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DSL - 604+ 802.11b Wireless ADSL Router User ’ s Guide First Edition (November 2002) 6DSL604G .. 01.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’ s Guide ii Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. Bitte lesen Sie sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den spätern Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide iii WARRANTY SERVICE MAY BE OBTAINED BY CONTACTING A D - LINK O FFICE WITHIN THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD, AND REQUESTING A RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORIZATION (RMA) NUMBER.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’ s Guide iv LIMITA TION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL D - LINK BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDEN.
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DSL - 604+ ADSL Etherne t Router User’s Guide vii About This Guide Thank you for choosing the DSL - 604+ Wireless ADSL Router. The DSL - 604+ will provide your small office or home network with convenient Internet access, rapid download speeds, improved network efficiency and enhanced security.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide viii Requirements for Installation To install and use the Router you need a computer equipped with an Ethernet port (such as an Ethernet NIC) and a web browser.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Etherne t Router User’s Guide ix About IPoA Connections (RFC 1577) IP over ATM connections may require global IP settings for the device.
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DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 1 1 Introduction This chapter describes the Router and it features and includes brief introduction to ADSL and 802.11b Wireless LAN. Front and rear panel diagram s are used to illustrate the LED indicators and cable connections.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 2 Static Routing This allows you to select a data path to a particular network des tination that will remain in the routing table and never “age out”.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 3 Standards Compatibility and Compliance The DSL - 604+ complies with or is compatible with the following standards as recognized by their respective agencies. • ITU G.994.1 (G. Hs Auto - handshake ) compliant • ITU G.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 4 Front Panel LED Display Place the Router in a location that permits an easy view of the LED indicators on the front panel. The LED indicators on the front panel include the Power, Status, ADSL Link/Activity, and WLAN indicators.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 5 Introduction to 802.11b Wireless Th e IEEE 802.11b standard is the most widely used standard for wireless LANs today. A wireless LAN (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits data using radio signals instead of cables.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 6 points can be set up using the same SSID so that wireless stations can move fro m one location to another without losing connection to the wireless network. The DSL - 604+ operates in Infrastructure mode.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 7 2 Hardware Installation The DSL - 604+ functions on three separate networks, a wired Ethernet LAN, a wireless LAN and a wired ADSL WAN. Placement of the Router must take into account the fact that it is connected to these thr ee networks with three types of media.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 8 Network Connection Complete the connection to the wired networks through the AD SL port and the Ethernet port on the back of the Router. See the diagram on page 4 . Connect ADSL Line Use the ADSL cable included with the Router to connect it to a telephone wall socket.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 9 3 C onfiguring the Router for the First Time The first time you setup the Router it is recommended that you configure the WAN connection using a single computer making sure that both the computer and the Router are not connected to the LAN.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 10 Co nfigure Windows XP for DHCP Use the following steps to configure a computer running Windows XP to be a DHCP client. 1. From the Start menu on your desktop, go to click on Control Panel . 2. In the Control Panel folder, click on Network and Internet Connections .
