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Before You Begin

Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband

Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service

Overview

This chapter covers the steps for configuring the Router for mobile broadband service only. If you want to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, go to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.” If you want to configure the Router for broadband WAN and mobile broadband service, go to “Chapter 7: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN and Mobile Broadband Service.”

Before You Begin

Before you begin, make sure that you have the following:

•your activated Mobile Broadband Data Card

•your Mobile Broadband Data Card Service information.

The information about your Mobile Broadband Data Card was included with your Mobile Broadband Data Card package. If you do not have this information, contact the mobile broadband service provider’s customer support.

IMPORTANT: If you do NOT have your Mobile Broadband Data Card you cannot configure the Router for mobile broadband service. However, you can configure the Router for broadband WAN service; for instructions, proceed to “Chapter 6: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only.”

IMPORTANT: Make sure your Mobile Broadband Data Card is activated before starting the setup. If you have not already done so, follow the instructions provided in your Card’s documentation.

Chapter 5: Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Service

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Cisco Systems WRT54G3G-ST manual Before You Begin, Overview, Before you begin, make sure that you have the following

Contents

Router for Mobile Broadband 2.4 802 GHz .11g Wireless- GWIRELESS User GuideHow to Use This User Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition and Mobile Broadband Service Table of ContentsChapter 2 Planning Your Wireless Network Chapter 7 Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WANAppendix D Windows Help Appendix A TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix C Upgrading FirmwareAppendix F Glossary List of Figures Figure 5-18 Congratulations Screen Figure 7-11 Configure DSL PPPoE Settings Screen Figure 8-24 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Enterprise - AES Figure 8-20 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Personal - TKIPFigure 8-21 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Personal - AES Figure 8-23 Wireless Tab - Wireless Security WPA Enterprise - TKIPFigure E-4 MAC Address Filter List Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandFigure E-2 MAC Address/Adapter Address Figure E-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressWelcome Chapter 1 IntroductionWhat’s in this User Guide? Appendix B Wireless Security Network Layout Chapter 2 Planning Your Wireless NetworkNetwork Topology Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeMobile Broadband The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandThe Router’s Ports PowerThe Router’s LEDs The Router’s Data Card Slot Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Hardware Installation for Use of the Mobile Broadband Service OnlyOverview Figure 4-1 Connect Your Computer Hardware Installation for Connection to Your Broadband Modem Figure 4-4 Connect Your Computer Figure 4-5 Connect the Power Hardware Installation for Connection to Another Router Figure 4-8 Connect Your Computer Stand Option Placement Options68 mm 2,68 inches Wall-Mount OptionBefore You Begin OverviewBefore you begin, make sure that you have the following Using the Setup Wizard Figure 5-2 Select Service Screen Click the Next button Figure 5-6 Power on the Router Screen IMPORTANT If you do NOT have your mobile broadband data card, you cannot configure the Router for mobile broadband service. You have two choices. To continue with the Setup Wizard to configure the wireless settings, proceed to step 14, or to configure the Router for broadband WAN service only, proceed to “Chapter 6 Setting up the Wireless-G Router for Broadband WAN Service Only” for instructions WPA2-PSK WEP 128-Bit Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandUsing the Setup Wizard WPA-PSKUsing the Setup Wizard Figure 5-14 Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP 64-Bit ScreenFigure 5-15 Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandRouter for Mobile Broadband.” Using the Setup Wizard OverviewBefore You Begin Figure 6-2 Select Service Screen Figure 6-4 Connect the Modem to the Router Screen Click the Next button Figure 6-7 Power on the Router Screen DSL PPPoE Cable DHCPStatic IP Figure 6-13 Set the Router’s Password Screen encryption encoding data transmitted in a network WPA2-PSKUsing the Setup Wizard Figure 6-17 Configure Wireless Security Settings WPA-PSK ScreenFigure 6-18 Configure Wireless Security Settings - WEP 128-Bit Screen Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Using the Setup WizardWEP 64-Bit 16. If you do not use any wireless security method, you will see a warning message that recommends that you enable wireless security on your wireless network. Otherwise, unauthorized users may be able to access the Internet using your service and incur additional charges. You are liable for any and all additional charges from your service provider. Click the Exit button. Proceed to step Overview Before You Beginvice Using the Setup Wizard