport configuration on the base station. You can configure, orforward, ports from the Base Station Management Tool.Application-Triggered Port ForwardingSome applications, such as Internet games and videoconferencing,require multiple ports for data transmission. File Transfer Protocol(FTP) data, for example, is sent from your computer to one portand returns to another port. These multiple port transmissions maycause problems when the base station is set to routing mode sothat NAT is enabled on your base station, because the NAT serviceanticipates that data sent to one port will return to the same port.The Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station has alreadybeen configured to accommodate some common applicationprotocols that require multiple ports, including FTP, Simple MailTransfer Protocol (SMTP), and Post Office Protocol 3 (POP3).To configure port forwarding for other applications that requiremultiple ports, you must specify the outbound (destination) port towhich data following a particular protocol will be sent, and theinbound (source) port or ports to which related data will return.Essentially, you are telling the base station how to direct trafficacross the networks.The inbound ports that you specify will open only when data is sentto the corresponding outbound port. These ports will close againafter a certain amount of time has elapsed with no data sent tothe inbound port. You can set ranges of ports, multiple ports, andcombinations of single and multiple ports for the inbound ports.You can configure the base station to accommodate up to 20applications. To identify the protocol that an application uses andthe ports to which the data should be sent, consult thedocumentation for that application.To establish application-triggered port forwarding1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Port Forwarding, and then clickSet up application-triggered port forwarding.3. In the available Description box, type a description of theapplication that you want to enable.4. In the Outbound port box, type the number of the outboundport. The outbound port should be one number between 0 and65535. To determine which port the application uses, consultthe documentation for the application.
Chapter 6: Configure 675. In the Trigger type drop-down list box, click the trigger type. Thetrigger type should be specified in the documentation for theapplication.6. In the Inbound port(s) box, type the inbound port. The inboundport can be a single port or a comma-separated list of ports orport ranges. For example, you could type 4-25, or 243, or 10,24-50, 74. You are limited to 256 characters.7. In the Public type drop-down list box, click the public type. Thepublic type should be specified in the documentation for theapplication.8. Select the Enable check box.9. To save the changes you have made, click Apply, or to deletethe changes, click Cancel.If an application does not function correctly after you enablemultiple ports, check the documentation for the application toverify that you are enabling the correct ports to open. If you haveset the correct ports to open and the application still does notfunction properly, you may need to establish a DMZ on one of theclient computers on your network to run the application. Forinformation about establishing a DMZ, see “Virtual DemilitarizedZone” in this chapter.Persistent Port ForwardingWhen you host a server on your network—for example, a Web orFTP server—you must configure the base station to performpersistent port forwarding.Persistent port forwarding is similar to application-triggered portforwarding in that you are opening inbound ports to allow particulartypes of data or data requests to be sent from the Internet to oneof the networked computers. The difference is that you are openingthese inbound ports permanently, rather than configuring them toopen only when there is data sent to an outbound port. In addition,you are directing the data sent to that port to a particular computeron your local network.For example, if you set up a Web server on one of the computerson your network, you must direct unsolicited requests sent toTransmission Control Protocol (TCP) Port 80, which handlesHypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Web data, to that computer.An unsolicited request is any data communication that is notinitiated by a computer on your local network.Although not required, it is recommended that you have a static(fixed) IP address to host any type of server on your network.To establish persistent port forwarding, you will need the followinginformation:
68 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s Guide•The IP address of the server computer on your local network. Todetermine the IP address assigned to the computer that you willuse as a server, check the DHCP client list on the Home page ofthe Base Station Management Tool.•The inbound and private port numbers and protocol thatcorrespond to the type of data that your server handles.Some of the common TCP inbound ports include:•HTTP Port 80•FTP Port 21•Telnet Port 23•POP3 Port 110To configure persistent port forwarding1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Port Forwarding, and then clickSet up persistent port forwarding.3. In the Description box, type a description of the server field.(This step is optional.)4. In the Inbound port box, type the inbound port to which datapackets sent from the Internet to the server will be passed. Theinbound port can be a single port or a comma-separated list ofports or port ranges. For example, you could type 4-25, or 243,or 10, 24-50, 74. You are limited to 256 characters.5. In the Type box, select the protocol (UDP or TCP) for the port.6. In the Private IP address box, type the private IP address of theclient computer that is hosting the server.7. In the Private port boxes, type the private port on the serverthat the data will be sent to. To identify the private port number,consult the documentation for your server software.8. To save the changes you have made, click Apply, or to deletethe changes, click Cancel.Virtual Demilitarized ZoneIn certain situations, you may want to set up a virtual demilitarizedzone (DMZ) on one of the clients on your network. When youestablish a DMZ, you essentially open all inbound ports and directthe base station to forward certain inbound data packets (thosethat are not in response to a transmission initiated by a LAN clientand not handled through application-triggered or persistent portforwarding) to a particular computer on your LAN. This computerbecomes the DMZ host.Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, thevirtual demilitarized zonesettings in the Base StationManagement Tool will beunavailable.
