LINKSYS WTSLGS Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SB User Manual Book

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Users Manual 1

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Model No.
Media Storage Link Router
Wireless-G
WRTSL54GS
User Guide
WIRELESS
GHz
2.4
802.11g
with SpeedBooster
Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster
Copyright and Trademarks
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How to Use This User Guide
This User Guide has been designed to make understanding networking with the Wireless-G Media Storage Link
Router with SpeedBooster easier than ever. Look for the following items when reading this User Guide:
In addition to these symbols, there are definitions for technical terms that are presented like this:
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while using the Router.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this User Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode 4
Network Layout 4
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router 6
The Back Panel 6
The Front Panel 7
Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router 8
Instructions for Connecting the Router 8
Placement Options 10
Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router 12
Overview 12
The Setup Tab - Basic Setup 13
The Setup Tab - DDNS 18
The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 19
The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing 20
The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security 24
The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 27
The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 28
The Security Tab - Firewall 30
The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 31
The Storage Tab - Disk 32
The Storage Tab - Share 33
The Storage Tab - Administration 34
The Storage Tab - Media Server 36
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 37
The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 39
The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 40
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 41
The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS 42
The Administration Tab - Management 44
The Administration Tab - Log 45
The Administration Tab - Diagnostics 46
The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 47
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 47
The Administration Tab - Config Management 47
The Status Tab - Router 48
The Status Tab - Local Network 49
The Status Tab - Wireless 50
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 51
Common Problems and Solutions 51
Frequently Asked Questions 59
Appendix B: Wireless Security 67
Security Precautions 67
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 67
Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware 70
Appendix D: Windows Help 71
Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for Your
Ethernet Adapter 72
Windows 98SE or Me Instructions 72
Windows 2000 or XP Instructions 72
For the Router’s Web-based Utility 73
Appendix F: Glossary 74
Appendix G: Specifications 79
Appendix H: Warranty Information 81
Appendix I: Regulatory Information 82
Appendix J: Contact Information 88
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List of Figures
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel 6
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel 7
Figure 4-1: Connect the USB Disk 8
Figure 4-2: Connect the Broadband Modem 9
Figure 4-3: Connect Your Network Devices 9
Figure 4-4: Connect the Power 10
Figure 4-5: Stand in Closed Position 10
Figure 4-6: Wall-Mount Slots 11
Figure 5-1: Login Screen 12
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup 13
Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type 13
Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type 13
Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type 14
Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type 14
Figure 5-7: L2TP Connection Type 15
Figure 5-8: Telstra Cable Connection Type 15
Figure 5-9: Optional Settings 16
Figure 5-10: Router IP 16
Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings 16
Figure 5-12: Time Setting 17
Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org) 18
Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.com) 18
Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone 19
Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway) 20
Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router) 20
Figure 5-18: Routing Table Entry List 21
Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings 22
Figure 5-20: SecureEasySetup Ready Screen 23
Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Personal) 24
Figure 5-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA Enterprise) 24
Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Personal) 25
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Figure 5-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2 Enterprise) 25
Figure 5-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS) 26
Figure 5-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP) 26
Figure 5-27: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter 27
Figure 5-28: MAC Address Filter List 27
Figure 5-29: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings 28
Figure 5-30: Security Tab - Firewall 30
Figure 5-31: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough 31
Figure 5-32: Storage Tab - Disk 32
Figure 5-33: Claim Disk 32
Figure 5-34: Storage Tab - Claimed Disk 32
Figure 5-35: Storage Tab - Share 33
Figure 5-36: Share Properties 33
Figure 5-37: Share Access 33
Figure 5-38: Storage Tab - Administration 34
Figure 5-39: User Properties 34
Figure 5-40: Modify - Group Properties 34
Figure 5-41: Create New Group - Group Properties 35
Figure 5-42: Storage Tab - Media Server 36
Figure 5-43: Partition List 36
Figure 5-44: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access 37
Figure 5-45: Internet Policy Summary 37
Figure 5-46: List of PCs 38
Figure 5-47: Port Services 38
Figure 5-48: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward 39
Figure 5-49: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Triggering 40
Figure 5-50: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ 41
Figure 5-51: Applications and Gaming Tab - QOS 42
Figure 5-52: Administration Tab - Management 44
Figure 5-53: Administration Tab - Log 45
Figure 5-54: Incoming Log Table 45
Figure 5-55: Outgoing Log Table 45
Figure 5-56: Administration Tab - Diagnostics 46
Figure 5-57: The Ping Test 46
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Figure 5-58: The Traceroute Test 46
Figure 5-59: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults 47
Figure 5-60: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade 47
Figure 5-61: Administration Tab - Config Management 47
Figure 5-62: Status Tab - Router 48
Figure 5-63: Status Tab - Local Network 49
Figure 5-64: DHCP Clients Table 49
Figure 5-65: Status Tab - Wireless 50
Figure C-1: Upgrade Firmware 70
Figure E-1: IP Configuration Screen 72
Figure E-2: MAC Address/Adapter Address 72
Figure E-3: MAC Address/Physical Address 72
Figure E-4: MAC Address Filter List 73
Figure E-5: MAC Address Clone 73
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Linksys Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster. The Router will
allow you to network wirelessly better than ever, sharing Internet access, files and fun, easily and securely.
How does the Router do all of this? A router is a device that allows access to an Internet connection over a
network. With the Router, this access can be shared over the four switched ports or via the wireless broadcast at
up to 11Mbps for Wireless-B or up to 54Mbps for Wireless-G.
The Router also has a built-in media server, so it can stream music, video, and pictures from a USB hard disk to a
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP)-compatible media adapter. You won’t need a computer to manage the content;
instead, let the Router can do that for you.
Use the WPA standard to secure your wireless network while the whole network is protected through a Stateful
Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) technology. The Router’s
SecureEasySetup™ feature makes it a snap to set up WPA when you have other SecureEasySetup devices—
notebooks, printers, other peripherals—comprising your network. Run the Setup Wizard and it will guide you
through the steps. You can also access the Router’s features through the easy-to-use, browser-based utility.
But what does all of this mean?
Networks are useful tools for sharing computer resources. You can access one printer from different computers
and access data located on another computer's hard drive. Networks are even used for playing multiplayer video
games. So, networks are not only useful in homes and offices, they can also be fun.
PCs on a wired network create a LAN, or Local Area Network. They are connected with Ethernet cables, which is
why the network is called “wired”.
PCs equipped with wireless cards or adapters can communicate without cumbersome cables. By sharing the
same wireless settings, within their transmission radius, they form a wireless network. This is sometimes called
a WLAN, or Wireless Local Area Network. The Router bridges wireless networks of both 802.11b and 802.11g
standards and wired networks, allowing them to communicate with each other.
With your networks all connected, wired, wireless, and the Internet, you can now share files and Internet
access—and even play games. All the while, the Router protects your networks from unauthorized and
unwelcome users.
lan (local area network): The computers and
networking products that make up the network in
your home or office.
nat (network address translation): NAT technology
translates IP addresses of a local area network to a
different IP address for the Internet.
wpa (wi-fi protected access): a wireless security
protocol using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol)
encryption, which can be used in conjunction with a
RADIUS server.
spi (stateful packet inspection) firewall: a technology
that inspects incoming packets of information before
allowing them to enter the network.
firewall: Security measures that protect the
resources of a local network from intruders.
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What’s in this User Guide?
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Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run
the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then use the instructions in this Guide to help you connect the
Router, set it up, and configure it to bridge your different networks. These instructions should be all you need to
get the most out of the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster.
What’s in this User Guide?
