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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

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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.

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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

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Password-protected Configuration

Password protection prevents unauthorized users from modifying the Router’s configuration settings.

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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.

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NAT Protection

Network Address Port Translation (NAPT) and a secure firewall to protect your data while your

computer is connected to the Internet.

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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.

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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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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

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Easy Setup

Use your Web browser for quick and easy configuration.

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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

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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.

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Port Forwarding

Port Forwarding

provides flexibility by allowing you to change internal IP addresses without affecting

outside access to your network.

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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.

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Ethernet connection method

−

A network interface card (NIC) that supports Ethernet 10/100Base-T full-/half-duplex.

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Operating system that supports TCP/IP.

−

Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator versions 5.0 or later.

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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:

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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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Chapter 2

Physical Installation

This chapter covers the physical installation of the SpeedStream Router.

Minimum System Requirements

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DSL service and an Internet access account from an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

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Network cables for the device you intend to connect to the Router. Use standard CAT5 Ethernet

cables with RJ45 connectors.

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TCP/IP network protocol must be installed on all computers.

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For USB connection to the Router, the following operating systems are supported (if your Router

model supports USB):

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Windows 98, 98SE

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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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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:

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In-line filter:

For use with standard desktop telephones.

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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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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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