User manual NETGEAR DG834GT - REFERENCE MANUAL

Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone 1-888-NETGEAR 202-10053-01 REFGD August 2004 August 2004 © 2004 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. August 2004. Trademarks NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · · · · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during normal operation. EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22). ii August 2004 Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung. Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen. Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations. Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling. Customer Support Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router. World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. iii August 2004 iv August 2004 Contents Chapter 1 About This Guide Audience, Conventions, Scope ......................................................................................1-1 How to Use this Manual ..................................................................................................1-2 How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the Router ............................................................................................................2-1 Key Features ..................................................................................................................2-2 802.11g Wireless Networking ...................................................................................2-2 A Powerful, True Firewall .........................................................................................2-3 Easy Installation and Management ..........................................................................2-3 Protocol Support ......................................................................................................2-4 Content Filtering .......................................................................................................2-5 Auto Sensing and Auto UplinkTM LAN Ethernet Connections ..................................2-5 What's in the Box? ..........................................................................................................2-6 The Router's Front Panel .........................................................................................2-6 The Router's Rear Panel .........................................................................................2-8 Chapter 3 Connecting the Router to the Internet What You Need Before You Begin ..................................................................................3-1 ADSL Microfilter Requirements ................................................................................3-1 ADSL Microfilter .................................................................................................3-1 ADSL Microfilter with Built-In Splitter .................................................................3-2 Ethernet Cabling Requirements ...............................................................................3-2 Computer Hardware Requirements .........................................................................3-2 LAN Configuration Requirements ............................................................................3-2 Internet Configuration Requirements .......................................................................3-3 Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters? .........................................3-3 Contents August 2004 v Record Your Internet Connection Information ..........................................................3-3 Connecting the DG834GT to Your LAN ..........................................................................3-5 How to Connect the Router ......................................................................................3-5 Auto-Detecting Your Internet Connection Type ............................................................3-10 Wizard-Detected PPPoE Login Account Setup ...................................................... 3-11 Wizard-Detected PPPoA Login Account Setup ......................................................3-12 Wizard-Detected Dynamic IP Account Setup .........................................................3-12 Wizard-Detected IP Over ATM Account Setup ......................................................3-13 Wizard-Detected Fixed IP (Static) Account Setup ..................................................3-14 Testing Your Internet Connection ..................................................................................3-15 Manually Configuring Your Internet Connection ...........................................................3-15 How to Perform Manual Configuration ...................................................................3-16 Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoE ...................................3-17 Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoA ...................................3-18 Internet Connection Does Note Require A Login ............................................3-19 ADSL Settings ........................................................................................................3-20 Chapter 4 Wireless Configuration Considerations for a Wireless Network ..........................................................................4-1 Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines .....................................4-1 Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ................................................................4-2 Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................4-3 How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity ..............................................4-7 How to Restricting Wireless Access to Your Network ..............................................4-8 Restricting Access to Your Network by Turning Off Wireless Connectivity ........4-9 Restricting Wireless Access Based on the Wireless Network Name (SSID) .....4-9 Restricting Wireless Access Based on the Wireless Station Access List ..........4-9 Choosing WEP Authentication and Security Encryption Methods ......................... 4-11 Authentication Type Selection ......................................................................... 4-11 Encryption Choices ..........................................................................................4-12 How to Configure WEP ..........................................................................................4-13 How to Configure WPA-PSK ..................................................................................4-14 Chapter 5 Protecting Your Network Protecting Access to Your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router .............5-1 vi August 2004 Contents How to Change the Built-In Password .....................................................................5-1 Changing the Administrator Login Timeout ..............................................................5-2 Configuring Basic Firewall Services ...............................................................................5-2 Blocking Keywords, Sites, and Services ..................................................................5-3 How to Block Keywords and Sites ...........................................................................5-3 Firewall Rules .................................................................................................................5-5 Inbound Rules (Port Forwarding) .............................................................................5-6 Inbound Rule Example: A Local Public Web Server ..........................................5-6 Inbound Rule Example: Allowing Videoconferencing ........................................5-8 Considerations for Inbound Rules .....................................................................5-9 Outbound Rules (Service Blocking) .........................................................................5-9 Outbound Rule Example: Blocking Instant Messenger ...................................5-10 Order of Precedence for Rules .............................................................................. 