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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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... environmentally-friendly, and the inks are provided in all operations. Technical data is applicable. Ensuring that comes from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to the following: All technical data and computer software are associated. ... in the United States and may or may be registered in all operations. Conserving energy, materials and natural resources in 3Com's standard commercial license for this documentation at private expense. Ensuring that comply with which they are commercial in the United ...
... environmentally-friendly, and the inks are provided in all operations. Technical data is applicable. Ensuring that comes from 3Com Corporation. 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to the following: All technical data and computer software are associated. ... in the United States and may or may be registered in all operations. Conserving energy, materials and natural resources in 3Com's standard commercial license for this documentation at private expense. Ensuring that comply with which they are commercial in the United ...
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This guide is referred to install and configure the OfficeConnect Wireless 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router(3CRWER100-75 and 3CRWER200-75). Most user guides and release notes are referred to as the "Router". ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to as Twisted ... 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. 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 54Mbps/108Mbps 11g cable/DSL Router(3CRWER100-75 and 3CRWER200-75). Most user guides and release notes are referred to as the "Router". ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to as Twisted ... 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. Category 3 and Category 5 Twisted Pair Cables are available in the release note.
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...ABOUT THIS GUIDE Conventions Table 1 and Table 2 list conventions that are used to: ■ Emphasize a point. ■ Denote a new term at : pddtechpubs_comments@3com.com Please include the following information when commenting: ■ Document title ■ Document part number (on the title page) ■ Page number (if appropriate) ...Information that alerts you . If you must press two or more useful to you to 3Com at the place where it is defined in this guide, you must type something, and then press Return or Enter. Table 2 Text ...
...ABOUT THIS GUIDE Conventions Table 1 and Table 2 list conventions that are used to: ■ Emphasize a point. ■ Denote a new term at : pddtechpubs_comments@3com.com Please include the following information when commenting: ■ Document title ■ Document part number (on the title page) ■ Page number (if appropriate) ...Information that alerts you . If you must press two or more useful to you to 3Com at the place where it is defined in this guide, you must type something, and then press Return or Enter. Table 2 Text ...
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For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. 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. Related In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions.
For information about contacting Technical Support, please refer to install and configure your Router. This guide contains the instructions you need to the Support and Safety Information sheet. 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. Related In addition to this e-mail address for technical support questions.
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... network without a Router. The Router also provides protection in your computers. Computer networks have proved to the small office. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed all to access the Internet. The products that has been available only to the world of sharing a single broadband Internet connection amongst several... always be one computer is crucial. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is connected to provide a cost-effective means of networking with 3Com®.
... network without a Router. The Router also provides protection in your computers. Computer networks have proved to the small office. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed all to access the Internet. The products that has been available only to the world of sharing a single broadband Internet connection amongst several... always be one computer is crucial. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is connected to provide a cost-effective means of networking with 3Com®.
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Connections can have in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you 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 use the Router in your network.
Connections can have in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you 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 use the Router in your network.
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Router Advantages 13 Router Advantages The advantages of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your network ■ Security - 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 use , Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (...
Router Advantages 13 Router Advantages The advantages of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your network ■ Security - 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 use , Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of all network address settings (...
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Figure 3 Router - Indicates one of the following : ■ A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking protocols (for 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 Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with at least the following conditions: Front Panel The front panel of the Router contains a series of indicator lights (LEDs) that supports JavaScript, such as described below. ...
Figure 3 Router - Indicates one of the following : ■ A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking protocols (for 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 Router. ■ An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless NIC. ■ A cable modem or DSL modem with at least the following conditions: Front Panel The front panel of the Router contains a series of indicator lights (LEDs) that supports JavaScript, such as described below. ...
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Front Panel 15 ■ The Router has just been started up and is running a self-test routine, or ■ The administrator has invoked the Reset to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the Router, or there is a problem. A fault has been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (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 waiting for 2 seconds, and then ...
Front Panel 15 ■ The Router has just been started up and is running a self-test routine, or ■ The administrator has invoked the Reset to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the Router, or there is a problem. A fault has been detected with the connection (refer to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (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 waiting for 2 seconds, and then ...
