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Cable/DSL Broadband Router

Built-in 4-Port 10/100Mbps Switch

USER GUIDE

SMC7004VBR

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Copyright

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However,

no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights

of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under

any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time

without notice.

Copyright © 2003 by

SMC Networks, Inc.

38 Tesla

Irvine, CA 92618

All rights reserved.

Trademarks:

SMC is a registered trademark; and Barricade is a trademark of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product

and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 | Introduction

Features and Benefits

Package Contents

Minimum Requirements

CHAPTER 2 | Getting to know the Barricade

LED Indicators

Resetting the Barricade

CHAPTER 3 | Getting Connected

Basic Installation Procedure

3-click Installation Wizard

CHAPTER 4 | Configuring your Computer

Configuring Windows 95/98/Me

Configuring Windows 2000

Configuring Windows XP

Configuring a Macintosh Computer

CHAPTER 5 | Configuring the Barricade

Browser Configuration

Disable Proxy Connection

Accessing the Barricade Management

Navigating the Web-based Administration

Making Configuration Changes

Setup Wizard

Advanced Setup

Chapter 7 | Setting up the Print Server

Install the SMC Printer Port Monitor

Configure the Print Server using the SMC Printer Port Monitor

Configure LPR port on Windows 2000/XP

Confirm printer Connection

APPENDIX A | Troubleshooting

APPENDIX B | Technical Specifications

APPENDIX C | Warranty

APPENDIX D | Compliances

APPENDIX E | Technical Support

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CHAPTER 1 | Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of a Barricade™ Cable/DSL Broadband Router (SMC7004VBR).

SMC is proud to provide you with a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your

local area network (LAN) to the Internet.

1.0 | Features and Benefits

• EZ 3-Click Installation Wizard - A new and improved way to install your Barricade. In 3

simple clicks, you will be connected to the Internet.

• Internet connection to DSL or cable modem via a 10/100 Mbps WAN port

• Local network connection via 10/100 Mbps Ethernet switch ports

• DHCP for dynamic IP configuration, and DNS for domain name mapping

• Firewall with Stateful Packet Inspection, client privileges, hacker prevention, DoS, and NAT

• NAT also enables multi-user access with a single-user account, and virtual server

functionality (providing protected access to Internet services such as web, mail, FTP, and

Telnet)

• Virtual Private Network support using PPTP, L2TP, or IPSec pass-through

• User-definable application sensing tunnel supports applications requiring multiple connections

• Parental controls allows the user to block access to certain web sites

• Email alerts when the users network is being compromised

• Easy setup through a web browser on any operating system that supports TCP/IP

• Compatible with all popular Internet applications

1.1 | Package Contents

Before installing the Barricade™ Cable/DSL Broadband Router, verify that you have the items listed

under “Package Contents.” Also be sure that you have the necessary cabling. If any of the items are

missing or damaged, contact your local SMC distributor.

• Barricade Broadband Router

• Power adapter

• One CAT-5 Ethernet cable

• Four rubber feet

• CD with User Guide and EZ 3-Click Installation Wizard

• Quick Installation Guide

If possible, retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return the

product.

1.2 | Minimum Requirements

• Cable or DSL Modem with Ethernet connection and Internet access from your local telephone

company or Internet Service Provider (ISP) using a DSL modem or cable modem.

• A computer equipped with a 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet card, or

USB-to-Ethernet converter.

• Network adapter with Ethernet (UTP CAT 5) cabling and TCP/IP protocol installed per PC

• Internet Explorer 4.0 (or Higher) or Netscape Navigator 4.7 (or Higher) for Web-based

configuration of the Barricade

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CHAPTER 2 | Getting to Know the Barricade

The SMC7004VBR Barricade Cable/DSL Broadband Router is the perfect solution for the home/office

environment. This full-featured router offers:

• 4 - 10/100 Mbps Auto-Sensing LAN ports with Auto-MDI MDIX feature

• 1 - 10/100 Mbps WAN port with Auto-MDI MDIX feature

• Comprehensive LEDs for network status and troubleshooting

• Reset Button

2.1 | LED Indicators

The Barricade includes LED indicators on the front panel that simplify installation and network

troubleshooting.