Chapter 6: Configure 69A DMZ host is useful for experimenting with new games on theInternet or for setting up a server on your network before you knowwhich ports to open for that server. A DMZ, however, should beused only in very specific and finite situations. The computer thathosts the DMZ is fully exposed to the Internet, and is thussusceptible to malicious attacks and unauthorized access.Because the computer is a virtual DMZ behind the base station, asopposed to a real DMZ out on the Internet, it has access to theother computers on your LAN. If a hacker were to upload a virus tothe virtual DMZ, the virus could spread to all the computers onyour network.Because the virtual DMZ that you establish is behind the basestation NAT, the IP address for the DMZ is not public. This meansthat the DMZ can resolve most, but not all, connection problems.To establish a virtual DMZ1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Virtual DMZ (Demilitarized Zone).3. Select the Enable check box.4. In the text box, type the IP address assigned to the computerthat will host the virtual DMZ. To determine the IP address, seethe DHCP client list on the Home page of the Base StationManagement Tool.5. To save the changes you have made, click Apply, or to deletethe changes, click Cancel.MAC FilteringYou can increase the security on your network by using MACfiltering. MAC filtering enables you to control access to networkresources, including your Internet connection and shared files andprinters. You can configure the base station to permit or deny aclient access to network resources based on the MAC address ofthe adapter that the client uses.If you want to use MAC filtering, the first step is to enable the typeor types of MAC address control that you want. The two types ofMAC address control are connection control and associationcontrol.Connection ControlYou can use connection control to control which wired and wirelessclients will be able to connect to the base station and have accessto the Internet and all network resources.When a wired client cannot connect to the base station, it cancommunicate with other clients on the wired local network, but itcannot:Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, theMAC filtering settings in theBase Station Management toolwill be unavailable.
70 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s Guide•Connect to the Internet.•Communicate with wireless clients on the network.When a wireless client is denied association control, it cannotconnect to the base station, so connection control is irrelevant. Forinformation about using MAC filtering to control the access ofwireless clients, see “Association Control.”To enable connection control1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click MAC Filtering.3. Select the Enable connection control check box.4. If you do not want unspecified clients to connect to the basestation, in the drop-down list box, click Deny. In this case, anyclient whose MAC address is not listed in the MAC Address tablewill not be able to connect to the base station or access theInternet.5. If you clicked Deny in step 4, in the MAC Address table, specifythe MAC address of any clients that you want to connect to thebase station, and then select the Allow Connection check box.6. To save your changes, click Apply.When you enable connection control, be sure you do not prohibityour own computer from connecting to the base station. If you denyunspecified MAC addresses from connecting, type the MACaddress of your adapter into the MAC Address table and select theconnection control check box.If you do block your own access to the base station, you mustrestore the factory default settings by using the reset button on thephysical device, and then reconfigure the base station. Forinformation about how to do this, see “Resetting the Base Station”in Chapter 1.Association ControlYou can use association control to control which wireless clientscan establish a wireless link with the base station. Associationcontrol is not applicable to wired clients.When a wireless client is allowed to associate with the wirelessnetwork and connect to the base station, it has full access to theInternet and network resources.When a wireless client is allowed to associate with the wirelessnetwork, but not connect to the base station, it can communicatewith other clients on the wireless network, but it cannotcommunicate with wired clients on the network or connect to theInternet.
