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Router User’s Guide
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of the SpeedStream
®
Router with SecureRoute
TM
SpeedStream
®
Router
(Router) is a powerful yet simple communication device for connecting your computer or local area
network (LAN) to the Internet. This manual covers the SpeedStream model series 4100 and 4200.
SpeedStream 4100 Series (Ethernet)
SpeedStream 4200 Series (Ethernet and USB)
Features of the SpeedStream
®
Router
Your Router provides high-speed Internet and corporate network access to homes, networked home
offices, and small offices. In addition, if you are working from a branch office, the Router provides a fast
and effective means of communicating over a remote LAN with the main office. The Router can also be
used to connect the corporate LAN to the Internet over the WAN.
Network (LAN) Features
•
Ethernet Switch
Ethernet connectivity (all models) to the Internet or network through a network interface card (NIC),
providing full 10/100 megabits per second (Mbps) bandwidth to the port.
•
USB Connection
Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection (4200 model) providing added flexibility for connecting your
computer via the Ethernet or USB port.
•
Support of G.lite and Full-Rate DsL
Ensures compatibility with most DSL networks.
Security Features
•
Password-protected Configuration
Password protection prevents unauthorized users from modifying the Router’s configuration settings.
•
Firewall Security
Firewall security with four conveniently pre-set standard levels of security (Off, Low, Medium, High), an
ICSA-compliant mode, and a custom setting for advanced users.
•
NAT Protection
Network Address Port Translation (NAPT) and a secure firewall to protect your data while your
computer is connected to the Internet.
•
Stateful Inspection Firewall
All incoming data packets are monitored and all incoming server requests are filtered, thus protecting
your network from malicious attacks from external sources.
•
Attack Protection System
Attacks can flood your Internet connection with invalid data packets and connection requests, using so
much bandwidth and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The Router
incorporates protection against these types of attacks as well as other common hacker attacks.
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Router User’s Guide
Introduction
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Virtual Private Network
Virtual Private Network allows remote users to establish a secure connection to a corporate network
by setting pass-through of the three most commonly used VPN protocols: PPTP, L2TP, and IPSec.
Configuration & Management
•
Easy Setup
Use your Web browser for quick and easy configuration.
•
UPnP Support
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) allows automatic discovery and configuration of the SpeedStream
Router. UPnP is supported by Windows Me, XP, or later, operating systems.
Advanced Router Functions
•
DMZ
One computer on your local network can be configured to allow unrestricted two-way communication
with servers or individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs that are
incompatible with firewalls.
•
Port Forwarding
Port Forwarding
provides flexibility by allowing you to change internal IP addresses without affecting
outside access to your network.
•
Session Tracking
Some protocols, such as FTP, require secondary network connections on ports other than the main
control port. These connections are usually made using port numbers in the dynamic range (> 1024).
The firewall allows traffic on secondary sessions without manual configuration.
Minimum System Requirements
At a minimum, your computer must be equipped with the following to successfully install the Router. Your
Internet Service Provider may have additional requirements for use of their service.
•
Ethernet connection method
−
A network interface card (NIC) that supports Ethernet 10/100Base-T full-/half-duplex.
−
Operating system that supports TCP/IP.
−
Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator versions 5.0 or later.
•
USB connection method
−
32 MB RAM
−
Pentium-compatible 166 MHz processor (or faster).
−
12 MB available hard disk space.
−
Windows 98 or later operating system.
General Safety Guidelines
When using the SpeedStream Router, observe the following safety guidelines:
•
Never install telephone wiring during a storm.
•
Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. Lightening increases the risk of electrical shock.
•
Do not install telephone jacks in wet locations and never use the product near water.
•
Do not exceed the maximum power load ratings for the product.
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Residential Gateway Family User Guide
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Chapter 2
Physical Installation
This chapter covers the physical installation of the SpeedStream Router.
Minimum System Requirements
•
DSL service and an Internet access account from an Internet Service Provider (ISP).