5-11 Services ........................................................................................................................5-12 How to Define Services ..........................................................................................5-13 Setting Times and Scheduling Firewall Services ..........................................................5-14 How to Set Your Time Zone ...................................................................................5-14 How to Schedule Firewall Services ........................................................................5-15 Chapter 6 Managing Your Network Backing Up, Restoring, or Erasing Your Settings ...........................................................6-1 How to Back Up the Configuration to a File .............................................................6-1 How to Restore the Configuration from a File ..........................................................6-2 How to Erase the Configuration ...............................................................................6-2 Upgrading the Router's Firmware ...................................................................................6-2 How to Upgrade the Router Firmware .....................................................................6-3 Network Management Information .................................................................................6-4 Viewing Router Status and Usage Statistics ............................................................6-4 Viewing Attached Devices ........................................................................................6-9 Viewing, Selecting, and Saving Logged Information ................................................6-9 Selecting What Information to Log .................................................................. 6-11 Saving Log Files on a Server ..........................................................................6-12 Examples of Log Messages ...................................................................................6-12 Activation and Administration ..........................................................................6-12 Dropped Packets .............................................................................................6-12 Contents August 2004 vii Enabling Security Event E-mail Notification .................................................................6-13 Running Diagnostic Utilities and Rebooting the Router ................................................6-14 Enabling Remote Management ....................................................................................6-15 Configuring Remote Management .........................................................................6-15 Chapter 7 Advanced Configuration Configuring Advanced Security ......................................................................................7-1 Setting Up A Default DMZ Server ............................................................................7-1 How to Configure a Default DMZ Server ...........................................................7-2 Connect Automatically, as Required ........................................................................7-3 Disable Port Scan and DOS Protection ...................................................................7-3 Respond to Ping on Internet WAN Port ...................................................................7-3 MTU Size .................................................................................................................7-3 Configuring LAN IP Settings ...........................................................................................7-3 DHCP .......................................................................................................................7-5 Use Router as DHCP server .............................................................................7-5 Reserved IP addresses .....................................................................................7-6 How to Configure LAN TCP/IP Settings ...................................................................7-7 Configuring Dynamic DNS .......................................................................................7-7 How to Configure Dynamic DNS ..............................................................................7-8 Using Static Routes ........................................................................................................7-9 Static Route Example ...............................................................................................7-9 How to Configure Static Routes .............................................................................7-10 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................8-1 Power LED Not On ...................................................................................................8-2 Test LED Never Turns On or Test LED Stays On .....................................................8-2 LAN or WAN Port LEDs Not On ...............................................................................8-2 Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ..........................................................8-3 Troubleshooting the ISP Connection ..............................................................................8-4 ADSL link .................................................................................................................8-4 WAN LED Blinking Yellow ..................................................................................8-4 WAN LED Off .....................................................................................................8-4 Obtaining a WAN IP Address ...................................................................................8-5 viii August 2004 Contents Troubleshooting PPPoE or PPPoA ..........................................................................8-6 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing ..........................................................................8-6 Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using the Ping Utility ..............................................8-7 Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .......................................................................8-7 Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .....................................8-8 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ........................................................8-9 Using the Reset button .............................................................................................8-9 Problems with Date and Time .........................................................................................8-9 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Network and Routing Basics Related Publications 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B-1 Basic Router Concepts .................................................................................................. B-1 What is a Router? ................................................................................................... B-1 Routing Information Protocol ................................................................................... B-2 IP Addresses and the Internet ................................................................................. B-2 Netmask .................................................................................................................. B-4 Subnet Addressing .................................................................................................. B-4 Private IP Addresses ............................................................................................... B-7 Single IP Address Operation Using NAT ................................................................. B-7 MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol ................................................. B-8 Related Documents ................................................................................................. B-9 Domain Name Server .............................................................................................. B-9 IP Configuration by DHCP ...................................................................................... B-9 Internet Security and Firewalls .................................................................................... B-10 What is a Firewall? ................................................................................................ B-10 Stateful Packet Inspection ..................................................................................... B-10 Denial of Service Attack .........................................................................................B-11 Ethernet Cabling ...........................................................................................................B-11 Category 5 Cable Quality .......................................................................................B-11 Inside Twisted Pair Cables .................................................................................... B-12 Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching ............................ B-13 Contents August 2004 ix Appendix C Preparing Your Network Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking ....................................................... C-1 Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking ....................................... C-2 Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components ....................................... C-2 Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings in Windows 95B, 98, and Me C-4 Selecting the Windows' Internet Access Method .................................................... C-6 Verifying TCP/IP Properties .................................................................................... C-6 Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking ............................................ C-7 Installing or Verifying Windows Networking Components ....................................... C-7 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4 ...................................... C-8 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP ..................................................... C-8 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000 ................................................ C-10 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4 .................................................. C-13 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4 .............................. C-15 Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking ...................................................... C-16 MacOS 8.6 or 9.x .................................................................................................. C-16 MacOS X ............................................................................................................... C-16 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers ......................................... C-17 Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account ....................................................... C-18 Are Login Protocols Used? ................................................................................... C-18 What Is Your Configuration Information? .............................................................. C-18 Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers ....................... C-19 Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers ..................... C-20 Restarting the Network ................................................................................................ C-21 Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview ...................................................................................... D-1 Infrastructure Mode ................................................................................................. D-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) ................................................................ D-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID) ................................ D-2 Authentication and WEP Data Encryption ..................................................................... D-2 802.11 Authentication .............................................................................................. D-3 Open System Authentication ................................................................................... D-3 Shared Key Authentication ...................................................................................... D-4 x August 2004 Contents Overview of WEP Parameters ................................................................................ D-5 Key Size .................................................................................................................. D-6 WEP Configuration Options .................................................................................... D-7 Wireless Channels ......................................................................................................... D-7 WPA Wireless Security .................................................................................................. D-8 How Does WPA Compare to WEP? ........................................................................ D-9 How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i? ........................................................ D-10 What are the Key Features of WPA Security? ...................................................... D-10 WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS .................................................. D-12 WPA Data Encryption Key Management ........................................................ D-14 Is WPA Perfect? .................................................................................................... D-16 Product Support for WPA ...................................................................................... D-16 Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients is Discouraged ...... D-16 Changes to Wireless Access Points ............................................................... D-16 Changes to Wireless Network Adapters ......................................................... D-17 Changes to Wireless Client Programs ............................................................ D-18 Glossary Contents August 2004 xi xii August 2004 Contents Chapter 1 About This Guide Thank you for purchasing the NETGEARTM DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router. Audience, Conventions, Scope This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic-to-intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and networking technology tutorial information is provided in the Appendices. This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. italics bold mono space Typographical conventions Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names User input Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. This manual is written for the DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router according to these specifications: Table 1-1. 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About This Guide August 2004 1-3 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 1-4 August 2004 About This Guide Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router. The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router is a combination of a built-in ADSL modem, router, 4-port switch, firewall, and up to 108 Mbps wireless access point that enables your entire network to safely share an Internet connection that otherwise is used by a single computer. Note: If you are unfamiliar with networking and routing, refer to Appendix B, "Network and Routing Basics" to become more familiar with the terms and procedures used in this manual. About the Router The DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router provides continuous, high-speed 10/100 Ethernet access between your Ethernet devices. The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router enables your entire network to share an Internet connection through the built-in ADSL modem that otherwise is used by a single computer. With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes. The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router provides multiple Web content filtering options, plus e-mail browsing activity, reporting, and instant alerts. Parents and network administrators can establish restricted access policies based on time of day, Web site addresses, and address keywords. They can also share high-speed ADSL Internet access for up to 253 personal computers. The included firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT) features protect you from hackers. Introduction August 2004 2-1 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Key Features The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router provides the following features: · · · · · · · 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in Auto 108 Mbps mode, 108 Mbps "turbo-g" only, the 802.11b+g modes, 802.11g-only, and 802.11b-only. A built-in ADSL modem A powerful, true firewall Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management Extensive Internet protocol support Content filtering Auto Sensing and Auto UplinkTM LAN Ethernet connections These features are discussed below. 