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FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved byLinksys could void the user's authority to operate the device.FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementTo comply with the FCC and ANSI C95.1 RF exposure limits, the antenna(s) for thisdevice must comply with the following:• Access points with 2.4 GHz integrated antenna must operate with a separation dis-tance of at least 20 cm from all persons using the cable provided and must not beco-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.End-users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure compli-ance.Note: Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co-located.Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) NoticeThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 et CNR-210du Canada."To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be oper-ated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or itstransmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing."" Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'unelicence, il doit être utilisé à l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournirun écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé àl'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence. "EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE)Linksys Group declares that the product included conforms to the specifications listedbelow, following the provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC, EMC direc-tive 89/336/EEC, and Low Voltage directive 73/23/EEC: For 11Mbps, 2.4 GHz access points with 100 mW radios, the following standards wereapplied: • EMC: EN 301 489-1, EN 301.89-17• Safety: EN 60950• Radio: ETS 300-328-2 Technical requirements for Radio equipment.Caution: This equipment is intended to be used in all EU and EFTA countries. Outdooruse may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a license for operation.Contact local Authority for procedure to follow.Note: Combinations of power levels and antennas resulting in a radiated power level ofabove 100 mW equivalent isotropic radiated power (EIRP) are considered as not com-pliant with the above mentioned directive and are not allowed for use within the Europeancommunity and countries that have adopted the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/ECand/or the CEPT recommendation Rec 70.03. For more details on legal combinations of power levels and antennas, contact LinksysCorporate Compliance.COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARKS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright © 2004 Linksys, All RightsReserved. Linksys and the Linksys logo are registered trademarks of Linksys Group, Inc.Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of MicrosoftCorporation. All other trademarks and brand names are the property of their respectiveproprietors. LIMITED WARRANTY Linksys guarantees that every Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router will be freefrom physical defects in material and workmanship for three years from the date of pur-chase, when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications section of this UserGuide.If the product proves defective during this warranty period, go to the Linksys website atwww.linksys.comfor complete RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) assistance. Youcan also call Linksys Technical Support in order to obtain a RMA Number. BE SURE TOHAVE YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE AND A BARCODE FROM THE PRODUCT’S PACK-AGING ON HAND WHEN CALLING. RETURN REQUESTS CANNOT BE PROCESSEDWITHOUT PROOF OF PURCHASE. When returning a product, mark the RMA Numberclearly on the outside of the package and include a copy of your original proof of pur-chase. All customers located outside of the United States of America and Canada shallbe held responsible for shipping and handling charges.IN NO EVENT SHALL LINKSYS'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PROD-UCT FROM DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-AGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, ITS ACCOMPANYING SOFT-WARE, OR ITS DOCUMENTATION. LINKSYS OFFERS NO REFUNDS FOR ITS PROD-UCTS. Linksys makes no warranty or representation, expressed, implied, or statutory,with respect to its products or the contents or use of this documentation and all accom-panying software, and specifically disclaims its quality, performance, merchantability, orfitness for any particular purpose. Linksys reserves the right to revise or update its prod-ucts, software, or documentation without obligation to notify any individual or entity.Please direct all inquiries to:Linksys P.O. Box 18558, Irvine, CA 92623. SAFETY AND REGULATORY NOTICESFCC STATEMENTThe Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router has been tested and found to complywith the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-quency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that inter-ference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which is found by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router Table of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction 1The Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 1Features 2The Router’s Functions 2IP Addresses 3Router Setup Overview 4Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Dual-BandWireless A/G Broadband Router 6The Router’s Back Panel 6The Router’s Front Panel LEDs 7Chapter 3: Connect the Router 10Overview 10Wired Connection to a PC 10Wireless Connection to a PC 12Chapter 4: Configure the PCs 13Overview 13Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs 14Configuring Windows 2000 PCs 16Configuring Windows XP PCs 18Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings 20Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility 25Overview 25How to Access the Web-based Utility 25Setup 26Security 37System 39DHCP 44SNMP 46Status 47Help 50Advanced Tabs 51Advanced Wireless 52Filters 54Port Forwarding 57Routing 60• Linksys Group vakuuttaa täten Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router tyyp-pinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY, direktiivin 89/336/EEC ja direktiivin 73/23/EEColeellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien näiden direktiivien muiden ehtojenmukainen.