Global Sun Technology GL2411RT-0B Access Point User Manual GL2411RT 0B 4

Global Sun Technology Inc Access Point GL2411RT 0B 4

Users Manual Part 1

GL2411RT-0BWireless Access Point RouterUSER MANUAL Version 1.1 Jan. 28, 2002
2Federal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:This device may not cause harmful interference.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy.If this equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, it may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by during the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interferenceby one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliancewith FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiatorand your body.Manufacturer's Disclaimer StatementThe information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment onthe part of the vendor. No warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with respect to thequality, accuracy or fitness for any particular purpose of this document. The manufacturer reserves the right tomake changes to the content of this document and/or the products associated with it at any time withoutobligation to notify any person or organization of such changes. In no event will the manufacturer be liable fordirect, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use thisproduct or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This document containsmaterials protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced ortransmitted in any form, by any means or for any purpose without expressed written consent of its authors.Product names appearing in this document are mentioned for identification purchases only. All trademarks,product names or brand names appearing in this document are registered property of their respective owners.Printed in Taiwan
3ContentsSection 1 About GL2411RT-0B……………………………....………………..51-1 Features...........................................................................................................51-2 Benefits……………………………………………………………...………61-3 Applications…………………………………………………………………71-4 Product Kit……………………………………………………………..……8Section 2 Hardware Installation………………………………………………...92-1 Equipment Requirement……………………………………………..……...92-2 Wireless Access Point Router Hardware Installation………………….……92-3 Software Limitation………………………………………………….…….102-4 The Front View…………………………………………………………….112-5 The Rear View……………………………………………….…………….11Section 3 Connect Wireless Access Point Gateway To The Network……........14Section 4 Configuring Your Wireless Access Point Router……………...……164-1 Device Information……………………………………………...…………164-2 Device Status………………………………………………………………174-3 Setup Wizard………………………………………………………………194-4 Advanced Settings…………………………………………………………254-5 System Tools………………………………………………………………31Section 5 Configuring Your Wireless Access Point Router With Telnet..……35Section 6 How To Configure Your PC To Connect The Router………………37Appendix A Specifications……………………………………………...…….51Appendix C Glossary……………………………………………………...… ..52
4Section 1 About GL2411RT-0B-4Ideal for home/SOHO users whom like to share a broadband connection without the re-connecting cost of extra IP addresses and want the flexibility of a wire-free connection.The latest SOHO wireless AP gateway router from Global Sun tech. offers freedom tonotebook, desktop PC and other internet device users: connect them to your homenetwork with the same Wi-Fi certified wireless LAN PC Card. The GL2411RT-0B-4wireless LAN AP router is an ideal solution for connecting to Cable Modem, DSL foralways-on high speed Internet access to any desktop or notebook, plus the flexibility of abuilt-in 3 ports Ethernet switch.1-1 Featuresi Web-based browser configuration for simplified management.i Up to 300 feet from the gateway.i 11Mbps wireless connection between the gateway and each device.i Wi-Fi certified for compatibility with other wireless products.i Easy initial configuration via LAN porti BR5024p has an integrated 3 built-in 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switchi Connect to a cable, xDSL or ISDN modem through an Ethernet RJ-45 WAN portfor always-on high speed Internet access.i The Serial port can be used as a dial-up backup link when the WAN port connectionis failed.i Routing (Static), Bridging, PPPoE to support a wide range of applicationsi DHCP Client and Server allow true plug-and play installations.i Network Address /Port Translation (NAT/PAT) and Virtual Server Mapping allowLANs to be served with one of few IP addressesi Support multimedia applications, such as NetMeeting, ICQ, Real Player,QuickTime, DialPad, PC Anywhere and H.323 Applications etc.