LED ON OFF FLASHING

POWER Receiving power Not receiving power N/A

WAN Good WAN connection

detected No WAN connection

detected Transmitting or receiving

traffic

LINK/ACT Good LAN connection

detected No LAN connection

detected Transmitting or receiving

traffic

10/100 Mbps LAN port operating at

100 Mbps LAN port operating at 10

Mbps N/A

Resetting the Barricade

The Reset button is located on the rear panel of the Barricade Broadband Router. Use a paper clip or

a pencil tip to push the Reset button.

Reset

If the Router is having problems connecting to the Internet, simply unplug the router for 3 seconds

then plug back in.

Restore Factory Defaults

If resetting the router does not resolve your issue, then you can follow these steps:

1. Leave power plugged into the router

2. Locate the reset button on the back panel, press and hold until WAN LED flashes off.

3. Release reset button.

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CHAPTER 3 | Getting Connected

The SMC7004VBR Barricade Cable/DSL Broadband router is connected between the Cable/DSL

Broadband Modem and your computers. If you have more then one computer to connect, simply

plug the other computers into the LAN ports on the back of the router.

3.1 | Basic Installation Procedure

1. Connect the LAN

Run an Ethernet cable from one of the LAN ports on the back of the Barricade to your

computer’s network adapter.

2. Connect the WAN

Connect an Ethernet cable from your cable or DSL modem to the Barricade’s WAN port on

the back on the router.

3. Power on

Connect the power cable to the Barricade.

Once you have completed connecting all of the hardware, simply insert the Barricade CD-ROM and

the EZ 3-Click Installation Wizard will automatically connect you to the Internet.

For manual configuration of the PCs, see Chapter 4.

For advanced configuration of the Barricade Broadband Router, see Chapter 5.

MODEM

COMPUTER

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CHAPTER 4 | Configuring your Computer

The information outlined in this chapter will guide you through the configuration for the following

Operating Systems:

• Windows 95/98

• Windows Me

• Windows 2000

• Windows XP

• Apple Macintosh

4.1 | Configuring Windows 95/98/Me

1. Access your Network settings by clicking [Start], choose [Settings], and then select [Control

Panel].

2. In the Control Panel, locate and double-click the [Network] icon.

3. Highlight the TCP/IP line that has been assigned to your network card on the [Configuration]

tab of the [Network] properties window.

4. Next, click the [Properties] button to view that adapter’s TCP/IP settings.

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5. From the TCP/IP Properties dialog box, click the [Obtain an IP address automatically] option.

6. Next click on the [Gateway] tab and verify the Gateway field is blank. If there are IP

addresses listed in the Gateway section, highlight each one and click [Remove] until the

section is empty.

7. Click the [OK] button to close the TCP/IP Properties window.

8. On the Network Properties Window, click the [OK] button to save these new changes.

NOTE: Windows may ask you for the original Windows installation disk or additional files.

Check for the files at c:\windows\options\cabs, or insert your Windows CD-ROM into your

CD-ROM drive and check the correct file location, for example, D:\win98, D:\win9x. (assume

“D” is your CD-ROM drive).

9. Windows may prompt you to restart the PC. If so, click the [Yes] button. If Windows does

not prompt you to restart your computer, do so anyways to ensure your settings.

4.2 | Configuring Windows 2000

1. Access your Network settings by clicking [Start], choose [Settings], and then select [Control

Panel]

2. In the Control Panel, locate and double-click the [Network and Dial-up Connections] icon

3. Locate and double-click the [Local Area Connection] icon for the Ethernet adapter that is

connected to the Barricade. When the Status dialog box window opens, click the [Properties]

button.

4. On the [Local Area Connection] Properties box, verify the box next to Internet Protocol

(TCP/IP) is checked. Then highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties

button.

5. Select Obtain an IP address automatically to configure your computer for DHCP. Click the

[OK] button to save this change and close the Properties window.

6. Click the [OK] button again to save these new changes.

7. Reboot your PC.

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4.3 | Configuring Windows XP

The following instructions assume you are running Windows XP with the default interface. If you are

using the Classic interface (where the icons and menus look like previous Windows versions), please

follow the instructions for Windows 2000 outlined above.

