Allied-telesis AT-WA1004G Manual de usuario

Wireless RouterAT-WA1004G◆User’s Guide®PN 613-50578-00 Rev A

Preface10Where to Find Related GuidesThe Allied Telesyn web site at www.alliedtelesyn.com offers you an easy way to access the most recent documentati

Advanced Features100NoteFor each entry, the PC must be running the appropriate Server software.PC (Server) Select the PC for this Server. The PC must

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide101Defining Your Own Virtual ServersIf the type of Server you wish to use is not listed on the Virtual Servers screen, you can

103Chapter 7Advanced AdministrationThis chapter contains the following sections:❑ Overview on page 104❑ Logs on page 105❑ Options on page 108❑ PC Data

Advanced Administration104OverviewNormally, it is not necessary to use these screens, or change any settings. These screens and settings are provided

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide105LogsThe Logs record various types of activity on the Wireless Router. This data is useful for troubleshooting, but enabling

Advanced Administration106Data - Logs Screen Enable Logs Outgoing ConnectionsIf selected, Outgoing Internet connections are logged. Normally, the (Int

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide107Send Select the desired option for sending the log by e-mail. ❏ When log is full - The time is not fixed. The log will be s

Advanced Administration108Options This screen allows advanced users to enter or change a number of settings. For normal operation, there is no need to

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide109Data - Options Screen Backup DNSIP Address Enter the IP Address of the DNS (Domain Name Servers) here. These DNS will be use

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide11Contacting Allied TelesynThis section provides Allied Telesyn contact information for technical support as well as sales or c

Advanced Administration110Allow Internet access to be disabled❏ If checked, then UPnP users can disable Internet access via this device.❏ If Disabled,

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide111MAC AddressOverview: ❏ This address is a low-level network identifier for this device. It may be called “MAC Address”, “Hard

Advanced Administration112PC DatabaseThe PC Database is used whenever you need to select a PC (for example, for the “DMZ” PC). It eliminates the need

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide113Data - PC Database Screen Known PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address) type. The “type” in

Advanced Administration114PC Database (Admin)This screen is displayed if the “Advanced Administration” button on the PC Database is clicked. It provid

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide115IP Address Select the appropriate option: ❏ Automatic - The PC is set to be a DHCP client (Windows: “Obtain an IP address au

Advanced Administration116Generate Report Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC database. Standard Screen Click this

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide117Remote ManagementIf enabled, this feature allows you to manage the Wireless Router via the Internet. Figure 36 Remote Admin

Advanced Administration118To connect from a remote PC via the Internet 1. Ensure your Internet connection is established, and start your Web Browser.

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide119Routing Overview ❑ If you don't have other Routers or Gateways on your LAN, you can ignore the “Routing” page completel

Advanced Administration120Static Routing Table❑ If RIP is not used, an entry in the routing table is required for each LAN segment on your Network, ot

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide121Data - Routing Screen RIP Enable RIP Check this to enable the RIP (Routing Information Protocol) feature of the Wireless Ro

Advanced Administration122Configuring Other Routers on your LANIt is essential that all IP packets for devices not on the local LAN be passed to the W

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide123SecurityThis screen allows you to set firewall and other security-related options.Figure 38 Security Screen Data - Security

Advanced Administration124Threshold This setting affects the number of “half-open” connections allowed.❏ A “half-open” connection arises when a remote

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide125UpgradeThe firmware (software) in the Wireless Router can be upgraded using your Web Browser. You must first download the up

127Appendix ATroubleshootingThis appendix covers the most likely problems and their solutions. This appendix also contains the following sections:❑ Ov

Troubleshooting128OverviewThis chapter covers some common problems that may be encountered while using the Wireless Router and some possible solutions

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide129General ProblemsCannot connect to the Wireless Router to configure it. Check the following:❑ The Wireless Router is properly

13Chapter 1IntroductionThis chapter provides an overview of the Wireless Router's features and capabilities. This chapter contains the following

Troubleshooting130Internet Access When I enter a URL or IP address I get a time out error. A number of things could be causing this. Try the following

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide131Wireless Access My PC cannot locate the Wireless Access Point. Check the following:❑ Your PC is set to Infrastructure Mode.