This user guide covers the steps for setting up and using the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with
SpeedBooster.
• Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.
• Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.
• Chapter 3: Getting to Know the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
This chapter describes the physical features of the Router.
• Chapter 4: Connecting the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your network.
• Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
This chapter explains how to use the Web-based Utility to configure the settings on the Router.
• Appendix A: Troubleshooting
This appendix describes some problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding
installation and use of the Router.
• Appendix B: Wireless Security
This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.
• Appendix C: Upgrading Firmware
This appendix instructs you on how to upgrade the firmware on the Router should you need to do so.
• Appendix D: Windows Help
This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing
the TCP/IP protocol.
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• Appendix E: Finding the MAC Address and IP Address for your Ethernet Adapter.
This appendix describes how to find the MAC address for your computer’s Ethernet adapter so you can use
the MAC filtering and/or MAC address cloning feature of the Router.
• Appendix F: Glossary
This appendix gives a brief glossary of terms frequently used in networking.
• Appendix G: Specifications
This appendix provides the technical specifications for the Router.
• Appendix H: Warranty Information
This appendix supplies the warranty information for the Router.
• Appendix I: Regulatory Information
This appendix supplies the regulatory information regarding the Router.
• Appendix J: Contact Information
This appendix provides contact information for a variety of Linksys resources, including Technical Support.
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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
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Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network
Network Topology
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is exactly like a regular local area network (LAN), except that each
computer in the WLAN uses a wireless device to connect to the network. Computers in a WLAN share the same
frequency channel and SSID, which is an identification name shared by the wireless devices belonging to the
same wireless network.
Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure Mode
Unlike wired networks, wireless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up: infrastructure
and ad-hoc. An infrastructure configuration is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an
access point. An ad-hoc configuration is wireless-equipped computers communicating directly with each other.
Choosing between these two modes depends on whether or not the wireless network needs to share data or
peripherals with a wired network or not.
If the computers on the wireless network need to be accessible by a wired network or need to share a peripheral,
such as a printer, with the wired network computers, the wireless network should be set up in Infrastructure
mode. The basis of Infrastructure mode centers around a wireless router or an access point, such as the
Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster, which serves as the main point of communications in
a wireless network. The Router transmits data to PCs equipped with wireless network adapters, which can roam
within a certain radial range of the Router. You can arrange the Router and multiple access points to work in
succession to extend the roaming range, and you can set up your wireless network to communicate with your
Ethernet hardware as well.
If the wireless network is relatively small and needs to share resources only with the other computers on the
wireless network, then the Ad-Hoc mode can be used. Ad-Hoc mode allows computers equipped with wireless
transmitters and receivers to communicate directly with each other, eliminating the need for a wireless router or
access point. The drawback of this mode is that in Ad-Hoc mode, wireless-equipped computers are not able to
communicate with computers on a wired network. And, of course, communication between the wireless-
equipped computers is limited by the distance and interference directly between them.
Network Layout
The Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router with SpeedBooster has been specifically designed for use with both
your 802.11b and 802.11g products. The Router is compatible with all 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, such as the
infrastructure: a wireless network that is bridged
to a wired network via an access point.
ssid (service set identifier): your wireless network’s name.
ad-hoc: a group of wireless devices
communicating directly to each other (peer-to-
peer) without the use of an access point.
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Notebook Adapters for your laptop computers, PCI Adapters for your desktop PCs, and USB Adapters when you
want to enjoy USB connectivity. The Router will also communicate with the Wireless PrintServer and Wireless
Ethernet Bridges.
When you wish to connect your wireless network with your wired network, you can use the Router’s four Ethernet
LAN ports. To add more ports, any of the Router's Ethernet LAN ports can be connected to any of Linksys's
switches.
With these, and many other, Linksys products, your networking options are limitless. Go to the Linksys website at
www.linksys.com for more information about products that work with the Wireless-G Media Storage Link Router
with SpeedBooster.
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The Back Panel
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The Back Panel
The Router's ports, where the cables are connected, are located on the back panel.
USB The USB port is where you will connect a USB flash disk or hard drive. You can attach a disk
containing media files, so you can stream music, video, or pictures to a media adapter without
using a computer.
Internet The Internet port is where you will connect your broadband Internet connection.
1, 2, 3, 4 These ports (1, 2, 3, 4) connect the Router to your networked PCs and other Ethernet network
devices.
Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Router's factory defaults. Either press the Reset Button, for
approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Administration tab - Factory
Defaults in the Router's Web-based Utility.
Power The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.
IMPORTANT: Resetting the Router will erase
all of your settings (Internet connection,
wireless security, and other settings) and
replace them with the factory defaults. Do not
reset the Router if you want to retain these
settings.
Figure 3-1: The Router’s Back Panel
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The Front Panel
The Router’s SecureEasySetup button and LEDs are located on the front panel.
SecureEasySetupOrange/White. SecureEasySetup configures the Router with a wireless network name (also
called an SSID) and wireless security settings using a method called WPA-Personal.
The Router’s SecureEasySetup button lights up and will stay orange when the Router is
powered on. The color orange indicates that the Router is not using SecureEasySetup, while
the color white indicates that the Router is using SecureEasySetup. When the Router enters
SecureEasySetup mode, the button will turn white and start flashing. After the Router has
generated new wireless settings, the button will stop flashing and stay white.
To clear the SecureEasySetup settings, press and hold down the SecureEasySetup button for
five seconds. The button will flash slowly as the Router resets its wireless settings to the
factory defaults. The button will turn orange to indicate a successful reset.
Power Green. The Power LED lights up and will stay on while the Router is powered on. When the
Router goes through its self-diagnostic mode during every boot-up, this LED will flash. When
the diagnostic is complete, the LED will be solidly lit.
USB Green. The USB LED lights up when a USB drive is connected through the USB port. If the LED
is flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the USB connection.
DMZ Green. The DMZ LED lights up and will stay on while the DMZ function is being used.
GGreen. The G LED lights up whenever there is a successful wireless connection. If the LED is
flashing, the Router is actively sending or receiving data over the network.
1, 2, 3, 4 Green. These numbered LEDs, corresponding with the numbered ports on the Router’s back
panel, serve two purposes. If the LED is continuously lit, the Router is successfully connected
to a device through that port. A flashing LED indicates network activity over that port.
Internet Green. The Internet LED lights up when there is a connection made through the Internet port.
Figure 3-2: The Router’s Front Panel
NOTE: SecureEasySetup is a feature that makes it
easy to set up your wireless network. If you have
SecureEasySetup devices, run the Router’s Setup
Wizard CD-ROM and follow the on-screen
instructions to use SecureEasySetup.
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Instructions for Connecting the Router
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Instructions for Connecting the Router
1. Power down your network devices.
2. Locate an optimum location for the Router. The best place for the Router is usually at the center of your
wireless network, with line of sight to all of your mobile stations.
3. Fix the direction of the antenna. Try to place the Router in a position that will best cover your wireless
network. Normally, the higher you place the antenna, the better the performance will be.
4. Connect a USB cable to the Router’s USB port. Then, connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB hard
disk. (If you have a USB flash drive, you can connect it directly to the Router.)
Figure 4-1: Connect the USB Disk
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5. Connect a standard Ethernet network cable to the Router’s Internet port. Then, connect the other end of the
Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL modem.
6. Connect your network PCs or Ethernet devices to the Router’s numbered ports using standard Ethernet
network cabling.
Figure 4-2: Connect the Broadband Modem
Figure 4-3: Connect Your Network Devices
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7. Connect the AC power adapter to the Router's Power port and the other end into an electrical outlet. Only use
the power adapter supplied with the Router. Use of a different adapter may result in product damage.
