AOpenRouter 101/201 User's Manual 1 The Federal Communications Commission Statement 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 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 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. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2 Table of Contents THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION STATEMENT ............... 2 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION...................................................................... 4 1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL ....................................................................... 4 1.2 ABOUT AOPENROUTER 101/201............................................................. 5 1.3 FEATURES AND BENEFITS ....................................................................... 5 1.4 APPLICATIONS ....................................................................................... 5 CHAPTER 2 BEFORE YOU START ............................................................. 7 2.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS.............................................................................. 7 2.2 HARDWARE DESCRIPTION ....................................................................... 8 2.2.1 AOpenRouter 101....................................................................... 7 2.2.2 AOpenRouter 201....................................................................... 9 2.3 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS....................................................................... 10 2.4 ISP REQUIREMENTS............................................................................. 11 CHAPTER 3 QUICK INSTALLATION ......................................................... 12 3.1 HARDWARE INSTALLATION .................................................................... 12 3.2 CLIENT-SIDE NETWORK SETTINGS ......................................................... 14 3.3 AOPENROUTER 101/201 SETTINGS ...................................................... 18 3.4 TEST................................................................................................... 20 3.5 SETTING UP OTHER CLIENT STATIONS ..................................................... 20 CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION ............................................ 21 4.1 CONFIGURING BY WEB MANAGEMENT .................................................... 21 4.1.1 Intranet Setting ......................................................................... 21 4.1.2 Modem1 Setting ....................................................................... 23 4.1.3 Modem2 Setting ....................................................................... 28 4.1.4 Dial In Setting ........................................................................... 28 4.1.5 Device Admin Setting ............................................................... 30 4.1.6 Status Monitor .......................................................................... 31 4.2 CONFIGING BY TELNET ......................................................................... 31 4.3 CONFIGURING BY TERMINAL PROGRAM VIA CONSOLE CABLE.................... 33 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................... 36 APPENDIX A APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS................................................................ 38 GLOSSARY.......................................................................... 40 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of AOpenRouter 101/201. This series includes powerful yet simple communication devices for connecting local area network (LAN) to the Internet. For those who want to surf on the Internet with limited cost, AOpenRouter 101/201 products undoubtedly provide the most convenient and economical solution. 1.1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL The User's Manual describes how to set up the connection from LAN to the Internet using AOpenRouter 101/201. This manual assumes that you are familiar with the basic elements of a computer and are interested in detailed or advanced information on the AOpenRouter 101/201. All instructions and examples in this manual are given for the AOpenRouter 101, but also apply to the AOpenRouter 201 product unless specifically noted. It is organized as follows: Chapter Introduction Before you start Quick Installation Advanced Configuration Content Describes AOpenRouter 101/201's features and main applications. Describes the information and environment needed to configure the AOpenRouter 101/201. Describes how to install AOpenRouter 101/201 quickly for ordinary applications. Describes all configuration options for the AOpenRouter 101/201, including configuring the modems and ISP accounts. This chapter also contains a command reference section for procedures such as resetting the server, setting back to defaults, and changing the server password. Lists problems and solutions one may encounter when using the AOpenRouter 101/201. Lists AOpenRouter 101/201's technical specifications as a quick reference. Explains words and phrases in this manual. Troubleshooting Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Glossary 4 1.2 About AOpenRouter 101/201 AOpenRouter 101/201 provides the most Internet access to multiple users by sharing one/two dial-up accounts. The outstanding feature of AOpenRouter 101 is the two-serial-port (AOpenRouter 201 with one built-in modem and one serial-port) design as primary and secondary on-demand or dial-in ports. Modem2 port will be initiated by the system to increase the bandwidth for traffic congestion relief. Modem2 port will disconnect automatically to save cost when the demand for service decreases. If there is no request for accessing the Internet after a period of time, the system will hang up the connection automatically. Simple configuration gets your AOpenRouter 101/201 up and running in minutes. With