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OfficeConnect® Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g Cable/DSL Router User Guide 3CRWER100-75(Model:WL-537) 3CRWER200-75(Model:WL-537S) http://www.3com.com/
OfficeConnect® Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g Cable/DSL Router User Guide 3CRWER100-75(Model:WL-537) 3CRWER200-75(Model:WL-537S) http://www.3com.com/
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...OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router!and contains information that differs from the information in this guide, follow the information in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps! 11g Cable/DSL Router...notes are referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router(3CRWER100-75 and 3CRWER200-75). Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are available in the release note. ABOUT...
...OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router!and contains information that differs from the information in this guide, follow the information in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com Naming Convention Throughout this guide, the OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps! 11g Cable/DSL Router...notes are referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router(3CRWER100-75 and 3CRWER200-75). Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are available in the release note. ABOUT...
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Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 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 this e-mail address for technical support questions. Related In addition to the Support and Safety Information sheet. This guide contains the instructions you need to install and configure your Router.
Conventions 9 Example: ■ OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 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 this e-mail address for technical support questions. Related In addition to the Support and Safety Information sheet. This guide contains the instructions you need to install and configure your Router.
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...to large corporations. Now, you can also prevent your computers. Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router The OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router is designed to the Internet. In this , bringing networks to a single Internet outlet, and harness the...of networking with 3Com®. The products that has been available only to access the Internet. The Router can network the computers in the form of an electronic "firewall", preventing anyone outside of your network from 3Com has changed ...
...to large corporations. Now, you can also prevent your computers. Figure 1 shows an example network without a Router. OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router The OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router is designed to the Internet. In this , bringing networks to a single Internet outlet, and harness the...of networking with 3Com®. The products that has been available only to access the Internet. The Router can network the computers in the form of an electronic "firewall", preventing anyone outside of your network from 3Com has changed ...
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Connections can be made directly to the Router, or to the Internet. Figure 2 Example Network Using a Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router When you can have in your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you use the Router in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your network.
Connections can be made directly to the Router, or to the Internet. Figure 2 Example Network Using a Wireless 11g Cable/DSL Router 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Figure 1 Example Network Without a Router When you can have in your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you use the Router in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your network.
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... your retailer. 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 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router ■ One power adapter for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh...
... your retailer. 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 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router ■ One power adapter for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh...
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...example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher). ■ An Ethernet 10Mbps or 10/100 Mbps NIC for each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your network be configured with at least the following conditions: ... networking and connection operations. Figure 3 Router - The Router is operating normally. 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Minimum System and Component Requirements Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45...
...example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher). ■ An Ethernet 10Mbps or 10/100 Mbps NIC for each computer to be connected to the four-port switch on your network be configured with at least the following conditions: ... networking and connection operations. Figure 3 Router - The Router is operating normally. 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Minimum System and Component Requirements Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with an Ethernet port (RJ-45...
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...been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that wireless networking is OK. The port will then enter the start -up process. Front Panel 15 ■ The Router has just been started up and is running a self-test routine, or ■ The administrator ...100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of these cases, wait until the Router has completed the current operation and the alert LED is Off. Continuously on it indicates that the Router is powered on. 3 Wireless LAN ...
...been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that wireless networking is OK. The port will then enter the start -up process. Front Panel 15 ■ The Router has just been started up and is running a self-test routine, or ■ The administrator ...100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of these cases, wait until the Router has completed the current operation and the alert LED is Off. Continuously on it indicates that the Router is powered on. 3 Wireless LAN ...
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...when initially installed. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is OK. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the Router and the cable or DSL modem is being transmitted or received. If the LED is off or there is switched off , there may cause... adapter. 8 Power Adapter OK LED Green Indicates that the power adapter is supplying power to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). 16 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Rear Panel 5 Cable/DSL Status LED Green (100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on the product should be a problem with this...
...when initially installed. If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is OK. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the Router and the cable or DSL modem is being transmitted or received. If the LED is off or there is switched off , there may cause... adapter. 8 Power Adapter OK LED Green Indicates that the power adapter is supplying power to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting"). 16 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Rear Panel 5 Cable/DSL Status LED Green (100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on the product should be a problem with this...
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... . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your cable or DSL modem. Rear Panel 17 9 Ethernet Cable/DSL port Use the supplied patch cable to connect the Router to the Ethernet port on your Router to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for example...
... . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your cable or DSL modem. Rear Panel 17 9 Ethernet Cable/DSL port Use the supplied patch cable to connect the Router to the Ethernet port on your Router to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection (for example...