Proceed to the following section, “Placement Options.”
Placement Options
There are three ways to place the Router. The first way is to place it horizontally on a surface, so it sits on its four
rubber feet. The second way is to stand the Router vertically on a surface (this uses its built-in stand). The third
way is to mount it on a wall. The second and third options are explained in further detail below.
Stand Option
If you place the Gateway flat on a surface, then you can leave the stand in the closed position. However, if you
want the Gateway to be upright, swivel the stand clockwise 90º and position the Gateway accordingly.
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G
Media Storage Link Router,” for directions on how to configure the Router.
Wall-Mount Option
The Router has four wall-mount slots on its bottom panel. The distance between two adjacent slots is
2.36 inches (60 mm).
Before you begin, make sure you have two screws that are size #4—this indicates a diameter measurement of
0.112 inches (2.845 mm).
1. Determine where you want to mount the Router.
Figure 4-4: Connect the Power
IMPORTANT: Make sure you use the power
adapter that is supplied with the Router. Use of a
different power adapter could damage the Router.
Figure 4-5: Stand in Closed Position
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2. Drill two holes into the wall. Make sure adjacent holes are 2.36 inches (60 mm) apart.
3. Insert a screw into each hole, and leave 0.2 inches (5 mm) of its head exposed.
4. Maneuver the Router so the wall-mount slots line up with the two screws.
5. Place the wall-mount slots over the screws and slide the Router down until the screws fit snugly into the wall-
mount slots.
Now that the hardware installation is complete, proceed to “Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G
Media Storage Link Router,” for directions on how to configure the Router.
2.36 inches
(60 mm)
Figure 4-6: Wall-Mount Slots
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Overview
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Chapter 5: Configuring the Wireless-G Media Storage Link
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Overview
Linksys recommends using the Setup CD-ROM for first-time installation of the Router. If you do not wish to run
the Setup Wizard on the Setup CD-ROM, then you can use the Web-based Utility to configure the Router. For
advanced users, you may configure the Router’s advanced settings through the Web-based Utility.
This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed
via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Router. For a basic network setup, most users
will use these two screens of the Utility:
• Basic Setup. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your ISP.
• Management. Click the Administration tab and then the Management tab. The Router’s default password is
admin. To secure the Router, change the Password from its default.
There are eight main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Storage, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming,
Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.
To access the Web-based Utility, launch Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator, and enter the Router’s default IP
address, 192.168.1.1, in the Address field. Then press Enter.
A login screen will appear. (Non-Windows XP users will see a similar screen.) Leave the User Name field blank.
The first time you open the Web-based Utility, use the default password admin. (You can set a new password
from the Administration tab’s Management screen.) Then click the OK button.
HAVE YOU: Enabled TCP/IP on your PCs? PCs
communicate over the network with this protocol.
Refer to “Appendix D: Windows Help” for more
information on TCP/IP.
NOTE: For first-time installation, Linksys
recommends using the Setup Wizard on the Setup
CD-ROM. If you want to configure advanced settings,
use this chapter to learn about the Web-based Utility.
Figure 5-1: Login Screen
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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
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The Setup Tab - Basic Setup
The first screen that appears displays the Setup tab. This allows you to change the Router's general settings.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Internet Setup
The Internet Setup section configures the Router to your Internet connection. Most of this information can be
obtained through your ISP.
Internet Connection Type
Choose the type of Internet connection your ISP provides from the drop-down menu.
•DHCP. By default, the Router’s Internet Connection Type is set to Automatic Configuration - DHCP, which
should be kept only if your ISP supports DHCP or you are connecting through a dynamic IP address.
•Static IP. If you are required to use a permanent IP address to connect to the Internet, select Static IP.
Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, when seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide you
with the IP Address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP
will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address, which is the ISP server’s IP address.
Static DNS 1-3. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS (Domain Name System) Server IP Address.
Figure 5-2: Setup Tab - Basic Setup
Figure 5-3: DHCP Connection Type
Figure 5-4: Static IP Connection Type
static IP address: a fixed address
assigned to a computer or device
connected to a network.
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•PPPoE. Some DSL-based ISPs use PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) to establish Internet
connections. If you are connected to the Internet through a DSL line, check with your ISP to see if they use
PPPoE. If they do, you will have to enable PPPoE.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
•PPTP. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) is a service that applies to connections in Europe only.
Specify Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s IP address, as seen from the Internet. Your ISP will provide
you with the IP Address you need to specify here.
Subnet Mask. This is the Router’s Subnet Mask, as seen by users on the Internet (including your ISP). Your ISP
will provide you with the Subnet Mask.
Gateway. Your ISP will provide you with the Gateway Address.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
Figure 5-5: PPPoE Connection Type
Figure 5-6: PPTP Connection Type
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•L2TP. If you are using an L2TP (Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol) connection, then select L2TP.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
L2TP Server. Enter the IP address of the L2TP server you are using; this should be provided by your ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
•Telstra Cable. Telstra Cable is a service that applies to connections in Australia only. If your ISP uses Heart
Beat Signal, then select Telstra Cable.
User Name and Password. Enter the User Name and Password provided by your ISP.
Heart Beat Server. Enter the IP address of the Heart Beat Server you are using; this should be provided by your
ISP.
Connect on Demand: Max Idle Time. You can configure the Router to cut the Internet connection after it has
been inactive for a specified period of time (Max Idle Time). If your Internet connection has been terminated
due to inactivity, Connect on Demand enables the Router to automatically re-establish your connection as
soon as you attempt to access the Internet again. If you wish to activate Connect on Demand, click the radio
button. In the Max Idle Time field, enter the number of minutes you want to have elapsed before your Internet
connection terminates.
Keep Alive Option: Redial Period. If you select this option, the Router will periodically check your Internet
connection. If you are disconnected, then the Router will automatically re-establish your connection. To use
this option, click the radio button next to Keep Alive. In the Redial Period field, you specify how often you want
the Router to check the Internet connection. The default Redial Period is 30 seconds.
Figure 5-7: L2TP Connection Type
Figure 5-8: Telstra Cable Connection Type
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Optional Settings
Some of these settings may be required by your ISP. Verify with your ISP before making any changes.
Router Name. In this field, you can type a name of up to 39 characters to represent the Router.
Host Name/Domain Name. These fields allow you to supply a host and domain name for the Router. Some ISPs,
usually cable ISPs, require these names as identification. You may have to check with your ISP to see if your
broadband Internet service has been configured with a host and domain name. In most cases, leaving these
fields blank will work.
MTU. MTU is the Maximum Transmission Unit. It specifies the largest packet size permitted for Internet
transmission. The default setting, Manual, allows you to enter the largest packet size that will be transmitted.
The recommended size, entered in the Size field, is 1492. You should leave this value in the 1200 to 1500 range.
To have the Router select the best MTU for your Internet connection, select Auto.
Network Setup
The Network Setup section changes the settings on the network connected to the Router’s Ethernet ports.
Wireless Setup is performed through the Wireless tab.
Router IP
This presents both the Router’s IP Address and Subnet Mask as seen by your network.
Network Address Server Settings (DHCP)
The settings allow you to configure the Router’s Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server function. The
Router can be used as a DHCP server for your network. A DHCP server automatically assigns an IP address to
each computer on your network. If you choose to enable the Router’s DHCP server option, you must configure all
of your network PCs to connect to a DHCP server (the Router), and make sure there is no other DHCP server on
your network.
DHCP Server. DHCP is enabled by factory default. If you already have a DHCP server on your network, or you
don’t want a DHCP server, then click the Disable radio button (no other DHCP features will be available).