• Linksys Group déclare que la Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router est con-forme aux conditions essentielles et aux dispositions relatives à la directive1999/5/EC, la directive 89/336/EEC, et à la directive 73/23/EEC.• Belgique B L'utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 11 (2462 MHz), 12 (2467MHz), et 13 (2472 MHz). Dans le cas d'une utilisation privée, à l'extérieur d'un bâti-ment, au-dessus d'un espace public, aucun enregistrement n'est nécessaire pourune distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enreg-istrement auprès de l'IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l'extérieur debâtiments, une licence de l'IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences,veuillez contacter l'IBPT.• France F: 2.4 GHz Bande : les canaux 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, et 2472 MHz respec-tivement) sont complétement libres d'utilisation en France (en utilisation intérieur).Pour ce qui est des autres canaux, ils peuvent être soumis à autorisation selon ledépartment. L'utilisation en extérieur est soumis à autorisation préalable et trèsrestreint. Vous pouvez contacter l'Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour de plus amples renseignements.2.4 GHz Band: only channels 10, 11, 12, 13 (2457, 2462, 2467, and 2472 MHzrespectively) may be used freely in France for indoor use. License required for out-door installations.Please contact ART (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for procedure to follow.• Deutschland D: Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwending, aber nicht genehmi-gungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.• Germany D: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for proce-dure to follow.• Italia I: E' necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l'uso interno. Verificarecon i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L'uso per installazione in esterni non e' per-messa.• Italy I: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not allowed.• The Netherlands NL License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller forprocedure to follow.• Nederlands NL Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact opmet verkoper voor juiste procedure.WRT54AG-UG-40227NC KL
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router Chapter 1: IntroductionThe Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router is like four devices in onebox! The Router function lets you securely share one high-speed Internet con-nection among your entire network, while the 4-port full duplex 10/100 Switchjump-starts your wired-Ethernet network. Connect four PCs directly, or daisy-chain out to more hubs and switches to create as big a network as you need.The Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router also contains two WirelessAccess Points, supporting all three wireless networking specifications. Thefirst Access Point uses the 2.4GHz radio band, supporting both the popular andinexpensive Wireless-B (802.11b) standard at 11Mbps, and the new, almostfive times faster, Wireless-G (802.11g) at 54Mbps. The second Access Pointradio operates in the 5GHz band, and supports Wireless-A (802.11a) network-ing, also at 54Mbps. Since the two radios operate in different bands, they canwork simultaneously, blanketing your wireless zone with bandwidth.To protect your data and privacy, the Dual-Band Wireless A/G BroadbandRouter can encrypt all wireless transmissions. The MAC Address filter letsyou decide exactly who has access to your wireless network. The Router alsoserves as a DHCP Server, has NAT technology to protect against Internetintruders, DMZ capability, supports VPN pass-through, and can be configuredto filter internal users' access to the Internet. Configuration is a snap with theweb browser-based configuration utility.With the Linksys Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router at the center ofyour home or office network, you can share a high-speed Internet connection,files, printers, and multi-player games with the flexibility, speed, and securityyou need!Appendix A: Troubleshooting 63Common Problems and Solutions 63Frequently Asked Questions 64Appendix B: How to Ping Your ISP’s E-mail &Web Addresses 82Appendix C: Configuring Wireless Security 85Appendix D: Finding the MAC Address and IPAddress for Your Ethernet Adapter 88Appendix E: Glossary 91Appendix F: Specifications 108Environmental 109Appendix G: Warranty Information 110Appendix H: Contact Information 1111The Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router What’s an IP Address?IP stands for Internet Protocol. Every device on an IP-based network, includ-ing PCs, print servers, and routers, requires an IP address to identify its “loca-tion,” or address, on the network. This applies to both the Internet and LANconnections. There are two ways of assigning an IP address to your networkdevices. You can assign static IP addresses or use the Router to assign IPaddresses dynamically.Static IP AddressesA static IP address is a fixed IP address that you assign manually to a PC orother device on the network. Since a static IP address remains valid until youdisable