Planex Communications BLW54SAG 108Mbps Wireless Router User Manual
Planex Communications inc. 108Mbps Wireless Router
User Manual
Planex BLW-54SAG
User’s Manual
2.4/5.0 GHz IEEE 802.11 Super a+g
108Mbps Wireless LAN Router
1. Introduction
The Wireless A+G Broadband Router is a complete all-in-one networking solution for homes and
small/medium enterprises. With its built-in 4 10/100Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet switch ports, users can
link multiple computers to Internet without hassle. The built-in wireless function can let you connect
wirelessly with your desktop or notebook computers from up to 300 meters away, either wireless A or
wireless G. A natural firewall protects your local computers from outside intruders. Enhanced firewall
capabilities can resist various kinds of malicious attacks.
- Share Internet Connection
The device supports ADSL/Cable Internet connection sharing. It is an all-in-one box for user to share
Internet access.
- Wireless Function
The Wireless A+G Router’s efficient dipole antennas offer a covered range up to 300 meters and seamless
roaming throughout wireless LAN infrastructure. The wireless operation provides data rate at
54,48,36,24,18,12, 9,6 Mbps on 11g and auto fallback as well as 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps on 11b The Wireless
Router provides multiple levels of security: 64-bit/128-bit key WEP data encryption for high-level security.
Moreover, the use of IEEE 802.1X offers an effective framework for authenticating and controlling user
traffic to a protected network, as well as dynamically varying encryption keys. Proprietary wireless range
extension technology expands wireless range at lower bitrate.
- Firewall Security
This Router is a special design for local network users to resist the hacker attacking your private network
and share networking resource. Not only with the NAT as natural firewall, the build-in powerful advanced
firewall engine prevents the DoS attack, proceeds SPI, stops LAN users accessing inappropriate web site,
as well as setting the Internet accessing time schedule. Content filtering shields you children from any
inappropriateness allowing you to set levels for nudity, sex, violence, and language.
- Easy Management
Users can manage the device using standard Java-compatible browser, like IE5.0 or above, Netscape 4.0 or
above.
-Time of Day Access Control List
Users can set up the schedule for individual PCs through ToD (Time of Day) ACL (Access Control List) for
when blocking occurs.
Main features:
- Hardware
• 10/100 802.3/u (RJ-45) WAN interface with auto MDIX sensing
• Integrated 4 port MDIX Ethernet Switch
• 802.11a and 802.11g WLAN I/F
- Software
• Static and Dynamic Routing (RIP 1, RIP2)
• Multicast Pass-Through
• Denial of Service (DoS) Prevention Helps Prevent Ping of Death, SYN Flood, Land Attack,
and IP Spoofing
• Configurable through Your Networked PC’s Web Browser
• Supports VPN Pass-Through with IPSec, PPTP and L2TP
• Remote Management SNMP v1, v2c
• Supports Traffic and Event Logging
• Acts as a DHCP Server for Your Existing Network
• Administrators Can Block Specific Internal Users’ Internet Access.
• Support for NTP (Network Time Protocol) for Synchronizing with a Real-Time Server
• Supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
2. Specification
Product Name Wireless A+G Dual Band Router
Model Number BLW-54SAG
Main Processor AR5312 at 220MHz
SDRAM 16 MByte
Flash ROM 4 MByte
Switch controller KENDIN KS8995 PQFP-128
Power Input 5VDC, 2.5A
I/O Port DC Jack, 4 port LAN, 1 port WAN, Reset Button, LED indicators
Antenna Type, Gain and
Connector Type Dual Band Dipole, 2.4G/ 2dBi, 5G/ 2dBi, R-SMA
Transmitted Power 802.11a: max 16dBm (non-include Antenna gain)
802.11g: max 18dBm (non-include Antenna gain)
802.11b: max 20dBm (non-include Antenna gain)
Frequency Band 802.11a
Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) frequency band,
5.15G ~ 5.35GHz
5.47G ~ 5.725GHz
5.725G ~ 5.850GHz
(subject to local regulations)
802.11b/g
ISM band 2.400 ~ 2.4835GHz (subject to local regulations)
Modulation 802.11a/g: OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps), DQPSK (2
Mbps), DBPSK (1 Mbps)
Data Rate 802.11a
54, 48, 36,24,18,12, 9, 6 Mbps per channel, auto fallback for extended
range
802.11b
11,5.5, 2, 1 Mbps per channel, auto fallback for extended range
802.11g
54, 48, 36,24,18,12, 9, 6 Mbps per channel, auto fallback for extended
range
Receive Sensitivity
802.11a/g
Typical -69dBm@54Mbps
802.11b
Typical -85dBm@11Mbps
Operation Requirement Operating Temp: 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF)
Storage Temp: -20ºC to 70ºC (-4ºF to 158ºF)
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85% Non-Condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% to 90% Non-Condensing