Chapter 6: Configure 71When a wireless client is not allowed to associate with the wirelessnetwork, it cannot:•Connect to the base station.•Communicate with any wired or wireless clients on the network.•Connect to the Internet.To enable association control1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click MAC Filtering.3. Select the Enable association control check box.4. If you do not want unspecified wireless clients to establish awireless link with the base station, in the drop-down list box,click Deny. In this case, any wireless client whose MAC addressis not listed in the MAC Address table will not be able toassociate with the base station, access the Internet, orcommunicate with clients on the network.5. If you clicked Deny in step 4, in the MAC Address table, specifythe MAC address of any wireless clients that you want toconnect to the base station, and then select the AllowAssociation check box.6. To save your changes, click Apply.For more information about MAC filtering options, see theBroadband Network Utility Help.Client FilteringYou can use client filtering to control the Internet access of eachclient on your network. This feature is particularly useful if, forexample, you want to restrict the time that your children spendsurfing the Web.To configure client filtering, you must have the followinginformation:•The private IP address assigned to the client computer. Todetermine the IP address assigned to the client computer,check the DHCP client list on the Home page of the BaseStation Management Tool.•The ports for the type of application data to which you want tocontrol access.For example, if you want to control Web browsing, you specify TCPPort 80 on client 192.168.2.XX.It is recommended that you assign static IP addresses to each ofthe client devices whose access to the Internet you want to control.Note If you set the BroadbandNetworking Wireless BaseStation to bridging mode, theclient filtering settings in theBase Station ManagementTool will be unavailable.
72 Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station User’s GuideTo enable client filtering1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Client Filtering.3. In the appropriate box, type the IP address of the client devicewhose access to the Internet you want to control.4. In the Outbound port(s) boxes, type the outbound port protocoland port number for the data that you want to control.5. In the appropriate boxes, specify the date and time range whenyou want to block access to this data. If you want to filter accesson a particular day, for example, every Sunday, enter the sametime and the same date for the start and end period. If you wantto block access all the time, click Always.6. Select the Block check box, and then click Apply to apply theclient filtering.Base Station LogYou can access the base station log for your network from theSecurity section of the Base Station Management Tool. This logrecords general base station activity and time stamps each log fileentry. If you have any concerns about unusual activity on yournetwork, review the base station log.The base station log can maintain up to 256 lines of data. Whenthe base station log reaches maximum capacity, the base stationdeletes the oldest log entries.To view the base station log1. Open the Base Station Management Tool, and then clickSecurity.2. On the Security menu, click Base Station Log.
troubleshooting.Basic TroubleshootingThis chapter will help you solve the most common installation andsetup problems that you may have with the Microsoft® BroadbandNetworking Wireless Base Station. Issues are covered for thefollowing areas:•Software•Hardware•Networks•Internet connectionsIf the problem you are experiencing is not covered in this chapter,you can find more troubleshooting information in BroadbandNetwork Utility Help, or on the Microsoft Broadband NetworkingWeb site at http://www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/.SoftwareThis section will help you solve the most common installation andsetup problems for the Microsoft Wireless Base Station software.I’m having problems running the Broadband Network UtilitySetup Wizard.•Verify that your desktop or notebook computer conforms withthe minimum system requirements for a Microsoft WirelessBase Station.During a typical installation, the Broadband Network Utility isautomatically installed when you set up your network; however,if you do not have the minimum system requirements, thesoftware may not install fully or at all. If you are using acomputer that is running Microsoft Windows® 2000, theBroadband Network Utility must be installed for WEP support.If WEP is not supported on one of the computers, then thenetwork and other devices on the network cannot communicatewith the computer that does not support WEP.•Turn off any virus detection software.•Make sure that you are installing the software before installingthe hardware.7Note For computers that arerunning MicrosoftWindows 2000 or MicrosoftWindows XP, you must belogged on as an administratorto perform installations. If youdo not have administrativerights, see Windows Help.
74 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideI’m having problems running an online application.•This might be due to the firewall feature of the base station. Toconfigure the base station to allow specific applications tofunction through the firewall, see Chapter 6.I’m getting an error message during installation or setup.Follow the instructions in the error message screen to try to solvethe problem. The following table contains more information aboutthe error messages that can appear, including possible causes andsolutions for the errors. Click Help on the error message screen formore information.Error message DetailsSetup was unable to detect For a wired connection, make sure that theyour base station cable connections are not loose, the correcttype of Ethernet cable (straight-through versuscrossover) is being used, cables areconnected to the correct ports, and thebase station is receiving power.For a wireless connection, make sure that yourbroadband modem is connected to the basestation To Modem port through an Ethernetcable, the base station power adapter issecurely connected to an electrical outlet,there is no interference from other devices,and that the network settings are correct.If none of the above fix the problem, tryrestoring the base station to factory defaultsby pressing the Reset button for at least 5seconds. For more details about restoring thebase station to factory defaults, seeChapter 1.Action: Click Help on the error messagescreen.Setup was unable to detect Make sure that the cable connections are notyour network adapter loose, that cards are properly seated, and thatthe adapter is receiving power and isconnected to a USB port.If none of the above fix the problem, tryconnecting the adapter to another USBport or seating the PC Card in another slot ifavailable.Action: Click Help on the error messagescreen.