1. Access your Network settings by clicking [Start], choose [Control Panel], select [Network and

Internet Connections] and then click on the [Network Connections] icon.

2. Locate and double-click the Local Area Connection icon for the Ethernet adapter that is

connected to the Barricade Router. Next, click the [Properties] button.

3. On the [Local Area Connection] Properties box, verify the box next to Internet Protocol

(TCP/IP) is checked. Then highlight the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties

button.

4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically to configure your computer for DHCP. Click the

[OK] button to save this change and close the Properties window.

5. Click the [OK] button again to save these new changes.

6. Reboot your PC.

4.4 | Configuring a Macintosh Computer

You may find that the instructions here do not exactly match your screen. This is because these

steps and screenshots were created using Mac OS 8.5. Mac OS 7.x and above are all very similar, but

may not be identical to Mac OS 8.5.

1. Pull down the Apple Menu. Click [Control Panel] and select TCP/IP.

2. In the TCP/IP dialog box, make sure that [Ethernet] is selected in the [Connect Via:] field.

If [Using DHCP Server] is already selected in the [Configure] field, your computer is already

configured for DHCP. Close the TCP/IP dialog box, and skip to Step 2 Disable HTTP Proxy

(bottom of this page).

3. All the information that you need to record is on the [TCP/IP] dialog box. Use the space

below to record the information.

4. Select [Using DHCP Server] in the [Configure] field and close the window.

5. Another box will appear asking whether you want to save your TCP/IP settings. Click [Save].

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CHAPTER 5 | Configuring the Barricade

After you have configured TCP/IP on a client computer, use a web browser to configure the

Barricade™ Broadband Router. The Barricade can be configured by any Java-supported browser

including Internet Explorer 4.0 or above, or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or above. Using the web

management interface, you may configure the Barricade and view statistics to monitor network

activity.

Before you attempt to log into the Barricade’s Web-based Administration, please verify the following:

1. Your browser is configured properly. (see below)

2. Disable any firewall or security software that may be running.

3. Confirm that you have a good “link” LED where your computer is plugged into the Barricade.

If you don’t have a “link” light, try another cable until you get a good link.

5.1 | Browser Configuration

Confirm your browser is configured for a direct connection to the Internet using the Ethernet cable that

is installed in the computer. This is configured through the options/preference section of your browser.

5.2 | Disable Proxy Connection

You will also need to verify that the “HTTP Proxy” feature of your web browser is disabled. This is so

that your web browser will be able to view the Barricade configuration pages. The following steps are

for Internet Explorer and for Netscape. Determine which browser you use and follow the appropriate

steps.

Internet Explorer (5 or above)

1. Open Internet Explorer. Click [Tools], and then select [Internet Options].

2. In the [Internet Options] window, click the [Connections] tab.

3. Click the [LAN Settings] button.

4. Clear all the check boxes and click [OK] to save these LAN settings changes.

5. Click [OK] again to close the [Internet Options] window.

Netscape (4 or above)

1. Open Netscape. Click [Edit], and then select [Preferences].

2. In the [Preferences] window, under [Category], double-click [Advanced], then select the

[Proxies] option.

3. Check [Direct connection to the Internet].

4. Click the [OK] button to save the changes.

NOTE: Before you attempt to configure your router, if you have access to the Internet

please visit www.smc.com and download the latest firmware update.

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5.3 | Accessing the Barricade Management

To access the Barricade’s web-based management screens, follow the steps below:

1. Launch your web-browser.

NOTE: Your computer does not have to be ONLINE to configure the Barricade Router.

2. In the Address Bar, type: http://192.168.2.1

3. When the Barricade’s Login screen appears, enter the default password, and click the [Login]

button to access the router.

NOTE: The Barricade default password is “smcadmin”. The password is case sensitive.