Dimensions 140 x 160 x 18 mm
LED Status
LED Color(s) Activity Description
Off Power OFF
Green On Power On / Device Ready
Power Green
Green Blinking Booting / System Self-Test / Firmware upgrade
Off DMZ function is disabled
DMZ Green
Green On DMZ function is enabled
Off 5G Wireless option is disabled
Green On 5G Wireless option is enabled
11a Green
Green Blinking Data is transmission through wireless
Off 2.4G Wireless option is disabled
Green On 2.4G Wireless option is enabled
11g Green
Green Blinking Data is transmission through wireless
Off No connection on LAN port
Green On LAN link is up
LAN (1-4ports) Green
Green Blinking Data is transmission through LAN interface
Off No connection on Internet port
Green On WAN link is up
WAN Green
Green Blinking Data is transmission through Internet interface
3. Software Feature
NAT Requirements
The implementation of NAT must allow for specific port redirection, and must provide support for the
following “NAT-unfriendly” applications:
• MSN Messenger
•
NetMeeting
• CuSeeMe
•
Microsoft PPTP client
•
Microsoft Traceroute
• RealAudio
• VDOlive
•
IRC
• ICQ
•
Quake, Quake variants, and other popular games
• Port Forwarding
Firewall Support
WRT55AG V2 supports Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI), and DoS prevention.
Denial of Service
- DoS: Denial of Service (DoS) attacks is aimed at devices and networks with a
connection to the Internet. Their goal is to disable a device or network so users no
longer have access to network resources. This feature is to protect the WRT55AG V2 Router
from these attacks.
- Periodical reports and logs:
The log will always keep the latest attack information, up to 500 messages.
The log can be sent to the assigned administrator via email by weekly, daily, hourly, or every
periodical report page included the latest 128 attacking messages list.
General Features Summary
Feature Additional Info
Protocol Support • Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
• IP Routing
• RIP1/RIP-2
• Advanced Routing
• TFTP in firmware
• PPTP support
• IGMP Proxy
Management • Embedded Web configuration
• TFTP sever, firmware upgrade, configuration backup and restore
are supported
• DHCP, Static IP, PPPoE, and PPTP login support
Diagnostics Capabilities The router can perform self-diagnostic tests. These tests check the
integrity of the following circuitry:
• FLASH memory
• RAM
• CPU
• LAN
UPnP • UPnP DCP
• UPnP protocols
• NAT traversal
Port triggering
Port forwarding/UPnP Port
forwarding
support exporting log be able to send log to external viewer
manually set time user adjustable time/date setting
manually enter NTP server
address enter NTP server address
save and load configuration
file
QoS support • 4 priority level
• port based
• application based
• MAC address based
• 802.1p
• DSCP
Other Features • DHCP Server/Client
• DNS Proxy
• Dynamic DNS
• Dynamic / Static IP Address Assignment
• multiple VPN passthru
• Super G capable
• URL Blocking
• WEB filter and keyword blocking
• Traceroute
• Security Log
• DHCP Client Log
• SPI Firewall
Information
FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
We, PLANEX COMMUNICATIONS INC. of 12-7 Nihonbashi Ohdenmacho,
Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0011, JAPAN, declare under our sole responsibility that the
product,
CQW-NS108G
to which this declaration relates, complies with 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 may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that the
potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed
in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during normal
operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20cm (8
inches) during normal operation.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
If this device is going to be operated in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, then it is
restricted in indoor environment only.
Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (EUROPE)
Planex declares that the Wireless-G Notebook Adapter conforms to the specifications listed below,
following the
provisions of the European R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 301 489-1, 301 489-17 General EMC requirements for Radio equipment.
EN 609 50 Safety
DGT STATEMEN
根據交通部 低功率管理辦法 規定:
第十二條
經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機,非經許可,公司、商號或使用者均不得擅自
變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條
低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信;經發現有干擾現象
時,應立即停用,並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。
前項合法通信,指依電信規定作業之無線電信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信
或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。