it, static IP addressing ensures that the device assigned it will alwayshave that same IP address until you change it. Static IP addresses must beunique and are commonly used with network devices such as server PCs orprint servers.If you use the Router to share your cable or DSL Internet connection, contactyour ISP to find out if they have assigned a static IP address to your account.If so, you will need that static IP address when configuring the Router. You canget that information from your ISP.IP AddressesNote: Since the Router is a device that connects two networks, itneeds two IP addresses—one for the LAN, and one for the Internet. Inthis User Guide, you’ll see references to the “Internet IP address” andthe “LAN IP address.”Since the Router uses NAT technology, the only IP address that can beseen from the Internet for your network is the Router’s Internet IPaddress.However, even this Internet IP address can be blocked, so that theRouter and network seem invisible to the Internet—see the BlockWAN Requests description under Filters in “Chapter 6: The Router’sWeb-based Utility.”32•Compatibility with 802.11g (2.4GHz) and 802.11b (2.4GHz) Standards•Setup Wizard for Easy Installation•Wireless Security with up to 152-bit WEP Encryption•Enhanced Security Management Functions: Internet Access Policies withTime Schedules, Website Blocking, IP and MAC Address Filtering; PortFiltering; Wireless MAC Address Filtering; and NAT Technology•Access Your Corporate Network Remotely through Virtual PrivateNetworking (VPN)—Supports IPSec and PPTP Pass-Through•Supports Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) Service, Static andDynamic Routing (RIP1 and 2), DMZ Hosting•Web-based Utility for Easy Configuration from Any Web Browser•DHCP Server Capability to Assign IP Addresses Automatically•All Ethernet Ports Support Auto-Crossover (MDI/MDI-X)—No Need forCrossover Cables•Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US Calls•1-Year Limited WarrantySimply put, a router is a network device that connects two networks together. In this instance, the Router connects your Local Area Network (LAN), or thegroup of PCs in your home or office, to the Internet. The Router processes andregulates the data that travels between these two networks.The Router’s NAT feature protects your network of PCs so users on the public,Internet side cannot “see” your PCs. This is how your network remains private.The Router protects your network by inspecting every packet coming inthrough the Internet port before delivery to the appropriate PC on your net-work. The Router inspects Internet port services like the web server, ftp server,or other Internet applications, and, if allowed, it will forward the packet to theappropriate PC on the LAN side.Remember that the Router’s ports connect to two sides. The LAN ports connectto the LAN, and the Internet port connects to the Internet. The LAN andInternet ports transmit data at 10/100Mbps.The Router’s FunctionsFeatures
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router •Chapter 4: Configure the PCsThis chapter instructs you on how to configure your PCs to be DHCP clients,if you have previously set static IP addresses on your PCs. •Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic SettingsThis chapter explains how to configure the Router using your web browserand the Router’s web-based utility. You will configure the Router for Internetaccess using the settings provided by your ISP.When you’re finished with these basic steps, you will be ready to connect to theInternet. You can also modify the Router’s settings further; for example, youcan adjust security features and other settings to enable online gaming (see“Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility”). 54Figure 1-1Cable or DSL ModemRouterPC withEthernetAdapterNotebook withWireless-G AdapterNotebook withWireless 802.11b AdapterDynamic IP AddressesA dynamic IP address is automatically assigned to a device on the network,such as PCs and print servers. These IP addresses are called “dynamic”because they are only temporarily assigned to the PC or device. After a certaintime period, they expire and may change. If a PC logs onto the network (or theInternet) and its dynamic IP address has expired, the DHCP server will auto-matically assign it a new dynamic IP address.DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) ServersPCs and other network devices using dynamic IP addressing are assigned a newIP address by a DHCP server. The PC or network device obtaining an IPaddress is called the DHCP client. DHCP frees you from having to assign IPaddresses manually every time a new user is added to your network. A DHCP server can either be a designated PC on the network or another net-work device, such as the Router. By default, the Router’s DHCP Server func-tion is enabled.If you already have a DHCP server running on your network, you must disableone of the two DHCP servers. If you run more than one DHCP server on yournetwork, you will experience network errors, such as conflicting IP addresses.To disable DHCP on the Router, see the DHCP section in “Chapter 6: TheRouter’s Web-based Utility.” This User Guide covers the steps for setting up a network with the Router (seeFigure 1-1). After going through “Chapter 2: Getting to Know the Dual-BandWireless A/G Broadband Router,” most users will only need to use the follow-ing chapters: •Chapter 3: Connect the RouterThis chapter instructs you on how to connect a cable or DSL modem to theRouter and connect your PC(s) to the Router.Router Setup OverviewNote: You should always run the Setup CD-ROM to configure theRouter for Internet access. If you wish to manually configure theRouter, you may follow the instructions in the Quick Installation guideor this User Guide.