Starting IP Address. Enter a value for the DHCP server to start with when issuing IP addresses. Because the
Router’s default IP address is 192.168.1.1, the Starting IP Address must be 192.168.1.2 or greater, but smaller
than 192.168.1.253. The default Starting IP Address is 192.168.1.100.
Figure 5-11: Network Address Server Settings
Figure 5-10: Router IP
Figure 5-9: Optional Settings
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Maximum Number of DHCP Users. Enter the maximum number of PCs that you want the DHCP server to assign
IP addresses to. This number cannot be greater than 253. The default is 50.
Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a network user will be allowed connection to the
Router with their current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the user will be “leased”
this dynamic IP address. After the time is up, the user will be automatically assigned a new dynamic IP address.
The default is 0 minutes, which means one day.
Static DNS (1-3). The Domain Name System (DNS) is how the Internet translates domain or website names into
Internet addresses or URLs. Your ISP will provide you with at least one DNS Server IP Address. If you wish to use
another, type that IP Address in one of these fields. You can type up to three DNS Server IP Addresses here. The
Router will use these for quicker access to functioning DNS servers.
WINS. The Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS) manages each PC’s interaction with the Internet. If you use
a WINS server, enter that server’s IP Address here. Otherwise, leave this blank.
Time Setting
Change the time zone in which your network functions from this pull-down menu. (You can even automatically
adjust for daylight savings time.)
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-12: Time Setting
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The Setup Tab - DDNS
The Router offers a Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature. DDNS lets you assign a fixed host and domain
name to a dynamic Internet IP address. It is useful when you are hosting your own website, FTP server, or other
server behind the Router. Before you can use this feature, you need to sign up for DDNS service with a DDNS
service provider, www.dyndns.org or www.TZO.com.
DDNS
DDNS Service. From this pull-down menu, enter the DDNS service with which you have membership.
DynDNS.org
User Name. Enter the User Name for your DDNS account
Password. Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Host Name. The is the DDNS URL assigned by the DDNS service.
Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s current IP Address as seen on the Internet.
Status. This displays the status of the DDNS connection.
TZO.com
E-mail Address. Enter the E-mail Address for your DDNS account
Password. Enter the Password for your DDNS account.
Domain Name. Enter the Domain Name for your DDNS service.
Internet IP Address. This is the Router’s current IP Address as seen on the Internet.
Status. This displays the status of the DDNS connection.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-13: Setup Tab - DDNS (DynDNS.org)
Figure 5-14: Setup Tab - DDNS (TZO.com)
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The Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
A MAC address is a 12-digit code assigned to a unique piece of hardware for identification. Some ISPs will
require you to register a MAC address in order to access the Internet. If you do not wish to re-register the MAC
address with your ISP, you may assign the MAC address you have currently registered with your ISP to the Router
with the MAC Address Clone feature.
MAC Clone
Enable/Disable. To have the MAC Address cloned, click the radio button beside Enable.
User Defined Entry. Enter the MAC Address registered with your ISP here.
Clone Your PC’s MAC. Clicking this button will clone the MAC address.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-15: Setup Tab - MAC Address Clone
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The Setup Tab - Advanced Routing
This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced functions. Operating Mode allows you to select the type(s) of
advanced functions you use. Dynamic Routing will automatically adjust how packets travel on your network. Static
Routing sets up a fixed route to another network destination.
Advanced Routing
Operating Mode
Select the mode in which this Router will function. If this Router is hosting your network’s connection to the
Internet, select
Gateway
. If another Router exists on your network, select
Router
. When Router is chosen,
Dynamic
Routing
will be enabled.
Dynamic Routing
This feature enables the Router to automatically adjust to physical changes in the network’s layout and exchange
routing tables with the other router(s). The Router determines the network packets’ route based on the fewest
number of hops between the source and the destination.
RIP
. This feature is
Disabled
by default. From the drop-down menu, you can also select
LAN & Wireless
, which
performs dynamic routing over your Ethernet and wireless networks. You can also select
WAN
, which performs
dynamic routing with data coming from the Internet. Finally, selecting
Both
enables dynamic routing for both
networks, as well as data from the Internet.
Static Routing
To set up a static route between the Router and another network, select a number from the Static Routing drop-
down list. (A static route is a pre-determined pathway that network information must travel to reach a specific host
or network.) Enter the information described below to set up a new static route. (Click the
Delete This Entry
button
to delete a static route.)
Enter Route Name
. Enter a name for the Route here, using a maximum of 25 alphanumeric characters.
Destination LAN IP
. The Destination LAN IP is the address of the remote network or host to which you want to
assign a static route.
Subnet Mask
. The Subnet Mask determines which portion of a Destination LAN IP address is the network
portion, and which portion is the host portion.
Figure 5-16: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Gateway)
Figure 5-17: Setup Tab - Advanced Routing (Router)
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Default Gateway
. This is the IP address of the gateway device that allows for contact between the Router and
the remote network or host.
Interface
. This interface tells you whether the Destination IP Address is on the
LAN & Wireless
(Ethernet and
wireless networks), the
WAN
(Internet), or
Loopback
(a dummy network in which one PC acts like a network—
necessary for certain software programs).
Click the
Show Routing Table
button to view the Static Routes you’ve already set up.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-18: Routing Table Entry List
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The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
The basic settings for wireless networking are set on this screen.
Wireless Network
Wireless Network Mode. From this drop-down menu, you can select the wireless standards running on your
network. If you have both 802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, keep the default setting, Mixed. If you
have only 802.11g devices, select G-Only. If you have only 802.11b devices, select B-Only. If you do not have any
802.11g and 802.11b devices in your network, select Disable.
Wireless Network Name (SSID). The SSID is the network name shared among all devices in a wireless network.
The SSID must be identical for all devices in the wireless network. It is case-sensitive and must not exceed 32
characters (use any of the characters on the keyboard). Make sure this setting is the same for all devices in your
wireless network. For added security, you should change the default SSID (linksys) to a unique name.
Wireless Channel. Select the appropriate channel from the list provided to correspond with your network
settings. All devices in your wireless network must be broadcast on the same channel in order to function
correctly.
Wireless SSID Broadcast. When wireless clients survey the local area for wireless networks to associate with,
they will detect the SSID broadcast by the Router. To broadcast the Router's SSID, keep the default setting,
Enable. If you do not want to broadcast the Router's SSID, then select Disable.
SecureEasySetup Button. The status of the Router’s SecureEasySetup feature is displayed here. If you want to
use the Router’s SecureEasySetup feature, click the SecureEasySetup button.
You will be asked to press the SecureEasySetup button (hardware or software) on your wireless client (computer
or other network device) within two minutes to complete the SecureEasySetup process. Click the OK button to
continue.
Figure 5-19: Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless Settings
NOTE: SecureEasySetup uses WPA Personal encryption. If your current wireless devices do not
support WPA Personal security, then you cannot use SecureEasySetup on your network. You will
need to manually configure your network security using the encryption supported by your
existing devices.
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A new screen will be displayed while the Router is waiting for you to push the SecureEasySetup button on your
wireless client.
When the SecureEasySetup process is complete, the Basic Wireless Settings screen will appear, and the Status
information will be updated. The Router is now configured with a new wireless network name (SSID) and wireless
security settings (WPA-Personal).
Reset Security. If you already set up the network using the Router’s SecureEasySetup feature and you want to
replace the current settings with the Router’s factory defaults, click the Reset Security button. A new screen will
appear. You will be asked to confirm that you want to reset the wireless security settings. Click the OK button to
continue.