133Appendix BAbout Wireless LANs This appendix provides some background information about using Wireless LANs (WLANs). This appendix also contains the

About Wireless LANs134Modes Wireless LANs can work in either of two (2) modes: ❑ Ad-hoc ❑ Infrastructure Ad-hoc Mode Ad-hoc mode does not require an

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide135BSS/ESS BSS A group of Wireless Stations and a single Access Point, all using the same ID (SSID), form a Basic Service Set

About Wireless LANs136Channels The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication. ❑ Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can sele

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide137WEP WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is a standard for encrypting data before it is transmitted. This is desirable because it

About Wireless LANs138Wireless LAN Configuration To allow Wireless Stations to use the Access Point, the Wireless Stations and the Access Point must u

139Appendix CSpecificationsThis appendix contains the following sections:❑ Multi-Function Wireless Router on page 140❑ Wireless Interface on page 141❑

Introduction14OverviewCongratulations on the purchase of your new Wireless Router. The Wireless Router is a multi-function device providing the follow

Specifications140Multi-Function Wireless Router Model Wireless Router Dimensions W x D x H 141 mm x 100 mm x 27 mmOperating Temperature 0o C to 40o C

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide141Wireless Interface Standards IEEE802.11g WLAN, JEIDA 4.2, roaming support Frequency 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz (Industrial Scientif

Specifications142Regulatory ApprovalsCE Standards This product complies with the 99/5/EEC directives, including the following safety and EMC standard

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide15Wireless Router Features The Wireless Router incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisticated

Introduction16❑ Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.❑ Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide17Configuration and Management❑ Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configuration.❑ Remote Ma

Introduction18Package ContentsThe following items should be included: ❑ The Wireless Router Unit❑ Power Adapter❑ Quick Installation Guide❑ CD-ROM cont

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide19Physical Details Front Panel LEDsFigure 2 Front Panel Table 1 Front Panel LEDsLED Status DescriptionPower ONPower has been a

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Introduction20Back Panel PortsFigure 3 AT-WA1004G Back PanelTable 2 PortsWAN ONConnection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN (Internet) port

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide21To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values, perform the following procedure:1. Power OFF. 2. Hold the Reset but

23Chapter 2InstallationThis chapter contains the following sections:❑ Requirements on page 24❑ Procedure on page 25

Installation24Requirements❑ Network cables. Use standard 10/100Base-T network (UTP) cables with RJ-45 connectors.❑ TCP/IP protocol must be installed o

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide25ProcedureTo install an AT-WA1004G, perform the following procedure:1. Choose an Installation that is a suitable place on the

Installation265. Connect the supplied power adapter to the Wireless Router and power up. Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one ma

27Chapter 3SetupThis chapter contains the following sections: ❑ Overview on page 28❑ Configuration Program on page 30❑ Setup Wizard on page 32❑ LAN Sc

Setup28OverviewThis chapter describes the setup procedure for:❑ Internet Access❑ LAN configuration❑ Wireless setup❑ Assigning a Password to protect th

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide29Use any of the following Administration Configuration settings or features: ❏ Logs ❏ Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UPnP, Firewal

3Table of ContentsPreface ...

Setup30Configuration ProgramThe Wireless Router contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser.

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide31Using your Web BrowserTo establish a connection from your PC to the Wireless Router: 1. After installing the Wireless Router

Setup32Setup WizardThe first time you connect to the Wireless Router, the Setup Wizard, as shown below, will run automatically. (The Setup Wizard will

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide33Common Connection Types Cable ModemsType Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automatic

Setup34DSL Modems Other Modems (for example Broadband Wireless)Type Details ISP Data required Dynamic IP Address Your IP Address is allocated automat

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide35Big Pond (Australia) For this connection method, the following data is required: ❑ User Name ❑ Password ❑ Big Pond Server IP

Setup36Navigation and Data Input❑ Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the “Back” button on your Browser, for navigation. ❑ Changing to ano

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide37LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen An example screen is shown below. Figure 7 LAN Screen D

Setup38DHCP What DHCP Does A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a DHCP Client (PC or device) upon requ

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide39Using the Wireless Router's DHCP Server This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On

4Setup Wizard ...

