CyberTAN Technology RV215W Wireless-N VPN Firewall User Manual RV215W quick 1

CyberTAN Technology Inc. Wireless-N VPN Firewall RV215W quick 1

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Quick Start GuideCisco Small BusinessRV215W Wireless-N VPN FirewallPackage Contents•Wireless-N VPN Firewall•Ethernet Cable•Power Adapter•Quick Start Guide•Documentation and software on CD-ROMWelcomeThank you for choosing the Cisco Small Business RV215W Wireless-N VPN Firewall. The RV215W provides simple, affordable, secure business-class connectivity to the Internet for small office/home office (SoHo) and remote professionals.This guide describes how to physically install your Cisco RV215W and launch the web-based Device Manager to configure and manage your firewall.Installing the RV215WPlacement Tips•Ambient Temperature—To prevent the firewall from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds an ambient temperature of 104°F (40°C).•Air Flow—Be sure that there is adequate air flow around the firewall.•Mechanical Loading—Be sure that the firewall is level and stable to avoid any hazardous conditions.Place the Cisco RV215W unit horizontally on a flat surface so that it sits on its four rubber feet.Cisco RV215W FeaturesFront Panel12Back PanelPower The Power light is green to indicate the unit is powered on. The light flashes green when the power is coming on. WPS The Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button is used to configure wireless access for devices in your network that are WPS-enabled. See the Administration Guide or Device Manager help page for more information.WAN The WAN (Internet) light is green when the Cisco RV215W is connected to the Internet through your cable or DSL modem. The light is off when the Cisco RV215W is not connected to the Internet. The light flashes green when it is sending or receiving dataWireless The Wireless light is green when the wireless module is enabled. The light is off when the wireless module is disabled. The light flashes green when the firewall is transmitting or receiving data on the wireless module.LAN Ports The numbered lights correspond to the LAN ports on the Cisco RV215W.If the lights are continuously lit green, the Cisco RV215W is connected to a device through the corresponding port (1, 2, 3, or 4). The light for a port flashes green when the firewall is actively sending or receiving data over that port.RESET Button—The RESET button has two functions:•If the Cisco RV215W is having problems connecting to the Internet, press the RESET button for at least 3 but no more than 10 seconds with a paper clip or a pencil tip. This is similar to pressing the reset button on your PC to reboot it.•If you are experiencing extreme problems with the Cisco RV215W and have tried all other troubleshooting measures, press and hold in the RESET button for more than 10 seconds. This reboots the unit and restores the factory defaults. Changes you have made to the Cisco RV215W settings are lost.LAN Ports (1-4)—These ports provide a LAN connection to network devices, such as PCs, print servers, or switches.WAN (Internet) Port—The WAN port is connected to your Internet device, such as a cable or DSL modem.POWER Button—Press this button to turn the firewall on and off. 12VDC Port—The 12VDC port is where you connect the provided 12 volt DC power adapter. Connecting the EquipmentNOTE You must connect one PC with an Ethernet cable for the purpose of the initial configuration. After you complete the initial configuration, administrative tasks can be performed using a wireless connection.STEP 1Power off all equipment, including the cable or DSL modem, the PC you will use to connect to the Cisco RV215W, and the Cisco RV215W.3STEP 2You should already have an Ethernet cable connecting your PC to your current cable or DSL modem. Unplug one end of the cable from your PC and plug it into the port marked “WAN” on the unit.STEP 3Connect one end of a different Ethernet cable to one of the LAN (Ethernet) ports on the back of the unit. (In this example, the LAN 1 port is used.) Connect the other end to an Ethernet port on the PC that you will use to run the web-based Setup Wizard and Device Manager.STEP 4Power on the cable or DSL modem and wait until the connection is active.Versión en Español para España en el CDVersion en français sur CDVersione italiana sul CDDeutsch Version auf CDVersão em português em CD
