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WIRELESS
2,4 GHz
User Guide
Copyright and Trademarks
How to Use this Guide
word definition
Table of Contents
Chapter 3 Getting to Know the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Chapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Appendix F Specifications
Appendix G Warranty Information
Appendix D Upgrading Firmware
Appendix E Glossary
List of Figures
Figure 5-25 Internet Access Policy
Chapter 1 Introduction
Welcome
What’s in this User Guide?
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Appendix H Regulatory Information
Appendix I Contact Information
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Planning Your Network
The Gateway’s Functions
IP Addresses
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DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers
Dynamic IP Addresses
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Ports and Reset Button on Side Panel
LEDs on Side Panel
Wired Connection to a Computer
Chapter 4 Connecting the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Overview
Wireless Connection to a Computer
Chapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Setup
Wireless
Overview
Access Restrictions
Administration
Security
Applications & Gaming
How to Access the Web-based Utility
The Setup Tab
The Basic Setup Tab
Internet Setup
RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IP
Static IP
RFC 1483 Routed
IPoA
RFC 2516 PPPoE
RFC 2364 PPPoA
Network Setup
Optional Settings required by some ISPs
Bridge 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
DDNS
DynDNS.org
TZO.com
The Advanced Routing Tab
Advanced Routing
Figure 5-12 Routing Table
The Basic Wireless Settings Tab
The Wireless Tab
Wireless Network
PSK-Personal
The Wireless Security Tab
PSK2-Personal
PSK-Enterprise
PSK2-Enterprise
Figure 5-18 Wireless Security - RADIUS
RADIUS
Page
The Wireless MAC Filter Tab
Wireless MAC Filter
The Advanced Wireless Settings Tab
Advanced Wireless
Beacon 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 Firewall Tab
The Security Tab
Firewall
The VPN Passthrough Tab
VPN Passthrough
The Internet Access Policy Tab
The Access Restrictions Tab
Internet Access Policy
Figure 5-27 List of PCs
The Applications and Gaming Tab
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Chapter 5 Configuring the Wireless-N ADSL2+ Gateway
Single Port Forwarding
The Port Range Forwarding Tab
Port Range Forwarding
The Port Triggering Tab
Port Range Triggering
The DMZ Tab
QoS Quality of Service
The QoS Tab
MSN Messenger
Summary
The Administration Tab
Gateway Access
The Management Tab
SNMP
UPnP
WLAN
Reporting
The Reporting Tab
Email Alerts
The Diagnostics Tab
Ping Test
Backup Configuration
The Backup & Restore Tab
Restore Configuration
The Factory Defaults Tab
The Firmware Upgrade Tab
Factory Defaults
Firmware Upgrade
The Status Tab
The Gateway Tab
Gateway Information
Internet Connection
The Local Network Tab
Local Network
The Wireless Tab
Wireless Network
DSL Status
The DSL Connection Tab
PVC Connection
Common Problems and Solutions
Appendix A Troubleshooting
1. 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 connection
3. 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 firmware
13. The firmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing
For Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher
14. My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnecting
16. The Power LED flashes continuously
Where is the Gateway installed on the network?
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
Security Precautions
Appendix B Wireless Security
Security 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 Firmware
Appendix 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
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Appendix H Regulatory Information
Safety EN 60950 and either EN 50385 or EN
Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301
Table 1 Applicable Power Levels in France
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2400-2483.5
100 mW 20 dBm
4. Open the Wireless Network Connection window
Product Usage Restrictions
Windows 1. Open the Control Panel
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Appendix H Regulatory Information
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Appendix I Contact Information
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In Europe
E-mail Address
Note For some countries, support may be available only in English
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Appendix I Contact Information