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 76The Router’s LEDs, shown in Figure 2-2 display information about the Router’sstatus.Power Green. This LED lights up when the Router is powered on.Diag Red. The Diag LED lights up when the Router goes through its self-diagnosis mode during every boot-up. It will turn off upon successfulcompletion of the diagnosis. If this LED stays on for one minute or longer, see “Appendix A:Troubleshooting.”The Router’s Front Panel LEDsFigure 2-2The Reset ButtonThe Reset button can be used in one of two ways: 1. Reboot the Router while keeping all of its settings.If the Router is having problems connecting to the Internet, press the Resetbutton for just a moment with a paper clip or a pencil tip. This clears up anyjammed connections, and is similar to pressing the Reset button on your PCto reboot it.2. Restore the Router’s factory defaults and clear all of its settings, including anew password or wireless settings.If you are experiencing extreme problems with the Router and have tried allother troubleshooting measures, press the Reset Button and hold it down for10 seconds.Chapter 2: Getting to Knowthe Dual-Band Wireless A/GBroadband RouterThe Router’s ports are located on the Router’s back panel, as shown in Figure2-1.Internet The Internet port is where you connect your cable or DSL modemthrough an Ethernet network cable. Your modem connection willnot work from any other port. Ports 1-4 These four LAN (Local Area Network) ports connect to networkdevices, such as PCs, print servers, and network attached storage(NAS). Each of the ports will auto-detect whether a straight-through or crossover cable is plugged into it, so there is no need foran uplink port. Any one of the four ports can serve as an uplink portto other network devices.Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter. The Router’s Back PanelFigure 2-1
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router The Internet IndicatorsLink/Act Green. The Link/Act LED lights up when a successful con-nection is made between the Router and your cable or DSLmodem (the Internet). The Link/Act LED flickers when theRouter is sending or receiving data over the Internet port.Full/Col Green. The Full/Col LED serves two purposes. If this LEDis lit up solidly, the connection made through the correspon-ding port is running in full duplex mode. If the LED flickers,the connection is experiencing collisions (when two PCssend data at the same time). Infrequent collisions are normal. 100 Orange. The 100 LED lights up when a successful 100Mbpsconnection is made through the corresponding port. If this LED does not light up, then your connection speed is10Mbps.Proceed to “Chapter 3: Connect the Router.”98The WLAN IndicatorsLink Green. When the Link LED is continuously lit, the wirelessnetwork is available. The LAN IndicatorsLink/Act Green. The Link/Act LED serves two purposes. If the LEDis continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected to adevice through the corresponding port. If the LED is flicker-ing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over thatport. Full/Col Green. The Full/Col LED also serves two purposes. If thisLED is lit up solidly, the connection made through the corre-sponding port is running in full duplex mode. If the LEDflickers, the connection is experiencing collisions (when twoPCs send data at the same time). Infrequent collisions arenormal. 100 Orange. The 100 LED lights up when a successful 100Mbpsconnection is made through the corresponding port. If this LED does not light up, then your connection speed is10Mbps.