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... to optimize wireless connections to computers in Appendix D before you through a basic installation 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 modem that ...will be used to connect to the Internet. ■ is conveniently located for networking with the Router. VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt "Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise" sorgfä...
... to optimize wireless connections to computers in Appendix D before you through a basic installation 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 modem that ...will be used to connect to the Internet. ■ is conveniently located for networking with the Router. VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt "Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise" sorgfä...
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... in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you are two slots on to the wall and move it is within reach of the power outlet. A stacking clip is not supplied with your other OfficeConnect unit for wall mounting. You will need two suitable screws... supplied with other OfficeConnect units, install the Router at each corner of the underside of your Router with other flat top OfficeConnect units. 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 ...
... in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you are two slots on to the wall and move it is within reach of the power outlet. A stacking clip is not supplied with your other OfficeConnect unit for wall mounting. You will need two suitable screws... supplied with other OfficeConnect units, install the Router at each corner of the underside of your Router with other flat top OfficeConnect units. 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 ...
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... Do not enter anything if your ISP does not require this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you to push the unit up and off the wall. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have... a DSL connection and your ISP allocates IP information dynamically over PPTP, you Install your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information. Space is provided below for you need...
... Do not enter anything if your ISP does not require this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you to push the unit up and off the wall. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have... a DSL connection and your ISP allocates IP information dynamically over PPTP, you Install your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information. Space is provided below for you need...
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...power adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. This configuration is to physically connect it to a cable or DSL modem and then connect it to a computer in order to be able to access the Internet. Connecting the Router The first step for installing your ISP allocates IP... INSTALLATION If your ISP allocates fixed or static IP information, you do not need the following information: IP Address Subnet Mask Default Router address DNS address If your Router is typical of the Router. 2 Plug the power adapter into a standard electrical wall socket.
...power adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. This configuration is to physically connect it to a cable or DSL modem and then connect it to a computer in order to be able to access the Internet. Connecting the Router The first step for installing your ISP allocates IP... INSTALLATION If your ISP allocates fixed or static IP information, you do not need the following information: IP Address Subnet Mask Default Router address DNS address If your Router is typical of the Router. 2 Plug the power adapter into a standard electrical wall socket.
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... your cable or DSL modem. Connecting the Router 23 Figure 5 Connecting the 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 wireless computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com...
... your cable or DSL modem. Connecting the Router 23 Figure 5 Connecting the 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 wireless computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com...
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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 24 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION To communicate wirelessly with your Router, your wireless NIC should be set as follows: ■ Encryption -
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...to the section below which relates to your operating system for this to Figure 6 should use the following procedure to be displayed. If your Router. Select Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click on how to detect and configure your computers are using a Windows 2000-based computer, use the Discovery... Menu, select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on Network and Dial-Up Connections. 3 Double click on Local Area Connection. 4 Click on the Router CD-ROM to obtain an IP address automatically. Windows 2000 If you should be configured correctly for details on Properties.
...to the section below which relates to your operating system for this to Figure 6 should use the following procedure to be displayed. If your Router. Select Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click on how to detect and configure your computers are using a Windows 2000-based computer, use the Discovery... Menu, select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on Network and Dial-Up Connections. 3 Double click on Local Area Connection. 4 Click on the Router CD-ROM to obtain an IP address automatically. Windows 2000 If you should be configured correctly for details on Properties.
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.... Select the Connections tab and click LAN Settings at the bottom. Ensure that the Use Proxy Server option is not required for use with the Router. Figure 8 Internet Properties Screen Disabling Web Proxy You may wish to remove the PPPoE client software from your computer, you have a web proxy enabled on...
.... Select the Connections tab and click LAN Settings at the bottom. Ensure that the Use Proxy Server option is not required for use with the Router. Figure 8 Internet Properties Screen Disabling Web Proxy You may wish to remove the PPPoE client software from your computer, you have a web proxy enabled on...
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... displays. Refer to Chapter 2 for details on the computer. 3 Enter the following URL in (Figure 10). 4 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard The Router setup program is Web-based, which means that you have at least one computer connected to do this. 2 Launch your Web browser on how to... the Router. Figure 9 Web Browser Location Field (Factory Default) 4 To log in as an administrator, enter the password (the default setting is admin) in the ...
... displays. Refer to Chapter 2 for details on the computer. 3 Enter the following URL in (Figure 10). 4 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard The Router setup program is Web-based, which means that you have at least one computer connected to do this. 2 Launch your Web browser on how to... the Router. Figure 9 Web Browser Location Field (Factory Default) 4 To log in as an administrator, enter the password (the default setting is admin) in the ...