802.11g Wireless Networking The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router includes an 802.11g wireless access point, providing continuous, high-speed 54 Mbps access between your wireless and Ethernet devices. The access point provides: · · 802.11g wireless networking at up to 108 Mbps. 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in the following modes, thus providing backwards compatibility with 802.11b devices or dedicating the wireless network to the higher bandwidth 802.11g or 108 Mbps only devices: -- Auto 108 Mbps mode (i.e., all 802.11g, 802.11b, and Netgear 108 Mbps wireless stations can be used; this mode is the second fastest mode) -- 108 Mbps only (fastest) Note: Only use the 108 Mbps only mode when all wireless adapters in your open network bear the 108 Mbps logo. 108 Figure 2-1: 108 Mbps Logo 2-2 August 2004 Introduction Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router -- 802.11b+g modes -- 802.11g-only -- 802.11b-only · · · · 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption security. WEP keys can be generated manually or by passphrase. Wireless access can be restricted by MAC address. Wireless network name broadcast can be turned off so that only devices that have the network name (SSID) can connect. A Powerful, True Firewall Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the DG834GT is a true firewall, using stateful packet inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include: · Denial of Service (DoS) protection Automatically detects and thwarts Denial of Service (DoS) attacks such as Ping of Death, SYN Flood, LAND Attack and IP Spoofing. Blocks unwanted traffic from the Internet to your LAN. Blocks access from your LAN to Internet locations or services that you specify as off-limits. Logs security incidents The DG834GT will log security events such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks, and administrator logins. You can configure the router to email the log to you at specified intervals. You can also configure the router to send immediate alert messages to your email address or email pager whenever a significant event occurs. · · · Easy Installation and Management You can install, configure, and operate the DG834GT within minutes after connecting it to the network. The following features simplify installation and management tasks: · Browser-based management Browser-based configuration allows you to easily configure your router from almost any type of personal computer, such as Windows, Macintosh, or Linux. A user-friendly Setup Wizard is provided and online help documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management Interface. Introduction August 2004 2-3 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router · Smart Wizard The router automatically senses the type of Internet connection, asking you only for the information required for your type of ISP account. Remote management The router allows you to log in to the Web management interface from a remote location via the Internet. For security, you can limit remote management access to a specified remote IP address or range of addresses, and you can choose a nonstandard port number. Diagnostic functions The router incorporates built-in diagnostic functions such as Ping, DNS lookup, and remote reboot. These functions allow you to test Internet connectivity and reboot the router. You can use these diagnostic functions directly from the DG834GT when you are connected on the LAN or when you are connected over the Internet via the remote management function. Visual monitoring The router's front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its status and activity. Flash erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM) for firmware upgrades. · · · · Protocol Support The DG834GT supports Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and Routing Information Protocol (RIP). Appendix B, "Network and Routing Basics" provides further information on TCP/IP. · The Ability to Enable or Disable IP Address Sharing by NAT The DG834GT allows several networked PCs to share an Internet account using only a single IP address, which may be statically or dynamically assigned by your Internet service provider (ISP). This technique, known as Network Address Translation (NAT), allows the use of an inexpensive single-user ISP account. This feature can also be turned off completely while using the DG834GT if you want to manage the IP address scheme yourself. Automatic Configuration of Attached PCs by DHCP The DG834GT dynamically assigns network configuration information, including IP, router, and domain name server (DNS) addresses, to attached PCs on the LAN using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). This feature greatly simplifies configuration of PCs on your local network. DNS Proxy When DHCP is enabled and no DNS addresses are specified, the router provides its own address as a DNS server to the attached PCs. The router obtains actual DNS addresses from the ISP during connection setup and forwards DNS requests from the LAN. Introduction August 2004 · · 2-4 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router · Classical IP (RFC 1577) Some Internet service providers, in Europe for example, use Classical IP in their ADSL services. In such cases, the router is able to use the Classical IP address from the ISP. PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) PPP over Ethernet is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an ADSL connection by simulating a dial-up connection. This feature eliminates the need to run a login program such as EnterNet or WinPOET on your computer. PPP over ATM (PPPoA) PPP over ATM is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an ADSL connection by simulating an ATM connection. Dynamic DNS Dynamic DNS services allow remote users to find your network using a domain name when your IP address is not permanently assigned. The router contains a client that can connect to many popular Dynamic DNS services to register your dynamic IP address. Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) UPnP is a networking architecture that provides compatibility between networking technologies. UPnP compliant routers provide broadband users at home and small businesses with a seamless way to participate in online games, videoconferencing and other peer-to-peer services. · · · · Content Filtering With its content filtering feature, the DG834GT prevents objectionable content from reaching your PCs. The router allows you to control access to Internet content by screening for keywords within Web addresses. You can configure the router to log and report attempts to access objectionable Internet sites. Auto Sensing and Auto UplinkTM LAN Ethernet Connections With its internal 4-port 10/100 switch, the DG834GT can connect to either a 10 Mbps standard Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. The local LAN ports are autosensing and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation. Introduction August 2004 2-5 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router The router incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. Each local Ethernet port will automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a `normal' connection such as to a computer or an `uplink' connection such as to a switch or hub. That port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection. What's in the Box? The product package should contain the following items: · · · · · · DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router AC power adapter (varies by region) Category 5 (Cat 5) Ethernet cable Telephone cable Microfilters (quantity and type vary by region) 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Resource CD, including: -- This guide -- Application Notes A printed Quick Installation Guide Warranty and Support Information cards · · If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair. The Router's Front Panel The DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router front panel shown below contains status LEDs. 2-6 August 2004 Introduction Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Power Test Wireless Internet LAN Figure 2-2: DG834GT Front Panel You can use the LEDs to verify various conditions. Table 2-1 lists and describes each LED on the front panel of the router. These LEDs are green when lit. Introduction August 2004 2-7 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Table 2-1. Label Power Test Wireless Internet LED Descriptions Activity On Off On Off On Off Blink -- Amber On -- Green Blink -- Green On (Green) Blink (Green) On (Amber) Blink (Amber) Off Description Power is supplied to the router. Power is not supplied to the router. The system is initializing. The system is ready and running. Indicates that the Wireless port is initialized. The Wireless Access Point is turned off. Indicates ADSL training. The Internet port has detected a link with an attached device. Data is being transmitted or received by the Internet port. The Local port has detected a link with a 100 Mbps device. Data is being transmitted or received at 100 Mbps. The Local port has detected a link with a 10 Mbps device. Data is being transmitted or received at 10 Mbps. No link is detected on this port. LAN The Router's Rear Panel The rear panel of the DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router (Figure 2-3) contains port connections. 