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Client IP Filters
The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or
other network services at specific days and times.
To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter
a name of the filter in “Filter Name” box
(1)
and IP address of the
computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP field
(2)
. Next, enter
“80:80” in the Port field
(3)
. Select protocol from the “Protocol”
drop-down box
(4)
. Click “Apply Changes”. The computer at the IP
address you specified will now be blocked from Internet access.
MAC Address Filtering
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you
to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer
attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list
will be denied access. When you enable this feature, you must enter a
name for the user and the MAC address of each client on your network
to allow network access. Next, click “Add” to save the settings.
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DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)
If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application
properly from behind the firewall, you can open the client up to
unrestricted two-way Internet access. This may be necessary if the
NAT feature is causing problems with an application such as a game
or video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary
basis.
The computer in the DMZ is not protected from
hacker attacks.
To put a computer in the DMZ, enter its LAN IP address in the “Private
IP” field and click “Apply Changes” for the change to take effect.
Blocking an ICMP Ping
Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential
victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and
receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine
that something of interest might be there. The Router can be set
up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This
heightens the level of security of your Router.
To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping”
(1)
and click
“Apply Changes”. The Router will not respong to an ICMP Ping.
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Utilities
The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the
Router and perform certain administrative functions.
Restart Router
Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it
begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will
NOT delete any of your configuration settings.
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Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation
1.
Click the “Restart Router” button.
2.
The following message will appear. Click “OK” to restart your Router.
Restore Factory Defaults
Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the
factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your
settings before you restore all of the defaults.
1.
Click the “Restore Defaults” button.
2.
The following message will appear. Click “OK” to restore factory defaults.
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Saving/Backup Current Settings
You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving
your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are
lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current
configuration before performing a firmware update.
1.
Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.
2.
A window will open that allows you to select the location in
which to save the configuration file. Select a location. There are
no restrictions on the file name, however, be sure to name the file
so you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the
location and entered the file name, click “Save”.
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