4. Once you have logged into the Barricade web-based admin screens, you have 2 options

which are outlined in Chapter 6 | Navigating the Web-based Administration

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CHAPTER 6 | Navigating the Web-based Administration

The Barricade’s management interface features a Setup Wizard and an Advanced Setup section. Use

the Setup Wizard if you want to quickly setup the Barricade for use with a cable modem or DSL

modem. Advanced setup supports more advanced functions like hacker attack detection, IP and MAC

address filtering, intrusion detection, virtual server setup, virtual DMZ hosts, as well as other

advanced functions.

6.1 | Making Configuration Changes

Configurable parameters have a dialog box or a drop-down list. Once a configuration change has

been made on a page, be sure to click the “Apply” or “Next” button at the bottom of the page to

enable the new setting.

Note: To ensure proper screen refresh after a command entry, be sure that Internet Explorer 5.0 is

configured as follows: Under the menu “Tools/Internet Options/General/Temporary Internet

Files/Settings,” the setting for “Check for newer versions of stored pages” should be “Every visit to

the page.”

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6.1 | Setup Wizard

Below is an outline of each option available from the Setup Wizard section. This wizard takes 3 steps

to complete an ISP configuration.

6.1.1 | Step One: Time Zone

The first step is to configure the Time Zone you are located in. This setting is used for accurate

timing of client filtering and log events.

6.1.2 | Step Two: Broadband Type

Select the type of broadband connection you have.

• Cable Modem

Your ISP may have given you a host name. If so, enter it into this field.

• Fixed-IP xDSL

Some xDSL Internet Service Providers may assign a fixed (static) IP address for your

gateway. If you have been provided with this information, choose this option and enter the

assigned IP address, subnet mask, gateway IP, and DNS IP addresses for the Barricade.

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• PPPoE

Enter the PPPoE user name and password assigned by your Service Provider. The Service

Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers. Leave the

Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) on the default value (1492) unless you have a particular

reason to change it. Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a maximum period of

time for which the Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is

inactive for longer than the Maximum Idle Time, it will be dropped. Enable the Auto-

reconnect option to automatically re-establish the connection as soon as you attempt to

access the Internet again.

• PPTP

Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol is a common connection method used for xDSL connections

in Europe.

• BigPond®

The BigPond Internet service is used in Australia.

6.1.2 | Step Three: Finish Configuration

Once you have configured your type of ISP connection, simply click the [Finish] button and the

Barricade will automatically configure your Internet connection.

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6.2 | Advanced Setup

Below is an outline of the Advanced Setup section. This section is used to manually configure your

ISP connection and also define the advanced system parameters, manage and control the Barricade

and its ports, or monitor network conditions.

6.2.1 | System

This section is used to configure the local time zone, password for administrator access, and the IP

address of a PC that will be allowed to manage the Barricade remotely.

• Time Zone

Use this option to configure the time zone for the Barricade. This information is used for log

entries and client access control.

There are 3 options to configure the Router’s internal clock:

o Using preset or custom NTP servers

o Using your computer system’s clock

o Manually configure the Time and Date

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• Password Settings

Use this menu to restrict access based on a password. By default, the password is

“smcadmin”.

NOTE: Passwords can contain up to 9 alphanumeric characters and are case sensitive.

• Remote Management

This feature allows a remote PC to configure, manage, and monitor the Barricade using a

standard web browser.

1. Check “Enable”

2. Set the “Allow Access” policy to one of the 2 options:

o Any IP Address – you can remotely manage the Barricade from any IP address on

the WAN side.

o Single IP – you can only remotely managed the Barricade from this IP address on

the WAN side.

o IP Range – you can remotely manage the Barricade from any IP address in this

range.

3. Set the Remote Management Port to the port through which you want to remotely

access the Barricade.

NOTE: Do not set this for a port that is already in use. For example, if you are running

a web server on port 80, you can’t set the remote admin port to 80.

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6.2.2 | WAN

Specify the WAN connection type provided by your Internet Service Provider, then click “More

Configuration” to enter detailed configuration parameters for the selected connection type.

• Dynamic IP

The Host Name is optional, but it may be required by some ISPs. The default MAC address is

set to the WAN’s physical interface on the Barricade. Use this address when registering for

Internet service, and do not change it unless required by your ISP. If your ISP used the MAC

address of an Ethernet card as an identifier when first setting up your broadband account,

connect only the PC with the registered MAC address to the Barricade and click the “Clone

MAC Address” button. This will replace the current Barricade MAC address with the already

registered Ethernet card MAC address.

