Linksys BEFSX41 manual For Windows XP

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that Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically are selected.

•Click the OK button in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties win- dow, and click the OK button in the Local Area Connection Properties window.

•Restart the computer if asked.

For 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.

•Click Start and Control Panel.

•Click the Network and Internet Connections icon and then the Network Connections icon.

•Right-click the Local Area Connection that is associated with the Ethernet adapter you are using, and select the Properties option.

•In the This connection uses the following items box, highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and click the Properties button. Make sure that Obtain an IP address automatically and Obtain DNS server address automatically are selected.

•Click the OK button in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties win- dow, and click the OK button in the Local Area Connection Properties window.

•Restart the computer if asked.

For Windows NT 4.0:

•Click Start, Settings, and Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon.

•Click the Protocol tab, and double-click on TCP/IP Protocol.

•When the window appears, make sure you have selected the correct Adapter for your Ethernet adapter and set it for Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server.

•Click the OK button in the TCP/IP Protocol Properties window, and click the Close button in the Network window.

•Restart the computer if asked.

B.Open a command prompt.

•For Windows 95, 98, and Me, please click Start and Run. In the Open field, type in command. Press the Enter key or click the OK button.

•For Windows NT, 2000, and XP, please click Start and Run. In the Open field, type cmd. Press the Enter key or click the OK button.

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C.In the command prompt, type ping 192.168.1.1 and press the Enter key.

•If you get a reply, the computer is communicating with the Router.

•If you do NOT get a reply, please check the cable, and make sure Obtain an IP address automatically is selected in the TCP/IP settings for your Ethernet adapter.

D.In the command prompt, type ping followed by your WAN IP address and press the Enter key. The WAN IP Address can be found in the web inter- face of the Router. For example, if your WAN IP address is 1.2.3.4, you would enter ping 1.2.3.4 and press the Enter key.

•If you get a reply, the computer is connected to the Router.

•If you do NOT get a reply, try the ping command from a different comput- er to verify that your original computer is not the cause of the problem.

E.In the command prompt, type ping www.yahoo.com and press the Enter key.

•If you get a reply, the computer is connected to the Internet. If you cannot open a webpage, try the ping command from a different computer to ver- ify that your original computer is not the cause of the problem.

•If you do NOT get a reply, there may be a problem with the connection. Try the ping command from a different computer to verify that your orig- inal computer is not the cause of the problem.

3. I am not getting an IP address on the WAN with my Internet connection.

A.Refer to “Problem #2, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that you have connectivity.

B.If you need to register the MAC address of your Ethernet adapter with your ISP, please see “Appendix G: Finding the MAC address and IP Address for Your Ethernet Adapter.” If you need to clone the MAC address of your Ethernet adapter onto the Router, see the MAC Address Clone section of “Chapter 7: The Cable/DSL Firewall Router’s Web-based Utility” for details.

C.Make sure you are using the right WAN settings. Contact your ISP to see if your WAN connection type is DHCP, Static IP Address, or PPPoE (com- monly used by DSL consumers). Please refer to the Setup section of “Chapter 7: The Cable/DSL Firewall Router’s Web-based Utility” for details on WAN settings.

D.Make sure you have the right cable. Check to see if the WAN column has a solidly lit Link LED.

E.Make sure the cable connecting from your cable or DSL modem is con- nected to the Router’s WAN port. Verify that the Status page of the Router’s web interface shows a valid IP address from your ISP.

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Contents User Guide Copyright & Trademarks Table of Contents Features IntroductionEnvironmental 139 IP Addresses An Introduction to LANs and WANsNetwork Setup Overview Why Do I Need a VPN?Your Virtual Private Network VPN Firewall Router to Firewall Router What is a Virtual Private Network?Router’s Back Panel PowerModem connection will not work from any other port PortsWAN and LAN LEDs Router’s Front Panel LEDsProceed to Connect the Router Router’s hardware installation is now complete Connecting Your Hardware Together and Booting UpConnect the Router OverviewConfiguring Windows 95, 98, and Millennium PCs Configure the PCsConfiguring Windows 2000 PCs Go to Configure the RouterConfiguring Windows XP PCs Configure the Router Static IP Address Obtain an IP Address AutomaticallyAdvanced Proxies. Click Direct Connection to the Internet Enter the Gateway AddressRAS PPPoECable/DSL Firewall Router’s Web-based Utility Quick and Easy Router AdministrationSetup Static IP User Name and PasswordWAN IP Firewall Block WAN Request Remote UpgradeMulticast Pass Through IPSec Pass ThroughVPN Establishing a TunnelLocal Secure Group and Remote Secure Group Remote Security Gateway Authentication EncryptionKey Management Instant Broadband Series Phase Advanced Settings for Selected IPSec TunnelPassword Other SettingsStatus Dhcp Log Help Filters AdvancedInstant Broadband Series Forwarding UPnP Forwarding Port Triggering Static Routing Dynamic RoutingDMZ Host DMZ PortDMZ Host Address MAC Address Clone Current DMZ HostDdns DynDNS.orgAppendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsTZO.com For Windows NT For Windows XPFor Windows 95, 98, and Me For Windows XP Am not able to access the Router’s web interface Setup 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 use port triggering Click the Advanced = Filter tabFrequently Asked Questions TCP/IP is compatible with the Router Appendix B Maximizing VPN Security Environment IntroductionWindows 2000 or Windows XP Step One Create an IPSec PolicyFilter List 1 win-router Step Two Build Filter ListsIP Address Figure C-6 Filter List 2 router=winTunnel 1 win-router Step Three Configure Individual Tunnel RulesString to Protect Negotiate Security Key exchange pre Respond Using IPSec XYZ12345. ClickShared key, as shown AcceptTunnel 2 router-win Key Exchange Action Require Security This string to protectPreshared key, XYZ12345Step Four Assign New IPSec Policy Figure C-24Figure C-28 Step Five Create a Tunnel Through the Web-based UtilityAppendix D Snmp Functions Appendix E How to Ping Your ISP’s E-mail & Web AddressesFigure E-1 TCP/IP installation is now complete Appendix F Installing the TCP/IP ProtocolFor Windows NT, 2000, and XP Figure G-1Figure G-5 Appendix H Glossary 129 131 133 135 137 Environmental Appendix I SpecificationsAppendix K Contact Information Appendix J Warranty InformationSales Information Web FTP SiteCopyright 2003 Linksys, All Rights Reserved
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