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 11 3. In the Network and Internet Connections folder, click on Network Connections . 4. In the Network Connections folder, highlight the Local Area Connection icon by clicking on it once. A new option is revealed under Network Tabs in the left side panel.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 12 5. Click on Change settings of the connection under Network Tabs. 6. In the General Tab of the Local Area Connection Properties menu, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) under “This connection uses the following items:” by clicking on it once.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 13 7. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” by clicking once in the circle. Click the OK button. Your computer is now ready to use the Router’s DHCP server. Windows 2000 First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 14 Windows ME First, check for the IP protocol and, if necessary, install it: 1. In the Windows task bar, click the Sta rt button, point to Settings , and then click Control Panel . 2. Double - click the Network and Dial - up Connections icon.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 15 Configure Windows 95, 98 for DHCP 1. Op en the Control Panel window, and then click the Network icon. 2. Select the network component labeled TCP/IP, and then click Properties . 3. If you have multiple TCP/IP listings, select the listing associated with your network card or adapter.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 16 Access the Confi guration Manager Now that your computer’s IP settings allow it to communicate with the Router, you can access the configuration software. Note Be sure that the web browser on your computer is not configured to use a proxy server in the Internet settin gs.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 17 Figure 3 - 2 . Login to Router Note Do not confuse the user name and password used to access the web - based manager wit h the ADSL account user name and password needed for PPP connections to access the service provider ’ s network.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 18 When the Router is used to provide Internet access it actually must first access your service provider’s network, that is, it must communicate with computers and other routers owned by your service pr ovider.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 19 4 Web - based Management Guide The DSL - 604+ offers a web - based (HTML) graphic al user interface allowing users to manage the Router from anywhere on the LAN using a standard browser, software such as Ne t scape Navigator or Microsoft Internet Explorer.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 20 The Maintenance folder and Summary folder contain menus useful for system upkeep and analysis. These me nus are described later in this chapter.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 21 In the Multiple PVC configuration menu configure the WAN interface settings described in the table below. A LL CONNECTIONS MUST CONFIGURE : Select index to set Choose the index number you wish to modify or delete.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 22 Additional Virtual Connections (PVCs) The Router can use up to eight simultaneous PVC connections. These additional connections occupy the same bandwidth used for ADSL service.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 23 To a dd a PVC: 1. Type in an Item Name . This name may not be used for any other PVC profiles on the Router. 2. Type in a new VPI and VCI value. This combination may not be used for another PVC profile on the Router.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 24 Configuring LAN IP Settings Use this menu to change the Ethernet LAN IP address of the Router. You can also find the MAC address for the Router listed here. Figure 4 - 3 . Ethe rnet IP Address Menu The Ethernet IP Address displays the current LAN IP settings of the Router.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 25 Wireless Configuration All 802.11b wireless network settings for the Router are configured on this page. The Router supports data rates of up to 22 Mbps when it is used with other D - Link AirPlus devices.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 26 128 Bit Hex Key : Choose the 128 Bit Hex Key option and define the 128 bit key. Enable the 128 bit key by selecting it and typing the key characters in the allotted space s. If you have opted not to use a Passphrase, you can define the keys here by typing in 26 hexadecimal digits.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 27 MAC Access Control For added security you can opt to use Access Control based on MAC address. This feature lets you create a list of MAC addresses that are allowe d or denied association with the Router through the wireless interface.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 28 Layer 2 Filtering The Layer 2 Filter function of the Router can be configured to drop a number of packets types as they are encountered on either interface. This is especially useful is the Router is configured to operate as a simple bridge.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 29 Proxy DNS Settings You may use the Router to provide DNS services for work stations on your LAN. To configure on - board DNS, click on the Proxy DNS button.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 30 DHCP Configuration Us e the DHCP Configuration on LAN menu to configure the Router to act as a DHCP server for the LAN.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 31 NAT Configuration Network Address Translation (NAT ) is a routing protocol that allows your network to become a private network that is isolate d from, yet connected to the Internet.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 32 DMZ IP Address NAT may conflict with certain interactive applications such as video conferencing or playing Internet video games. For these applications, a NAT bypass can be set up using a DMZ IP address.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 33 IP Masquerade Timer The IP Masquerade Timer is used to control how frequently the IP Masquerade table is updated. T he IP Masquerade table is used to map the internal LAN IP addresses to the external WAN global IP address used for your account.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 34 Port Redirection Figure 4 - 11 . Port Redirection Menu The Port Redirection feature of the Router is used in conjunction with NAT or IP Masquerading to improve security and efficiency. Port redirection can be used to direct potentially hazardo us packets to a proxy server outside your firewall.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 35 Port redirection is universally enabled or disabled for the Router with the Port Redirection State drop - down menu. The Existing Entry number tells you how many sets currently are configured. The Valid Entry number tells you the number of sets that are active.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 36 Static Route Configuration Use Static Routing to specify a route used for data traffic within your Ethernet LAN or to route data on the WAN. This is used to specify that all packets destined for a particular network or subnet use a predetermined gateway.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 37 Advanced Filter & Firewall One of the most important elements of any network security implementation is the firewall. Packet filtering is a basic firewall security measure and should be used on any network that is exposed to security risk.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 38 Define these variables for each filter rule: S ELECT INDEX TO SET When adding a new rule, choose the Not selected option from the drop - down menu first. This will automatically assign the next available index number to the new rule.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 39 RIP Use the RIP menu to enable RIP version 1, version 2 or both for any interface. You can further specify whether to enable RIP p ackets to be sent or accepted. RIP is disabled by default on all interfaces (sending and accepting RIP packets).