The Router will be reset to its factory default wireless settings (the SSID is linksys, and wireless security is
disabled). To configure your wireless network using SecureEasySetup, return to the previous page of this User
Guide and follow the instructions for the SecureEasySetup button.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-20: SecureEasySetup Ready Screen
NOTE: You can only add one SecureEasySetup device at a time. For additional devices, click
the SecureEasySetup button on the Basic Wireless Settings screen and repeat the process.
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The Wireless Tab - Wireless Security
The Wireless Security settings configure the security of your wireless network. There are four wireless security
mode options supported by the Router: WPA Personal, WPA Enterprise, WPA2 Personal, WPA2 Enterprise,
RADIUS, and WEP. (WEP stands for Wired Equivalent Privacy, WPA stands for Wi-Fi Protected Access, which is a
security standard stronger than WEP encryption. WPA2 is stronger than WPA. WPA Enterprise is WPA used in
coordination with a RADIUS server. RADIUS stands for Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service.) These are
briefly discussed here. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router, turn to “Appendix
B: Wireless Security.”
Wireless Security
WPA Personal. WPA gives you two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Select the
type of algorithm, TKIP or AES. Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8-63 characters. Then enter a Group Key Renewal
period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
WPA Enterprise. This option features WPA used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used
when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, select the type of WPA algorithm you want to use, TKIP
or AES. Enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the Router and
the server. Last, enter a Key Renewal Timeout, which instructs the Router how often it should change the
encryption keys.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
Figure 5-21: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA
Personal)
Figure 5-22: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA
Enterprise)
IMPORTANT: If you are using WPA, always remember
that each device in your wireless network MUST use
the same WPA method and shared key, or else the
network will not function properly.
wpa (wi-fi protected access: a wireless security protocol
using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) encryption,
which can be used in conjunction with a RADIUS server.
encryption: encoding data transmitted in a network.
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WPA2 Personal. WPA2 gives you two encryption methods, TKIP and AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Select
the type of algorithm, AES, or TKIP + AES. Enter a WPA Shared Key of 8-63 characters. Then enter a Group Key
Renewal period, which instructs the Router how often it should change the encryption keys.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
WPA2 Enterprise. This option features WPA2 used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be
used when a RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, select the type of WPA algorithm you want to use,
AES, or TKIP + AES. Enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along with a key shared between the
Router and the server. Last, enter a Key Renewal Timeout, which instructs the Router how often it should change
the encryption keys.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
Figure 5-23: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2
Personal)
Figure 5-24: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WPA2
Enterprise)
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RADIUS. This option features WEP used in coordination with a RADIUS server. (This should only be used when a
RADIUS server is connected to the Router.) First, enter the RADIUS server’s IP Address and port number, along
with a key shared between the Router and the server. Then, select a Default Transmit Key (choose which Key to
use), and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. Last, either generate a
WEP key using the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
WEP. WEP is a basic encryption method, which is not as secure as WPA. To use WEP, select a Default Transmit Key
(choose which Key to use), and a level of WEP encryption, 64 bits 10 hex digits or 128 bits 26 hex digits. Then
either generate a WEP key using the Passphrase or enter the WEP key manually.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes. For detailed instructions on configuring wireless security for the Router,
turn to “Appendix B: Wireless Security.”
Figure 5-25: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (RADIUS)
Figure 5-26: Wireless Tab - Wireless Security (WEP)
IMPORTANT: If you are using WEP encryption, always
remember that each device in your wireless network
MUST use the same WEP encryption method and
encryption key, or else your wireless network will not
function properly.
radius (remote authentication dial-in user service): a protocol
that uses an authentication server to control network access.
wep (wired equivalent privacy): a method of encrypting network
data transmitted on a wireless network for greater security.
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The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless access can be filtered by using the MAC addresses of the wireless devices transmitting within your
network’s radius.
Wireless MAC Filter
Wireless MAC Filter. To filter wireless users by MAC Address, either permitting or blocking access, click Enable.
If you do not wish to filter users by MAC Address, select Disable.
Prevent. Clicking this button will block wireless access by MAC Address.
Permit Only. Clicking this button will allow wireless access by MAC Address.
Edit MAC Address Filter List. Clicking this button will open the MAC Address Filter List. On this screen, you can
list users, by MAC Address, to whom you wish to provide or block access. For easy reference, click the Wireless
Client MAC List button to display a list of network users by MAC Address.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-28: MAC Address Filter List
Figure 5-27: Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC Filter
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The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
This tab is used to set up the Router’s advanced wireless functions. These settings should only be adjusted by an
expert administrator as incorrect settings can reduce wireless performance.
Advanced Wireless
Authentication Type. The default is set to Auto, which allows either Open System or Shared Key authentication
to be used. With Open System authentication, the sender and the recipient do NOT use a WEP key for
authentication. With Shared Key authentication, the sender and recipient use a WEP key for authentication.
Basic Rate. The Basic Rate setting is not actually one rate of transmission but a series of rates at which the
Router can transmit. The Router will advertise its Basic Rate to the other wireless devices in your network, so
they know which rates will be used. The Router will also advertise that it will automatically select the best rate
for transmission. The default setting is Default, when the Router can transmit at all standard wireless rates
(1-2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps, 18Mbps, and 24Mbps). Other options are 1-2Mbps, for use with older wireless
technology, and All, when the Router can transmit at all wireless rates. The Basic Rate is not the actual rate of
data transmission. If you want to specify the Router’s rate of data transmission, configure the Transmission Rate
setting.
Transmission Rate. The rate of data transmission should be set depending on the speed of your wireless
network. You can select from a range of transmission speeds, or you can select Auto to have the Router
automatically use the fastest possible data rate and enable the Auto-Fallback feature. Auto-Fallback will
negotiate the best possible connection speed between the Router and a wireless client. The default value is Auto.
CTS Protection Mode. CTS (Clear-To-Send) Protection Mode should remain disabled unless you are having
severe problems with your Wireless-G products not being able to transmit to the Router in an environment with
heavy 802.11b traffic. This function boosts the Router’s ability to catch all Wireless-G transmissions but will
severely decrease performance.
Frame Burst. Enabling this option should provide your network with greater performance, depending on the
manufacturer of your wireless products. If you are not sure how to use this option, keep the default, Disable.
Beacon Interval. The default value is 100. Enter a value between 1 and 65,535 milliseconds. The Beacon Interval
value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the Router to synchronize
the wireless network.
DTIM Interval. This value, between 1 and 255, indicates the interval of the Delivery Traffic Indication Message
(DTIM). A DTIM field is a countdown field informing clients of the next window for listening to broadcast and
multicast messages. When the Router has buffered broadcast or multicast messages for associated clients, it
Figure 5-29: Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless Settings
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sends the next DTIM with a DTIM Interval value. Its clients hear the beacons and awaken to receive the broadcast
and multicast messages. The default value is 1.
Fragmentation Threshold. This value specifies the maximum size for a packet before data is fragmented into
multiple packets. If you experience a high packet error rate, you may slightly increase the Fragmentation
Threshold. Setting the Fragmentation Threshold too low may result in poor network performance. Only minor
reduction of the default value is recommended. In most cases, it should remain at its default value of 2346.
RTS Threshold. Should you encounter inconsistent data flow, only minor reduction of the default value, 2347, is
recommended. If a network packet is smaller than the preset RTS threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will
not be enabled. The Router sends Request to Send (RTS) frames to a particular receiving station and negotiates
the sending of a data frame. After receiving an RTS, the wireless station responds with a Clear to Send (CTS)
frame to acknowledge the right to begin transmission. The RTS Threshold value should remain at its default value
of 2347.