2-8 August 2004 Introduction Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router ADSL Internet LAN Power Reset Wireless Figure 2-3: DG834GT Rear Panel Viewed from left to right, the rear panel contains the following elements: · · · · · ADSL port for connecting the router to an ADSL line Four Local Ethernet RJ-45 LAN ports for connecting the router to the local computers Factory Default Reset push button DC power in Wireless antenna Introduction August 2004 2-9 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 2-10 August 2004 Introduction Chapter 3 Connecting the Router to the Internet This chapter describes how to set up the router on your Local Area Network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. It describes how to configure your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router for Internet access using the Setup Wizard, or how to manually configure your Internet connection. What You Need Before You Begin You need to prepare the following before you can establish an Internet connection through your router: 1. 2. 3. The router connected to an ADSL line and a computer properly connected to the router as explained below. Active Internet service such as that provided by an ADSL account. The Internet Service Provider (ISP) configuration information for your DSL account. Note: If you purchased the DG834GT in a country where a microfilter is not included, you must acquire one. ADSL Microfilter Requirements ADSL technology uses the same wires as your telephone service. However, ADSL adds signals to the telephone lines which create noise in the telephone service. You must use ADSL microfilters to filter out these signals before they reach your telephone. ADSL Microfilter Phone Figure 3-1: ADSL microfilter Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-1 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Each device such as a telephone, fax machine, answering machine, or caller ID display will require an ADSL microfilter. Note: Do not connect the DG834GT to the ADSL line through a microfilter unless the microfilter is a combination microfilter/splitter specifically designed for this purpose. Doing so will prevent the built-in ADSL modem in the DG834GT from establishing a connection to the Internet. If you have any doubts about this, connect the DG834GT directly to the ADSL line. ADSL Microfilter with Built-In Splitter DSL Phone Line Figure 3-2: ADSL microfilter with built-in splitter Use an ADSL microfilter with built-in splitter when there is a single wall outlet which must provide connectivity for both the DG834GT and telephone equipment. Ethernet Cabling Requirements The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router connects to your Ethernet LAN via twisted-pair cables. If the computer will connect to your network at 100 Mbps, you must use a Category 5 (CAT5) cable such as the one provided with your router. Computer Hardware Requirements To use the DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router on your network, each computer must have an installed Ethernet adapter and an Ethernet cable, or a 802.11g wireless adapter. LAN Configuration Requirements For the initial connection to the Internet and configuration of your router, you need to connect a computer to the router which is set to automatically get its TCP/IP configuration from the router via DHCP. Note: Please refer to Appendix C, "Preparing Your Network" for assistance with DHCP configuration. 3-2 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Internet Configuration Requirements Depending on how your ISP set up your Internet account, you need one or more of these configuration parameters to connect your router to the Internet: · · · · · · Virtual Path Identifier (VPI)/Virtual Channel Indentifier (VCI) parameters Multiplexing Method Host and Domain Names ISP Login Name and Password ISP Domain Name Server (DNS) Addresses Fixed or Static IP Address Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters? There are several ways you can gather the required Internet connection information. · Your ISP should have provided you with all the information needed to connect to the Internet. If you cannot locate this information, you can ask your ISP to provide it or you can try one of the options below. If you have a computer already connected using the active Internet access account, you can gather the configuration information from that computer. · · · · For Windows 95/98/ME, open the Network control panel, select the TCP/IP entry for the Ethernet adapter, and click Properties. For Windows 2000/XP, open the Local Area Network Connection, select the TCP/IP entry for the Ethernet adapter, and click Properties. For Macintosh computers, open the TCP/IP or Network control panel. · You can also refer to the DG834GT Resource CD for the NETGEAR Router ISP Guide which provides Internet connection information for many ISPs. Once you locate your Internet configuration parameters, you may want to record them on the next page. Record Your Internet Connection Information Print the following page. Fill in the configuration parameters from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-3 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router ISP Multiplexing Method and Virtual Circuit Number: The default settings of your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router will work fine for most ISPs. However, some ISPs use a specific Multiplexing Method or a Virtual Circuit Number for either the Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) or Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI). If your ISP provided you with a specific Multiplexing Method or VPI/VCI number, then fill in the following: Multiplexing Method, circle one: LLC-based or VC-based VPI: ________ A number between 0 and 255. VCI: ___________ A number between 1 and 65535. ISP Login Name: The login name and password are case sensitive and must be entered exactly as given by your ISP. Some ISPs use your full e-mail address as the login name. The Service Name is not required by all ISPs. If you use a login name and password, then fill in the following: Login Name: ______________________________ Password: ____________________________ Service Name: _____________________________ Fixed or Static IP Address: If you have a static IP address, record the following information. For example, 169.254.141.148 could be a valid IP address. Fixed or Static Internet IP Address: ______.______.______.______ Router IP Address: ______.______.______.______ Subnet Mask: ______.______.______.______ ISP DNS Server Addresses: If you were given DNS server addresses, fill in the following: Primary DNS Server IP Address: ______.______.______.______ Secondary DNS Server IP Address: ______.______.______.______ Host and Domain Names: Some ISPs use a specific host or domain name like CCA7324-A or home. If you did not get host or domain names, use the following examples as a guide: · · If your main e-mail account with your ISP is aaa@yyy.com, then use aaa as your host name. Your ISP might call this your account, user, host, computer, or system name. If your ISP's mail server is mail.xxx.yyy.com, then use xxx.yyy.com as the domain name. ISP Host Name: _________________________ ISP Domain Name: _______________________ For Wireless Access: For configuration of the wireless network, record the following: Wireless Network Name (SSID): _________________________ WEP Authentication (circle one): Automatic, Open System, or Shared Key WEP Encryption (circle one): 64 or 128; Passphrase or Key: _________________________ 3-4 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Connecting the DG834GT to Your LAN This section provides instructions for connecting the DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router. Note: The Resource CD included with your router contains an animated Installation Assistant to help you through this procedure. How to Connect the Router There are four steps to connecting your firewall: 1. 