Figure 7-2 Select Service Screen Figure 7-4 Disconnect the Modem from the Computer Screen Click the Next button Figure 7-8 Power on the Router Screen DSL PPPoE Cable DHCPStatic IP Figure 7-14 Set the Router’s Password Screen WPA2-Personal WEP 128-Bit WPA-PersonalWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband WEP 64-Bitvice Figure 7-22 Warning about Disabled Wireless Security Screen Figure 7-23 Confirm New SettingsWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Router for Mobile Broadband.” Overview Chapter 8 Configuring the Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandStatus The Setup Tab - Basic SetupMobile Network Setup Internet SetupPage Optional Settings Network Setup Network Address Server Settings DHCPRouter IP Time Setting Data Card Status The Setup Tab - Mobile NetworkMobile Network Connection Mode Mobile Network StatusThe Setup Tab - DDNS DynDNS.orgTZO.com MAC Clone The Setup Tab - MAC Address CloneStatic Routing The Setup Tab - Advanced RoutingAdvanced Routing Dynamic RoutingWireless Network The Wireless Tab - Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Security The Wireless Tab - Wireless SecurityPage Page Wireless MAC Filter The Wireless Tab - Wireless MAC FilterAdvanced Wireless The Wireless Tab - Advanced Wireless SettingsPage The Security Tab - Firewall FirewallBlock WAN Requests To create an Internet Access policy The Access Restrictions Tab - Internet AccessThe Security Tab - VPN Passthrough Internet Access2. To enable this policy, click the radio button beside Enable Port Range Forward The Applications and Gaming Tab - Port Range ForwardForwarded Range The Applications & Gaming Tab - Port TriggeringPort Triggering Triggered RangeDevice Priority The Applications and Gaming Tab - DMZThe Applications and Gaming Tab - QoS Wired QoSWireless QoS Ethernet Port PriorityApplication Priority Web Access The Administration Tab - ManagementRouter Password Local Router AccessThe Administration Tab - Log The Administration Tab - Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test Factory Defaults The Administration Tab - Factory DefaultsThe Administration Tab - Firmware Upgrade The Administration Tab - Config ManagementThe Status Tab - Mobile Network The Status Tab - Router Router InformationInternet Local Network The Status Tab - Local NetworkWireless The Status Tab - WirelessAppendix A Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions2. I need to set a static IP address on a PC 1. Click Start and Control Panel Refer to “Problem #3, I want to test my Internet connection” to verify that you have connectivity Protocol EnabledApplication Start and End8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work 13. My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting 3. Click the Save Settings button11. To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default 12. I need to upgrade the firmware15. The Power LED keeps flashing Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Frequently Asked QuestionsWhere is the Router installed on the network? What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for?How do I get Half-Life Team Fortress to work with the Router? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?DSL modem by powering the unit off and then on Does the Router support ICQ send file?Does the Router pass PPTP packets or actively route PPTP sessions? How will I be notified of new Router firmware upgrades?What is DMZ Hosting? Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment?What IEEE 802.11g features are supported? What are the advanced features of the Router?What is the IEEE 802.11g standard? What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?What is roaming? Fragmentation Power ManagementWhat is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is a MAC Address? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I connect to the mobile network? I have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my networkWhat do the indicator LEDs signify on the Router? How many channels/frequencies are available with the Router?Whom should I call if there is a question or problem? How do I know which mobile network I am using?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID WPA Enterprise and WPA2 Enterprise use a RADIUS Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service server for authentication. RADIUS uses a RADIUS server and WEP encryption Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpTCP/IP Shared ResourcesWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Windows 98SE or Me InstructionsFor the Router’s Web-based Utility Appendix F Glossary Domain - A specific name for a network of computers Packet - A unit of data sent over a network Router - A networking device that connects multiple networks together Topology - The physical layout of a network 11Mbps @ -90 dBm Typical, 54Mbps @ -65 dBm Typical Appendix G SpecificationsWi-Fi Protected Access WPA/WPA2 Personal, WEP IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11bUnit Weight Wireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband Appendix H Warranty InformationAppendix I Regulatory Information This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body Appendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix I Regulatory Information Wireless-G Router for Mobile BroadbandAppendix J Contact Information Appendix J Contact InformationWireless-G Router for Mobile Broadband SPRINT TECHNICAL SUPPORT AT