AP Isolation. This isolates all wireless clients and wireless devices on your network from each other. Wireless
devices will be able to communicate with the Router but not with each other. To use this function, select On. AP
Isolation is Off by default.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
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The Security Tab - Firewall
Use this screen to enable or disable the Router’s firewall and various filters.
Firewall
Firewall Protection. This feature employs Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) for a more detailed review of data
packets entering your network environment. This feature is enabled by default. Select Disabled to disable this
feature.
Block WAN Requests
Block Anonymous Requests. Check the box to enable this feature, so you can protect your network from being
“pinged,” or detected, by other Internet users. This also reinforces your network security by hiding your network
ports. Both functions of the Block Anonymous Requests feature make it more difficult for outside users to work
their way into your network. This feature is enabled by default. Uncheck the box to allow anonymous Internet
requests.
Filter Multicast. Multicasting allows for multiple transmissions to specific recipients at the same time. If
multicasting is permitted, then the Router will allow IP multicast packets to be forwarded to the appropriate
computers. Check the box to filter multicasting, or uncheck the box to disable this feature.
Filter Internet NAT Redirection. This feature uses port forwarding to block access to local servers from local
networked computers. Check the box to filter Internet NAT redirection, or uncheck the box to disable this feature.
Filter IDENT (Port 113). This feature keeps port 113 from being scanned by devices outside of your local
network. Check the box to filter port 113, or uncheck the box to disable this feature.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-30: Security Tab - Firewall
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The Security Tab - VPN Passthrough
Use the settings on this tab to allow VPN tunnels using IPSec, PPTP, or L2TP protocols to pass through the
Router’s firewall.
VPN Passthrough
IPSec Passthrough. Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) is a suite of protocols used to implement secure exchange
of packets at the IP layer. To allow IPSec tunnels to pass through the Router, click Enable. IPSec Passthrough is
enabled by default.
PPTP Passthrough. Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) to be
tunneled through an IP network. To allow PPTP tunnels to pass through the Router, click Enable. PPTP
Passthrough is enabled by default.
L2TP Passthrough. Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol is the method used to enable Point-to-Point sessions via the
Internet on the Layer 2 level. To allow L2TP tunnels to pass through the Router, click Enable. L2TP Passthrough is
enabled by default.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-31: Security Tab - VPN Passthrough
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The Storage Tab - Disk
You can attach a USB flash drive or hard disk to the Router. The Disk screen describes the disk currently attached
to the Router. Using this screen, you can format a blank disk, safely remove a disk, or erase a disk.
Disk Management
Disk Detail
If a blank disk is attached to the Router, the Disk, Make and Model, and Physical Size columns describe the disk.
Claim. For a blank disk, click the Claim button to create a partition that will be formatted as FAT32. On the Claim
Disk screen, enter a name for the partition. Click the Claim button to save the new name, or click the Clear
button to clear the New Partition Name field. Click the Cancel button to cancel the changes.
Safely Remove. Before physically disconnecting a disk from the Router, click the Safely Remove button first.
This ensures that the disk is not removed while data is being transferred to or from the disk; otherwise, data may
be lost.
If a formatted disk is attached to the Router, the Partition, File System, Total Space, and Free Space columns
describe the partition(s) of the disk.
Create Share. Shares control access to the partition(s) of the disk. To create shares, click the Create Share
button. Proceed to the next page for descriptions of the Share screen.
Erase Disk
To erase a disk, click the checkbox next to the name of the disk.
Quick Erase. To quickly free up space on the disk, click the Quick Erase button to remove the table of contents
from the disk. (This is less secure than the Full Erase option.)
Full Erase. Click the Full Erase button to initiate complete removal of data from the disk. Once the removal is
complete, the data cannot be recovered. The Full Erase option is recommended if the disk holds sensitive data.
Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information.
Figure 5-32: Storage Tab - Disk
Figure 5-33: Claim Disk
Figure 5-34: Storage Tab - Claimed Disk
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The Storage Tab - Share
Shares control access to the partition(s) of the disk attached to the Router. The Share screen describes the
current shares. Using this screen, you can create new shares, modify share properties, or delete shares.
Share Management
Shares
The Share Name, Partition, and Total Space columns describe the shares.
Properties - Modify. Click the Modify button to change the properties of a share. On the Share Properties
screen, enter a different name for the share, and/or select a different partition from the Resides in Partition drop-
down menu. Click the Create Share button to save the new properties, or click the Clear button to clear the
changes. Click the Cancel button to cancel the changes.
Share Access - Modify. Click the Modify button to change the access privileges of a share. On the Share Access
screen, groups with no access are listed in the Other Group column, and groups with access are listed in the
Group with Access column. To give a group read-only access, select the group, and click the >> Read Only
button. To give a group read/write access, select the group, and click the >> Read/Write button. To strip a group
of its current access privileges, select the group, and click the << Remove button. Click the Save Settings
button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to cancel the changes. Click the Close button to
exit the Share Access screen.
Delete. Click the Delete button to remove a share.
Create Share
Create New Share. Click the Create New Share button to create a new share. On the Share Properties screen,
enter a name for the share, and select a partition from the Resides in Partition drop-down menu. Click the Create
Share button to save the new properties, or click the Clear button to clear the changes. Click the Cancel button
to cancel the changes.
Figure 5-35: Storage Tab - Share
Figure 5-36: Share Properties
Figure 5-37: Share Access
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The Storage Tab - Administration
The Administration screen allows you to manage the users and groups of users that can access the shares.
Basic
Machine Name. Enter a name for the Router. Punctuation and other special characters (e.g., * / | \) cannot be
used in the name.
Workgroup Name. Enter the Workgroup Name of your networked computers.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
User Management
The users are listed in the User Management table. There are two default users, admin (read/write access) and
guest (read-only access); these cannot be deleted.
Properties - Modify. Click the Modify button to change the properties of a user. On the User Properties screen,
enter a different name for the user, change the password, and/or select a different group from the Group drop-
down menu. Click the Create User button to save the new properties, or click the Clear button to clear the
changes. Click the Cancel button to cancel the changes.
Delete. Click the Delete button to remove a user.
Create New User. Click the Create New User button to create a new user. On the User Properties screen, enter a
name for the user. Then enter a password and enter it again in the Re-enter to confirm field. Select a group from
the Group drop-down menu. Click the Create User button to save the new properties, or click the Clear button to
clear the changes. Click the Cancel button to cancel the changes.
Group Management
The groups are listed in the Group Management table. There are two default groups, admin and guest; these
cannot be deleted.
Properties - Modify. Click the Modify button to change the user membership of a group. On the Group
Properties screen, users who are not members are listed in the Other Users column, and users who are members
are listed in the Users in Group column. To add a user to the group, select the user, and click the >> Join Group
button. To remove a user from the group, select the user, and click the << Remove button. Click the Save
Figure 5-38: Storage Tab - Administration
Figure 5-39: User Properties
Figure 5-40: Modify - Group Properties
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Settings button to save the changes, or click the Cancel Changes button to cancel the changes. Click the Close
button to exit the Group Properties screen.
Delete. Click the Delete button to remove a user.
Create New Group. Click the Create New Group button to create a new group. On the Group Properties screen,
enter a name for the group. Click the Create Group button to save the new name, or click the Clear button to
clear the change. Click the Cancel button to cancel the change.
Figure 5-41: Create New Group - Group Properties
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The Storage Tab - Media Server
The Router has a built-in media server, so it can stream music, pictures, or video from the USB hard disk to a
UPnP-compatible media adapter. The Media Server screen lets you select shares to scan for content.