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 11103. Connect a different Ethernet networkcable from your cable or DSL modemto the Internet port on the Router’s rearpanel. This is the only port that willwork for your modem connection. 4. Power on the cable or DSL modem. 5. Connect the power adapter to theRouter’s Power port, and then plug thepower adapter into a power outlet. •The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the poweradapter is connected properly.•The Diag LED will light up red for a few seconds. It will turn off when theself-test is complete. If this LED stays on for one minute or longer, see“Appendix A: Troubleshooting.”6. Power on one of your PCs.Note: You should always plugthe Router’s power adapter intoa power strip with surge pro-tection.Figure 3-2Figure 3-3Have you checked that the Link/Act LEDs for all your LAN con-nections and the Link LED for your Internet connection light up? If all of your Link LEDs are not lighting up, make sure that all yourcables are securely plugged in, and that all of your hardware is pow-ered on properly. Verify that the modem is plugged into the Internetport on the Router.Chapter 3: Connect the Router The Router’s setup consists of more than simply plugging hardware together.You will have to configure your networked PCs to accept the IP addresses thatthe Router assigns them (if applicable), and you will also have to configure theRouter with setting(s) provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).The installation technician from your ISP should have left the setup informa-tion for your modem with you after installing your broadband connection. Ifnot, you can call your ISP to request that data. Once you have the setup information you need for your specific type of Internetconnection, you can begin installation and setup of the Router.If you want to use a PC with an Ethernet adapter to configure the Router, go to“Wired Connection to a PC.” If you want to use a PC with a wireless adapterto configure the Router, go to “Wireless Connection to a PC and Boot-Up.”1. Before you begin, make sure that all ofyour network’s hardware is poweredoff, including the Router, PCs, andcable or DSL modem.2. Connect one end of an Ethernet net-work cable to one of the LAN ports(labeled 1-4) on the back of theRouter, and the other end to anEthernet port on a PC. Repeat this step to connect more PCs, a switch, or other network devices tothe Router.OverviewWired Connection to a PCFigure 3-1
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router Chapter 4: Configure the PCsThe instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your comput-ers to be able to communicate with the Router.To do this, you need to configure your PC’s network settings to obtain an IP (orTCP/IP) address automatically, so your PC can function as a DHCP client.Computers use IP addresses to communicate with the Router and each otheracross a network, such as the Internet. First, find out which Windows operating system your computer is running. Youcan find out by clicking the Start button. Read the side panel of the Start menuto find out which operating system your PC is running.You may need to do this for each computer you are connecting to the Router.The next few pages tell you, step by step, how to configure your network set-tings based on the type of Windows operating system you are using. Make surethat an Ethernet or wireless adapter (also known as a network adapter) has beensuccessfully installed in each PC you will configure. Once you’ve configuredyour computers, continue to “Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s BasicSettings.” 1312Important: By default Windows 98, 2000, Me, and XP hasTCP/IP installed and set to obtain an IP address automatically. If your PC does not have TCP/IP installed, click Start and thenHelp. Search for the keyword TCP/IP. Then follow the instruc-tions to install TCP/IP.OverviewIf you want to use a wireless connection to access the Router, follow theseinstructions:1. Before you begin, make sure that all ofyour network’s hardware is poweredoff, including the Router, PCs, andcable or DSL modem.2. Connect an Ethernet network cablefrom your cable or DSL modem to theInternet port on the Router’s rearpanel. This is the only port that willwork for your modem connection. 3. Power on the cable or DSL modem. 4. Connect the power adapter to the Power port, and then plug the poweradapter into a power outlet. •The Power LED on the front panel will light up green as soon as the poweradapter is connected properly.•The Diag LED will light up red for a few seconds and turn off when the self-test is complete. If this LED stays on for one minute or longer, see “AppendixA: Troubleshooting.”4. Power on one of the PCs on your wireless network(s).5. For initial access to the Router through a wireless connection, make sure thePC’s wireless adapter has its SSID set to linksys (the Router’s default set-ting), and its WEP encryption is disabled. After you have accessed theRouter, you can change the Router and this PC’s adapter settings to matchthe your usual network settings.The Router’s hardware installation is now complete.Go to “Chapter 4: Configure the PCs.”Wireless Connection to a PCNote: You should always plug the Router’s power adapter into a powerstrip with surge protection.Figure 3-4Note: You should always change the SSID from its default, linksys,and enable WEP encryption.
