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Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel

The Gateway’s ports and Reset button are located on a side panel.

Figure 3-1: Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel

DSL	The DSL port connects to the ADSL line.

Ethernet (1-4) The Ethernet ports connect to your computers and other network devices.

Reset Button There are two ways to reset the Gateway's factory defaults. Either press the Reset Button, for approximately five seconds, or restore the defaults from the Factory Defaults screen of the Administration tab in the Gateway’s Web-based Utility.

Power

The Power port is where you will connect the power adapter.

IMPORTANT: Resetting the Gateway to factory defaults will erase all of your settings (including Internet connection, wireless, and other settings) and replace them with the factory defaults. Do not reset the Gateway if you want to retain these settings.

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Wireless- N WIRELESS2,4 GHz User GuideHow to Use this Guide Copyright and Trademarksword definition Table of Contents Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayChapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Chapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayAppendix F Specifications Appendix G Warranty InformationAppendix D Upgrading Firmware Appendix E GlossaryList of Figures Figure 5-25 Internet Access Policy Chapter 1 Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this User Guide? Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix I Contact Information Chapter 1 IntroductionChapter 2 Planning Your Network The Gateway’s FunctionsIP Addresses Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayDHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers Dynamic IP AddressesChapter3GettingtoKnowtheWireless-NADSL2+Gateway Ports and Reset Button on Side PanelLEDs on Side Panel Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Wired Connection to a ComputerOverview Wireless Connection to a Computer Chapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway SetupWireless OverviewAccess Restrictions AdministrationSecurity Applications & GamingHow to Access the Web-based Utility The Setup TabThe Basic Setup Tab Internet SetupRFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP Static IPRFC 1483 Routed IPoARFC 2516 PPPoE RFC 2364 PPPoAOptional Settings required by some ISPs Network SetupBridge Mode Only Client Lease Time. The Client Lease Time is the amount of time a computer will be allowed connection to the Gateway with its current dynamic IP address. Enter the amount of time, in minutes, that the computer will be “leased” this dynamic IP address The DDNS Tab DDNSDynDNS.org TZO.comThe Advanced Routing Tab Advanced RoutingFigure 5-12 Routing Table The Wireless Tab The Basic Wireless Settings TabWireless Network The Wireless Security Tab PSK-PersonalPSK2-Personal PSK-Enterprise PSK2-EnterpriseFigure 5-18 Wireless Security - RADIUS RADIUSPage The Wireless MAC Filter Tab Wireless MAC FilterThe Advanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessBeacon Interval. Enter a value between 20-1000 milliseconds. The Beacon Interval value indicates the frequency interval of the beacon. A beacon is a packet broadcast by the Gateway to synchronize the wireless network. The default value is The Security Tab The Firewall TabFirewall The VPN Passthrough Tab VPN PassthroughThe Access Restrictions Tab The Internet Access Policy TabInternet Access Policy Figure 5-27 List of PCs The Applications and Gaming Tab Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayChapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Single Port ForwardingThe Port Range Forwarding Tab Port Range ForwardingThe Port Triggering Tab Port Range TriggeringThe DMZ Tab QoS Quality of Service The QoS TabMSN Messenger Summary The Administration Tab Gateway AccessThe Management Tab SNMPUPnP WLANThe Reporting Tab ReportingEmail Alerts The Diagnostics Tab Ping TestThe Backup & Restore Tab Backup ConfigurationRestore Configuration The Factory Defaults Tab The Firmware Upgrade TabFactory Defaults Firmware UpgradeThe Status Tab The Gateway TabGateway Information Internet ConnectionThe Local Network Tab Local NetworkThe Wireless Tab Wireless NetworkThe DSL Connection Tab DSL StatusPVC Connection Appendix A Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions1. I need to set a static IP address on a computer 9. Restart the computer if asked For Windows XP 2. I want to test my Internet connection3. I am not getting an IP address on the Internet with my Internet connection 2. Enter any name you want to use for the Application Appendix A Troubleshooting 8. I can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work 11. To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory default 12. I need to upgrade the firmware13. The firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher14. My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting 16. The Power LED flashes continuouslyFrequently Asked Questions Where is the Gateway installed on the network?Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? What is Network Address Translation and what is it used for? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk?Does the LAN connection of the Gateway support 100Mbps Ethernet? Windows 2000, or Windows XP?If all else fails in the installation, what can I do? How will I be notified of new Gateway firmware upgrades?What is DMZ Hosting? How do I get Half-Life Team Fortress to work with the Gateway?What are the advanced features of the Gateway? What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?Does the Gateway pass PPTP packets or actively route PPTP sessions? Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible?What is the IEEE 802.11b standard? What IEEE 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is the ISM band? What is Spread Spectrum?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?How do I reset the Gateway? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?I have excellent signal strength, but I cannot see my network How many channels/frequencies are available with the Gateway?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks SSID. There are several things to keep in mind about the SSID PSK2-Personal. PSK2 gives you one encryption method, AES, with dynamic encryption keys. Enter a Passphrase of 8-63 characters. Then enter a Group Key Renewal period, which instructs the Gateway how often it should change the encryption keys Windows 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions Appendix D Upgrading Firmware Appendix D Upgrading FirmwareAppendix E 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 Appendix F Specifications Security Features Appendix G Warranty Information Appendix H Regulatory Information IC Statement Operation is subject to the following two conditions Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationSafety EN 60950 and either EN 50385 or EN Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301Table 1 Applicable Power Levels in France Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway2400-2483.5 100 mW 20 dBm4. Open the Wireless Network Connection window Product Usage RestrictionsWindows 1. Open the Control Panel Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationWireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Appendix H Regulatory InformationAppendix I Contact Information Wireless-N ADSL2+ GatewayIn Europe E-mail AddressWireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway Note For some countries, support may be available only in EnglishAppendix I Contact Information