UPnP Media Server
Setup
Server Name. The name of the Router is displayed here.
UPnP Media Server. To use the Router’s media server function, select Enable. Otherwise, select Disable.
Database
Select content to add to the database of the Router’s media server.
Scan All Partitions. Click this button to scan all partitions of the USB hard disk for content.
Select Partitions to Scan. Click this button to select specific partitions to scan for content.
The Partition and Folder columns describe the partitions of the USB hard disk.
Scan. Click the Scan button to scan a specific partition for content. The Partition List screen will appear. Click the
Select button to select a partition for scanning. Click the Up List button to move up one level in the file structure.
Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information. Click the Close button to exit the Partition List
screen.
Delete. Click the Delete button to delete a specific partition from the Router’s database.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-42: Storage Tab - Media Server
Figure 5-43: Partition List
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The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access
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Figure 5-44: Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access
Figure 5-45: Internet Policy Summary
The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet Access
The Internet Access screen allows you to block or allow specific kinds of Internet usage and traffic, such as
Internet access, designated services, websites, and inbound traffic during specific days and times.
Internet Access
Internet Access Policy. Access can be managed by a policy. Use the settings on this screen to establish an
access policy (after the Save Settings button is clicked). Selecting a policy from the drop-down menu will
display that policy’s settings. To delete a policy, select that policy’s number and click the Delete button. To view
all the policies, click the Summary button. (Policies can be deleted from the Summary screen by selecting the
policy or policies and clicking the Delete button. To return to the Internet Access tab, click the Close button.)
Status. Policies are disabled by default. To enable a policy, select the policy number from the drop-down menu,
and click the radio button beside Enable.
To create a policy:
1. Select a number from the Internet Access Policy drop-down menu.
2. To enable this policy, click the radio button beside Enable.
3. Enter a Policy Name in the field provided.
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4. Click the Edit List of PCs button to select which PCs will be affected by the policy. The List of PCs screen will
appear. You can select a PC by MAC Address or IP Address. You can also enter a range of IP Addresses if you
want this policy to affect a group of PCs. After making your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply
your changes or Cancel Changes to cancel your changes. Then click the Close button.
5. Click the appropriate option, Deny or Allow, depending on whether you want to block or allow Internet access
for the PCs you listed on the List of PCs screen.
6. Decide which days and what times you want this policy to be enforced. Select the individual days during
which the policy will be in effect, or select Everyday. Then enter a range of hours and minutes during which
the policy will be in effect, or select 24 Hours.
7. You can filter access to various services accessed over the Internet, such as FTP or telnet, by selecting
services from the drop-down menus next to Blocked Services. (You can block up to 20 services.)
Then enter the range of ports you want to filter.
If the service you want to block is not listed or you want to edit a service’s settings, then click the Add/Edit
Service button. Then the Port Services screen will appear.
To add a service, enter the service’s name in the Service Name field. Select its protocol from the Protocol
drop-down menu, and enter its range in the Port Range fields. Then click the Add button.
To modify a service, select it from the list on the right. Change its name, protocol setting, or port range. Then
click the Modify button.
To delete a service, select it from the list on the right. Then click the Delete button.
When you are finished making changes on the Port Services screen, click the Apply button to save changes.
If you want to cancel your changes, click the Cancel button. To close the Port Services screen and return to
the Access Restrictions screen, click the Close button.
8. If you want to block websites with specific URL addresses, enter each URL in a separate field next to Website
Blocking by URL Address.
9. If you want to block websites using specific keywords, enter each keyword in a separate field next to Website
Blocking by Keyword.
10. Click the Save Settings button to save the policy’s settings. To cancel the policy’s settings, click the Cancel
Changes button.
Figure 5-47: Port Services
Figure 5-46: List of PCs
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range Forward
The Applications and Gaming Tab allows you to set up public services on your network, such as web servers, ftp
servers, e-mail servers, or other specialized Internet applications. (Specialized Internet applications are any
applications that use Internet access to perform functions such as videoconferencing or online gaming. Some
Internet applications may not require any forwarding.)
Port Range Forward
To forward a port, enter the information on each line for the criteria required. The criteria are described here.
Port Range
Application. In this field, enter the name you wish to give the application. Each name can be up to 12 characters.
Start/End. This is the port range. Enter the number that starts the port range under Start and the number that
ends the range under End.
Protocol. Enter the protocol used for this application, either TCP or UDP, or Both.
IP Address. For each application, enter the IP Address of the PC running the specific application.
Enable. Click the Enable checkbox to enable port forwarding for the relevant application.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-48: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range
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The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port Triggering
The Port Triggering screen allows the Router to watch outgoing data for specific port numbers. The IP address of
the computer that sends the matching data is remembered by the Router, so that when the requested data
returns through the Router, the data is pulled back to the proper computer by way of IP address and port mapping
rules.
Port Triggering
Application. Enter the application name of the trigger.
Triggered Range
For each application, list the triggered port number range. Check with the Internet application documentation for
the port number(s) needed.
Start Port. Enter the starting port number of the Triggered Range.
End Port. Enter the ending port number of the Triggered Range.
Forwarded Range
For each application, list the forwarded port number range. Check with the Internet application documentation for
the port number(s) needed.
Start Port. Enter the starting port number of the Forwarded Range.
End Port. Enter the ending port number of the Forwarded Range.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-49: Applications and Gaming Tab - Port
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
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Figure 5-50: Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZ
The DMZ feature allows one network user to be exposed to the Internet for use of a special-purpose service such
as Internet gaming or videoconferencing. DMZ hosting forwards all the ports at the same time to one PC. The Port
Range Forward feature is more secure because it only opens the ports you want to have opened, while DMZ
hosting opens all the ports of one computer, exposing the computer to the Internet.
Any PC whose port is being forwarded must have its DHCP client function disabled and should have a new static
IP address assigned to it because its IP address may change when using the DHCP function.
DMZ
To expose one PC, select Enable. Then, enter the computer's IP address in the DMZ Host IP Address field.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS
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The Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS
Quality of Service (QoS) ensures better service to high-priority types of network traffic, which may involve
demanding, real-time applications, such as videoconferencing.
There are three types of Wired QoS available, Device Priority, Application Priority, and Ethernet Port Priority. You
can also configure Wireless QoS on this page.
Wired QoS
Enable/Disable. To limit outgoing bandwidth for the QoS policies in use, select Enable. Otherwise, select
Disable.
Upstream Bandwidth. Select the bandwidth to be used from the drop-down menu. This setting allows you to
limit the outgoing bandwidth for the QoS policies in use, so you can control how much bandwidth a particular
application is allowed to use.
Device Priority
Device name. Enter the name of your network device in the Device name field.
Priority. Select its priority level from the drop-down menu.
MAC Address. Enter its MAC Address in the fields provided.
Ethernet Port Priority
Ethernet Port Priority QoS allows you to prioritize performance for four of the Router’s ports, LAN Ports 1-4.
(Ethernet Port Priority QoS does not require support from your ISP because the prioritized ports are LAN ports
going out to your network.)
Priority. For each port, select its priority level from the drop-down menu.
Flow Control. If you want the Router to control the transmission of data between network devices, select Enable.
To disable this feature, select Disable.
Application Port Priority
Application Port Priority QoS manages information as it is transmitted and received. Depending on the settings of
the QoS screen, this feature will assign information a high or low priority for up to eight applications.
Figure 5-51: Applications and Gaming Tab - QOS
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Optimize Gaming Applications. Click this checkbox if you want the Router to automatically assign higher
priority to common game application ports.
Application Name. Enter the name of the application.