5i Firewall support for access-list control, DoS Attack prevention, statefulinspection(SPI).i PPTP server for secure remote access.i IPsec server for secure tunneling.i Provide Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Management InformationBase (MIB2).i Support VPN Pass Through for L2TP.i Wed-based firmware upgradeable.Benefitsi Enjoy the freedom of going online without wiresConnect your desktop or notebook PC to the Internet anywhere, anytime withoutwires, up to 300 feet from the gateway.i Share high-speed Internet access, personal files, Internet appliancesSupport multiple users for a single global IP address using NAT (Network AddressTranslation) or a few IP addresses using PAT (Port Address Translation) via Cable,ADSL modem. No need to string wires or carry disks to share resources or play multi-player games.i Easy to Install, Easy to ManageJust plug into power outlet and broadband modem-- no holes to drill or wires to string.No software to load. Easy Web-based installation wizard gets your wireless networkup and running in minutes.i The only solution with both wireless and wired Ethernet LAN connections11Mbps wireless data speed is as fast as many offices. 4 integrated 10/100Mbps Ethernetports support wired devices.i IPsec Server for secure tunnelBuild-in IPsec server, provide DES/3DES encryption for secure tunnels.
6i PPTP Server for secure remote accessBuilt-in PPTP server provides convenient and secure remote access for telecommutersand travelers.i Secure Internet and network dataBuilt-in firewall helps protect your network and your information from hackers, 40-bitencryption safeguards your wireless network data.A powerful packet filtering firewall ensures only authorized users can access your localnetwork, and automatically detects and combats common denial of service attacks.PAPS, CHAP & MS-CHAP are supported for authenticating Internet and inter-officeconnections.i Wi-Fi certified for compatibility with other wireless networking productsIndustry certification protects your investment as you add to or upgrade your network.Lets you use at work or school to connect to your home network.1-3 ApplicationsThe Serial of LAN products offer a fast, reliable, cost-effective solution, allowingclients to wirelessly access the network in applications such as following:1. Remote access to corporate network informationE-mail, file transfer and terminal emulation2. Difficult-to-wire environmentsHistorical or old buildings, asbestos installations, and open area where wiring isdifficult to employ3. Frequently changing environmentsRetailers, manufacturers and banks who frequently rearrange the workplace andchange location4. Temporary LANs for special projects or peak timeTrade shows, exhibitions and construction sites need temporary setup for a shorttime period. Retailers, airlines and shipping companies need additionalworkstations for a peak period. Auditors require workgroups at customer sites.
75. Access to database for mobile workersDoctors, nurses, retailers, white-collar workers need access to database whilebeing mobile in the hospital, retail store or office campus.6. SOHO (Small Office and Home Office) usersSOHO users need easy and quick installation of a small computer network.1-4 Product Kitu Wireless Access Point Router… .……………………………………….x 1u Antenna (fixed)………………………………..…………………………x 2u A/C Power Adapter………………………………...……………………x 1u Users Manual……..………………………………...……………………x 1u RJ45 Cable……………..…………………………...……………………x 1If any of the listed items are not included or found damaged, please contact your localdealer.