If you are unsure of which PC did the broadband technician originally set up, call your ISP

and request they register a new MAC address for your account. Register using the

Barricade’s MAC address.

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• PPPoE

Enter the PPPoE user name and password assigned by your Service Provider. The Service

Name is normally optional, but may be required by some service providers. The MTU

(Maximum Transmission Unit) governs the maximum size of the data packets. Leave this on

the default value (1492) unless you have a particular reason to change it.

Enter a Maximum Idle Time (in minutes) to define a maximum period of time for which the

Internet connection is maintained during inactivity. If the connection is inactive for longer

than the Maximum Idle Time, it will be dropped. Enable the Auto-reconnect option to

automatically re-establish the connection when an application attempts to access the

Internet again.

• PPTP

Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) allows the secure remote access over the Internet

by simply dialing in a local point provided by an ISP. Using the above screen allows client PCs

to establish a normal PPTP session and provides hassle-free configuration of the PPTP client

on each client PC.

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• Static IP Address

If your Internet Service Provider has assigned a fixed IP address to you, enter the assigned

address and subnet mask for the Barricade, and then enter the gateway address of your ISP.

You may need a fixed address if you want to provide Internet services, such as a web server,

or FTP server.

• BigPond®

Use this section to configure the built-in client.

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• DNS

Domain Name Servers map numerical IP addresses to the equivalent domain name (e.g.,

www.smc.com). Your ISP should provide the IP address of one or more domain name

servers. Enter those addresses on this screen.

6.2.3 | LAN

From this section, you can configure the TCP/IP configuration for the Barricade LAN interface and

DHCP clients.

• LAN IP

Use the LAN menu to configure the LAN IP address for the Barricade and to enable the DHCP

server for dynamic client addresses allocation. Set a period for the lease time if required. For

home networks, this may be set to “Forever”, which means there is no time limit on the IP

address lease.

• IP Address Pool

A dynamic IP start address may be specified by the user, e.g. 192.168.2.100 (default value).

In this example, the IP addresses run from 192.168.2.100 to 192.168.2.199 which will be

part of the dynamic IP address pool. IP addresses from 192.168.2.2 to 192.168.2.99, and

192.168.2.200 to 192.168.2.254 will be available as static IP addresses.

NOTE: Do not include the address of the Barricade in the DHCP client address pool.

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6.2.4 | NAT

From this section, you can configure the Virtual Server and Special Application features that provide

control over the port openings in the router’s firewall. This section can be used to support several

Internet based applications such as VPN connections.

• Virtual Server

You can configure the Barricade as a virtual server. Remote users accessing services such as

the Web or FTP at your local site via public IP addresses can be automatically redirected to

local servers configured with private IP addresses. To provide the most flexibility, the

Barricade can support either a single port (80) or a range of ports (80-100). The traffic type

can also be defined as TCP, UDP, or both (UDP and TCP).

Some of the more common ports include: HTTP: 80, FTP: 21, Telnet: 23 and POP3: 110.

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• Special Applications

Some applications, such as Internet gaming, videoconferencing, Internet telephony require

multiple connections. These applications cannot work with Network Address Translation

(NAT) enabled. If you need to run applications that require multiple connections, use the

following screen to specify the additional public ports to be opened for each application.

Specify the port or port range normally associated with an application in the “Trigger Port”

field, select the protocol type as TCP or UDP, and then enter the public ports and data type

associated with the trigger port to open them for inbound traffic.

The maximum range that you can use for all NAT ports is 0 to 65535.

6.2.5 | Firewall

The firewall does not significantly affect system performance, so we advise enabling it to protect your

network users. To enable the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall, click on “Advanced” under the

Firewall section and select “Enable” and click the “Apply” button.

The Barricade SPI firewall can provide the access control of connected client PCs, block common

hacker attacks, including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death, IP with zero length, Smurf Attack,

UDP Port Loopback, Snork Attack, TCP Null Scan, and TCP SYN Flooding.