Setup40Wireless Screen The Wireless Router's settings must match the other Wireless stations.Note that the Wireless Router will automatically acc

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide41Data - Wireless Screen IdentificationRegulatory Domain It is illegal to use this device in any location outside of the regul

Setup42Security Select the desired option, and then enter the settings for the selected method:❏ None - No security is used. Anyone using the correct

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide43WEP Screen This screen is accessed by clicking the “Configure” button on the Wireless screen. The WEP screen is shown below.

Setup44Keys❏ Use the Radio button to select the default key.❏ Enter the key value you wish to use. Other stations must have the same key values.❏ Keys

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide45WPA-PSK This screen is accessed by clicking the “Configure” button on the Wireless screen. The WPA-PSK screen is shown below.

Setup46Password ScreenThe password screen allows you to assign a password to the Wireless Router. Figure 11 Password Screen Once you have assigned a

47Chapter 4PC Configuration This chapter contains the following sections: ❑ Overview on page 48❑ Windows Clients on page 49❑ Checking TCP/IP Settings

PC Configuration48Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: ❑ TCP/IP network settings❑ Internet Access configuration❑ Wireless co

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide49Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the Wireless Router. The firs

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide5Virtual Servers ...

PC Configuration50Checking TCP/IP Settings For Windows 9x/ME1. Select Control Panel and then Network. 2. Select the TCP/IP protocol for your network c

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide51For Windows NT4.0 1. Select Control Panel - Network, and, on the Protocols tab, select the TCP/IP protocol, as shown below. F

PC Configuration522. Click the Properties button to see a screen like the one below.Figure 14 Windows NT 4.0 - IP Address3. Select the network card f

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide53Specify an IP AddressIf your PC is already configured, check with your network administrator before making the following chan

PC Configuration54— If necessary, use the Up button to make the Wireless Router the first entry in the Gateways list.Figure 16 Windows NT 4.0 - Add G

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide55For Windows 20001. Select Control Panel - Network and Dial-up Connection. 2. Right - click the Local Area Connection icon and

PC Configuration564. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.Figure 19 TCP/IP Properties (Win 2000)5. Ensure

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide57Using a fixed IP Address (“Use the following IP Address”)If your PC is already configured, check with your network administra

PC Configuration584. Click on the Properties button. You should then see a screen like the following.Figure 21 TCP/IP Properties (Windows XP)5. Ensur

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide59Using a fixed IP Address (“Use the following IP Address”) If your PC is already configured, check with your network administr

PC Configuration60For Windows XP1. Select Start Menu, Settings, Control Panel and then Internet Options.2. Select Set up or change your Internet Conne

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide61Macintosh Clients From your Macintosh, you can access the Internet via the Wireless Router. The procedure is as follows. 1. O

PC Configuration62Linux Clients To access the Internet via the Wireless Router, it is only necessary to set the Wireless Router as the “Gateway”. Ensu

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide63Other Unix SystemsTo access the Internet via the Wireless Router: ❑ Ensure the “Gateway” field for your network card is set t

PC Configuration64Wireless Station ConfigurationThis section applies to all Wireless stations wishing to use the Wireless Router's Access Point,

65Chapter 5Operation and StatusThis chapter contains the following sections: ❑ Operation on page 66❑ Status Screen on page 67❑ Connection Status - PPP

Operation and Status66OperationOnce both the Wireless Router and the PCs are configured, operation is automatic. However, there are some situations wh

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide67Status ScreenUse the Status link on the main menu to view this screen.Figure 22 Status ScreenData - Status ScreenInternetCon

Operation and Status68Internet IP AddressThis IP Address is allocated by the ISP (Internet Service Provider). If there is no current connection, this

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide69Connection Status - PPPoEIf using PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), a screen will be displayed when the “Connection Details” button

7PrefaceThis installation guide contains instructions on how to use and install an Allied Telesyn AT-WA1004G Wireless Router.

