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Pocket Wireless Router
(WL-530g for 802.11g/b wireless clients)
User’s Manual
E1700b / Sep 2004
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Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMP
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Copyright Information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Company Address: 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112 General Telephone: +886-2-2894-3447 General Fax: +886-2-2894-7798 Web Site Address: www.asus.com.tw General Email: info@asus.com.tw Technical Support MB/Others (Tel): +886-2-2890-7121 Notebook (Tel): +886-2-2894-3447 Desktop/Server (Tel): +886-2-2890-7123 Networking (Tel): +886-2-2890-7902 Support Fax: +886-2-2890-7698 ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Company Address: 44370 Nobel Dr
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Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These
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Notices FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement In order to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the users authority to ope
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction.......................................................................................... 9 Overview................................................................................................ 9 System Requirements ........................................................................... 9 The Product Package ..................................................................... 10 Features ...................................................................
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Table of Contents Virtual Server vs. DDNS ................................................................. 44 Virtual DMZ ..................................................................................... 45 Basic Config .................................................................................... 46 Internet Firewall ................................................................................... 47 LAN & WAN Filter .................................................................
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Table of Contents 8 ASUS Pocket Wireless Router
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Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the ASUS Wireless Router. The ASUS Wireless Router, WL530g, complies with IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b standards. The 802.11g is as extension to 802.11b (used in majority of wireless LANs today) that broadens 802.11b’s data rates to 54 Mbps within the 2.4 GHz band using OFDM (orthogonal frequency division multiplexing) technology. The 802.11g allows backward compatibility with 802.11b devices but only at 11 Mbps or lower, dep
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1. Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction The Product Package Each ASUS 802.11g Wireless Router comes with: • One ASUS 802.11g Wireless Router • One ASUS Wireless Router Quick Start Guide • One power adapter (5 Volts DC, 2 Amp) • One support CD (utilities and user’s manual) • One RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through) 10 ASUS Pocket Wireless Router
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Features The WL530g Wireless Router features include: • Wireless Connectivity And Protect Compatibility. WL-530g Wireless Router enables fastest 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g wireless transmission and keep compatibility with existing IEEE 802.11b devices. WL-530g Wireless Router complies with IEEE 802.11b standard. • Secure wireless connectivity. The integrated Wireless Access Point with WPA authentication and encryption functionality allows the wireless router to link a broadban
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1. Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction The ASUS Wireless Family The ASUS Wireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for 802.11g & 802.11b wireless local area networks in the home or office. Access Point or Client The ASUS WLAN 802.11g The ASUS 3 in 1 Access Point (WL-300g) creates Pocket Access Point a wireless network using the (WL-330g) creates a IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b wireless network wireless standards. using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. Access Point & Router
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802.11g 54Mbps Chapter 1 - Introduction PCI Client The ASUS WLAN PCI Card (WL- 138g) is a wireless LAN adapter that fits into a standard PCI slot in a desktop PC and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards. USB Access Point or Client USB Client The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-160g) creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.11g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity. The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter (WL-167g) is thumb-
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1. Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Network Topology The settings that you need to perform will vary depending on the role that your ASUS Wireless Router will play. Network Backbone No software setting is necessary in the ASUS Wireless Router. Wireless ASUS Wireless Router LAN Wireless Client Wireless Client Wired Client In this topology, the wireless router connects your wired and wireless devices together to form a local area network (LAN), as shown. To connect a computer (or other device
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Agent to an ISP Internet Internet Service Provider ADSL or Cable Modem WAN Wireless Client Wireless Wireless Client ASUS Wireless Router LAN WAN Port (Side) Wired Client In this topology, the wireless router is not only a backbone of your LAN but also an agent to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You may use an ADSL or Cable modem to communicate with your ISP. Connect the LAN port on the modem with the WAN port at the back of the ASUS Wireless Router using a network
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1. Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Agent to Another Network Network Backbone WAN Wireless ASUS Wireless Router WAN Port (Side) LAN Wireless Client Wireless Client Wired Client In this topology, the wireless router is an agent between your LAN and another network. Use a network cable with one end connected to the WAN port on the wireless router and the other to the other network as shown above. 16 ASUS Pocket Wireless Router
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Chapter 1 - Introduction LED Indicators The LEDs on the front of the ASUS Wireless Router display the status of the ASUS Wireless Router. AIR PWR ETH LAN Port LEDs PWR (Power) Off No power On System ready Flashing Firmware upgrade failed AIR (Wireless Network) Off No power On Wireless system ready Flashing Transmitting or receiving data (wireless) ETH (Ethernet) Off No power On Has physical connection to an Ethernet network Flashing Slow: Link is not active or cable not attached Flashing Transmi
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2. Installation Chapter 2 - Installation 2. Installation Procedure Follow these steps to install the ASUS Wireless Router. 1. Determine the best location for the ASUS Wireless Router. Keep in mind the following considerations: • The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the ASUS Wireless Router to the network must not exceed 100 meters. • Try to place the ASUS Wireless Router on a flat, sturdy surface as far from the ground as possible, such as on top of a desk or book- case, keeping clear
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Chapter 2 - Installation Warning: Use the ASUS Wireless Router only with the power adapter supplied in the product package. Using another power supply may damage the ASUS Wireless Router. ASUS Pocket Wireless Router 19 2. Installation
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3. Utilities Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3. Software Configuration Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router The ASUS Wireless Router can be configured to meet various usage scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however, others may need changing. Prior to using the ASUS Wireless Router, you must check the basic settings to guarantee it will work in your environment. Configuring the ASUS Wireless Router is done through a web browser. You need a Notebook PC or desk