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 3. Click the IP Address tab. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.4. Now click the Gateway tab, and verify that the Installed Gateway field isblank. Click the OK button.5. Click the OK button again. Windows may ask you for the original Windowsinstallation disk or additional files. Check for the files at c:\windows\options\cabs, or insert your Windows CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive and check the correct file location, e.g., D:\win98, D:\win9x,etc. (if “D” is the letter of your CD-ROM drive).6. Windows may ask you to restart your PC. Click the Ye s button. If Windowsdoes not ask you to restart, restart your computer anyway.Go to “Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings.”151. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon.Double-click the Network icon.2. On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line for the applicableEthernet adapter. Do not choose a TCP/IP entry whose name mentionsDUN, PPPoE, VPN, or AOL. If the word TCP/IP appears by itself, selectthat line. Click the Properties button.14Figure 4-2Figure 4-1Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. HighlightInternet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button.4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new windowappears, click the OK button. Click the OK button again to complete thePC configuration.5. Restart your computer.Go to “Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings.”171. Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon.Double-click the Network and Dial-up Connections icon.2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter(usually it is the first Local Area Connection listed). Double-click theLocal Area Connection. Click the Properties button.16Figure 4-4Figure 4-5Configuring Windows 2000 PCsFigure 4-3
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 3. Make sure the box next to Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is checked. HighlightInternet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button.4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. Once the new windowappears, click the OK button. Click the OK button again to complete thePC configuration.Go to “Chapter 5: Configure the Router’s Basic Settings.”19The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with thedefault interface. If you are using the Classic interface (where the icons andmenus look like previous Windows versions), please follow the instructions forWindows 2000.1. Click the Start button and then the Control Panel icon. Click the Networkand Internet Connections icon. Then click the Network Connectionsicon.2. Select the Local Area Connection icon for the applicable Ethernet adapter(usually it is the first Local Area Connection listed). Double-click theLocal Area Connection. Click the Properties button. 18Figure 4-7Figure 4-8Configuring Windows XP PCsFigure 4-6
Dual-Band Wireless A/G Broadband Router 21203. The web-based utility will appear with the Setup tab selected. Select thetime zone for your location. If your location experiences daylight savings,leave the checkmark in the box next to Automatically adjust clock for day-light saving changes. 4. Based on the setup instructions from your ISP, you may need to provide theHost Name and Domain Name (usually cable ISPs require them). Thesefields allow you to provide a host name and domain name for the Routerand are usually left blank.The values for the Router’s LAN IP Address and Subnet Mask are shownon the Setup screen. The default values are 192.168.1.1 for the IP Addressand 255.255.255.0 for the Subnet Mask.5. The Router supports four connection types: Automatic Configuration -DHCP (obtain an IP automatically), Static IP, PPPoE, and PPTP. Thesetypes are listed in the drop-down menu for the Configuration Type setting.Each Setup screen and available features will differ depending on what kindof connection type you select. Proceed to the instructions for the connec-tion type you are using, and then continue to step 6.IMPORTANT: If you have previously enabled any Internet-sharingproxy server software on any of your PCs, you must disable it now. Some examples of Internet-sharing software are Internet LanBridge,Wingate, ICS, and Sygate. To disable your Internet-sharing software: • If you are running Netscape Navigator, click Edit, Preferences,Advanced, and Proxies. Click Direct Connection to the Internet.• If you are running Internet Explorer 5.x or higher, click Tools,Settings, Control Panel, Internet Options, Connections, andLAN Settings. Remove checkmarks from all three boxes. Click theOK button to continue.You must also disable any Internet log-on software (such as IvasionWinpoet or Enternet 300) and any firewall software (such asZoneAlarm and Watchdog) on all of your PCs. Chapter 5: Configure the Router’sBasic Settings This chapter will show you how to configure the Router to function in yournetwork and gain access to the Internet through your Internet Service Provider(ISP). Detailed description of the Router’s web-based utility can be found in“Chapter 6: The Router’s Web-based Utility.” The instructions from your ISP tell you how to set up your PC for Internetaccess. Because you are now using the Router to share Internet access amongseveral computers, you will use the setup information to configure the Routerinstead of your PC. You only need to configure the Router once using the firstcomputer you set up.1. Open your web browser. Enter http://192.168.1.1 (the Router’s default IPaddress) in the webbrowser’s Addressfield, as shown inFigure 5-1. Pressthe Enter key.2. An Enter Network Password window, shown in Figure 5-2, will appear.(Windows XP userswill see a similarscreen.) Leave theUser Name fieldempty, and enteradmin in lowercaseletters in thePassword field(admin is thedefault password).Then, click the OKbutton. Figure 5-1Note: For added security, you should change the password throughthe Security screen of the web-based utility.Figure 5-2Note: The Wireless section of the Setup screen may change depend-ing upon your wireless settings.

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