8Section 2 Hardware Installation2-1 Equipment RequirementInstallation of Wireless Access Point Router requires:1. An A/C power outlet (100~240V,50~60Hz) which supply the power for theWireless Access Point Router2. A 10/100 Base-T (UTP) Ethernet cable drop (RJ-45 connector)3. Microsoft I.E 4.0 or later version or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later version4. One computer with an installed 10Mbps, 100Mbps or 10/100Mbps Ethernet card5. One Modem or ISDN TA (if a dialup backup connection is needed)6. One RJ-45 ADSL/Cable Internet connection7. TCP/IP protocol installed8. UTP network Cable with a RJ-45 connection2-2 Wireless Access Point Router Hardware InstallationPlease follow these procedures while setting up the hardware:1. Site SelectionChoose a proper place for your Wireless Access Point Router.In general, the best location to place your Wireless Access Point Router to thecenter of your wireless coverage, with line of sight to all your mobile stations.2. Adjust the direction of the AntennaAdjust the direction of the antenna placement to improve the Wireless Access PointRouter’s performance. Try to place the antenna in the position which can best coverits BSS. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance willbe. The character of diversity enhances the receiving sensitivity.3. Connect the Ethernet CableWireless Access Point Router can be connected to the 10/100 Base-T Ethernetnetwork. Connect your UTP Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector of the WirelessAccess Point Router and connect the other side of UTP Ethernet cable to a hub.4. Connect the Power Cable
9Connect the power adapter cable to the DC5V Power Socket of the Wireless AccessPoint Router. ONLY use the power adapter supplied with the Wireless Access PointRouter. Otherwise, the product may be damaged.2-3 Software LimitationOperating System: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP
10LED indicators PowerLink/ActWAN Link100LinkDiagWLAN ActGreen LED will BLINK if packet is transmitting or receiving.Green LED will LIGHT when a good link is established.Green LED will LIGHT to show the status of the device.Red LED will LIGHT when the power is on.Green LED will BLINK if packet is transmitting or receiving.Green LED will LIGHT when a good link is enabled.Green LED will BLINK if packet is transmitting or receiving.Green LED will LIGHT when a good link is enabled.Green LED will BLINK if packet is transmitting or receiving.Green LED will LIGHT when a good link is enabled.Green LED will BLINK if packet is transmitting or receiving.Green LED will LIGHT when a good link is enabled.
11Section 3 Connecting Wireless Access Point GatewayRouter to the NetworkIn order to install the Wireless Access Point Gateway Router: you will need to checkyour PC’s settings and the values from your ISP before connecting your gateway to thenetwork.The information offered by your ISPl Dynamic IP settingsl Your fixed IP address for the gatewayl Your subnet mask for the gatewayl Your default gateway IP addressl Your DNS IP addressThe static IP settings for the PCl Your PC’s fixed IP addressl Your PC’s subnet maskl Your PC’s default gatewayl Your PC’s primary DNS IP addressThe dynamic IP settings for the PCWe recommend that you leave your IP settings as automatically assigned. By default, thegateway is a DHCP server, and it will give your PC the necessary IP settings.Confirm Hardware InstallationAfter you have the previous values on hand, you can begin to configure your WirelessAccess Point Gateway Router.
121. Confirm power of the equipments, on your PCs, your ADSL/Cable modem andthe Wireless Access Point Gateway Router.2. Connect the power-supply cable to the power port at the rear of the WirelessAccess Point Gateway Router. Plug the supplied power cable into a power outlet.Plug the other end into the back of the power adapter.3. Connect a network cable from one of your PCs’ Ethernet ports to one of the LANports on the back of the Wireless Access Point Gateway. Do the same with all thePCs you wish to connect to the Wireless Access Point Gateway Router.4. Connect the network cable from your ADSL/Cable modem to the WAN Ethernetport on the rear of the Wireless Access Point Gateway Router.
13Section 4 Configuring Your Wireless Access PointGateway RouterLaunch your web browser and type the device IP address (http:// 192.168.1.1) in thebrowser’s address box. This IP address is the default value of your gateway router. PressEnterThe main menu will appear. It displays all the functions that you can browse, as well assetup for the Wireless Access Point Gateway.4-1 Device information
14Displays the current settings for the Wireless Access Point Gateway.Device NameThe host name of the Wireless Access Point GatewayIP AddressThe IP address of the Wireless Access Point GatewayPrivate LAN MAC AddressThe MAC address of the Wireless Access Point Gateway LAN portPublic WAN (ADSL/Cable) MAC AddressThe MAC Address of the Wireless Access Point Gateway WAN Ethernet port Wireless MAC AddressThe MAC address of the Wireless Access Point Gateway wireless LAN port.Firmware versionDisplays the Firmware VersionWireless Firmware versionDisplays the Wireless Firmware Version4-2 Device status