• Parental Control

Using this option allows you to specify different privileges for the client PCs. This is an

excellent tool to control a child’s access to specific content and/or general internet access for

a specific time and/or date.

To setup a Parental Control Rule: Click on “Click here to configure a new Parental

Control Rule” link. This will take you to the Rule Setup section.

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Rule Description: Set a Rule Description so you know what this rule applies to. Ex. Jon’s

Internet Access.

DHCP Option: Apply this rule to a specific IP Address or range of IP’s on your network. You

can use the DHCP client list to quickly add IP addresses that were provided

via DHCP connections.

Schedule Rule: Set the time and date this rule is active. You can have this rule be active

all the time or configure it to only be active on set days and times.

You can pick the dates you want this rule to be active by checking the box

next to the date.

For time, set the start time you want the Rule to active, and then set how

long you want the rule to run.

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• MAC Filtering

The MAC Filtering feature of the Barricade allows you to control access to your network

based on the MAC (Media Access Control) Address of the client machine. This ID is unique to

each network adapter.

You can configure that MAC address to be allowed to access your network, or to deny access

to the network.

This tool will also allow you to MAP DHCP IP Addresses to certain MAC Addresses. This tool

works well in conjunction with the Parental Control rules to provide maximum control.

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• Website Blocking

The Website Blocking feature of the Barricade limits access to website domains (i.e.

www.somesite.com) or by using keywords which will block any websites that have that

keyword in the URL. This feature is an ideal way to protect your family members from

questionable content on the Internet

• Advanced Settings

This section allows you to configure several advanced features for the Barricade Firewall.

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• The following features can be set on this page:

o Advanced Firewall Protection: Enable/Disable SPI section of firewall.

o Discard Ping from WAN: When this feature is enabled, any host on the WAN

cannot ping this product. This helps avoid unnecessary attacks from the WAN side

because your connection is invisible. It is recommended that you enable this option

for security.

o VPN Pass-through: Enable this option if you are using a PPTP, L2TP or IPSec VPN

connection.

o Email Alert: Configure this option if you want the Barricade to email when hackers

attempt to attack your network to a specific email address. You will need to

configure your email address, username and password, as well as a SMTP server to

send the mail through.

• DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)

If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly from behind the

firewall, then you can open the client PC up to unrestricted two-way Internet access. Enter

the LAN IP address of a DMZ host and click “Enable”.

NOTE: Adding a client to the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) may expose your local network to a

variety of security risks. Only use this option as a last resort.

6.2.6 | DDNS (Dynamic DNS)

The Barricade has an integrated Dynamic DNS feature that provides users on the Internet a method

to tie their domain name(s) to computers or servers. DDNS allows your domain name to follow your

IP address automatically by having your DNS records changed when your IP address changes.

The section also has a “Server Configuration” section that automatically opens the port options

checked in the Virtual Server section. Simply enter in the IP Address of your server, such as a web

server, and then click on the port option HTTP Port 80 so users can access your server from the WAN

connection (Internet).

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6.2.7 | UPnP

The Barricade supports UPnP (Universal Plug and Play), a networking architecture that provides

compatibility amongst networking equipment. This feature allows an UPnP based operating system,

like Windows XP to automatically communicate with the Barricade and open the required services

when needed.

6.2.8 | Tools

Use the “Tools” menu to backup the current configuration, restore a previously saved configuration,

restore factory settings, update firmware, and reset the Barricade.

• Configuration Tools

o Backup

Backup saves the Barricade’s configuration to a file.

o Restore

To restore settings from a saved backup configuration file.

o Restore to factory defaults

Restores the Barricade settings back to the factory default settings.

• Firmware Upgrade

This tool permits easy downloading of the latest Firmware. Download the upgrade file from

the SMC website (www.smc.com) and save it to your hard drive. Browse for the file and then

click “Apply”. Check the Status page Information section to confirm that the upgrade process

was successful.

• Reboot

Click “Apply” to reboot the Barricade. The reset will be complete when the power LED stops

blinking.

Note: Some options, when enabled, will require you to reboot the router. You can use this

option to perform that function.