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 75continuedError message DetailsSetup was unable to detect a Make sure your broadband modem is turnedconnection to the Internet on and working.Action: Click Help on the error messagescreen.HardwareThis section will help you solve the most common installation andsetup problems for the Microsoft Wireless Base Station.My computer is not detecting my base station.•Make sure that both the base station and the computer that itis connected to with a wired connection are powered, and that alink light is illuminated on each device. For more informationabout the indicator lights on the base station, see Chapter 1.•Make sure that the correct ends or the correct cables in yournetwork are securely fastened to the correct ports.For more information about the indicator lights on the basestation, see Chapter 3.Check all of the following connections: power cables, cablesbetween the base station and computers, and cables betweenthe base station and the modem.Incomplete or incorrect connections prevent devices fromcommunicating with each other and therefore generateproblems in your network. By checking the physical connections,you can determine if the problem is associated with networksettings.Ethernet cables look very similar to standard residentialtelephone cables. However, Ethernet cables have a wider andthicker connector (RJ-45) on the end than residential telephoneconnectors (RJ-11). Although a standard residential telephoneconnector can be inserted into an Ethernet port, the port willnot function and the cable may damage your Ethernet device.My broadband modem has a built-in router that conflicts withmy Microsoft Wireless Base Station.•Turn off Network Address Translation (NAT) on the modem.If you have more than one component that is running NAT onyour network, some of your applications may not connect to theInternet, some features in certain applications may not work,and some components may appear as unavailable in theBroadband Network Utility. For instructions for turning off NATon your modem, see the documentation for your modem.
76 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s Guide•Enable bridging mode in the base station.For more information about bridging mode and how to enable it,see Chapter 6.NetworksThis section will help you solve the most common installation andsetup problems for a Microsoft Wireless Base Station on anetwork.I get all the way through setup and it says it was successful, butsome network tasks do not work.•If you cannot access the Internet, open the Broadband NetworkUtility and check the status of the connection between the basestation and the modem. For more troubleshooting informationabout this problem, see Broadband Network Utility Help.•If you cannot access files or folders that have been madeavailable to the network, make sure that you are logged on toyour computer and the network, and that the files or foldershave been made available to you. For more information aboutmaking files and folders available to the network and how toverify access privileges, see Chapter 4. For moretroubleshooting information about this problem, see BroadbandNetwork Utility Help.•If you cannot print to a network printer, make sure that theprinter has been made available to the network. For moreinformation about making a printer available to the network andverifying network availability of a printer, see Chapter 4. Formore troubleshooting information about this problem, seeBroadband Network Utility Help.•If you cannot use your e-mail application the same way as youdid before installing the base station and the BroadbandNetwork Utility, make sure that your POP3 and news settings inyour e-mail application are correct.In your e-mail application, verify that you are using a full Internetdesignation, such as pop3.email.msn.com, for your mail clientrather than a local designation, such as mail. For moreinformation about obtaining a full Internet designation for yourISP, see the ISP documentation. For more troubleshootinginformation about this problem, see Broadband Network UtilityHelp.My network isn’t working.•Verify that the base station is plugged into a power source.•Verify that the correct cables and cards are securely fastened tothe correct ports.
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 77•Verify that you have the correct network settings.Incorrect network settings will inhibit networked computersfrom communicating properly. For example, a computer may tryto detect a network by using the wrong name or by using adifferent communication protocol than all of the othercomputers on the network. You can view and modify networksettings in the Broadband Network Utility.My wireless network connection works occasionally.•Verify that your computer is within the recommended range ofthe base station and that there is no interference from otherwireless devices.Signals that are transmitted between the base station and awireless adapter or PC Card are affected by interference fromother wireless devices—including 2.4 GHz cordless phones,microwave ovens, and neighboring wireless networks. Move theother devices as needed, and refrain from using them while youare using the network. Alternatively, you can move the network.To minimize interference from another wireless network, trychanging channels. For more information about changing yournetwork channel, see Chapter 6.•Verify that other devices on your network that may be runningNAT and/or DHCP servers have NAT and DHCP serversdisabled.Devices such as your modem may have NAT and/or DynamicHost Configuration Protocol (DHCP) servers running at the sametime as the base station. If this is the case, the devices willinterfere with each other and cause intermittent failures. Forinstructions for disabling NAT and DHCP servers on the otherdevice, see the documentation for the other device.My computer is within the recommended range of the basestation; however, it can’t detect the network.•Verify that physical barriers and other forms of interference arelimited.Physical barriers between the computer and the base station,and interference from microwave ovens and other wirelessdevices—including 2.4 GHz cordless phones and neighboringwireless networks—affect the signals that are transmittedbetween the base station and a wireless adapter or PC Card. Ifthis occurs, move your network components closer to the basestation.