15Displays the current connection status of the gateway router.WAN EthernetThe ADSL/Cable can be used, if the current connection is ADSL/Cable, it will show“ADSL/Cable: Active” otherwise it shows “Not Active”.Modem BackupThe modem can be used as a dialup backup to the ADSL/Cable connection. If the currentconnection is modem, it will show “Modem: Active,” otherwise it will show “NotActive”.Device IPShows the Device IP address, private LAN MAC address and public WAN MAC addressof the Wireless Access Point Gateway.4-3 Setup Wizard
16Setup wizard is a step-by-step process that will let you input all the basic settings.Click the SETUP WIZARDA username and password will appear. Leave the password box empty and type admin(the default username) in the username box. Click OKThe setup wizard’s page will appear.Time Settings
17Please choose the local time zone. After selecting please click Next button to continue tothe next step. You can also click the buttons on the left to set up the configuration.Device IP SettingsYou have to give your internet gateway an IP address on your network. This is not the IPaddress from your ISP but the local internal LAN IP address. The IP address“192.168.1.1” is the default value of your gateway.Device IP AddressThe internal LAN IP address of your internet gateway router.Device IP Subnet MaskThe subnet mask can usually be left as its default entry “255.255.255.0”ADSL/Cable ISP Settings
18If you would like to use ADSL/Cable ISP settings you have to enable this function byconfiguring this page. Some ISP may give you Static IP settings. If this is the case foryour ISP then you need to:Enter the IP address that is assigned by your ISPEnter the IP subnet maskEnter the ISP gateway addressEnter the DNS IP addressISP Additional Settings (PPPoE Settings)
19If you would like to use ISP additional settings you have to enable this function andconfigure this page. Some ISP use this protocol for authentication purposes; if this is thecase, you need to enter:User name: Enter the user name of your ISP account.Password: Enter the password of your ISP account.Retype password: Enter the password of your ISP account again to re-confirm.Some ISP use Host Name to authenticate the user; if this is the case, you need toenter:Host Name: Enter the name of the gateway.Some ISP require you input the LAN card MAC address; if this is the case, youneed to enter:MAC Address: Enter this LAN card MAC address.Wireless Settings
20If you would like to change wireless setting you will have to configure this page.ESSID: ESS stands for “Extended Service Set”, The ESSID is the name shared amongall points in the wireless network system, and The ESSID must be identical for all points.Channel: The value of channel can be selected from channel 1 to 11 for FCC domain,channels 1 to 13 for ETSI domain and 1 to 14 for Japan domain.Encryption: By default its “Disabled” but the manufacture would like to suggest you toenable it and select either “64 bit” or “128 bit” to ensure the network security.Authentication Type ? Indication of an authentication algorithm which can besupported by this node:1. Open System: Open System authentication is the simplest of the availableauthentication algorithms. Essentially it is a null authentication algorithm. Anystation that requests authentication with this algorithm may becomeauthenticated if dot11AuthenticationType at the recipient station is set to OpenSystem authentication.2. Shared Key: Shared Key authentication supports authentication of STAs aseither a member of those who know a shared secret key or a member of those
21who do not.Open System authentication is the default authentication algorithm.Note: If your stations want to connect the wireless Access point gateway, Please set thesame ESSID.Modem SettingsThe modem can be used as a dialup backup to the ISDN or V.90 modem connection. Ifyou would like to use modem backup you need to enable the modem settings function,click on the square shown below and input the ISP account settings.Note: If you change the baud rate settings, please check the initial string. (You can referto your manual of the modem or TA.)Save & Restart
22After you have finished making all the changes on the various pages, please click “Save& Restart” to save the settings and restart the device. After the restart, the device willfunction according to the saved settings.During the startup process the LED of the device will blink. Please wait until the blinkingof the device stops before proceeding.4-4 Advanced SettingsAdvanced settings include DHCP server, virtual server and password settings.A username and password will appear. Type “admin”in the user name box, and type the password that youhave set the device (the default is no password)Click OK
23The Advanced Settings page will appear.DHCP Server SettingsDHCP stands for Dynamic Host Control Protocol. In a network, DHCP server gives outthe local IP address when a device is booting up and request an IP address to be loggedon to the network. The device must set to “Obtain the IP address automatically”. TheWireless Access Point Gateway’s DHCP server is enabled by default. If you would liketo disable the DHCP server, uncheck the square below.IP Address Pool RangeThe IP address pool contains the range of the IP address that will automatically beassigned to the clients of your network.Default setting is from 192.168.1.3 to 192.168.1.100IP Address ReservationYou can use IP address reservation option to give particular computers on your networkthe same static IP address every time the computer is turned on.