2. 3. 4. Install ADSL filters on the phone lines. Connect the router to the ADSL filter. Log in to the router. Connect to the Internet. Follow the steps below to connect your router to your network. Before you begin, locate the ADSL configuration information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP). 1. CONNECT ADSL FILTERS ON THE PHONE LINES. a. You need to install a filter on every telephone or device that shares the same phone number as your ADSL router. Select the filter that came with your router. One-Line Filter Splitter Two-Line Filter With Splitter Figure 3-3: ADSL microfilters Note: If you purchased the DG834GT in a country where the filter is not included, you must acquire one. b. Two-Line Filter Example. Insert the two-line filter into the phone outlet and connect the phone to the phone line connector (A): Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-5 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router . A Figure 3-4: Connecting an ADSL microfilter and phone Note: To use a one-line filter with a separate splitter, insert the splitter into the phone outlet, connect the one-line filter to the splitter, and connect the phone to the filter. 2. CONNECT THE DG834GT TO THE ADSL FILTER. Note: Improperly connecting a filter to your DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router will block your ADSL connection. a. Turn off your computer. b. Connect the ADSL port of the DG834GT to the ADSL port (B) of the two-line filter: 3-6 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router B Figure 3-5: Connecting the DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router to an ADSL microfilter and phone c. Connect the Ethernet cable (C) from your DG834GT's LAN port to the Ethernet adapter in your computer. Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-7 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router C Figure 3-6: Connecting a computer to the DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router Note: The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router incorporates Auto UplinkTM technology. Each Ethernet LAN port will automatically sense whether the cable plugged into the port should have a 'normal' connection (for example, connecting to a computer) or an 'uplink' connection (for example, connecting to a switch or hub). That port will then configure itself to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection. d. Connect the power adapter to the router and plug it in to a power outlet. Verify the following: The power light is lit after turning on the router. The ADSL link light is solid green, indicating a link has been established to the ADSL network. e. Now, turn on your computer. If software usually logs you in to your Internet connection, do not run that software. Cancel it if it starts automatically. Verify the following: The local lights are lit for any connected computers. Note: For instructions on connecting computers to the DG834GT via wireless links, please see Chapter 4, "Wireless Configuration". 3-8 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 3. LOG IN TO THE DG834GT. Note: Your computer needs to be configured for DHCP. For instructions on configuring for DHCP, please see Appendix C, "Preparing Your Network". a. Connect to the router by typing http://192.168.0.1 in the address field of Internet Explorer or Netscape® Navigator. Figure 3-7: Connect to the router A login window opens as shown below: Figure 3-8: Login window b. When prompted, enter admin for the user name and password for the password, both in lower case letters. After logging in, you will see the menu below. Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-9 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Figure 3-9: Setup Wizard 4. CONNECT TO THE INTERNET The router is now properly attached to your network. You are now ready to configure your router to connect to the Internet. There are two ways you can configure your router to connect to the Internet: a. b. Let the DG834GT auto-detect the type of Internet connection you have and configure it. See "Auto-Detecting Your Internet Connection Type" on page 3-10 for instructions. Manually choose which type of Internet connection you have and configure it. See "Manually Configuring Your Internet Connection" on page 3-15 for instructions. These options are described below. In either case, unless your ISP automatically assigns your configuration automatically via DHCP, you need the configuration parameters from your ISP you recorded in "Record Your Internet Connection Information" on page 3-3. Auto-Detecting Your Internet Connection Type The Web Configuration Manager built in to the router contains a Setup Wizard that can automatically determine your network connection type. 1. If your router has not yet been configured, the Setup Wizard shown in Figure 3-9 should launch automatically. 3-10 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Note: If instead of the Setup Wizard menu, the main menu of the router's Configuration Manager as shown in Figure 3-15 appears, click the Setup Wizard link in the upper left to bring up this menu. 2. You must select a country and language. Language choices are English, French, German, and Italian. After you change the language, the remaining setup screens change to the language of your choice. Select Yes to allow the router to automatically determine your connection. Click Next. The Setup Wizard will now check for the following connection types: · · · · Dynamic IP assignment A login protocol such as PPPoE or PPPoA Classical IP over ATM (RFC1577) Fixed IP address assignment 3. 4. Next, the Setup Wizard will report which connection type it has discovered, and then display the appropriate configuration page. If the Setup Wizard finds no connection, you will be prompted to check the physical connection between your router and the ADSL line. When the connection is properly made, the router's Internet LED should be on. 5. The ADSL settings for the multiplexing method and VPI/VCI will update with the preset defaults. The multiplexing method preset default settings will usually work. Only change the multiplexing method if you are sure your ISP requires Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) or Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) settings that are different from the default values. Incorrect VPI or VCI settings will prevent you from connecting to the Internet. To change these settings, click the ADSL Settings link on the main menu. See "ADSL Settings" on page 3-20 for more details. The procedures for filling in the configuration page for each type of connection follow below. Wizard-Detected PPPoE Login Account Setup If the Setup Wizard determines that your Internet service account uses a login protocol such as PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE), you will be directed to the PPPoE page shown in Figure 3-10: Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-11 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Figure 3-10: Setup Wizard menu for PPPoE login accounts Enter the PPPoE login user name and password. Wizard-Detected PPPoA Login Account Setup If the Setup Wizard determines that your Internet service account uses a login protocol such as PPP over ATM (PPPoA), you will be directed to the PPPoA page shown in Figure 3-11 below: Figure 3-11: Setup Wizard menu for PPPoA login accounts Enter your login user name and password. These fields are case sensitive. Wizard-Detected Dynamic IP Account Setup If the Setup Wizard determines that your Internet service account uses Dynamic IP assignment, you will be directed to the page shown in Figure 3-12 below: 3-12 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Figure 3-12: Setup Wizard menu for Dynamic IP address Click Apply to set Dynamic IP as the connection method. Wizard-Detected IP Over ATM Account Setup If the Setup Wizard determines that your Internet service account uses IP over ATM Classical IP assignment (RFC1577), you will be directed to the page shown in Figure 3-13 below: Figure 3-13: Setup Wizard menu for IP over ATM (Classical IP) address 1. Enter your assigned IP Address and Subnet Mask. This information should have been provided to you by your ISP. You need the configuration parameters from your ISP you recorded in "Record Your Internet Connection Information" on page 3-3. Enter the IP address of your ISP's Primary DNS Server. If a Secondary DNS Server address is available, enter it also. DNS servers are required to perform the function of translating an Internet name such as www.netgear.com to a numeric IP address. For a fixed IP address configuration, you must obtain DNS server addresses from your ISP and enter them manually here. 2. 