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 40 Date & Time Settings The Router can use Network Time Protocol (NTP) to set system time and date accurately using a public or private NTP server. The function may be disabled if highly accurate time recording is not a priority.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 41 UPnP Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) is a feature that facilitates networkin g for a variety of devices and systems. UPnP allows enabled systems to be networked more easily. This feature is enabled by default.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 42 System Maintenance The Mainatenance folder in the web mananger contains links to menus used for sytem maintenance functions including firmware upgarde and username/password configuration.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 43 System Username and Password Use this screen to change the username and password used to access the Web Manager. The Web Manager can be accessed remotely from outside the LAN when it is functioning in router mode using the Remote Administration Access menu (described in a la ter section).
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 44 Factory Reset The DSL - 504 can be reset to the default configuration for all setting s using the Factory Reset option. This will also change the both the LAN and WAN IP address of the device, so these will need to be reconfigured accordingly.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 45 Configuration File Maintenance Use the Configuration File Maintenance store current settings to a file on your computer or to load previously save d configuration files on the device.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 46 ADSL Line Setting If your ADSL connection is disconnected or the connection is fault y, you can try to reconnect using the ADSL Line Setting menu. The ADSL/Link LED Indicator will light green if you have a viable ADSL link.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 47 Summary Use the summary windows to monitor Router performance and troubleshoot the device. System Summary The main summary page displays key information about the WAN connection and various Router functions.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 48 IP Address Router LAN IP Address Subnet Mask Subnet Mask on LAN IP Address Configuration MAC Address Fixed Hardware ID of Router Login User Name User .
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 49 DHCP Allocation Table The DHCP Allocation Table p rovides a summary of current IP setting allocation for the network. Figure 4 - 26 . DHCP Allocation Table Information listed in the DHCP Allocation Table includes the following: Index Index reference number for entry.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 50 Runtime Routing Table The Runtime Routing Table provides a summary of dynamic and s tatic routing information for both the LAN and WAN interface.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 51 Figure 4 - 30 . Line Condition Use the Clear button to start a fresh session. Check the Auto - Refresh box to automatically refresh the screen.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 52 Figure 4 - 31 . Carrier Chart This chart can be used to gauge signal quality for the entire upstream (lower portion) and downstream (upper portion) range of discrete modular tones. The example above displays normal signal functio n for the full range of frequencies.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 53 A Technical Specifications GENERAL STANDARDS: • ITU G.992.1 (G.dmt) • ITU G.992.2 (G.lite) • ITU G.994.1 (G.Hs) • ITU - T Rec. I.361 • ITU - T Rec. I.610 • IEEE 802.3 • IEEE 802.3u • IEEE 802.
DSL - 604+ ADSL Ethernet Router User’s Guide 54 Physical and Environmental DC inputs : Power Adapter: Input: 100V AC 50 - 60Hz 24W Output: 7.5V DC 1.5 A Power Consumption : 12 Watts (max) Operating Temperature : 0° to 40° C (32° - 104° F) Humidity : 5 to 95% (non - condensing) Dimensions : 234 .
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