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OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router User Guide 3CRWDR100A-72 3CRWDR100B-72 3CRWDR100U-72 http://www.3com.com/ Part No. DUA100A-72AAA01 Rev. 01 Published September 2004 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router User Guide 3CRWDR100A-72 3CRWDR100B-72 3CRWDR100U-72 http://www.3com.com/ Part No. DUA100A-72AAA01 Rev. 01 Published September 2004 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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... User Guide 8 Related Documentation 9 1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 11 Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 17 Safety Information 17 Positioning the Router 17 Using the Rubber Feet 18 Powering Up the Router 18 Connecting the Router 18 3 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS Obtaining an IP Address Automatically 23 Windows 2000 23 Windows XP 25 Windows...
... User Guide 8 Related Documentation 9 1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 11 Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 15 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 17 Safety Information 17 Positioning the Router 17 Using the Rubber Feet 18 Powering Up the Router 18 Connecting the Router 18 3 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS Obtaining an IP Address Automatically 23 Windows 2000 23 Windows XP 25 Windows...
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... LAN Setup 40 LAN Settings 41 Wireless Settings 43 Configuring Wireless 43 Encryption 44 Internet Settings 50 Connection Type 50 DNS 55 Hostname & MAC 56 Routing 57 Static Routes 57 RIP Parameters 58 Routing Table 59 Firewall 59 Special Applications 60 Virtual Servers 61 Client IP Filters 62 MAC Address Filtering 66 DMZ 67 Advanced 68 DDNS 70 SNMP 71 SNMP Community 71 SNMP Trap 72 System Tools 73 Restart Router 73 Reset to Factory Default 73 Backup/Restore Settings 74 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals...
... LAN Setup 40 LAN Settings 41 Wireless Settings 43 Configuring Wireless 43 Encryption 44 Internet Settings 50 Connection Type 50 DNS 55 Hostname & MAC 56 Routing 57 Static Routes 57 RIP Parameters 58 Routing Table 59 Firewall 59 Special Applications 60 Virtual Servers 61 Client IP Filters 62 MAC Address Filtering 66 DMZ 67 Advanced 68 DDNS 70 SNMP 71 SNMP Community 71 SNMP Trap 72 System Tools 73 Restart Router 73 Reset to Factory Default 73 Backup/Restore Settings 74 Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals...
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... to the Router Configuration Screens 79 Connecting to the Internet 80 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 80 Wireless Networking 81 Recovering from Corrupted Software 83 Frequently Asked Questions 84 A IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 85 Managing the Router over the Network 85 IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 85 How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 87 DHCP Addressing 87 Static Addressing 87 Auto-IP Addressing 87 B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 89 Standards 90 Downloaded from...
... to the Router Configuration Screens 79 Connecting to the Internet 80 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 80 Wireless Networking 81 Recovering from Corrupted Software 83 Frequently Asked Questions 84 A IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 85 Managing the Router over the Network 85 IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 85 How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 87 DHCP Addressing 87 Static Addressing 87 Auto-IP Addressing 87 B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 89 Standards 90 Downloaded from...
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C SAFETY INFORMATION D END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT E OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRODUCT Register Your Product 99 Purchase Value-Added Services 99 Troubleshoot Online 100 Access Software Downloads 100 Telephone Technical Support and Repair 100 Contact Us 101 GLOSSARY REGULATORY NOTICES FOR THE OFFICECONNECT ADSL WIRELESS 11G FIREWALL ROUTER INDEX Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
C SAFETY INFORMATION D END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT E OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRODUCT Register Your Product 99 Purchase Value-Added Services 99 Troubleshoot Online 100 Access Software Downloads 100 Telephone Technical Support and Repair 100 Contact Us 101 GLOSSARY REGULATORY NOTICES FOR THE OFFICECONNECT ADSL WIRELESS 11G FIREWALL ROUTER INDEX Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine
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... working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet Routers. This guide is shipped with the ADSL 11g Wireless Router and contains information that differs from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If a release note is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; Downloaded from the information in the release note. ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to install and configure the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router (3CRWD100x-72...
... working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet Routers. This guide is shipped with the ADSL 11g Wireless Router and contains information that differs from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If a release note is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; Downloaded from the information in the release note. ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to install and configure the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router (3CRWD100x-72...
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Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router User Guide ■ Part Number DUA100A-72AAA01 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Router document set includes one Installation Guide. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Related Documentation In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions. This guide contains the instructions you need to Appendix C.
Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router User Guide ■ Part Number DUA100A-72AAA01 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Router document set includes one Installation Guide. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Related Documentation In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions. This guide contains the instructions you need to Appendix C.
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... broadband Internet connection amongst several wired and wireless computers. Computer networks have proved to be powered on for the other computers on the network to the Internet. Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. Downloaded from accessing Web sites which you find unsuitable. In this network, only one of the fastest modes of networking with 3Com®. The Router can also prevent your computers. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router The OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router is crucial...
... broadband Internet connection amongst several wired and wireless computers. Computer networks have proved to be powered on for the other computers on the network to the Internet. Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. Downloaded from accessing Web sites which you find unsuitable. In this network, only one of the fastest modes of networking with 3Com®. The Router can also prevent your computers. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router The OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router is crucial...
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...: ■ One OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router ■ One power adapter for use with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP) ■ Acts as your Internet connection ■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with the Router ■ Four rubber feet ■ One Telephone Cable ■ One CD-ROM containing this User Guide ■ Installation Guide ■ One Support and Safety...
...: ■ One OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router ■ One power adapter for use with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (DHCP) ■ Acts as your Internet connection ■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with the Router ■ Four rubber feet ■ One Telephone Cable ■ One CD-ROM containing this User Guide ■ Installation Guide ■ One Support and Safety...
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 3 Router - Front Panel 1 2 3 5 4 3CRWDR100A-72 OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Power SYNC OnlineWLAN LAN Status 1 2 34 Green = 100M, Yellow = 10M, Flash = Activity 1 Power LED Green Indicates that the Router is powered on. 2 SYNC LED Green If the LED is on your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ An active ADSL subscription and connection. ■ A Web browser that supports JavaScript, such as Netscape 4.7 or higher, Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher...
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Figure 3 Router - Front Panel 1 2 3 5 4 3CRWDR100A-72 OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Power SYNC OnlineWLAN LAN Status 1 2 34 Green = 100M, Yellow = 10M, Flash = Activity 1 Power LED Green Indicates that the Router is powered on. 2 SYNC LED Green If the LED is on your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ An active ADSL subscription and connection. ■ A Web browser that supports JavaScript, such as Netscape 4.7 or higher, Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher...
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... 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the port and the next piece of the Router contains four LAN ports, one ADSL port, a reset button, a power switch, and a power adapter socket. The port will automatically adjust to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 5 LAN Status LEDs Green If the LED is being transmitted or received. CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops. If the LED is off , or there is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the link is...
... 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the port and the next piece of the Router contains four LAN ports, one ADSL port, a reset button, a power switch, and a power adapter socket. The port will automatically adjust to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 5 LAN Status LEDs Green If the LED is being transmitted or received. CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops. If the LED is off , or there is enabled. If the LED is flashing, the link is...
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... (G.dmt) connection, your service provider will have to add low-pass filters to your ADSL Router. Connecting the Router 19 Figure 5 Connecting the Router Power Supply Unit Internet Telephone Socket Splitter/ Microfilter Block 3Com OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Your PC Wireless Users 1 Run the provided telephone cable from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When inserting an ADSL RJ-11 plug, be sure the tab on the plug clicks into position to the ADSL port on...
... (G.dmt) connection, your service provider will have to add low-pass filters to your ADSL Router. Connecting the Router 19 Figure 5 Connecting the Router Power Supply Unit Internet Telephone Socket Splitter/ Microfilter Block 3Com OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Your PC Wireless Users 1 Run the provided telephone cable from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine When inserting an ADSL RJ-11 plug, be sure the tab on the plug clicks into position to the ADSL port on...
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... in order to help the problems associated with the computers on your network will reduce LAN-WAN throughput. For NAT-T to support this function. Ensure that you have changed the administrator password. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NAT is needed as it is the method by which the router shares the single IP address assigned by advanced users, and if your network. The ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router supports NAT-T draft 2 implementation. If...
... in order to help the problems associated with the computers on your network will reduce LAN-WAN throughput. For NAT-T to support this function. Ensure that you have changed the administrator password. Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine NAT is needed as it is the method by which the router shares the single IP address assigned by advanced users, and if your network. The ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router supports NAT-T draft 2 implementation. If...
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... you can be lost, and you have forgotten the password, follow the steps below to reset the Router to the Internet. Also, other computer users will need to use a Web proxy. From the Start menu, choose Run and then enter winipcfg. Use the Internet Settings screen to verify this can re-establish your configuration changes will be found under Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections. CAUTION: All your Router connection to its factory default configuration.