3. Click Apply to save the settings. 3-13 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 4. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR Web site does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting". Wizard-Detected Fixed IP (Static) Account Setup If the router determines that your Internet service account uses Fixed IP assignment, you will be directed to the page shown in Figure 3-14 below: Figure 3-14: Setup Wizard menu for Fixed IP address 1. 2. If required, enter the Account Name and Domain Name from your ISP. Choose "Use Static IP Address" or "Use IP Over ATM" (IPoA -- RFC1483 Routed) according to the information from your ISP. If you choose IPoA, the router will be able to detect the gateway IP address but you still need to provide the router IP address. Enter your assigned IP Address, Subnet Mask, and the IP Address of your ISP's gateway router. This information should have been provided to you by your ISP. You need the configuration parameters from your ISP you recorded in "Record Your Internet Connection Information" on page 3-3. Enter the IP address of your ISP's Primary DNS Server. If a Secondary DNS Server address is available, enter it also. DNS servers are required to perform the function of translating an Internet name such as www.netgear.com to a numeric IP address. For a fixed IP address configuration, you must obtain DNS server addresses from your ISP and enter them manually here. 3. 4. 3-14 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 5. 6. Click Apply to save the settings. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR Web site does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting". Testing Your Internet Connection After completing the Internet connection configuration, your can test your Internet connection. Log in to the router, then, from the Basic Settings link in the Setup menu, click the Test button. If the NETGEAR Web site does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting". Your router is now configured to provide Internet access for your network. Your router automatically connects to the Internet when one of your computers requires access. It is not necessary to run a dialer or login application such as Dial-Up Networking or Enternet to connect, log in, or disconnect. These functions are performed by the router as needed. To access the Internet from any computer connected to your router, launch a browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. You should see the router's Internet LED blink, indicating communication to the ISP. The browser should begin to display a Web page. The following chapters describe how to configure the Advanced features of your router, and how to troubleshoot problems that may occur. Manually Configuring Your Internet Connection You can manually configure your router using the menu below, or you can allow the Setup Wizard to determine your configuration as described in the previous section. Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-15 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router ISP Does Not Require Login ISP Does Require Login Figure 3-15: Basic Settings menu How to Perform Manual Configuration We recommend that you start the manual configuration from the Setup Wizard: 1. Select your country and language. Language choices are English, French, German, and Italian. After you change the language, the remaining setup screens change to the language of your choice. Select No to manually configure your router connection. Click Next. Manually configure the router in the Basic Settings menu shown in Figure 3-15. Follow the instructions below according to the encapsulation method and whether your Internet connection requires a login. The following methods are available: · · Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoE Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoA Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 2. 3. 4. 5. 3-16 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router · 6. Internet Connection Does Not Require a Login Usually the default ADSL Settings work fine for most ISPs and you can skip this step. If you have any problems with your connection, check the ADSL Settings. See "ADSL Settings" on page 3-20 for more details. Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoE 1. If your Internet connection does require login, select Yes and fill in the settings according to the instructions below. Note: You will no longer need to launch the ISP's login program on your computer in order to access the Internet. When you start an Internet application, your router automatically logs you in. 2. 3. 4. Choose PPPoE for the encapsulation method. Enter the login name (frequently the email address your ISP provided), password, and service name (if required). If you want to change the login timeout, enter a new value in minutes. This determines how long the router keeps the Internet connection active after there is no Internet activity from the LAN. Entering an Idle Timeout value of zero means never log out. When a connection uses PPPoE, the IP address is normally assigned automatically. However, the DG834GT allows this address to be set manually. · · Select "Get Automatically from ISP" if your ISP assigns your IP address. Select "Use Static IP Address" if your ISP gave you a statically assigned address. 5. 6. The DNS server is used to look up site addresses based on their names. · · Select "Get Automatically from ISP" if your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers. Your ISP will automatically assign this address. Select "Use These DNS Servers" if your ISP gave you one or two DNS addresses. Type the primary and secondary addresses. 7. You should only disable NAT if you are sure you do not require it. NAT automatically assigns private IP addresses (192.168.0.x) to LAN connected devices. When NAT is disabled, only standard routing is performed by this router. Classical routing lets you directly manage the IP addresses the DG834GT uses. Classical routing should be selected only by experienced users. Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-17 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Note: Disabling NAT will reboot the router and reset all the DG834GT configuration settings to the factory default. Disable NAT only if you plan to install the DG834GT in a setting where you will be manually administering the IP address space on the LAN side of the router. Internet Connection Requires Login and Uses PPPoA 1. If your Internet connection does require login, select Yes and fill in the settings according to the instructions below. Note: You will no longer need to launch the ISP's login program on your computer in order to access the Internet. When you start an Internet application, your router automatically logs you in. 2. 3. 4. Choose PPPoA for the encapsulation method. Enter the login name (frequently the email address your ISP provided), and password. If you want to change the login timeout, enter a new value in minutes. This determines how long the router keeps the Internet connection active after there is no Internet activity from the LAN. Entering an Idle Timeout value of zero means never log out. When a connection uses PPPoA, the IP address is normally assigned automatically. However, the DG834GT allows this address to be set manually. · · Select "Get Automatically from ISP" if your ISP assigns your IP address. Select "Use Static IP Address" if your ISP gave you a statically assigned address. 5. 6. The DNS server is used to look up site addresses based on their names. · Select "Get Automatically from ISP" if your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers. Your ISP will automatically assign this address. 7. Select "Use These DNS Servers" if your ISP gave you one or two DNS addresses. Type the primary and secondary addresses.You should only disable NAT if you are sure you do not require it. NAT automatically assigns private IP addresses (192.168.0.x) to LAN connected devices. When NAT is disabled, only standard routing is performed by this router. Classical routing lets you directly manage the IP addresses the DG834GT uses. Classical routing should be selected only by experienced users. Note: Disabling NAT will reboot the router and reset all the DG834GT configuration settings to the factory default. Disable NAT only if you plan to install the DG834GT in a setting where you will be manually administering the IP address space on the LAN side of the router. 