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Linksys WAG54G manual Configuring the Gateway, Setup, Wireless, Security

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Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway

Overview

Follow the steps in this chapter and use the Gateway’s web-based utility to configure the Gateway. This chapter will describe each web page in the Utility and each page’s key functions. The utility can be accessed via your web browser through use of a computer connected to the Gateway. For a basic network setup, most users only have to use the following screens of the Utility:

•Basic Setup. On the Basic Setup screen, enter the settings provided by your ISP.

•Management. Click the Administration tab and then the Management tab. The Gateway’s default username and password is admin. To secure the Gateway, change the Password from its default.

There are seven main tabs: Setup, Wireless, Security, Access Restrictions, Applications & Gaming, Administration, and Status. Additional tabs will be available after you click one of the main tabs.

Setup

•Basic Setup. Enter the Internet connection and network settings on this screen.

•DDNS. To enable the Gateway’s Dynamic Domain Name System (DDNS) feature, complete the fields on this screen.

•Advanced Routing. On this screen, you can alter Dynamic Routing, and Static Routing configurations.

Wireless

•Basic Wireless Settings. You can choose your Wireless Network Mode and Wireless Security on this screen.

•Wireless Network Access. This screen displays your wireless network access list.

•Advanced Wireless Settings. On this screen you can access the Advanced Wireless features.

Security

•Firewall. This screen contains Filters and Block WAN Requests. Filters block specific internal users from accessing the Internet and block anonymous Internet requests.

Chapter 5: Configuring the Gateway

Have You: Enabled TCP/IP on your computers? computers communicate over the network with this protocol. Refer to Windows Help for more information on TCP/IP.

Note: For added security, you should change the password through the Administration tab.

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Linksys WAG54G manual Configuring the Gateway, Setup, Wireless, Security

Contents

Wireless- G Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Network Computer-to-VPN Gateway23 VPN Settings Summary Figure C-9 New Rule Properties Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Planning Your Network Gateway’s FunctionsIP Addresses What’s an IP Address?Dynamic IP Addresses What is a VPN?Dhcp Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Servers Why do I need a VPN? VPN Gateway to VPN GatewayMAC Address Spoofing Data SniffingGetting to Know the Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Back PanelFront Panel Indication of any network activityWhile establishing the Adsl connection InternetConnecting the Wireless-G Adsl Gateway OverviewWired Connection to a Computer Ethernet ConnectionWireless Connection to a Computer Configuring the Gateway SetupWireless SecurityAccess Restrictions AdministrationApplications & Gaming StatusHow to Access the Web-based Utility Setup TabInternet Setup Multiplexing Select LLC or VC , depending on your ISPVirtual Circuit Enter the VPI and VCI ranges in the fields RFC 1483 Bridged Dynamic IPStatic IP RFC 1483 Routed RFC 2516 PPPoEBridged Mode Only RFC 2364 PPPoAOptional Settings Required by some ISPs Network SetupTZO.com Ddns TabDynDNS.org Advanced Routing Tab Advanced Routing13 Routing Table Wireless Network Wireless TabBasic Wireless Settings Tab Wireless Security Tab 15 WPA Pre-Shared Key17 WEP Wireless Access Tab Wireless Network AccessAdvanced Wireless Settings Tab Advanced WirelessAdditional Filters Security TabFirewall Local Security Gateway 22 VPNManual 24 Manual Key ManagementAdvanced VPN Tunnel Setup 26 Advanced VPN Tunnel SetupConfiguring the Gateway Security Tab Access Restrictions Tab Internet Access29 List of PCs Port Range Forwarding Applications and Gaming TabSingle Port Forwarding Port Triggering 33 Port TriggeringApplication-based QoS This setting allows you to specify traffic queue priorityAdvanced QoS Management Administration TabGateway Access Email Alerts ReportingUPnP Diagnostics Backup&RestoreFactory Defaults Ping TestUpgrade from LAN Firmware UpgradeReboot Status Tab GatewayGateway Information Internet ConnectionsLocal Network 45 Local Network47 Wireless DSL Connection 49 DSL ConnectionNeed to set a static IP address on a computer Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Want to test my Internet connection Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway TCP UDP IP AddressCan’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work To start over, I need to set the Gateway to factory default Need to upgrade the firmwareFirmware upgrade failed, and/or the Power LED is flashing My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingPower LED flashes continuously Frequently Asked Questions Where is the Gateway installed on the network?Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Gateway? Does the Gateway support IPX or AppleTalk?Does the Gateway support ICQ send file? What is DMZ Hosting? What are the advanced features of the Gateway?Will the Gateway function in a Macintosh environment? Is the Gateway cross-platform compatible?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b and 802.11g features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is the ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP? What is a MAC Address?How do I reset the Gateway? How do I resolve issues with signal loss?Appendix B Wireless Security Important Information for Wireless ProductsWireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Environment WAG54GHow to Establish a Secure IPSec Tunnel Create an IPSec PolicyBuild Filter Lists Filter List 1 win-RouterFilter List 2 Router -win Figure C-4 IP Filter LIstFigure C-7 IP Filter List Configure Individual Tunnel Rules Tunnel 1 win-RouterFigure C-13 Authentication Methods Figure C-16 Tunnel Setting Tab Tunnel 2 Router-winFigure C-19 IP Filter List Tab Figure C-22 Preshared Key Assign New IPSec Policy Figure C-25 Connection TypeCreate a Tunnel Through the Web-Based Utility Figure C-28 VPN TabFigure D-1 IP Configuration Screen Windows 98 or Me InstructionsWindows 2000 or XP Instructions Figure D-3 MAC Address/Physical AddressUpgrade from WAN Appendix E Upgrading FirmwareAppendix F Glossary Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Appendix G Specifications StandardsAnnex-B, WAG54G-DE UR-2 Operating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC10% to 85% Non-Condensing Storage Temp 20ºC to 70ºC Operating HumidityStorage Humidity Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G Adsl Gateway Radio EN 300 EMC EN 301 489-1, EN 301 Safety EN Belgium Applicable Power Levels in FranceLocation Frequency Range MHz Power Eirp Wireless-G Adsl Gateway Open the Wireless Network Connection window Appendix I Warranty Information Outside of Europe Mail Address Appendix J Contact InformationEurope Mail Address