78 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideInternet ConnectionsThis section will help you solve the most common installation andsetup problems for sharing an Internet connection.My computer can’t find the Internet.•Check the IP address in network settings on another computerin the network.The IP address is available in the Broadband Network Utility.If your computer can’t find the Internet, it may be looking for thewrong IP address. Although the IP address may have beencorrect previously, if you changed ISPs, then all of the IPaddresses in your network changed as well. See thedocumentation that you received from your ISP for the correct IPaddress.•If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer, verify that theInternet Explorer proxy setting is turned off.For more information about the Internet Explorer proxy setting,see Internet Explorer Help.•Check the status of the connection to the base station and tothe Internet in the Broadband Network Utility.If you are still unable to resolve the problem, see BroadbandNetwork Utility Help.My shared Internet connection is slow.•Verify that your computer is within the recommended range ofthe base station. For more information about the recommendedrange, see Chapter 1.Factors that affect shared Internet connection speed:•The number of computers that are sharing the connection•The range between your computer and the base station•Interference from other wireless devices
reference.Visit Us on the WebPlease visit our Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/.Click Help in the Broadband Network UtilityClick Help in the Microsoft® Broadband Network Utility for detailedtroubleshooting information.Technical SupportProduct Name: Microsoft Broadband Networking WirelessBase StationSupport Info http://support.microsoft.com/directory/Online: productsupportoption.asp.In Canada, visithttp://www.microsoft.ca/support/.Online Support: Work with a Microsoft Support Professionalover the Internet. Submit your issue online:http://support.microsoft.com/directory/onlinesr.asp.Phone Support: Toll-free support for U.S. customers:(800) 936-3900. For customers in Canada:(800) 668-7975. These numbers are only forsupport of Microsoft Broadband Networkingproducts. Please do not use these phonenumbers for support of other Microsoft products.TTY Users: Microsoft text telephone (TTY/TDD) services areavailable at (425) 635-4948 in Washingtonstate or (800) 892-5234 in the U.S. Call(905) 568-9641 in Canada.Worldwide: The support terms listed here are available in theUnited States only.Support outside the United States may vary.Please visit http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=/international.aspx?for regional contact details.Conditions: Microsoft’s support services are subject tothen-current prices, terms, and conditions,which are subject to change without notice.
80 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideRegulatory InformationUnited States Radio and TV Interference RegulationsThis device complies with Part 15 of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.The Microsoft hardware device(s) that accompanies this software can radiate radio frequency (RF) energy. If not installedand used in strict accordance with the instructions given in the printed documentation and Online User’s Guide, the devicemay cause harmful interference with other radio-communications devices (for example AM/FM radios, televisions, babymonitors, cordless phones, etc.). Any cable that is connected to the device must be a shielded cable that is properlygrounded. There is, however, no guarantee that RF interference will not occur in a particular installation.Your Microsoft hardware device has been tested, and it complies with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordancewith the specifications in Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection againstharmful RF interference in a residential installation.To determine if your hardware device is causing interference to other radio-communications devices, disconnect the devicefrom your computer. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the device. If the interference continues after youdisconnect the hardware device, turn the computer off and then on again. If the interference stopped when the computerwas off, check to see if one of the input/output (I/O) devices or one of the computer’s internal accessory boards is causingthe problem. Disconnect the I/O devices one at a time and see if the interference stops.If this hardware device does cause interference, try the following measures to correct it:•Relocate the antenna of the other radio-communications device (for example AM/FM Radios, televisions, baby monitors,cordless phones, etc) until the interference stops.•Move the hardware device farther away from the radio or TV, or move it to one side or the other of the radio or TV.•Plug the computer into a different power outlet so that the hardware device and radio or TV are on different circuitscontrolled by different circuit breakers or fuses.•If necessary, ask your computer dealer or an experienced radio-TV technician for more suggestions. You may find helpfulinformation in the booklet “The Interference Handbook” (1995), published by the FCC. The booklet is available from theFCC at 1-888-CALL FCC or at http://www.fcc.gov/cib/Publications/tvibook.html.NoteAny changes or modifications not expressly approved by Microsoft could void the user’s authority to operate this device.For use with UL Listed and GS approved personal computers.Not intended for use in machinery or industrial applications.Tested to comply with FCC standards. For home and office use.Model Number: MN-100, MN-110, MN-120, MN-130, MN-150, MN-500, MN-510, MN-520.In addition, the following models have been approved under FCC certification rather than under the FCC Declaration ofConformity Process:MN-500, FCC ID: HEDACC300568;MN-510, FCC ID: HEDACCWN330168;MN-520, FCC ID: HEDACC3501D68Microsoft CorporationOne Microsoft WayRedmond, WA 98052-6399. (800) 426-9400 (United States) (800) 933-4750 (Canada)Canadian Radiocommunication RegulationsThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003The term ‘’IC:‘’ before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specificationswere met.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme aux normes NMB-003 du Canada.L’expression «IC:» avant le numéro d’homologation/enregistrement signifie seulement que les spécifications techniquesd’Industrie Canada ont été respectées.