24Virtual server settingsVirtual server settings allow clients on the Internet to access your LAN via the Internetjust like logging in to a local server. You can use the IP mapping function to access anFTP server or Telnet server etc. on your LAN via your ISP Internet connection.Wireless SettingsBeacon Interval: To change the frequency, duration, or scope of beacon messagesduring a multicast routing monitor test, The setting is for Frequency of beacon messages
25(in seconds). The default value is 100 seconds, meaning one beacon message every 100seconds.RTS Threshold: Transmitters contending for the medium may not be aware of eachother. RTS/CTS mechanism can solve this “Hidden Node Problem”. If the packet size issmaller than the preset RTS Threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will NOT beenabled. Select any number between 0 to 3000.Fragmentation: The value indicates how much of the network resources devoted torecovering packet errors. The value should remain at its default setting of 2346 bytes. Ifyou have decreased this value and experience high packet error rates, you can increase itagain, but will likely decrease overall network performance.Preamble: Select “long” or “short”. There is the “Long” or “Short” selection to ensurethat systems receiving the information correctly interpret when the data transmissionstarts. To select “Short” Preamble may be used to minimize overhead and “Long” tomaximize the network data throughput. The default value will be set for “Long”.Authentication: Select “Open System”, “Shared Key” or “Both”. In “Shared Key” mode,it is to specify whether a network key is used to authenticate to this preferred wirelessnetwork. Under 802.11 standard for wireless network, when a network key is used forauthentication, the network is operating in Shared Key authentication mode. If a networkkey is not used for authentication, the network is operating in Open System mode.DTIM Interval: Stands for “Delivery Traffic Indication Message” DTIM has to do withpower management. With every beacon comes a TIM (traffic indication map). Basically,a power-managed card wakes up and waits for a TIM. A TIM tells the client card thatthere's data waiting for it at the access point. When there's data waiting, the access pointindicates this with at DTIM message. A shorter DTIM will cause the card to wake upmore often to download waiting data. A longer DTIM will keep the card in power-savemode longer, however, since more data will be waiting, the card will have to stay onlonger to collect the waiting information. By default, it was set to 3.CFP Period: When CFP mode is selected a "Contention Free Period" is enabled afterevery DTIM, preventing any client from transmitting during this time. Themulticast/broadcast frames are then transmitted during the CFP interval, thus resulting ina higher probability of successful transmission as mulitcasts frames are not retransmitteddue to a collision. For most Windows networking installations, the Normal setting isadequate. The CFP selection is available for the rare configuration that results in lostbroadcast traffic to get lost. By default, it was set to 1.CFP MaxDuration: the maximum possible duration of the contention free period.Basic Rates: By selecting 1, 2. 5.5, or 11 Mbps. By selecting 1, 2. 5.5, or 11 Mbps.Manufacture suggests setting the rates to the lowest speed to match the slowest device on
26the network to insure there’s not data loss during transmission or broadcast.TX Rates: By selecting 1, 2. 5.5, or 11 Mbps. so the device will perform auto fall back tojustify the actual through put of the network.Static RoutingYou can add or delete Routing table, if you would like to use static Routing function. Toenter Destination IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP address field, and click addbutton. To have Static IP address means you would assign an IP address to the deviceinstead of obtain it from the DHCP server.Dynamic Routing
27You can set send and receive protocol for Dynamic Routing. RIP stands for RoutingInternet Protocol. The router itself will send out RIP protocol to notify all theworkstations on the network and also has the ability to receive the same protocol thatcomes from other router within the network. By default, it is set to disable on both sendand receive.Administration SettingsYou may reset your password; enable the log function to different IP address plusfiltering out numbers of IP address in your network.

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