3-18 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router Internet Connection Does Note Require A Login 1. 2. 3. If your Internet connection does not require a login, select No and fill in the settings according to the instructions below. Enter your Account Name (may also be called Host Name) and Domain Name. These parameters may be necessary to access your ISP's mail or news servers. Internet IP Address: · · Select "Get Dynamically from ISP" if your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your ISP will automatically assign these addresses. Select "Use Static IP Address" if your ISP has assigned you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address. Enter the IP address that your ISP assigned. Also enter the IP Subnet Mask and the Gateway IP Address. The gateway is the ISP's router to which your router will connect. Select "IP Over ATM (IPoA)" if your ISP uses Classical IP Addresses (RFC1577). Enter the IP address, IP Subnet Mask, and Gateway IP Addresses that your ISP assigned. · 4. Domain Name Server (DNS) Address: · · Select "Get Dynamically from ISP" if your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your ISP will automatically assign this address. If you know that your ISP does not automatically transmit DNS addresses to the router during login, select "Use these DNS servers" and enter the IP address of your ISP's Primary DNS Server. If a Secondary DNS Server address is available, enter it also. A DNS server is a host on the Internet that translates Internet names (such as www.netgear.com) to numeric IP addresses. Typically your ISP transfers the IP address of one or two DNS servers to your router during login. If the ISP does not transfer an address, you must obtain it from the ISP and enter it manually here. 5. You should only disable NAT if you are sure you do not require it. NAT automatically assigns private IP addresses (192.168.0.x) to LAN connected devices. When NAT is disabled, only standard routing is performed by this router. Classical routing lets you directly manage the IP addresses the DG834GT uses. Classical routing should be selected only by experienced users. Note: Disabling NAT will reboot the router and reset all the DG834GT configuration settings to the factory default. Disable NAT only if you plan to install the DG834GT in a setting where you will be manually administering the IP address space on the LAN side of the router Connecting the Router to the Internet August 2004 3-19 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router 6. Router MAC Address: This section determines the Ethernet MAC address that will be used by the router on the Internet port. Some ISPs will register the Ethernet MAC address of the network interface card in your computer when your account is first opened. They will then only accept traffic from the MAC address of that computer. This feature allows your router to masquerade as that computer by "cloning" its MAC address. To change the MAC address, select "Use this Computer's MAC address". The router will then capture and use the MAC address of the computer that you are now using. You must be using the one computer that is allowed by the ISP. Alternatively, select "Use this MAC address" and enter it. 7. 8. Click Apply to save your settings. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR Web site does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 8, "Troubleshooting". ADSL Settings The default settings of your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router will work fine for most ISPs. However, some ISPs use a specific Multiplexing Method and Virtual Circuit Number for the Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI). Note: The correct country must be selected from the Setup Wizard's first page for the default ADSL Settings to work. If your ISP provided you with a specific Multiplexing Method or VPI/VCI number, then fill in the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Select the ADSL Settings link from the main menu. For the Multiplexing Method, select LLC-based or VC-based. Type a number between 0 and 255 for the VPI. The default is 8. Type a number between 1 and 65535 for the VCI. The default is 35. Click Apply. 3-20 August 2004 Connecting the Router to the Internet Chapter 4 Wireless Configuration This chapter describes how to configure the wireless features of your DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router. Considerations for a Wireless Network In planning your wireless network, you should consider the level of security required. You should also select the physical placement of your router in order to maximize the network speed. For further information, refer to Appendix D, "Wireless Networking Basics". To ensure proper compliance and compatibility between similar products in your area, the operating channel and region must be set correctly. Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical placement of the wireless firewall. The latency, data throughput performance, and notebook power consumption also vary depending on your configuration choices. Note: Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or inability to wirelessly connect to the router. For complete range/ performance specifications, please see Appendix A, "Technical Specifications". For best results, place your firewall: · · · · · Near the center of the area in which your computers will operate In an elevated location such as a high shelf where the wirelessly connected computers have line-of-sight access (even if through walls) Away from sources of interference, such as computers, microwaves, and cordless phones With the Antenna tight and in the upright position Away from large metal surfaces Wireless Configuration August 2004 4-1 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security settings and placement. WEP connections can take slightly longer to establish. Also, WEP encryption can consume more battery power on a notebook computer. Implement Appropriate Wireless Security Note: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks at a maximum range of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside of your immediate area to access your network. Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can extend beyond your walls and can be received by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of your wireless equipment. The DG834GT Super Wireless ADSL Router provides highly effective security features which are covered in detail in this chapter. Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs. DG834GT Wireless Data Security Options Range: Up to 300 Feet 1) Open System: Easy but no security 2) MAC Access List: No data security Servers PCs 3) WEP: Security but some performance impact 4) WPA-PSK Figure 4-1: DG834GT wireless data security options There are several ways you can enhance the security of your wireless network: · Restrict Access Based on MAC Address. You can allow only trusted PCs to connect so that unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the DG834GT. Restricting access by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed. 4-2 August 2004 Wireless Configuration Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router · · Turn Off the Broadcast of the Wireless Network Name SSID. If you disable broadcast of the SSID, only devices that have the correct SSID can connect. This nullifies wireless network `discovery' feature of some products, such as Windows XP, but the data is still exposed. WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. WEP Shared Key authentication and WEP data encryption will block all but the most determined eavesdropper. WPA-PSK. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption provides data security. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame re-keying of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited. · Understanding Wireless Settings To configure the Wireless interface of your router, click the Wireless link in the main menu of the browser interface. The following Wireless Settings menu will appear after WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) under Security Options is subsequently selected: Wireless Configuration August 2004 4-3 Reference Manual for the Model DG834GT 108 Mbps Super Wireless ADSL Router