Operation and Status70Connection Log Messages Disconnect If connected to your ISP, hang up the connection. Clear Log Delete all data currently in the

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide71Error: PPP Connection Failed Unable to establish a PPP connection with the ISP's Server. This could be a login problem (

Operation and Status72Connection Status - PPTPIf using PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Protocol), a screen will be displayed when the “Connection Details

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide73Connection Status - L2TP If using L2TP, a screen will be displayed when the “Connection Details” button is clicked. Data - L2

Operation and Status74Connection Status - Telstra Big PondData - Big Pond Screen Connection Physical Address The hardware address of this device, as

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide75Clear Log Delete all data currently in the Log. This will make it easier to read new messages. Refresh Update the data on s

Operation and Status76Connection Details - SingTel RASIf using the SingTel RAS access method, a screen will be displayed when the “Connection Details”

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide77Release/Renew Button will display EITHER “Release” or “Renew” This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is all

Operation and Status78Connection Details - Fixed/Dynamic IP AddressData - Fixed/Dynamic IP address Screen InternetPhysical Address The hardware addres

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide79Release/Renew Button will display EITHER “Release” or “Renew”This button is only useful if the IP address shown above is allo

Preface8How This Guide is OrganizedThis guide contains the following chapters and appendix:Chapter 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the Wirele

81Chapter 6Advanced FeaturesThis chapter contains the following sections:❑ Overview on page 82❑ Access Control on page 83❑ Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Se

Advanced Features82OverviewThe following advanced features are provided. ❑ Access Control❑ Dynamic DNS❑ Advanced Internet— Communication Applications

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide83Access ControlThis feature is accessed by the Access Control link on the Advanced menu. Overview The Access Control feature

Advanced Features84Data - Access Control Screen Group Group Select the desired Group. The screen will update to display the settings for the selected

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide85Services This lists all defined Services. Select the Services you wish to block. To select multiple services, hold the CTRL

Advanced Features86Group Members Screen This screen is displayed when the Members button on the Access Control screen is clicked and when selecting a

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide87❑ If the time for a particular day is blank, no action will be performed. Figure 25 Default Schedule Screen Data - Default S

Advanced Features88Services Screen This screen is displayed when the Edit Service List button on the Access Control screen is clicked. Figure 26 Acce

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide89Access Control LogTo check the operation of the Access Control feature, an Access Control Log is provided. Click the View Log

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide9Document ConventionsThis guide uses several conventions that you should become familiar with before you begin to install the p

Advanced Features90Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)This free service is very useful when combined with the Virtual Server feature. It allows Internet

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide91Dynamic DNS Screen Select Advanced on the main menu, then Dynamic DNS, to see a screen like the following: Figure 27 DDNS Sc

Advanced Features92Data - Dynamic DNS Screen DDNS Service DDNS Service❏ Select the desired DDNS Service Provider from the list. You must register for

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide93Advanced Internet Screen This screen allows configuration of all advanced features relating to Internet access. ❑ Communicati

Advanced Features94Communication Applications Most applications are supported transparently by the Wireless Router. But sometimes it is not clear whic

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide95Also, note that the terms “Incoming” and “Outgoing” on this screen refer to traffic from the client (PC) viewpoint.Figure 29

Advanced Features96Using a Special Application❑ Configure the Special Applications screen as required.❑ On your PC, use the application normally. Reme

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide97NoteThe “DMZ PC” is effectively outside the firewall, making it more vulnerable to attacks. For this reason, you should only

Advanced Features98Virtual Servers This feature, sometimes called Port Forwarding, allows you to make Servers on your LAN accessible to Internet users

AT-WA1004G User’s Guide99Virtual Servers ScreenThe Virtual Servers screen is reached by the Virtual Servers link on the Advanced screen. An example sc