Priority. For each port, select its priority level from the drop-down menu.
Specific Port #. Enter the respective port number in the Specific Port# field.
Wireless QoS
The Router features Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM™) Support. The No Acknowledgement and Automatic Power Save
Delivery (APSD) Support features are available only when the WMM Support feature is enabled.
WMM Support. If you have other devices on your network that support WMM, select Enable from the drop-down
menu. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable.
No Acknowledgement. If you want to disable the Router’s Acknowledgement feature, so the Router will not re-
send data if an error occurs, then select Enable from the drop-down menu. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable.
APSD Support. APSD (Automatic Power Save Delivery) is a feature that enhances the power-saving capabilities
of wireless devices. If you have other devices on your network that support APSD, select Enable from the drop-
down menu. Otherwise, keep the default, Disable.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
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The Administration Tab - Management
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The Administration Tab - Management
This section of the Administration tab allows the network’s administrator to manage specific Router functions for
access and security.
Router Password
Local Router Access
Router Password and Re-enter to confirm. You can change the Router’s password from here. Enter a new
Router password and then type it again in the Re-enter to confirm field to confirm.
Web Access
Access Server. HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol) - The communications protocol used to connect to servers
on the World Wide Web. HTTPS - Uses SSL (Secured Socket Layer) to encrypt data transmitted for higher security.
Select HTTP or HTTPS.
Wireless Access Web. If you are using your Wireless Router in a public domain where you are giving wireless
access to your guests, you can disable wireless access to the router’s web-based utility. You will only be able to
access the web-based utility via a wired connection if you disable the setting. Select Enable to enable wireless
access to the Router’s web-based utility or Disable to disable wireless access to the utility.
Remote Router Access
Remote Management. To access the Router remotely, from outside the network, verify that Enable is selected.
Management Port. Enter the port number that will be open to outside access. You will need to enter the Router’s
password when accessing the Router this way, as usual.
Use https. If you want to require the use of SSL (Secured Socket Layer) to encrypt transmitted data, click the
checkbox.
UPnP
UPnP. When using UPnP features, select Enable. Because allowing this may present a risk to security, this
feature is disabled by default.
After you have made your changes, click the Save Settings button to apply your changes, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your changes.
Figure 5-52: Administration Tab - Management
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The Administration Tab - Log
The Router can keep logs of all traffic for your Internet connection.
Log
To disable the Log function, keep the default setting, Disable. To monitor traffic between the network and the
Internet, select Enable. When you wish to view the logs, click Incoming Log or Outgoing Log, depending on
which you wish to view.
After you have made your change, click the Save Settings button to apply your change, or click the Cancel
Changes button to cancel your change.
Figure 5-53: Administration Tab - Log
Figure 5-54: Incoming Log Table
Figure 5-55: Outgoing Log Table
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The Administration Tab - Diagnostics
The diagnostic tests (Ping and Traceroute) allow you to check the connections of your network components.
Ping Test
Ping Parameters
Ping. The Ping test will check the status of a connection. Click the Ping button to open the Ping Test screen.
Enter the address of the PC whose connection you wish to test and how many times you wish to test it. Then,
click the Ping button. The Ping Test screen will then display the test results. To stop the test, click the Stop
button. Click the Clear Log button to clear the screen. Click the Close button to return to the Diagnostics screen.
Traceroute Test
Traceroute Parameters
Traceroute. To test the performance of a connect, click the Traceroute button. Enter the address of the PC
whose connection you wish to test and click the Traceroute button. The Traceroute screen will then display the
test results. To stop the test, click the Stop button. Click the Clear Log button to clear the screen. Click the Close
button to return to the Diagnostics screen.
Figure 5-56: Administration Tab - Diagnostics
Figure 5-57: The Ping Test
Figure 5-58: The Traceroute Test
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The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
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The Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
You can reset the Router to its factory default settings using this screen.
Factory Defaults
Restore Factory Defaults. Click the Yes button to reset all configuration settings to their default values, and then
click the Save Settings button. Any settings you have saved will be lost when the default settings are restored.
This feature is disabled by default.
To cancel the reset to factory defaults, click the Cancel Changes button.
The Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
If you want to upgrade the Router’s firmware, use this screen.
Upgrade Firmware
Please select a file to upgrade. Firmware can be upgraded by clicking the Upgrade button after browsing for
the firmware, which you can download from the Linksys website. Do not upgrade your firmware unless you are
experiencing problems with the Router. For more information about upgrading firmware, refer to “Appendix C:
Upgrading Firmware”.
The Administration Tab - Config Management
This screen is used to back up or restore the Router’s configuration file.
Backup Configuration
To back up the Router’s configuration file, click the Backup button. Then follow the on-screen instructions.
Restore Configuration
To restore the Router’s configuration file, click the Browse button to locate the file, and follow the on-screen
instructions. After you have selected the file, click the Restore button.
Figure 5-60: Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade
Figure 5-59: Administration Tab - Factory Defaults
Figure 5-61: Administration Tab - Config Management
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The Status Tab - Router
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The Status Tab - Router
The Router screen on the Status Tab displays the Router’s current status.
Router Information
Firmware Version. This is the Router’s current firmware.
Current Time. This shows the time, as you set on the Setup Tab.
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen by your ISP.
Router Name. This is the specific name for the Router, which you set on the Setup Tab.
Host Name. If required by your ISP, this would have been entered on the Setup Tab.
Domain Name. If required by your ISP, this would have been entered on the Setup Tab.
Internet
Configuration Type
Displayed here is the information entered on the Setup Tab and required by your ISP for connection to the
Internet. This status information may vary depending on the connection type you are using.
If the Login Type is Automatic Configuration - DHCP, you can click the DHCP Release button to release the
Router’s Internet IP address, and click the DHCP Renew button to renew the Router’s Internet IP address. For
dial-up type connections such as PPPoE, you can click the Connect to have the Router connect to the Internet, or
click the Disconnect button to have the Router disconnect from the Internet.
Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information.
Figure 5-62: Status Tab - Router
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The Status Tab - Local Network
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The Status Tab - Local Network
The Local Network screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your network.
Local Network
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, Ethernet network.
IP Address. This shows the Router’s IP Address, as it appears on your local, Ethernet network.
Subnet Mask. When the Router is using a Subnet Mask, it is shown here.
DHCP Server. If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Start IP Address. For the range of IP Addresses used by devices on your local, Ethernet network, the beginning
of that range is shown here.
End IP Address. For the range of IP Addresses used by devices on your local, Ethernet network, the end of that
range is shown here.
DHCP Clients Table. Clicking this button will open a screen to show you which PCs are utilizing the Router as a
DHCP server. You can delete PCs from that list, and sever their connections, by checking a Delete box and
clicking the Delete button.
Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information.
Figure 5-63: Status Tab - Local Network
Figure 5-64: DHCP Clients Table
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The Status Tab - Wireless
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The Status Tab - Wireless
The Wireless screen on the Status Tab displays the status of your wireless network.
Wireless
MAC Address. This is the Router’s MAC Address, as seen on your local, wireless network.
Mode. As selected from the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless mode (Mixed, G-Only, or Disabled) used by
the network.
SSID. As entered on the Wireless tab, this will display the wireless network name or SSID.
DHCP Server. If you are using the Router as a DHCP server, that will be displayed here.
Channel. As entered on the Wireless tab, this will display the channel on which your wireless network is
broadcasting.
Encryption Function. As selected on the Security Tab, this will display what type of encryption the Router uses
for security.
Click the Refresh button to update the on-screen information.
Figure 5-65: Status Tab - Wireless

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