Americas HeadquartersCisco Systems, Inc.170 West Tasman DriveSan Jose, CA 95134-1706USAwww.cisco.comSmall Business Support US: 1-866-606-1866 (Toll Free, 24/7)Small Business Support, Global: www.cisco.com/go/sbscCisco and the Cisco Logo are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. andother countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at www.cisco.com/go/trademarks.Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the wordpartner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. (1005R)© 2011 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. 78-19329-01STEP 5Connect the power adapter to the Cisco RV215W POWER port.CAUTION Use only the power adapter that is supplied with the unit. Using a different power adapter could damage the unit.STEP 6Plug the other end of the adapter into an electrical outlet. You may need to use a specific plug (supplied) for your country.STEP 7On the Cisco RV215W, push the POWER button in to turn on the firewall. The power light on the front panel is green when the power adapter is connected properly and the unit is turned on.Using the Setup WizardNOTE The Setup Wizard and Device Manager are supported on Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Mozilla Firefox 3.0 or later, and Apple Safari 3.0 or later. STEP 1Power on the PC that you connected to the LAN1 port in Step 2 of the Connecting the Equipment section. Your PC becomes a DHCP client of the firewall and receives an IP address in the 192.168.1.xxx range. STEP 2Start a web browser on your PC. In the Address bar, enter the default IP address of the firewall: 192.168.1.1. A message appears about the site’s security certificate. The Cisco RV215W uses a self-signed security certificate and this message appears because the firewall is not known to your PC. You can safely click Continue to this website (or the option shown on your particular web browser) to go to the web site.STEP 3When the login page appears, enter the user name and password. The default user name is cisco. The default password is cisco. Passwords are case sensitive.NOTE For security reasons, change the default user name and password as soon as possible. See the Changing the Administrator User Name and Password section.STEP 4Click Log In. 4STEP 5The Setup Wizard automatically starts. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your firewall. The Setup Wizard tries to automatically detect and configure your connection. If it is unable to do so, it may ask you for some information about your Internet connection. You may need to contact your ISP to obtain this information.STEP 6After the Setup Wizard completes your configuration, the Getting Started page of the Device Manager appears. The Getting Started page displays some of the most common configuration tasks, including configuring LAN, WAN, and wireless settings, upgrading firmware, adding users, and configuring the Virtual Private Network (VPN). Click the listed tasks to view the corresponding configuration windows.To view other configuration tasks, click a menu item on the left panel to expand it. Click the menu names displayed underneath to perform an action or view a sub-menu.Changing the Administrator User Name and PasswordSTEP 1From the Getting Started page, choose Change Default Administrator Password. STEP 2Select Edit Admin Settings. STEP 3In the Administrator Settings section, enter the new administrator username. We recommend that you do not use “cisco.”STEP 4Enter the old password.STEP 5Enter the new password. Passwords should not contain dictionary words from any language or the default password, and they should contain a mix of letters (both upper- and lowercase), numbers, and symbols. Passwords must be at least 8 but no more than 30 characters.STEP 6Enter the new password again to confirm.STEP 7Click Save.Connecting to Your Wireless NetworkTo connect a device (such as a PC) to your wireless network, you must configure the wireless connection on the device with the wireless security information you configured using the Device Manager.5The following steps are provided as an example; you may need to configure your device differently. For instructions that are specific to your device, consult the user documentation for your device.STEP 1Open the wireless connection settings window or program for your device. Your PC may have special software installed to manage wireless connections, or you may find wireless connections under the Control Panel in the Network Connections or Network and Internet window. (The location depends on your operating system.)STEP 2Enter the network name (SSID) you chose for your network when you configured the Cisco RV215W.STEP 3Choose the type of encryption and enter the security key that you chose when setting up the Cisco RV215W. If you did not enable security (not recommended), leave these fields blank.STEP 4Verify your wireless connection and save your settings.Where to Go From HereSupportCisco Small Business Support Communitywww.cisco.com/go/smallbizsupportCisco Small Business Support and Resourceswww.cisco.com/go/smallbizhelpPhone Support Contacts www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_small_business _support_center_contacts.htmlCisco Small Business Firmware Downloadswww.cisco.com/cisco/software/navigator.html?i=!chSelect a link to download firmware for Cisco Small Business Products. No login is required.Product DocumentationCisco Small Business Routers and Firewallswww.cisco.com/go/smallbizroutersCisco Small BusinessCisco Partner Central for Small Business (Partner Login Required)www.cisco.com/web/partners/sell/smbCisco Small Business Homewww.cisco.com/smb6System SpecificationModel Name RV215W Wireless-N VPN Firewall Operating Frequency 2.4 GHzInput Power 12V DC/1ARF Output Power 18 dBm

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