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Reference 83Technical SpecificationsBase StationStandards IEEE 802.11b, Wi-Fi compliant, TCP/IP, NAT, DHCP, UDP, FTP, PPPoE, PPTP,L2TP, HTTP, DNS, IPSec/VPN Pass throughPorts LAN: •Four 10/100 Mbps Switched Ethernet/IEEE 802.3 ports•RJ-45 Connectors•UTP/STP CAT 3 or better cabling required for 10-BaseT operation•UTP/STP CAT 5 or better required for 100-BaseTX operationWAN: •One 10 Mbps Ethernet/IEEE 802.3 port•RJ-45 Connector•UTP/STP CAT 3 or better cabling required for 10-BaseT operationData Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps with Auto-fallback supportModulation CCK, DBPSK, DQPSKRange Data Rate Open Environment Closed Environment11 Mbps up to 900 feet up to 160 feet5.5 Mbps up to 1300 feet up to 200 feet2.0 or 1 Mbps up to 1500 feet up to 300 feetPlease see the Microsoft Broadband Networking Web site for the latestdata: www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking/.Frequency Range ISM Band (2.400 to 2.4835 GHz)Channels 1-11 United States, CanadaApproved for use only in the United States and Canada.Wireless Security (WEP) Off, 64-bit, and 128-bitIndicators LAN (1-4): Link/Activity LED for each portTo Modem: Link/Activity LEDWireless: Status LED including Activity indicationPower: Power/Reset Dual Color LEDTransmit Power Greater than +15 dBm; Less than +20 dBmOperating Temperature 0 to 40 deg CStorage Temperature -20 to 60 deg CHumidity 10 to 95 percent non-condensingEmissions FCC Part 15 Class B; Canada RSS-210Safety ULPhysical Dimensions 1.2" x 5.3" x 6.8" (30.5 x 134.6 x 172.7 mm)Weight 10.55 oz (299 g) without power supply
84 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideSystem RequirementsTo use the Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station:•Computer with a network adapter to configure Base Station•External broadband (cable, DSL, or other) modem with Ethernet port (not compatible withdial-up modems)•Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or later to view and use BaseStation HTML configuration screens•Available 120V AC power outletAdditional requirements for using the Microsoft Broadband Networking Setup Wizard andMicrosoft Broadband Network Utility:•Personal computer with processor running Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, WindowsMillennium Edition (Windows Me), Windows 2000* Professional, Windows XP Professional, orWindows XP Home Edition operating system•Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later; setup will install Internet Explorer 6.0 browsercomponents if needed, but will not displace your primary browser•28 MB of available hard-disk space if you already have Internet Explorer 5.5 or 6.0;132 MB of available hard-disk space if you are installing Internet Explorer for the first time•4x or faster CD-ROM drive•VGA or higher resolution monitor*Setup features and functionality are limited on Windows 2000Recommended:•Personal computer with Ethernet network adapter for easiest Base Station setup•Microsoft Mouse or compatible pointing device•3.5" high-density disk driveNot all ISPs allow you to share a broadband connection. Please check with your ISP.