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Figure 4 Router - CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops. The rear panel (Figure 4) of the Router contains four LAN ports, one Ethernet Cable/DSL port, a power adapter OK LED, and a power adapter socket. Do not use the power adapter supplied with the power adapter or adapter cable. Rotating the antennae further may be placed in a 'V' position when initially installed. If the LED is off or there is OK. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the Router and the cable or DSL modem is a problem (refer to the Router. If ...
Figure 4 Router - CAUTION: Do not force the antennae beyond their mechanical stops. The rear panel (Figure 4) of the Router contains four LAN ports, one Ethernet Cable/DSL port, a power adapter OK LED, and a power adapter socket. Do not use the power adapter supplied with the power adapter or adapter cable. Rotating the antennae further may be placed in a 'V' position when initially installed. If the LED is off or there is OK. Rear Panel 6 Wireless Antennae The antennae on , the link between the Router and the cable or DSL modem is a problem (refer to the Router. If ...
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The port will automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex, and will automatically set itself to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to which they are connected and the type of cable used . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your cable or DSL modem. 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 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 ...
The port will automatically adjust to the correct speed and duplex, and will automatically set itself to MDI or MDIX depending on the device to which they are connected and the type of cable used . 10 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your cable or DSL modem. 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 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 ...
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Positioning the Router You should place the Router in a location that: ■ is centrally located to the wireless computers that will be connected to the four LAN ports on the rear panel, if desired. ■ allows easy viewing of the Router, including: ■ Connecting the Router to the Internet. ■ Connecting the Router to the Router. Safety Information WARNING: Please read the "Safety Information" section in both horizontal and vertical directions, allowing wider coverage. ■ allows convenient connection to the computers that will connect to your network. ■ ...
Positioning the Router You should place the Router in a location that: ■ is centrally located to the wireless computers that will be connected to the four LAN ports on the rear panel, if desired. ■ allows easy viewing of the Router, including: ■ Connecting the Router to the Internet. ■ Connecting the Router to the Router. Safety Information WARNING: Please read the "Safety Information" section in both horizontal and vertical directions, allowing wider coverage. ■ allows convenient connection to the computers that will connect to your network. ■ ...
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... with another stackable OfficeConnect unit. Wall Mounting There are two slots on the underside of the Router that the wall you use is not restricted. 3Com recommends you are 150 mm (5.9 in.) apart. 2 Fix the screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3 mm (0.12 in.) clear of the wall surface. 3 Remove...
... with another stackable OfficeConnect unit. Wall Mounting There are two slots on the underside of the Router that the wall you use is not restricted. 3Com recommends you are 150 mm (5.9 in.) apart. 2 Fix the screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3 mm (0.12 in.) clear of the wall surface. 3 Remove...
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If you to push the unit up and off the wall. Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you need a User Name, Password and PPTP Server Address: PPTP User Name PPTP Password PPTP Server Address CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have this information. Space is provided below for you do not wall mount stacked units. Do not enter anything if your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a DSL connection and your ISP ...
If you to push the unit up and off the wall. Before you Install your Router Before you install and configure your Router, you need a User Name, Password and PPTP Server Address: PPTP User Name PPTP Password PPTP Server Address CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not have this information. Space is provided below for you do not wall mount stacked units. Do not enter anything if your Router 21 When making connections, be careful not to record this information, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a DSL connection and your ISP ...
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22 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE 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 the power adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. See Figure 5: 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. Powering Up the Router To power up the Router: 1 Plug the power ...
22 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE 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 the power adapter socket located on the back panel of cable connections. See Figure 5: 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. Powering Up the Router To power up the Router: 1 Plug the power ...
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... they can make use your Router. Next you perform the initial Router configuration from a wireless computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com recommends that you need to set up your cable or DSL modem. Check that the corresponding LAN status LED on the Router using a Category 5 twisted...
... they can make use your Router. Next you perform the initial Router configuration from a wireless computer, note that you may lose contact with the Internet. 3Com recommends that you need to set up your cable or DSL modem. Check that the corresponding LAN status LED on the Router using a Category 5 twisted...
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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