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6.2.9 | Status

The Status screen displays WAN/LAN connection status, firmware, and hardware version numbers,

illegal attempts to access your network, as well as information on DHCP clients connected to your

network.

The following items are included on this screen:

1. INTERNET

Displays WAN connection type and status.

2. GATEWAY

Displays system IP settings, as well as DHCP and Firewall status.

3. INFORMATION

Displays the number of attached clients, the firmware versions, and the physical MAC

address for each media interface, as well as the hardware version and serial number.

4. Security Log

Displays illegal attempts to access your network.

a. Save Click on this button to save a security log file.

b. Clear Click on this button to delete the access log.

c. Refresh Click on this button to refresh the screen.

5. DHCP Client Log

Displays information on all DHCP clients on your network.

For additional information on the 7004VBR, please visit www.smc.com.

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APPENDIX A | Troubleshooting

The information outlined in this section describes some useful steps for getting your computer and

Barricade router online.

A.1 | Verify you are connected to the Barricade Router

If you are unable to access the Barricade’s web-based administration pages, then you may not be

properly connected or configured. The screen shots in this section were taken on a Windows 2000

machine, but the same steps will apply to Windows 95/98/Me/XP.

To determine your TCP/IP configuration status, please follow the steps below:

1. Click [Start] then choose [Run]

2. Type “cmd” or “command” (without the quotes) to open a DOS prompt.

3. In the DOS window, type “ipconfig” and verify the information that is displayed.

4. If you computer is setup for DHCP, then your TCP/IP configuration should be similar to the

information displayed:

• IP Address: 192.168.2.X (x is number between 100 and 199)

• Subnet: 255.255.255.0

• Gateway: 192.168.2.1

If you have an IP address that starts with 169.254.XXX.XXX then see section A.2.

If you have another IP address configured, see section A.3.

A.2 | I am getting an IP Address that starts with 169.254.XXX.XXX

If you are getting this IP Address, then you need to check that you are properly connected to the

Barricade Router.

Confirm that you have a good link light on the Barricade’s port to which this computer is connected.

If not, please try another cable.

If you have a good link light, please open up a DOS window as described in section A.1 and type

“ipconfig /renew” (without the quotes)

If you are still unable to get an IP Address from the Barricade, reinstall your network adapter. Please

refer to your adapter manual for instructions.

A.3 | I have another IP Address displayed

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If you have another IP address listed, then the PC may not be configured for a DHCP connection.

Please refer to Chapter 4 | Configure your Computer for information.

Once you have confirmed your computer is configured for DHCP, then please follow the steps below.

1. Open a DOS window as described above.

2. Type “ipconfig /release” (without the quotes)

3. Then type “ipconfig /renew” (without the quotes)

Once you are able to get a valid IP address from the Barricade Router, then you can now access

the web-based Administration pages.

If you still are not getting an IP address from the Barricade, please reset the router as outlined in

Chapter 2 and follow the steps outlined in this appendix again.

If you still cannot access the router once you have reset it, please contact SMC Technical

Support.

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A.4 | I have a Dynamic IP connection and I can’t get online

Most cable companies use a Dynamic IP configuration to provide Internet access. If you have this

type of connection, and are unable to get connected, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Unplug the power from your Cable or DSL modem for 2 mins.

2. Confirm that your Barricade router is configured for a Dynamic IP configuration

3. Plug the power back into your Modem.

4. Wait for your Modem to connect to the network, and then click on the status page of the

router to confirm that you are online.

The reason this process works is because certain broadband connections require a MAC address to

gain network access. This MAC address can be changed by following the above process to re-set the

approved MAC address to the MAC address of the Barricade router.