100Base-T Also known as “Fast Ethernet,” an Ethernet cable standard with adata transfer rate of up to 100 Mbps.10Base-T An older Ethernet cable standard with a data transfer rate of up to10 Mbps.802.11, 802.11b A family of IEEE-defined specifications for wireless networks.Includes the 802.11b standard, which supports high-speed (up to11 Mbps) wireless data transmission. Microsoft® BroadbandNetworking wireless products comply with the 802.11b standard.802.3 The IEEE-defined specification that describes the characteristics ofEthernet connections.access point See wireless access point.ad hoc network A solely wireless computer-to-computer network. Unlike aninfrastructure network, an ad hoc network does not include acentral base station, router, or gateway.adapter See network adapter.base station A device (also known as a router or gateway) that acts as a centralpoint for networked devices, receives transmitted messages, andforwards them. Microsoft Broadband Networking base stations canlink many computers on a single network, and can share a secureInternet connection with wired and wireless devices.broadband connection A high-speed connection, typically 256 Kbps or faster. Broadbandservices include cable modems and DSL.broadband modem A device that enables a broadband connection to access theInternet. The two most common types of broadband modems arecable modems, which rely upon cable television infrastructure, andDSL modems, which rely upon telephone lines operating at DSLspeeds.cable modem See broadband modem.CAT 5 cable Abbreviation for “Category 5 cable.” A type of Ethernet cable thathas a maximum data rate of 100 Mbps.client Any computer or program that connects to, or requests theservices of, another computer or program on a network. For a localarea network or the Internet, a client is a computer that usesshared network resources provided by a server.glossary.This glossary contains common terms for wired and wirelessnetworking.
86 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s Guideclient/server network A network of two or more computers that rely upon a central serverto mediate the connections or provide additional systemresources. This dependence upon a server differentiates a client/server network from a peer-to-peer network.computer name A name that uniquely identifies a computer on the network so thatall its shared resources can be accessed by other computers onthe network. One computer’s name cannot be the same as anyother computer or domain name on the network.crossover cable See Ethernet cable.DHCP Acronym for “Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol.” A TCP/IPprotocol that automatically assigns temporary IP addresses tocomputers on a local area network. Microsoft BroadbandNetworking base stations support the use of DHCP which,combined with ICS, allows you to share one Internet connectionwith multiple computers on a network.dial-up connection An Internet connection of limited duration that uses a publictelephone network rather than a dedicated circuit or some othertype of private network. The Microsoft Broadband Networkinghardware does not support the use of a dial-up connection to theInternet.DNS Acronym for “Domain Name System.” A data query service chieflyused on the Internet for translating host names into Internetaddresses. The DNS database maps DNS domain names to IPaddresses, so that users can locate computers and servicesthrough user-friendly names.domain In a networked computer environment, a collection of computersthat share a common domain database and security policy. Adomain is administered as a unit with common rules andprocedures, and each domain has a unique name.driver Within a networking context, mediates communication between acomputer and a network adapter installed on that computer.DSL Acronym for “Digital Subscriber Line.” A constant, high-speeddigital connection to the Internet that uses standard coppertelephone wires.DSL modem See broadband modem.duplex A mode of connection; full-duplex transmission allows for thesimultaneous transfer of information between the sender and thereceiver. Half-duplex transmission only allows for the transfer ofinformation in one direction at a time.dynamic IP address The IP address assigned (using the DHCP protocol) to a device thatrequires it. A dynamic IP address can also be assigned to a routerby an ISP.
Glossary 87encryption The process of encoding data to prevent unauthorized access,especially during transmission. Microsoft wireless hardware reliesupon encryption to ensure that data transmissions cannot beaccessed by users outside the network. Also see WEP.Ethernet A networking standard that uses cables to provide network access.Ethernet cable A type of cable that facilitates network communications.firewall A security system that protects a network from external threats,such as hacker attacks, originating outside the network. Ahardware firewall is a connection routing device with specific datachecking settings, that protects all of the devices connected to it.The Microsoft Broadband Networking Base Station includes ahardware firewall. A software firewall resides on a single computer,protecting that computer from external threats. See MicrosoftWindows® XP Help for more information about the InternetConnection software firewall.firmware Software information stored in non-volatile memory on a device.gateway See base station.gateway address The IP address used when making a connection outside yourimmediate network.host name The DNS name of a device on a network, used to simplify theprocess of locating computers on a network.hub A device with multiple ports that serves as a central connectionpoint for communication lines from all devices on a network. Whendata arrives at one port, it is copied to the other ports.ICS Acronym for “Internet Connection Sharing.” A software feature inMicrosoft Windows that allows computers on a network to accessonline services through a single Internet connection. MicrosoftBroadband Networking hardware replaces software ICS.infrastructure network A network configuration in which wireless devices connect to awireless access point (such as a base station) instead ofconnecting to each other directly.Internet domain See domain.IP address Acronym for “Internet Protocol” address. IP is the protocol withinTCP/IP that is used to send data between computers over theInternet. An IP address is an assigned number used to identify acomputer that is connected to a network through TCP/IP. An IPaddress consists of four numbers (each of which can be no greaterthan 255) separated by periods, such as 192.168.1.1.ISP Acronym for “Internet Service Provider.” A company that providesindividuals or companies access to the Internet.
