Multitech RF820, RF830 Configuring RouteFinder, About IPSec, Start the RouteFinder Configuration

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Chapter 4 – Configuring the RouteFinder

Chapter 4 – Configuring the

RouteFinder

Now that the cabling is completed and each PC on the network is configured to accept the IP addresses that the RouteFinder will provide, you are ready to configure your RouteFinder.

Note: The antenna must be attached in order for the RouteFinder to be operational.

About the Browser Interface

Initial configuration is required in order for you to begin operation. The browser-based interface eases configuration and management.

About IPSec

The VPN functionality is based on the IPSec protocol and uses 168-bit Triple DES (3DES) encryption to ensure that your information remains private.

Start the RouteFinder Configuration

1.Connect your workstation.

Be sure your workstation is connected to one of the RouteFinder’s LAN ports and that the antenna is attached to the RouteFinder.

2.Apply power.

Apply power to the RouteFinder and wait for the Status LED to blink indicating that the unit is ready.

3.Set the workstation IP address.

The directions for setting your workstation IP address are covered in Chapter 3.

Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. RouteFinder SOHO RF820/RF820-AP & RF830/RF830-AP User Guide (S000399E)

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Contents RouteFinder→ Soho World Headquarters Warranty TrademarksRevision Date Description PatentsContents Introduction Description Key FeaturesFeature Details RouteFinder Documentation RouteFinder Ship Kit ContentsDescription Telecom Warnings for the ModemRF820/RF820-AP Front Panel RF830/RF830-AP Front Panel LEDsBack Panels ConnectorRF820 RF820-AP RF830 RF830-AP Typical Applications Specifications RF820 and RF820-AP RF830 and RF830-AP SpecificationsVPN Specifications Specifications for 802.11b/g InterfaceRF8230AP and RF830AP RF820-AP InstallationCabling Your RouteFinder RF820RF830-AP RF830Establish TCP/IP Communication Setting up a Workstation and Starting RouteFinderClick the Properties button To Set a Fixed IP AddressOpen a Web Browser Menu Bar Sub Other Options Screen Name Input Area Navigating the ScreensTable of Menus and Sub-Menus Network Setup WirelessMenu Bar Sub-MenusStart the RouteFinder Configuration Configuring RouteFinderAbout IPSec RouteFinder Initial Configuration Using the Wizard Setup Screen to Configure Your RouteFinderScreen Notes Wizard SetupWAN 1 Dhcp Client Choice ISP SettingsWAN 1 Static IP Choice WAN 1 PPPoE Choice MTU Save to Flash Memory Important Note About Save and RestartRestart Administration System Setup Configuration Using Web Management SoftwareAdministration Administration System SetupConfigure Email Notification Auto Reboot TimerEmail Address Screen Note Administration Administrative AccessAdministrative Access Administration Administrative AccessWeb Interface Inactivity Time Out Change PasswordAdministrative Access Http Port Old Password, New Password, ConfirmationRemote Syslog Administration System LogsAdministration Remote Syslog Administration System Logs Administration Remote SyslogGeneral Configuration Administration Sntp ClientSntp Configuration Administration Sntp ClientDaylight Saving End Time Administration Sntp Client Time Zone ConfigurationDaylight Configuration Daylight Saving Start TimeAdministration Tools Administration ToolsAdministration Tools Administration Factory Defaults Administration Factory DefaultsReset Modem Reset to Factory DefaultsNetworks & Services Network Configuration Networks & ServicesNetworks & Services Network Configuration Important Network Notes RF830/RF830-AP Network Configuration ScreenNetwork Configuration Fields How to Confirm Your EntriesNetworks & Services Service Configuration Networks & Services ServicesThis is an example of