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... INTRODUCING THE ROUTER OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router 11 Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 16 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 19 Safety Information 19 Positioning the Router 19 Using the Rubber Feet 20 Stacking the Router 20 Wall ...Mounting 20 Before you Install your Router 21 Powering Up the Router 22 Connecting the Router 22 3 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS Obtaining an...
... INTRODUCING THE ROUTER OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router 11 Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 16 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 19 Safety Information 19 Positioning the Router 19 Using the Rubber Feet 20 Stacking the Router 20 Wall ...Mounting 20 Before you Install your Router 21 Powering Up the Router 22 Connecting the Router 22 3 SETTING UP YOUR COMPUTERS Obtaining an...
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... SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 29 Password 32 Time Zone 33 WAN Settings 33 LAN Settings 40 DHCP 40 Wireless Settings 41 Summary 42 5 ROUTER CONFIGURATION Navigating Through the Router Configuration Pages 45 Main Menu 45 Option Tabs 46 Welcome Screen 46 Notice Board 46 Password 47 Wizard 48... LAN Settings 48 Unit Configuration 48 DHCP Clients List 49 Wireless Settings 51 Configuration 52 Encryption 54 Configuring WPA ...
... SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 29 Password 32 Time Zone 33 WAN Settings 33 LAN Settings 40 DHCP 40 Wireless Settings 41 Summary 42 5 ROUTER CONFIGURATION Navigating Through the Router Configuration Pages 45 Main Menu 45 Option Tabs 46 Welcome Screen 46 Notice Board 46 Password 47 Wizard 48... LAN Settings 48 Unit Configuration 48 DHCP Clients List 49 Wireless Settings 51 Configuration 52 Encryption 54 Configuring WPA ...
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... Logs 100 Support/Feedback 100 Support 100 Feedback 101 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks 103 Browsing to the Router Configuration Screens 103 Connecting to the Internet 104 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 105 Wireless Networking 105 Replacement Power Adapters 107 Alert LED 108 Recovering from Corrupted Software 108 Frequently Asked Questions...
... Logs 100 Support/Feedback 100 Support 100 Feedback 101 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks 103 Browsing to the Router Configuration Screens 103 Connecting to the Internet 104 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 105 Wireless Networking 105 Replacement Power Adapters 107 Alert LED 108 Recovering from Corrupted Software 108 Frequently Asked Questions...
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Class B 143 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 111 Windows Installation (95/98/2000/Me/NT) 111 B IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 113 Managing the Router over the Network 113 IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 113 How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 115 DHCP Addressing 115 Static Addressing 115 Auto-IP Addressing 115 C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D SAFETY INFORMATION E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT F ISP INFORMATION GLOSSARY INDEX REGULATORY NOTICES FOR THE WIRELESS 11G CABLE/DSL ROUTER Industry Canada -
Class B 143 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 111 Windows Installation (95/98/2000/Me/NT) 111 B IP ADDRESSING The Internet Protocol Suite 113 Managing the Router over the Network 113 IP Addresses and Subnet Masks 113 How does a Device Obtain an IP Address and Subnet Mask? 115 DHCP Addressing 115 Static Addressing 115 Auto-IP Addressing 115 C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D SAFETY INFORMATION E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT F ISP INFORMATION GLOSSARY INDEX REGULATORY NOTICES FOR THE WIRELESS 11G CABLE/DSL ROUTER Industry Canada -
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... site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide. Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are available in the release note. This guide is referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router (3CRWE554G72T and 3CRWE554G72TU). ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to as Twisted Pair Cables throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router is intended for use...
... site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide. Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are available in the release note. This guide is referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router (3CRWE554G72T and 3CRWE554G72TU). ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to as Twisted Pair Cables throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router is intended for use...
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Related In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router User Guide ■ Part Number DUA0554-TAAA02 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Router document set includes one Documentation Installation Guide. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router.
Related In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router User Guide ■ Part Number DUA0554-TAAA02 ■ Page 24 Do not use this guide, each Router document set includes one Documentation Installation Guide. For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router.
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... power of all of your computers. OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router is crucial. 1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Welcome to provide a cost-effective means of sharing a single broadband Internet connection amongst several wired and wireless computers. The Router also provides protection in your network from 3Com has changed all to the small office. The Router can network the computers in the...
... power of all of your computers. OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router The OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router is crucial. 1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Welcome to provide a cost-effective means of sharing a single broadband Internet connection amongst several wired and wireless computers. The Router also provides protection in your network from 3Com has changed all to the small office. The Router can network the computers in the...
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12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router When you can be made directly to the Router, or to the Internet. Figure 2 Example Network Using a Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router Connections can have in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you use the Router in your network.
12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router When you can be made directly to the Router, or to the Internet. Figure 2 Example Network Using a Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router Connections can have in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you use the Router in your network.
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Firewall protection against Internet hacker attacks and encryption to protect wireless network traffic ■ Filtered access of inappropriate Web sites using the built-in URL filter Package Contents The Router kit includes the following items: ■ One OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router ■ One power adapter for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use...
Firewall protection against Internet hacker attacks and encryption to protect wireless network traffic ■ Filtered access of inappropriate Web sites using the built-in URL filter Package Contents The Router kit includes the following items: ■ One OfficeConnect Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router ■ One power adapter for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use...
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... Ethernet 10Mbps or 10/100 Mbps NIC for each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector). ■ An active Internet access account. ■ A Web browser that help describe...
... Ethernet 10Mbps or 10/100 Mbps NIC for each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45 connector). ■ An active Internet access account. ■ A Web browser that help describe...
