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Record Your Internet Connection Information

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3-3

First, Connect the WGT634U to the Internet

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3-4

Now, Set Up Basic Wireless Connectivity

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3-9

Basic Setup Troubleshooting Tips

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3-10

Understanding the Setup Wizard Options

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3-10

PPPoE Smart Wizard-Detected Option

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3-11

Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option

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3-12

Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option

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3-13

Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option

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3-14

How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection

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3-15

Chapter 4

Wireless Configuration

Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines

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4-1

Implement Appropriate Wireless Security

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4-2

Understanding Wireless Settings

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4-3

Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption

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4-4

Authentication Scheme Selection

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4-4

Encryption Strength Choices

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4-5

Default Factory Settings

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4-6

Before You Change the SSID and Encryption Settings

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4-7

How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity

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4-8

Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings

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4-9

How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address

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4-10

How to Configure WEP Encryption

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4-12

Chapter 5

Connecting a USB Drive to the Router

File Sharing Scenarios

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5-1

Sharing Photos with Friends and Family

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5-2

Storing Files in a Central Location for Playing or Printing

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5-3

Sharing Large Files with Colleagues

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5-4

Understanding the USB Configuration Settings

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5-4

Connecting a USB Drive to the WGT634U

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5-6

USB Drive Requirements

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5-7

Using the USB Drive Setup Wizard to Allow Remote Access from the Internet

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5-7

Using the USB Drive Menu to Grant FTP Access Rights

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5-9

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Granting Users Access to the USB Drive

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5-9

Unmounting a USB Drive

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5-10

Understanding the USB Drive Access Methods

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5-10

Connecting to the USB Drive from a Local Web Browser

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5-11

Connecting to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer

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5-11

Locating the Internet Port IP Address

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5-11

Accessing the Router’s USB Drive Remotely Using FTP

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5-12

Connecting to the USB Drive From Your Home/Office Network

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5-12

Enabling File and Printer Sharing

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5-13

Configuring Windows 98SE and Windows ME

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5-13

Accessing the USB Drive from the Windows Start Menu

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5-13

Accessing the USB Drive from Windows Explorer

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5-13

Accessing the USB Drive from My Network Places

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5-14

Chapter 6

Content Filtering

Blocking Access to Internet Sites

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6-1

Blocking Access to Internet Services

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6-2

Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced

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6-4

Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access

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6-5

Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications

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6-7

Chapter 7

Maintenance

Viewing Wireless Router Status Information

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7-1

Viewing a List of Attached Devices

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7-5

Upgrading the Router Software

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7-5

Warning: Do Not Interrupt the Firmware Upgrade Process

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7-6

Firmware Upgrade Requirements

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7-6

Checking for a Firmware Upgrade Upon Login

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7-6

Performing a Firmware Upgrade from the Router Upgrade Menu

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7-7

Configuration File Management

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7-8

Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration

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7-9

Erasing the Configuration

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7-9

Changing the Administrator Password

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7-9

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Chapter 8

Advanced Configuration

Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers

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8-1

Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service

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8-2

Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry

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8-2

Local Web and FTP Server Example

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8-3

Multiple Computers for Counter-Strike, Unreal Tournament, or Quake III Example .8-3

Configuring WAN Setup Options

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8-4

Using a Dynamic DNS Service

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8-6

Using LAN IP Setup Options

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8-7

Using the Router as a DHCP server

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8-9

Using Address Reservation

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8-9

How to Configure Static Routes

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8-10

Enabling Remote Management Access

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8-12

Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

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8-13

Chapter 9

Troubleshooting

Basic Functioning

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9-1

Power LED Not On

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9-2

LEDs Never Turn Off

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9-2

Local or Internet Port LEDs Not On

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9-2

Troubleshooting Connection to the Web Configuration Interface

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9-3

Troubleshooting the ISP Connection

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9-4

Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility

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9-5

Testing the LAN Path to Your Router

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9-5

Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device

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9-6

Restoring the Default Configuration and Password

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9-7

Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface

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9-7

Problems with Date and Time

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9-8

Problems with Saving Configuration Changes

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9-8

Troubleshooting the USB Drive

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9-8

USB Hub Attached to the WGT634U is not Visible

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9-8

File Copy of Large Files to the USB Disk FAT32 File System Fails

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9-8

Cannot Connect to the USB Drive Using Microsoft Networking

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9-8

Cannot Attach USB Drive to USB Port

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9-9

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Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade

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9-9

Appendix A

Technical Specifications

Appendix B

Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics

Related Publications

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B-1

Basic Router Concepts

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B-1

What is a Router?

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B-1

Routing Information Protocol

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B-2

IP Addresses and the Internet

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B-2

Netmask

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B-4

Subnet Addressing

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B-4

Private IP Addresses

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B-7

Single IP Address Operation Using NAT

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B-7

MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol

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B-8

Related Documents

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B-9

Domain Name Server

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B-9

IP Configuration by DHCP

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B-10

Internet Security and Firewalls

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B-10

What is a Firewall?

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B-10

Stateful Packet Inspection

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B-11

Denial of Service Attack

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B-11

Ethernet Cabling

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B-11

Category 5 Cable Quality

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B-12

Inside Twisted Pair Cables

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B-12

Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching

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B-14

Appendix C

Preparing Your Network

Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking

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C-1

Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking

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C-2

Install or Verify Windows Networking Components

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C-2

Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings

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C-4

Selecting Windows’ Internet Access Method

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C-6

Verifying TCP/IP Properties

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C-6

Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking

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Install or Verify Windows Networking Components

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C-7

DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4

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C-8

DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP

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C-8

DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000

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C-10

DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4

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C-13

Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4

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C-15

Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking

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C-16

MacOS 8.6 or 9.x

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C-16

MacOS X

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C-16

Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers

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C-17

Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account

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C-18

Are Login Protocols Used?

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C-18

What Is Your Configuration Information?

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C-18

Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers

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C-19

Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers

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C-20

Restarting the Network

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C-21

Appendix D

Wireless Networking Basics

Wireless Networking Overview

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D-1

Infrastructure Mode

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D-1

Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)

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D-2

Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)

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D-2

Authentication and WEP Data Encryption

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D-2

802.11 Authentication

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D-3

Open System Authentication

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D-3

Shared Key Authentication

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D-4

Overview of WEP Parameters

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D-5

Key Size

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D-6

WEP Configuration Options

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D-7

Wireless Channels

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D-7

WPA Wireless Security

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D-8

How Does WPA Compare to WEP?

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D-9

How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?

........................................................

D-10

What are the Key Features of WPA Security?

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D-10

WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User

Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS

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D-12