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User Guide
Ethernet Broadband
Router
BR700
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE UNIT MUST NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, ON THE UNIT. CAUTION: TO ENSURE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE, USE ONLY THE PROVIDED POWER AND INTERFACE CABLES. CAUTION: DO NOT OPEN THE UNIT. DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING OTHER THAN THAT CONTAINED IN THE INSTALLATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING INSTRUCTIONS. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERS
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Canadian Compliance This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respects toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. FCC Declaration of Conformity Motorola, Inc., Broadband Communications Sector, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044, 1-215-323-1000, declares under sole responsibility that the WR850G, WE800G, WA840G, WN825G, WPCI810G, and BR700 comply w
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Contents Section 1:Overview _______________________ 1-1 Features ................................................................................................................ 1-2 Understanding Your User Guide......................................................................... 1-3 Box Contents ........................................................................................................ 1-3 Understanding Functions ..........................................................
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CONTENTS Section 3:Configuration ___________________ 3-1 Using the Configuration Utility.............................................................................3-1 Log In..................................................................................................................3-1 Navigation ...........................................................................................................3-2 Help, Restart, and Log Out ...................................................
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Section 1:Overview Congratulations on purchasing the Motorola Ethernet Broadband Router BR700. With this router you have entered the world of convenience and independence. Your router enables you to set up your own private network for your PCs to: access the Internet, share a printer, even participate in online gaming. With a built-in firewall and Network Address Translation (NAT), your Internet connection is robust and secure, giving you the security to use the Internet without fear tha
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SECTION 1 OVERVIEW 4-port Full Duplex 10/100 Ethernet Switch and Router Enables connection of up to 4 PCs. The routing function enables each of your networked PCs to share files and printers as well. Firewall and NAT Protection Protection against Internet intruders is crucial and the built-in Firewall will protect you. Of course, the product also supports Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections through the firewall, allowing you the freedom to connect when you need it. Also supported
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OVERVIEW SECTION 1 Understanding Your User Guide The User Guide is subdivided into the following sections: Overview Provides a general introduction for using your product, the type of technology used, and recommended practices for using it. Installation It is assumed that you will use the Installation Wizard on the CD-ROM to setup your unit. If not, this section provides details on getting your unit up and running. Once you have completed this section, your unit will be active an
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SECTION 1 OVERVIEW Understanding Functions The various technologies and features utilized by your router require some explanation so you can make the correct choices when configuring your router. Router Routers connect two networks together, or in your case, your home network with the Internet (which can be thought of as a very large network). Routers provide bandwidth security by keeping data out of your home network where it does not belong. The routers Firewall inspects each packe
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OVERVIEW SECTION 1 DHCP Server A Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Server assigns IP addresses to clients connected to the router. Client is the general term used to describe any device that connects with your unit. The client (PC, gaming device, etc.) is automatically assigned an IP address every time a device is added to your network, freeing you from manually assigning IP addresses. Simple Home Network Diagram Your router serves as the centerpiece of your network, allowing
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SECTION 1 OVERVIEW Router Physical Description The following sections describe the physical characteristics of your unit. Back of Router The following illustration shows the BR700 back panel: 1 2 4 7 3 5 6 Reset Power LAN 4 32 1 WAN Feature Description 1 Power The receptacle where you plug in the power adapter. 2 Reset A dual-function button. It either resets your unit Button or resets the unit to the default login settings. If the router is experiencing trouble connecting
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OVERVIEW SECTION 1 Feature Description 3-6 LAN These four ports can connect your LAN with Ports 1-4 Ethernet cables. This enables communication among clients, such as PCs or print servers, on the network. The LAN ports support either 10-BASE-T or 100-BASE-T transmission speeds as well as straight-through and crossover Ethernet cables. Any of these four ports can also serve as an uplink port to other network devices, enabling you to extend your network. 7 WAN Connect your modem t
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SECTION 1 OVERVIEW Front of Router The following illustration shows the BR700 front panel: 12 3 Local Network The LEDs of the router indicate its operational status. LED Description The underlined items indicate activity on the network. LED Condition Color Status 1. Power ON Green The device is powered on and operating normally. Blinking Green Firmware update is in progress. Blinking/OFF Red The power LED turns RED as soon as the reset button is depressed. If the reset button
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Section 2:Installation To get your network up and running: ! Setup your hardware. ! Insert the CD-ROM for Product Setup. Follow the prompts. If you prefer to setup the routers software manually, refer to the Manual Software Setup found later in this section. The following sections provide detailed instructions for completing these tasks. Hardware Setup Hardware setup includes: ! Physical Installation: where you physically place your unit. ! Electrical Connection: how to connect the p
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SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Vertical Installation 1 To use the router in a vertical position, insert the router into the supplied base. The routers foot slides snugly into a notch in the base to keep the unit stable. 2 Follow the installation procedures for connecting and configuring the unit. Wall Mount Installation If you mount the router on the wall, you must: ! Locate the unit as specified by the local or national codes governing residential or business communications services. ! F
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INSTALLATION SECTION 2 To mount your router on the wall: 1 Print the Wall Mounting Template. 5.1 [129.5mm] The illustration is drawn at a one-to-one scale, which means that when printed, it provides the exact dimensions required to mount the unit. SECTION 2, INSTALLATION 2-3
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SECTION 2 INSTALLATION 2 Click the Print icon or choose Print from the File menu to display the Print dialog box: Be sure you print the template at 100% scale and that Fit to page is not checked in the Print dialog box. 3 Click OK. 4 Measure the printed template with a ruler to ensure that it is the correct size. 5 Use a center punch to mark the center of the holes on the wall. 6 On the wall, locate the marks for the mounting holes you just made. WARNING! Before drilling holes, c
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INSTALLATION SECTION 2 9 Using a screwdriver, turn each screw until part of it protrudes from the wall, as shown: ! There must be 4.0 mm (.16 inches) between the wall and the underside of the screw head. ! The maximum distance from the wall to the top of the screw head is 7.6 mm (.3 in). 7.6 mm (.3 inches) maximum 10.5 mm (.4 inches) maximum 4.0 mm 10 Remove the two plastic feet, nearest to the LED panel, from the bottom of the router to uncover the keyholes. 11 Place the router so t
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SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Electrical Connection to Router Your router does not have an On/Off power switch and therefore will only be powered on by plugging in the power adapter: Reset LAN Power To power supply 1 Connect the power adapter to the routers Power port, found on the back of the unit. 2 Then plug the power adapter into a grounded and surge protected power outlet. ! The Power LED on the front panel lights green when connected properly. Easy Software Setup Run the Installat
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CUSTOMER S/N:BCDFGHJKLM NP S/ N : PPP PM MYJ JJS SSS SC AA B B CCCC HFC M AC ID: ABCDEF012345 USB CPE M AC ID:ABDC EF012345 ETHERNET USB CABLE INSTALLATION SECTION 2 Connection to Router Reset +12VDC Power LAN 4 32 1 WAN When connecting your PC to the router, your PC must be installed first with an Ethernet adapter. You need two Ethernet cables for this procedure, one cable to connect the router to the modem and one cable to connect a PC to the router. 1 A. If you have been running bro