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...has been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). Refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that the Router is powered on. 3 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED Yellow If the LED is on - Refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (100...you have used a cable to reset the unit to Factory Defaults, follow steps 5 to 7 in the Router, or there is a problem. The Router has detected and prevented a hacker from attacking your Router during the start -up process. Continuously on it indicates that wireless networking is enabled....
...has been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). Refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that the Router is powered on. 3 Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED Yellow If the LED is on - Refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (100...you have used a cable to reset the unit to Factory Defaults, follow steps 5 to 7 in the Router, or there is a problem. The Router has detected and prevented a hacker from attacking your Router during the start -up process. Continuously on it indicates that wireless networking is enabled....
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... the Ethernet port on the product should be a problem with this Router. Rotating the antennae further may be placed in a 'V' position when initially installed. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae 6 10 9 78 4 3 2 1 LAN Cable/DSL 12VDC 1.25A MAX POWER OK The antennae on your cable or DSL modem. CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops...
... the Ethernet port on the product should be a problem with this Router. Rotating the antennae further may be placed in a 'V' position when initially installed. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae 6 10 9 78 4 3 2 1 LAN Cable/DSL 12VDC 1.25A MAX POWER OK The antennae on your cable or DSL modem. CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops...
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Rear Panel 17 correct speed and duplex, and will automatically set itself to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to any other piece of cable used . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your Router to a computer, or to which they are connected and the type of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for example, a hub or a switch). The LAN ports will set themselves to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to which they are connected and the type of cable used .
Rear Panel 17 correct speed and duplex, and will automatically set itself to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to any other piece of cable used . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your Router to a computer, or to which they are connected and the type of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for example, a hub or a switch). The LAN ports will set themselves to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to which they are connected and the type of cable used .
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18 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER
18 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER
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...wireless computers that will connect to the Router. A suitable location might be on the rear panel, if desired. ■ allows easy viewing of the Router, including: ■ Connecting the Router to the Internet. ■ Connecting the Router to your network. ■ Setting up your computers for connection to the cable or DSL... the computers that will be connected to the four LAN ports on top of a high shelf or similar furniture to optimize wireless connections to computers in Appendix D before you through a basic installation of the front panel LED indicator lights, and access to...
...wireless computers that will connect to the Router. A suitable location might be on the rear panel, if desired. ■ allows easy viewing of the Router, including: ■ Connecting the Router to the Internet. ■ Connecting the Router to your network. ■ Setting up your computers for connection to the cable or DSL... the computers that will be connected to the four LAN ports on top of a high shelf or similar furniture to optimize wireless connections to computers in Appendix D before you through a basic installation of the front panel LED indicator lights, and access to...
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... stacking clip. Use the stacking clip supplied with another stackable OfficeConnect unit. 20 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION When positioning your Router, ensure: ■ It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat. ■ Cabling is away from moving around the unit and through the vents... in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you use is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy and make two screw holes which are stacking your Router with other OfficeConnect units, install the Router at each...
... stacking clip. Use the stacking clip supplied with another stackable OfficeConnect unit. 20 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION When positioning your Router, ensure: ■ It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat. ■ Cabling is away from moving around the unit and through the vents... in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you use is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy and make two screw holes which are stacking your Router with other OfficeConnect units, install the Router at each...
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Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you do not wall mount stacked units. Do not enter anything if your ISP does not require this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a DSL connection and your ISP allocates IP information dynamically ...below for you to push the unit up and off the wall. Before you Install your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information. If you have a DSL connection and your ISP requires one. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have ...
Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you do not wall mount stacked units. Do not enter anything if your ISP does not require this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a DSL connection and your ISP allocates IP information dynamically ...below for you to push the unit up and off the wall. Before you Install your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information. If you have a DSL connection and your ISP requires one. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have ...
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... adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. Connecting the Router The first step for installing your ISP allocates IP information dynamically over a protocol other than PPPoE, you need any further information. See Figure 5: This configuration is to physically connect it to a cable or DSL modem and then connect it to a computer...
... adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. Connecting the Router The first step for installing your ISP allocates IP information dynamically over a protocol other than PPPoE, you need any further information. See Figure 5: This configuration is to physically connect it to a cable or DSL modem and then connect it to a computer...
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...Router Power Supply Unit 11g Cable/DSL Router Your existing Cable/DSL Modem Internet 12VDC 1.25A MAX POWER OK Cable/DSL 4 3 2 1 LAN Your PC Wireless Users To use of the Router to communicate with the Router if you perform the initial Router configuration from a computer that is directly connected to one of the LAN ports. If you configure the Router from a wireless... computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com recommends that you change the wireless configuration. Check that they can make use your Router to connect...
...Router Power Supply Unit 11g Cable/DSL Router Your existing Cable/DSL Modem Internet 12VDC 1.25A MAX POWER OK Cable/DSL 4 3 2 1 LAN Your PC Wireless Users To use of the Router to communicate with the Router if you perform the initial Router configuration from a computer that is directly connected to one of the LAN ports. If you configure the Router from a wireless... computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com recommends that you change the wireless configuration. Check that they can make use your Router to connect...
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24 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION To communicate wirelessly with your Router, your wireless NIC should be set as follows: ■ Encryption - none ■ Service Area Name/SSID - 3Com ■ Channel - 11
24 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION To communicate wirelessly with your Router, your wireless NIC should be set as follows: ■ Encryption - none ■ Service Area Name/SSID - 3Com ■ Channel - 11