all these advance technologies, AOpenRouter 101/201 provide a cost effective solution for your networking need. 1.3 Features and Benefits Y Support 28.8/33.6/56K modems, ISDN TAs, and leased-line connections Y Support up to two modem connections simultaneously to boost Internet access bandwidth Y Support Dial-On-Demand and auto-disconnect function to save Internet access cost Y Support PPP/PAP/CHAP authentication protocol for dial-up identification Y Support PPP dial-in connection by using standard dial-up program Y Support DHCP/fixed IP configuration for host IP address assignment Y Easy setup through web browser or Telnet on any operating system that supports TCP/IP Y Compatible with all popular Internet applications Y Firewall to protect internal hosts from outside intruders Y Network connection through the built-in 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Ethernet 1.4 Applications There are several applications for AOpenRouter 101/201, such as: Y Sharing IP Address The AOpenRouter 101/201 provides the most Internet utilization to multiple users by sharing network environment. With only one ISP account, multiple users on your network can have access to Internet simultaneously. Y Internet Access The series supports one or two modem Internet accesses. Users can choose to link either one or two modems based on their needs. Normally, it is more economical to use one modem. Yet, if you require more bandwidth for surfing the Net, using two modems would be faster and more efficient. With proper configuration, the AOpenRouter 101/201 can hook up and 5 drop off the line automatically. Y Remote Access The Modem 2 port of AOpenRouter 101/201 can support dial-in function for remote access. Remote users can dial-in and access interior resources through modem connection. Optional callback function is also provided for the sake of security. Y Virtual Server If you have a fixed IP address, you can setup a virtual host environment. Internet users can access the target host to get the information by using Virtual Host function provided by the unit. Y Security AOpenRouter 101/201 supports firewall security that can deny Internet users from internal resources. It also can filter internal Internet requests that the administrator does not wish to serve. 6 Chapter 2 Before You Start To operate this product, you must have: Y A 80486 or greater processor computer equipped with a 10Base-T or 10/100Base-T Ethernet card Y 16-bit, small-font monitor settings or above are suggested Y TCP/IP network protocol for each PC Y At least one computer for configuration Y UTP network cable with RJ-45 connector Y Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Communicator 4.0 or later browser¡] For Web configuration¡^ Y At least one modem or ISDN terminal adapter Y A dedicated phone line or ISDN line Please verify whether your computer is installed and configured with TCP/IP properly. 2.1 Package Contents In this package, you should find: AopenRouter 101 Router Power Adapter User's Manual RS-232 Configuration Cable (shielded) RS-232 Modem Cable (shielded) RJ-11 Phone Cable 1 1(AC9V,1A) 1 1 2 0 AOpenRouter 201 1 1(AC9V,1A) 1 1 1 1 2.2 Hardware Description 2.2.1 AOpenRouter 101 AopenRouter 101101 AOpenRouter IP Sharing Router Figure 1. Front Panel Description 7 Y Power¡] green¡^ Indicates that there is power to the unit. Y COM1-TxD (green) Indicates the data output activity of COM1 port Y COM1-RxD (green) Indicates the data input activity of COM1 port Y COM2-TxD (green) Indicates the data output activity of COM2 port Y COM2-RxD (green) Indicates the data input activity of COM2 port Y LAN-Col (yellow) Indicates the collision status of 10/100Mbps LAN port Y LAN-Tx (green) Indicates the data output activity of 10/100Mbps LAN port Y LAN-Rx (green) Indicates the data input activity of 10/100Mbps LAN port Figure 2. Rear Panel Description Y COM1 1st RS-232 port connecting with external modem or ISDN-TA Y COM2 2nd RS-232 port connecting with external modem or ISDN-TA Y Node 10/100Mbps LAN port connecting with PC or Mac Y Hub 8 10/100Mbps LAN port connecting with Hub port Y Console RS-232 console port operating at 9600-baud Y AC 9V External AC power adapter input 2.2.2 AOpenRouter 201 AOpenRouter 201 IP Sharing Router Figure 3. Front Panel Description Y Power¡] green¡^ Indicates that there is power to the unit. Y V.90-TxD (green) Indicates the data output activity of V.90 modem Y V.90-RxD (green) Indicates the data input activity of V.90 modem Y V.90-OH (green) Indicates the hook status of V.90 modem Y COM2-TxD (green) Indicates the data output activity of COM2 port Y COM2-RxD (green) Indicates the data input activity of COM2 port Y LAN-Tx (green) Indicates the data output activity of 10/100Mbps LAN port Y LAN-Rx (green) Indicates the data input activity of 10/100Mbps LAN port 9 Figure 4. Rear Panel Description Y LINE V.90 modem RJ-11 for PSTN analog telephone line Y PHONE V.90 modem RJ-11 for external telephone set Y COM2 2nd RS-232 port connecting with external modem or ISDN-TA Y Node 10/100Mbps LAN port connecting with PC or Mac Y Hub 10/100Mbps LAN port connecting with Hub port Y Console RS-232 console port operating at 9600-baud Y AC 9V External AC power adapter input 2.3 System Requirements Y A 80486 or greater processor computer equipped with a 10Base-T or 10/100Base-T Ethernet card Y 16-bit, small-font monitor settings or above are suggested Y TCP/IP network protocol for each PC Y At least one computer for configuration Y UTP network cable with RJ-45 connector Y Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Communicator 4.0 or later browser¡] For Web configuration¡^ Y At least one modem or ISDN terminal adapter Y A dedicated phone line or ISDN line 10 2.4 ISP Requirements Please collect the following information from your ISP before setup: Y ISP authentication type or script (if not PAP/CHAP) Y An ISP account which includes ISP dial-up username and password Y ISP dial-up phone number Y Your ISP's Domain Name Server IP address Y ...