Cisco Systems WRV54G manual Configuring the PCs, Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs

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Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router

Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs

Overview

The instructions in this chapter will help you configure each of your computers to be able to communicate with the Router.

To do this, you need to configure your PC’s network settings to obtain an IP (or TCP/IP) address automatically, so your PC can function as a DHCP client. Computers use IP addresses to communicate with the Router and each other across a network, such as the Internet.

First, find out which Windows operating system your computer is running. You can find out by clicking the Start button. Read the side panel of the Start menu to find out which operating system your PC is running.

You may need to do this for each computer you are connecting to the Router.

The next few pages tell you, step by step, how to configure your network settings based on the type of Windows operating system you are using. Make sure that an Ethernet or wireless adapter (also known as a network adapter) has been successfully installed in each PC you will configure. Once you’ve configured your computers, continue to “Chapter 6: Using the Router’s Web-Based Utility.”

Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCs

1.Click the Start button. Select Settings and click the Control Panel icon. Double-click the Network icon.

2.On the Configuration tab, select the TCP/IP line for the applicable Ethernet adapter, as shown in Figure 5-1. Do not choose a TCP/IP entry whose name mentions DUN, PPPoE, VPN, or AOL. If the word TCP/IP appears by itself, select that line. Click the Properties button.

3.Click the IP Address tab. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. (See Figure 5-2.)

Chapter 5: Configuring the PCs

IMPORTANT: Important: By default Windows 98, 2000, Me, and XP has TCP/IP installed and set to obtain an IP address automatically. If your PC does not have TCP/IP installed, click Start and then Help. Search for the keyword TCP/IP. Then follow the instructions to install TCP/IP.

Figure 5-1: Configuration Tab

Figure 5-2: IP Address Tab

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Wireless Security Frequently Asked QuestionsIntroduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband VPN Router IP Addresses Planning your Wireless NetworkRouter’s Functions What’s an IP Address?Why do I need a VPN? Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol ServersDynamic IP Addresses What is a VPN? VPN Router to VPN Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Getting to Know the Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Back PanelFront Panel DMZ Connecting the Wireless-G Broadband Router OverviewWired Connection to a PC Wireless Connection to a PCWireless-G VPN Broadband Router Configuring the PCs Configuring Windows 98 and Millennium PCsConfiguring Windows 2000 PCs PropertiesConfiguring Windows XP PCs Configuring the Router SetupWireless Security Access RestrictionsAdministration Applications & GamingBasic Setup Tab How to Access the Web-based UtilitySetup Tab Internet SetupStatic Internet Connection Type Optional Settings Required by some ISPs Pptp Internet Connection TypeNetwork Setup Ddns Tab DynDNS.orgMAC Clone MAC Address Clone Tab See FigureAdvanced Routing Tab Advanced RoutingStatic Routing 10 Routing TableWireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings See FigureWireless Network Wireless Security WEP See FigureWireless Network Access See Figure 13 Wireless Network AccessAdvanced Wireless Settings See Figure 15 Advanced Wireless SettingsSecurity Tab FirewallVPN 18 Manual Key Management 19 Advanced VPN Tunnel Setup WEP Access Restrictions Tab Access Restriction23 Internet Filter Summary Applications and Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardingPort Triggering 27 Port TriggeringUPnP Forwarding 28 UPnP ForwardingDMZ Administration Tab Router PasswordManagement Email Alert LogUPnP Syslog NotificationAlert Log DiagnosticsNotification Queue Length General Log33 Factory Default Information StatusRouter WAN ConnectionsLocal Network 36 Local Network38 Wireless System PerformanceAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsNeed to set a static IP address on a PC Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router TCP UDP Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default Need to upgrade the firmwareFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting Power LED flashes continuouslyIs IPSec Pass-Through supported by the Router? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Router installed on the network? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk?What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Does the Router support ICQ send file?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? Is the Router cross-platform compatible? What is DMZ Hosting?What are the advanced features of the Router? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded?What is ad-hoc mode? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard?What Ieee 802.11b features are supported? What is infrastructure mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP?How do I reset the Router? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network Appendix B Wireless Security Brief OverviewWhat Are The Risks? Passive Attacks Jamming AttacksDictionary-Building or Table Attacks Maximizing Wireless SecurityActive Attacks Man-in-the-Middle Attacks5SSID 8WEP Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router 4GHz/802.11b and 802.11g WEP Encryption Figure B-2 WEPEnvironment WRV54GBuild Filter Lists How to Establish a Secure IPSec TunnelCreate an IPSec Policy Filter List 1 win-routerFilter List 2 router-win Figure C-4 IP Filter ListFigure C-7 IP Filter List Configure Individual Tunnel Rules Tunnel 1 win-routerFigure C-13 Authentication Methods Figure C-16 Tunnel Setting Tab Tunnel 2 router-winFigure C-19 IP Filter List Tab Figure C-22 Preshared Key Assign New IPSec Policy Figure C-25 Connection TypeCreate a Tunnel Through the Web-Based Utility Figure C-28 VPN TabFigure D-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure D-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressAppendix E Snmp Functions Figure F-1 Upgrade Firmware Appendix F Upgrading FirmwareAppendix G Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix H Glossary Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Wireless-G VPN Broadband Router Appendix I Specifications Transmit Power 19dBm LEDsUp to 54Mbps wireless, up to 100 Mbps LAN Appendix J Regulatory Information FCC StatementFCC Part 68 Statement Safety Notices Appendix K Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix L Contact Information