88 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideLAN Acronym for “local area network.” A group of computers and otherdevices dispersed over a relatively limited area (for example, abuilding) and connected by a communications link that enablesany device to interact with any other on the network.MAC address Acronym for “media access control” address. The address that isused for communication between network adapters on the samesubnet. Each network adapter is manufactured with its own uniqueMAC address.Mbps Abbreviation of “megabits per second.” A unit of bandwidthmeasurement that defines the speed at which information can betransferred through a network or Ethernet cable. One megabyte isroughly equivalent to eight megabits.modem A device that facilitates the transmission and reception ofinformation between computers.NAT Acronym for “network address translation.” The process ofconverting between IP addresses used within a private networkand Internet IP addresses. NAT enables all of the computers on anetwork to share one IP address. The Microsoft BroadbandNetworking Base Station supports NAT, which provides an extralayer of network security by masking the actual IP addresses of thecomputers using a base station.network A collection of two or more computers that are connected to eachother through wired or wireless means. These computers can shareaccess to the Internet and the use of files, printers, and otherequipment.network adapter Also known as a “network interface card” (NIC). An expansion cardor other device used to provide network access to a computer,printer, or other device.PC Card A peripheral that adds memory, mass storage, modem capability,or other networking services to portable computers.peer-to-peer network A network of two or more computers that communicate withoutusing a central server. This lack of reliance upon a serverdifferentiates a peer-to-peer network from a client/server network.Plug and Play A set of specifications that allows a computer to automaticallydetect and configure various peripheral devices, such as monitors,modems, and printers.port A physical connection through which data is transferred between acomputer and other devices (such as a printer, monitor, ormodem), a network, or another computer. Also, a software channelfor network communications.
Glossary 89PPPoE Acronym for “Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet.” A specificationfor connecting users on an Ethernet network to the Internet using abroadband connection (typically through a DSL modem). MicrosoftBroadband Networking hardware supports PPPoE for connectionsthat require it.protocol A set of rules that computers use to communicate with each otherover a network.RJ-11 connector An attachment used to join a telephone line to a device such as amodem.RJ-45 connector An attachment found on the ends of all Ethernet cables.router See base station.server A computer that provides shared resources, such as storage spaceor processing power, to network users.shared folder A folder on a computer that has been made available for otherpeople to use on a network.shared printer A printer connected to a computer that has been made availablefor other people to use on a network.sharing To make the resources associated with one computer available tousers of other computers on a network.SSID Acronym for “Service Set Identifier,” also known as a “wirelessnetwork name.” An SSID value uniquely identifies your network andis case sensitive.static IP address A permanent Internet address of a computer (assigned by an ISP).straight-through cable See Ethernet cable.subnet A distinct network that forms part of a larger computer network.Subnets are connected through routers and can use a sharednetwork address to connect to the Internet.subnet mask Determines whether two computers on a network cancommunicate with each other directly. Similar in form to an IPaddress and typically provided by an ISP. An example of a subnetmask value is 255.255.0.0.switch A central device that functions similarly to a hub, forwardingpackets to specific ports rather than broadcasting every packet toevery port. A switch is more efficient when used within a highvolume network.TCP/IP Acronym for “Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.” Anetworking protocol that allows computers to communicate acrossinterconnected networks and the Internet. Every computer on theInternet communicates using TCP/IP.
90 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Base Station User’s GuideUSB Acronym for “universal serial bus.” A hardware standard for easilyconnecting peripherals to a computer system.USB adapter A device that connects to a USB port; the Microsoft BroadbandNetworking Wireless USB Adapter is a type of USB adapter.USB connector The end of the USB cable that is plugged into a USB port.USB port A rectangular slot in a computer into which a USB connector isinserted.WAN Acronym for “wide area network.” A geographically widespreadnetwork that might include many linked local area networks(LANs).WEP Acronym for “Wired Equivalent Privacy,” also known as “WirelessSecurity.” A wireless network encryption mechanism that protectsdata transmitted over wireless networks. If you are operating awireless network, it is strongly recommended that you enable WEP.Wi-Fi A commonly used term to mean the wireless 802.11b standard.wireless access point A device that exchanges data between wireless computers orbetween wireless computers and wired computers on a network.wireless network name See SSID.WLAN Acronym for “wireless local area network.” A network thatexclusively relies upon wireless technology for the deviceconnections.workgroup A group of users working on a common project and sharingcomputer files, typically over a LAN. A user who has a homenetwork that is not being controlled by a domain controller can bea member of a workgroup.
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