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APPENDIX B | Technical Specifications

Below is an outline of the Technical Specifications for the Barricade 4-Port Cable/DSL Broadband

Router (SMC7004VBR)

Standards

802.3, 802.3u

WAN Port

1 - 10/100Mbps RJ45, with Auto MDI/MDIX

LAN Port

4 - 10/100Mbps RJ45, with Auto MDI/MDIX

Supported WAN type

Static IP

Dynamic IP

PPP over Ethernet

PPTP

Big Pond

NAT

Maximum 253 Users

Protocol

IP Protocol

TCP/IP v4

DHCP server

Proxy DNS server

Management and Configuration

Web-based

Firewall

NAT firewall and SPI firewall

VPN

VPN pass-through including

PPTP/L2TP/IPsec

User Authentication

Password protected browser-based UI

PAP/CHAP/MSCHAP Authentication protocol

supported

Upgrade method

Web-based

LEDs

Power

WAN

Link

Activity

Input Power

DC 5V 2A

Operating Temperature

0°~40°C

Humidity

10%~90% non-condensing

Storage Temperature

-200~700C

Humidity

0~95% non-condensing

Compliance

FCC

CE

UL

Dimensions

5.2 x 3.4 x 1.3”

Weight

0.42 lbs

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APPENDIX C | Warranty

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APPENDIX D | Compliances

FCC Interference Statement

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 radio interference in a commercial environment. This equipment can generate, use and

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in

this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment

in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user, at his own expense, will be

required to take whatever measures are necessary to correct the interference.

CE Declaration of Conformity

This equipment complies with the requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility, EN

55022/A1 Class B, and EN 50082-1. This meets the essential protection requirements of the

European Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the member states

relation to electromagnetic compatibility.

Industry Canada - Class B

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital

apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,”

ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils

numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,”

NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications.

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APPENDIX E | Technical Support

PHONE

From U.S.A. and Canada (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

• (800) SMC-4-YOU

• (949) 679-8000

• Fax: (949) 679-1481

From Europe (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM UK Time)

• 44 (0) 118 974 8700

• Fax: 44 (0) 118 974 8701

INTERNET

E-mail addresses:

• techsupport@smc.com

• european.techsupport@smc-europe.com

Driver updates:

• http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_drivers_downloads

World Wide Web:

• http://www.smc.com/

• http://www.smc-europe.com/

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FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, CALL:

From U.S.A. and Canada (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

(800) SMC-4-YOU; Ph: (949) 679-8000; Fax: (949) 679-1481

From Europe (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM UK Time)

44 (0) 118 974 8700; Fax: 44 (0) 118 974 8701

INTERNET

E-mail addresses:

- techsupport@smc.com

- european.techsupport@smc-europe.com

Driver updates:

- http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?action=tech_support_drivers_downloads

World Wide Web:

- http://www.smc.com/

- http://www.smc-europe.com/

U.S.A. and Canada:

Spain:

UK:

France:

Italy:

Benelux:

Central Europe:

Switzerland:

Nordic:

Northern Europe:

Eastern Europe:

Sub Saharan Africa:

North Africa:

Russia:

PRC:

Taiwan:

Asia Pacific:

Korea:

Japan:

Australia:

India:

(800) SMC-4-YOU

34-93-477-4935

44 (0) 118 974 8700

33 (0) 41 38 32 32

39 02 739 12 33

31 33 455 72 88

49 (0) 89 92861-0

41 (0) 1 9409971

46 (0) 868 70700

44 (0) 118 974 8700

34 -93-477-4920

27-11 314 1133

34 93 477 4920

7 (095) 290 29 96

86-10-6235-4958

886-2-2659-9669

(65) 238 6556

82-2-553-0860

81-3-5645-5715

61-2-8875-7887

91-22-8204437

Fax (949) 679-1481

Fax 34-93-477-3774

Fax 44 (0) 118 974 8701

Fax 33 (0) 41 38 01 58

Fax 39 02 739 14 17

Fax 31 33 455 73 30

Fax 49 (0) 89 92861-230

Fax 41 (0) 1 9409972

Fax 46 (0) 887 62 62

Fax 44 (0) 118 974 8701

Fax 34 93 477 3774

Fax 27-11 314 9133

Fax 34 93 477 3774

Fax 7 (095) 290 29 96

Fax 86-10-6235-4962

Fax 886-2-2659-9666

Fax (65) 238 6466

Fax 82-2-553-7202

Fax 81-3-5645-5716

Fax 61-2-8875-7777

Fax 91-22-8204443

If you are looking for further contact information, please visit www.smc.com or www.smc-europe.com

SMC7004VBR

SMC Networks, Inc.

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Irvine, CA

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