... you can be lost, and you have forgotten the password, follow the steps below to reset the Router to the Internet. Also, other computer users will need to use a Web proxy. From the Start menu, choose Run and then enter winipcfg. Use the Internet Settings screen to verify this can re-establish your configuration changes will be found under Control Panel > Internet Options > Connections. CAUTION: All your Router connection to its factory default configuration.
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..., automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304.8m (1000ft) Frequency: (US/Canada/Europe) 2.400-2.4835 GHz Sensitivity: 1, 2, 5.5 Mbps: -85 dBm; 11 Mbps -82 dBm typical Modulation: CCK, BPSK, QPSK Encryption: 40/64 bit WEP, 128 bit WEP, WPA Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This section lists the technical specifications for the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Interfaces DSL connection LAN connection -
..., automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, or 1 Mbps Maximum channels: 14 Range up to 304.8m (1000ft) Frequency: (US/Canada/Europe) 2.400-2.4835 GHz Sensitivity: 1, 2, 5.5 Mbps: -85 dBm; 11 Mbps -82 dBm typical Modulation: CCK, BPSK, QPSK Encryption: 40/64 bit WEP, 128 bit WEP, WPA Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine B TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This section lists the technical specifications for the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router Interfaces DSL connection LAN connection -
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine shielded and unshielded cable types. ■ Maximum cable length of 100m (327.86 ft). Cable Specifications The Router supports the following Operating Systems: ■ Windows 95/98 ■ Windows NT 4.0 ■ Windows ME ■ Windows 2000 ■ Windows XP ■ Mac OS 8.5 or higher ■ Unix Ethernet Performance The Router complies to the IEEE 802.3i, u and x specifications. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 91 System Requirements Operating...
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine shielded and unshielded cable types. ■ Maximum cable length of 100m (327.86 ft). Cable Specifications The Router supports the following Operating Systems: ■ Windows 95/98 ■ Windows NT 4.0 ■ Windows ME ■ Windows 2000 ■ Windows XP ■ Mac OS 8.5 or higher ■ Unix Ethernet Performance The Router complies to the IEEE 802.3i, u and x specifications. OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router 91 System Requirements Operating...
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... SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRODUCT Troubleshoot Online You will need to apply for assistance, please have the following information ready: ■ Product model name, part number, and serial number ■ Proof of purchase, if you have not pre-registered your product ■ A list of system hardware and software, including revision level ■ Diagnostic error messages ■ Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable Downloaded from 3Com...
... SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRODUCT Troubleshoot Online You will need to apply for assistance, please have the following information ready: ■ Product model name, part number, and serial number ■ Proof of purchase, if you have not pre-registered your product ■ A list of system hardware and software, including revision level ■ Diagnostic error messages ■ Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable Downloaded from 3Com...
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... the management interface and select your country from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Table 5 below details the channels permitted by each country. These limits are located. For proper installation, login to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and the Canadian Department of the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router is only authorized for the channels approved by the local regulatory agencies: Table 5 Channels Channels 1 - 13...
... the management interface and select your country from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Table 5 below details the channels permitted by each country. These limits are located. For proper installation, login to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and the Canadian Department of the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router is only authorized for the channels approved by the local regulatory agencies: Table 5 Channels Channels 1 - 13...
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... television reception, which can be used only with cables which comply with IEEE 802.3. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: How to which this declaration relates, is no guarantee that the Model: 3CRWDR100A-72 3CRWDR100B-72 3CRWDR100U-72 Description: OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems This booklet is encouraged to try...
... television reception, which can be used only with cables which comply with IEEE 802.3. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: How to which this declaration relates, is no guarantee that the Model: 3CRWDR100A-72 3CRWDR100B-72 3CRWDR100U-72 Description: OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems This booklet is encouraged to try...
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... Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power of 20 cm (8 in such manner that the potential for compliance could void the user's authority to any changes or modifications not expressly approved by European Directive 93/68/EEC and the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC. CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router has been certified as a mobile computing device...
... Radio Frequency Radiation: The radiated output power of 20 cm (8 in such manner that the potential for compliance could void the user's authority to any changes or modifications not expressly approved by European Directive 93/68/EEC and the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC. CAUTION: The 3Com OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 11g Firewall Router has been certified as a mobile computing device...