•
Network cables for the device you intend to connect to the Router. Use standard CAT5 Ethernet
cables with RJ45 connectors.
•
TCP/IP network protocol must be installed on all computers.
•
For USB connection to the Router, the following operating systems are supported (if your Router
model supports USB):
−
Windows 98, 98SE
−
Windows 2000
−
Windows ME or XP
−
Mac OS versions 8.6 through 10.2.4
Note:
Your configuration may vary slightly from the instructions and illustrations in this chapter. Refer to
your service provider’s documentation, or contact them with questions regarding your specific
configuration.
Hardware Installation
You may position the SpeedStream Router at any convenient location in your office or home. No special
wiring or cooling requirements are needed; however, you should comply with the safety guidelines
specified in the
General Safety Guidelines
section.
Basic Installation Procedure
1.
Install line filters if necessar
y.
2.
Connect the cables
.
3.
Install USB drivers if necessary
.
4.
Configure network settings on your computer
.
5.
Configure the Router via the Web-based management interface
.
6.
Reboot the computer if prompted. Whenever you are required to reboot the Router, allow five
seconds between turning off the unit and powering it back on.
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Installation
Installing Line Filters
Because DSL shares your telephone line, you may need to separate the two signals so they do not
interfere with each other. A line filter (may be included with some models) prevents DSL traffic from
disrupting the voice signal on the telephone line, and vice versa. Follow the procedures below to install
line filters on any device (telephones, fax machines, caller ID boxes) that shares the same telephone line
with your DSL. (Note, this section may not apply to you. Consult your provider if you are unsure.)
There are two types of filters to connect between the telephone and the wall plate:
•
In-line filter:
For use with standard desktop telephones.
•
Wall-mount filter
: For use with wall-mounted telephones.
DSL performance may be significantly degraded if the line filters are not installed in the correct direction,
as illustrated below.
In-Line Filter
For each device sharing the same telephone line:
1.
Unplug the device’s cord from the telephone jack.
2.
Plug the filter into the telephone jack.
3.
Plug the telephone cord (or other device cord) into the
filter.
Wall-Mount Filter
For a wall-mounted telephone, install a wall mount filter:
1.
Remove the telephone.
2.
Connect the wall mount filter to the wall plate.
3.
Reconnect the telephone.
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Installation
Connecting Cables
The Router provides ports for either a USB or an Ethernet connection to your primary computer. Select
the interface you will use to connect the Router, and follow the step-by-step instructions below for your
chosen installation method.
Ethernet Installation Method
To connect the SpeedStream Router via the Ethernet interface, your
computer must have an Ethernet adapter (also called a network interface
card, or “NIC”)
installed.
If your computer does not have this adapter, install it before proceeding
further. Refer to your Ethernet adapter documentation for complete
installation instructions.
1.
Connect the Ethernet cable(s)
1)
With your computer powered off, connect the Ethernet
cable to an Ethernet port (1-4) on the Router.
2)
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port on your computer.
3)
If desired, use standard 10/100 CAT5 Ethernet cables
to connect additional computers to the remaining
Ethernet ports on the Router.
2.
Connect the DSL cable
1)
Connect the DSL cable (resembles a telephone cord) to the DSL port on the Router.
2)
Plug the other end of the DSL cable into the phone jack.
3.
Connect the power
1)
Connect the power adapter to the rear of the Router.
2)
Plug the power adapter into the electrical wall outlet.
3)
Flip the power switch to power on the SpeedStream Router.
4)
Power on all connected computers.
4.
Check the LEDs
1)
For each active Ethernet connection, the LAN Link LED for the corresponding port number should
be lit.
2)
The DSL and Power LEDs should be lit.
When using the Ethernet installation method, you do not have to install any software. Refer to your
Internet Service Provider’s instructions for installing their software and/or connecting to the Internet. You
can now configure the TCP/IP settings as detailed in
Chapter 3, Operating System Configuration
.
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