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Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports

What’s in this Guide?

This user guide covers the basic steps for setting up a network with a router. After going through “Chapter 3:

Getting to Know the Router,” most users will only need to use the following chapters:

•Chapter 4: Connecting the Router

This chapter instructs you on how to connect the Router to your cable or DSL modem and PCs. After you create your network, then you will connect the telephones (or fax machines) to AT&T CallVantagesm Service via the Router.

•Chapter 5: Configuring the Router

This chapter explains how to configure the Router using your web browser and the Router’s Web-based Utility. You will configure the Router using the settings provided by your ISP.

•Chapter 6: Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm Service

When you are ready to sign up for or activate your AT&T CallVantage Service account, refer to the instructions in this chapter.

When you’re finished with the basic steps, then you are ready to connect to the Internet.

You also have other chapter available for reference:

•Chapter 1: Introduction

This chapter describes the Router’s applications and this User Guide.

•Chapter 2: Planning Your Wireless Network

This chapter describes the basics of wireless networking.

•Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix describes some possible problems and solutions, as well as frequently asked questions, regarding installation and use of the Router.

•Appendix B: Wireless Security

This appendix explains the risks of wireless networking and some solutions to reduce the risks.

•Appendix C: Windows Help

This appendix describes how you can use Windows Help for instructions about networking, such as installing the TCP/IP protocol.

Chapter 1: Introduction

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Contents

802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Word definition How to Use this GuideCopyright and Trademarks Table of Contents Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm Service Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security Appendix C Windows Help List of Figures Back Panel 18 Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Introduction Welcome What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Planning Your Wireless Network Ad-Hoc versus Infrastructure ModeSsid your wireless network’s name Network Topology Network Layout Getting to Know the Router Phone2 Wlan Overview Connecting the RouterConnecting the Router to Your Broadband Modem Connecting One Router to Another Wired Router Connect the Other Router Wireless Configuring the RouterSetup Access Restrictions AdministrationSecurity Applications & Gaming How to Access the Web-based Utility Setup Tab Basic SetupInternet Setup Status Static IP PPPoE Optional Settings Packet a unit of data sent over a network Router IP Network SetupNetwork Address Server Settings Dhcp Time Setting TZO.com Setup Tab DdnsDynDNS.org Setup Tab MAC Address Clone MAC Clone Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings 10 Wireless Tab Basic Wireless Settings Wireless Tab Wireless Security WPA Radius Radius Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter 15 Wireless Tab Wireless MAC Filter Wireless Tab Advanced Wireless Settings Security Tab Firewall FirewallAdditional Filters Block WAN Requests Security Tab VPN VPN Passthrough To create an Internet Access Policy Access Restrictions Tab Internet AccessInternet Access 23 List of PCs Port Range Applications & Gaming Tab Port Range ForwardPort Range Forward Applications & Gaming Tab Port Trigger Port TriggerTriggered Range Forwarded Range Applications & Gaming Tab UPnP Forward UPnP Forward Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Applications & Gaming Tab DMZ DMZ Administration Tab Management Router PasswordLocal Router Access Remote Router Access Snmp UPnP Administration Tab Log Log Administration Tab Diagnostics Ping TestTraceroute Test Ping Parameters Administration Tab Factory Defaults Factory Defaults Administration Tab Backup and Restore Administration Tab RebootBackup and Restore Reboot Configuration Type Status Tab RouterRouter Information Internet Status Tab Local Network Local Network Status Tab Wireless 39 Status Tab Wireless Auto Config Status Status Tab VoiceUser1 Status User2 Status Signing up for AT&T CallVantagesm Service Instructions Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and Solutions For Windows 98 and Millennium Need to set a static IP address on a PC For Windows For Windows XP For Windows 98 and Millennium Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Am not able to access the Router’s Web-based Utility Setup Need to set up a server behind my Router Application Start and End Protocol IP Address Enable TCP Can’t get the Internet game, server, or application to work To start over, I need to set the Router to factory default My DSL service’s PPPoE is always disconnectingFor Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher For Netscape 4.7 or higher Need to use port triggering Can I make calls while I’m browsing the Internet? Frequently Asked QuestionsCan I make calls if my Internet connection is down? Does the Router support IPX or AppleTalk? Where is the Router installed on the network?Is IPSec Passthrough supported by the Router? Will the Router function in a Macintosh environment? If all else fails in the installation, what can I do?How can I block corrupted FTP downloads? What is DMZ Hosting? What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?Is the Router cross-platform compatible? How many ports can be simultaneously forwarded? What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? What is ad-hoc mode? What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is ISM band?What is Spread Spectrum? What is WEP? What is WPA?What is a MAC Address? How do I reset the Router? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Network Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix C Windows HelpShared Resources Windows 98 or Me Instructions Windows 2000 or XP Instructions For the Router’s Web-based Utility Figure D-3 MAC Address/Physical Address Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Wireless-G Broadband Router with 2 Phone Ports Appendix F Specifications Button Reset Cabling TypeModel Standards Dimensions 32 x 2.48 x H x D Unit Weight 19.29 oz .55 kg Power 12 V, 1 a CertificationsRinger Equivalence Number Operating Temp 0ºC to 40ºC 32ºF to 104ºF Storage Temp Appendix G Warranty Information Limited Warranty Appendix H Regulatory Information FCC Statement Safety Notices Appendix I Contact Information LinksysAfter you log in, click Help. 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