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LevelOne
FBR-1416
4-port 10/100 Mbps ADSL Modem Router
User’s Manual
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Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................. 1 FBR-1416 Features............................................................................................................ 1 Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 3 Physical Details.....................................................................................
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APPENDIX A TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................ 69 Overview .......................................................................................................................... 69 General Problems............................................................................................................ 69 Internet Access..........................................................................................................
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Chapter 1 Introduction 1 This Chapter provides an overview of the FBR-1416's features and capabili- ties. Congratulations on the purchase of your new FBR-1416. The FBR-1416 is a multi-function device providing the following services: • Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users. • 4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections. Figure 1: FBR-1416 FBR-1416 Features The FBR-1416 incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisti- cated funct
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FBR-1416 User Guide Advanced Internet Functions • Application Level Gateways (ALGs). Applications which use non-standard connec- tions or port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally. • Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your LAN. The required setup is quick and easy. • URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesi
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Introduction width and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The FBR-1416 in- corporates protection against DoS attacks. Package Contents The following items should be included: • The FBR-1416 Unit • 1 Cat-5 Ethernet (LAN) cable • 1 RJ-11 (ADSL) cable • Power Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD-ROM containing the on-line manual. If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately. 3
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FBR-1416 User Guide Physical Details Front-mounted LEDs Figure 2: Front Panel Power LED On - Power on. (Green) Off - No power. Status LED Off - Normal operation. (Yellow) Blinking - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware Up- grade. LAN For each port, there are 2 LEDs, to indicate the connection speed (10BaseT or 100BaseT) of each port. • 100BT - This will be ON if the LAN connection is using 100BaseT, and Blinking if data is being transferred via the correspond
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Introduction Rear Panel Figure 3: Rear Panel Power port Connect the supplied power adapter here. 10/100BaseT Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to these ports. LAN connections Note: Any LAN port on the FBR-1416 will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when required. Just connect any port to a normal port on the other hub, using a standard LAN cable. Reset Button This button will reset the FBR-1416 to the factory default values. (Reset to Defaults
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Chapter 2 Installation 2 This Chapter covers the physical installation of the FBR-1416. Requirements • Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors. • TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs. • For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and a DSL connection. Procedure Figure 4: Installation Diagram 1. Choose an Installation Site Select a suitable place on the network to install the FBR-1416. 2. Connect LAN Cables Use
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Installation 4. Power Up Connect the supplied power adapter to the FBR-1416 and power up. Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage 5. Check the LEDs • The Power LED should be ON. • The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on or blinking after 60 seconds, there is a hardware error. • , there is a hardware error. • For each LAN (PC) connection, one of the LAN LEDs should be ON (provided the PC is also ON.) • The WLAN LED should
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Chapter 3 Setup 3 This Chapter provides Setup details of the FBR-1416. Overview This chapter describes the setup procedure for: • Internet Access • LAN configuration • Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data. PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration. For details, see Chapter 4 - PC Con- figuration. Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the FBR-1416 you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed ins
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Setup Configuration Program The FBR-1416 contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it, using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript. The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers: • Netscape V4.08 or later • Netscape 7 • Internet Explorer V5.01 or later Preparation Before attempting to configure the FBR-1416, please ensure that: • Your PC can establish a physical connection to the FBR-1416. The PC and the FBR-1416
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FBR-1416 User Guide If you can't connect If the FBR-1416 does not respond, check the following: • The FBR-1416 is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is powered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command: • Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window. • Enter the command: ping 192.168.0.1 If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your PC's IP address is not compatible with the FBR-1416's IP Address. (See next item.) • If
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Setup Static (Fixed) Your ISP allocates a permanent a) ADSL parameters (VPI and IP Address IP Address to you. VCI) may be required, if they Usually, the connection is "Al- cannot be detected automatically. ways on". b) IP Address allocated to you, and related information, such as Network Mask, Gateway IP address, and DNS address. PPPoE, PPPoA You connect to the ISP only when a) ADSL parameters (VPI and required. The IP address is VCI) may be required, if they usually allocated automa
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FBR-1416 User Guide Home Screen After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future, you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below. Figure 5: Home Screen Main Menu The main menu, on the left, contains links to the most-commonly used screen. To see the links to the other available screens, click "Advanced" or "Administration". The main menu also contains two (2) buttons: • Log Out - When finished, you should click th
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Setup Mode Screen Use the Mode link on the main menu to reach the Mode screen. An example screen is shown below. Figure 6: LAN Screen Data - Mode Screen Device Mode Device Name This field displays the current name of this device. Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class "C") networks. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN segment to which the WBR-3407 is attached (the same value as the PCs on that LAN segment). Device Mode Select the de
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FBR-1416 User Guide LAN Screen Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen An example screen is shown below. Figure 7: LAN Screen Data - LAN Screen TCP/IP IP Address IP address for the FBR-1416, as seen from the local LAN. Use the default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP Address from within the range used by your LAN. Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standa
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Setup • The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots). • The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as allocating an IP Address. • The FBR-1416 can act as a DHCP server. • Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP client. This is the default Windows setting for the TCP/IP network protocol. However, Windows uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of "DHCP Client". • You must NOT ha
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FBR-1416 User Guide Password Screen The password screen allows you to assign a password to the FBR-1416. Figure 8: Password Screen Old Password Enter the existing password in this field. New password Enter the new password here. Verify password Re-enter the new password here. You will be prompted for the password when you connect, as shown below. Figure 9: Password Dialog • The "User Name" is always admin • Enter the password for the FBR-1416, as set on the Password screen abo
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Chapter 4 PC Configuration 4 This Chapter details the PC Configuration required on the local ("Internal") LAN. Overview For each PC, the following may need to be configured: • TCP/IP network settings • Internet Access configuration Windows Clients This section describes how to configure Windows clients for Internet access via the FBR-1416. The first step is to check the PC's TCP/IP settings. The FBR-1416 uses the TCP/IP network protocol for all functions, so it is essential that t
