Airlink RT210W user manual Hardware Connection, Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband Router

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Wireless Broadband Router User Manual

ØReboot. Insert a straightened paperclip into the reset hole to press the button. This will reboot the Wireless Broadband Router.

ØRestore to the factory defaults. Insert a straightened paperclip into the reset hole to press the button. Keep pressing and power cycle (off and on) the device. Wait for at least 5 seconds to release the button. Then wait for the device to finish booting. This operation erases all previous settings entered by the administrator.

2.2Hardware Connection

Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband Router

∙Place the device close to the power outlet for the cable to reach it easily.

∙Avoid placing the device in places where people may walk on the cables.

∙Keep the device away from direct sunlight or heat sources.

∙Place the device on a flat and stable stand.

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Contents Page Trademarks DisclaimerSafety Instructions For Service FCC Information Page Contents Appendix a Troubleshooting SpecificationList of Figures Page Overview Introduction∙ NAT FeaturesSystem Requirements Package ContentsPage Front Panel LED IndicatorPhysical Outlook Rear Panel and Connector Rear Panel and ConnectorHardware Connection Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband RouterConnecting wired device to the LAN port Connecting the Wireless Broadband RouterConnecting Cable/ADSL Modem to the WAN port Connecting the power adapterFigure below illustrates a connection diagram example Page Configuring Local Computer to Access the Wireless Router Option a Using Dhcp Setting up TCP/IPFor Windows 98/ME Control Panel192.168.1.1 Option B Using Fixed IP Address∙ On the IP Address tab, select Specify an IP address Check/Renew IP Address under Windows 98/ME For Windows 2000/XPSelect Use the following IP address and enter these ∙ Default GatewayCheck/Renew IP Address under Windows 2000/XP Additional Settings for Wireless Client∙ Authentication Open For example C\ping Checking Connection with the Wireless Broadband RouterRequest time out Destination host unreachable Accessing Web-Based Configuration Utility Web ConfigurationApplying Changes Making the Changes EffectiveGeneral Information System Overview Router ModeSystem Overview Bridge Mode Part 1 Configuring general settings WAN Configuration Router ModePPPoE Client Part 2. Configuring protocol-specific settingsDhcp Client WAN Configuration PPPoE Client Manual Config WAN Configuration Bridge ModeEnabling Bridging Mode Dhcp Server Router Mode Only LAN ConfigurationLAN Configuration Router Mode LAN Spanning Tree Protocol Router Mode Only11 Dhcp Lease Table Viewing Current Dhcp Assignments Router Mode OnlyBasic Configuration Wireless LAN 2.4G Configuration12 Access Point Mode Wireless Bridge13 Wireless Bridge Mode Advanced Configuration Access ControlPage Network Authentication Wireless LAN SecurityNetwork Key fields Format Minimum CharactersWEP 64 Bit Hexadecimal digits Ascii characters 128 Bit Key Length HEX Format Ascii Format15 Wireless LAN Security Connection Logging Filters Router Mode OnlyGeneral LAN Client Filter LAN MAC Filter16 Filters Forwarding Router Mode OnlyPort Forwards DMZ IP AddressDescription Application Specific Port ForwardsStatic Routes System Clock AdministrationFirmware Upgrade Management SetupSystem Restore Factory DefaultsCurrent Firmware version field Page Troubleshooting Page Hardware Power Adapter and Environmental RequirementInterface PhysicalLAN Port Features WAN Port FeaturesRouter Features SoftwareConfiguration and Management Features Security FeaturesWireless LAN Features Technical Support