screen with the TCP protocol selected AH and ESP Service ConfigurationEditing and Deleting User-Added Services TCP, UDP, and TCP& UDPNetwork Setup IP Settings Network SetupNetwork Setup IP Settings WAN 1 & WAN 2 WAN 2 is for the RF830/RF830-AP only WAN Choice Dhcp Client DefaultDefault Gateway WAN Choice Static IPWAN Choice PPPoE Wlan Settings Network Setup Wireless LANSelect Security Network Setup Wireless LAN Wlan SecuritySecurity Selection Disable Wlan SecurityWEP Key to Index Network Setup Wireless LAN Wlan Security WEP KeyWPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Key Group Key Rekeying Access Control List Network Setup Wireless LAN Wlan Client FilterNetwork Setup Advanced IP Settings Screen Note This screen applies to the RF820/RF820-AP only Network Setup PPP Cellular/Analog BackupPPP Client for Cellular/Analog Modem Backup Network Setup PPP Cellular/Analog BackupPPP Keep-Alive Parameters Signal Strength only for Cellular ModemsModem Initialization Strings SIM Initialization String only for Cellular ModemsNetwork Setup Load Balancing Network Setup Load BalancingLoad Balancing Weight Configuration Load Balancing Keep Alive URL ConfigurationNetwork Setup Dynamic DNS Network Setup Dynamic DNSDdns Failover for the RF830/RF830-AP only Check IP Server Use WildcardCustom DNS Check IPNetwork Setup IP Masquerading Network Setup Static RoutesNetwork Setup Snat Network Setup SnatService WAN IP Network Setup DnatNetwork Setup Dnat Add Dnat DefinitionPacket Filter Packet Filter Rules Packet FiltersAction ServicesFrom Host/Networks To Host/NetworksPacket Filters Advanced Filters Packet Filters Advanced FiltersIcmp on Firewall Packet Filter IcmpPacket Filter Packet Filter Log Icmp ForwardingAdd a New Connection VPN Virtual Private NetworkVPN IPSec VPN IPSecAdd IKE Connection Add an IKE ConnectionLeft Next Hop NetBIOS BroadcastVPN IPSec Add IKE Connection Key Life Number of RetriesAdd Manual Connection Add a Manual ConnectionVPN IPSec Add Manual Connection Fqdn Select Remote Address Pptp SettingsPptp Status Encryption StrengthAuthentication Type User AuthenticationAuthentication Type Select Radius Http Allowed Networks ProxyProxy Http Proxy Http StatusProxy Custom Filters LAN Status Proxy DNS ProxyDNS Proxy Proxy DNS ProxyDhcp Server on LAN Dhcp Server LAN Subnet SettingsDhcp Server LAN Subnet Settings Dhcp ServerAdd Fixed Address Dhcp Server Wlan Subnet Settings and Wlan Fixed AddressesAdd Fixed Address Backup Utilities BackupUtilities Firmware Upgrade Utilities Backup Utilities Firmware UpgradeRF820/RF820-AP Screen RF830/RF830-AP Screen Statistics & LogsStatistics & Logs System Information Statistics & Logs System InformationStatistics & Logs Packet Filter Log All Access Requests to Firewall Violating Security PolicyLog Access to Administrative Access Port Statistics & Logs Network Interface DetailsStatistics & Logs Pptp Live Log Statistics & Logs IPSec Live LogStatistics & Logs Dhcp Server Live Log Statistics & Logs Wlan Client Live Log Statistics & Logs PPP Cellular/Analog LogStatistics & Logs Log Traces Statistics & Logs Log TracesSystem Diagnostics as a Troubleshooting Tool TroubleshootingProblem #4 Frequently Asked Questions Which modems are compatible with the router? How do I access the Router’s setup pages with a Mac?If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? How will I be notified of new router firmware upgrades?Appendix a Table of Commonly Supported Subnet Addresses Network Number Hosts Available Broadcast Address Mechanical Appendix B Antenna for Wireless RouteFinderAntenna Electrical Characteristics AntennaWeee Appendix C Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment DirectiveAES GlossaryIKE Isdn TA Pptp PingSsid WEP TkipWPA-PSK Wlan Wireless Local Area NetworkData Encryption Standard DES Definition IndexNetwork Setup PPP Cellular/Analog Modem Stats & Logs Dhcp Server Live Log