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OfficeConnect®
ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Router
User Guide
Model WL-553
3CRWDR200A-75
3CRWDR200B-75
http://www.3com.com/
Part No. 10015251 Rev. AB
Published August 2008
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3Com Corporation Copyright © 2008, 3Com Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or 350 Campus Drive adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Corporation. Marlborough, MA 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time USA 01752-3064 to time without obligation on the part of 3Com Corpora
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CONTENTS ABOUT THIS GUIDE Naming Convention 9 Conventions 9 Related Documentation 10 1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Router 11 Firewall Router Advantages 13 Package Contents 13 Minimum System and Component Requirements 14 Front Panel 14 Rear Panel 16 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction 19 Safety Information 19 Positioning the Router 19 Using the Rubber Feet 20 Stacking the Router 20 Wall Mounting 20 Before you Install your Router 21 Powering Up the Rout
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Windows 95/98/ME 27 Macintosh 28 Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software 28 Disabling Web Proxy 29 4 RUNNING THE SETUP WIZARD Accessing the Wizard 31 Welcome 33 Password 34 Time Zone 35 WAN Settings 36 LAN Settings 41 DHCP 41 Wireless Settings 42 Summary 44 5 ROUTER CONFIGURATION Navigating Through the Router Configuration Pages 45 Main Menu 45 Option Tabs 46 Welcome Screen 46 Notice Board 46 Password 47 Wizard 48 LAN Settings 48 Unit Configuration 48 Static DHCP Assignment 50 DHCP Lease Table
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Firewall 66 Virtual Servers 66 Special Applications 68 DMZ 69 SPI 70 PC Privileges 71 Schedule Rules 72 Content Filter 73 URL Filter 74 System Tools 76 Restart 77 Time Zone 78 Configuration 79 Upgrade 80 Advanced 81 Static Route 81 RIP 81 DDNS 82 Quality of Service 84 Proxy ARP 84 IPSec 85 Port Mapping 87 Management 88 Syslog 88 SNMP 89 UPnP 90 Trusted Station 91 Remote Management 92 Utility 92 Diagnostics 93 Device Info 94 Summary 95 WAN 95 Statistics 96 Route 97 ARP 97 Support/Feedback 98 Supp
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Support 98 Feedback 99 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Connection Checks 101 Browsing to the Router Configuration Screens 101 Connecting to the Internet 102 Forgotten Password and Reset to Factory Defaults 102 Wireless Networking 103 Power LED or Power Adapter OK LED Not Lit 105 Replacement Power Adapters 105 Alert LED 106 Recovering from Corrupted Software 106 Frequently Asked Questions 107 3Com Warranty and Support Services 108 A USING DISCOVERY Running the Discovery Application 111 Windows Installati
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Cable Specifications 119 D SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information 121 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 122 Consignes importantes de sécurité 123 E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT GLOSSARY INDEX REGULATORY NOTICES Regulatory Information 137 CAUTION: EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY RADIATION. 137 US - Radio Frequency Requirements 138 USA-FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) 138 MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 139 CANADA – INDUSTR YCANADA (IC) 139 INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) EMISSIONS CO
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide describes how to install and configure the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Router (3CRWDR200A-75 and 3CRWDR200B-75). This guide is intended for use by those responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks) and Internet Router systems. If a release note is shipped with the OfficeConnect ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Router and contains information tha
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10 CHAPTER : ABOUT THIS GUIDE Table 1 Notice Icons Icon Notice Type Description Caution Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or potential damage to an application, system, or device. Warning Information that alerts you to potential personal injury. Table 2 Text Conventions Convention Description The words “enter” When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type and “type” something, and then press Return or Enter. Do not press Return or Enter when an instructio
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INTRODUCING THE ROUTER 1 Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com®. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. Computer networks have proved to be one of the fastest modes of communication but, until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed all this, bringing networks to the small office. The products that compose the OfficeConnect range give you, the small of
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12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER Figure 1 Example Network Without a Firewall Router When you use the Firewall Router in your network (Figure 2), it becomes your connection to the Internet. Connections can be made directly to the Router, or to an OfficeConnect Switch or Hub, expanding the number of computers you can have in your network. Figure 2 Example Network Using a ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Router
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Firewall Router Advantages 13 Firewall Router The advantages of the Firewall ADSL Wireless 108Mbps 11g Firewall Advantages Router include: ■ Shared Internet connection for both wired and wireless computers ■ High speed 802.11g wireless networking ■ No need for a dedicated, “always on” computer serving as your Internet connection ■ Cross-platform operation for compatibility with Windows, Unix and Macintosh computers ■ Easy-to-use, Web-based setup and configuration ■ Provides centralization of
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14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER ■ One Warranty Flyer If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact your retailer. Minimum System Your Router requires that the computer(s) and components in your and Component network be configured with at least the following: Requirements ■ A computer with an operating system that supports TCP/IP networking protocols (for example Windows 95/98/NT/Me/2000/XP, Unix, Mac OS 8.5 or higher). ■ An Ethernet 10Mbps or 10/100/1000 Mbps NIC for each
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Front Panel 15 ■ The Router has just been started up and is running a self-test routine, or ■ The administrator has invoked the Reset to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the process of being upgraded In each of these cases, wait until the Router has completed the current operation and the alert LED is Off. Flashing slowly — The Router has completed the Reset to Factory Defaults process, and is waiting for you to reset the unit. To do this, remove power, wait 10 seco
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16 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER The LED lights up and stays on when the connection between ADSL service and the Router is OK. If the LED is off, nothing is connected or there is a problem (refer to Chapter 6 “Troubleshooting”). 6 Data DSL Status LED If the LED is flashing, the link is OK and data is being transmitted or received over the internet. If the LED is off this can also indicate the login has failed on a PPPoE or PPPoA ADSL connection The Sync DSL LED and Data DSL LED are excel
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Rear Panel 17 Only use the power adapter supplied with this Router. Do not use any other adapter. 10 Power Adapter OK LED Green Indicates that the power adapter is supplying power to the Router. If the LED is off, there may be a problem with the power adapter or adapter cable. 11 Reset Button Press this button to reset your Router to factory default. 12 Four 10/100 LAN ports Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect your Router to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has an
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18 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2 Introduction This chapter will guide you through a basic installation of the Router, including: ■ Connecting the Router to the Internet. ■ Connecting the Router to your network. ■ Setting up your computers for networking with the Router. Safety Information WARNING: Please read the “Safety Information” section in Appendix D before you start. VORSICHT: Bitte lesen Sie den Abschnitt “Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise” sorgfältig durch, bevor Sie das Gerät einschalten. AVERTISS
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20 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION When positioning your Router, ensure: ■ It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat. ■ Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers. ■ Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the unit. ■ Air flow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the case is not restricted. 3Com recommends you provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) clea
