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MIH-130A
XRouter Pro
User’s Manual
Networking the future
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Copyright Copyright © 2000 by this company. All rights reserved. No part of this doc- umentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any directive work (such as translation or transformation) without permission from Xsense Connectivity, Inc. Xsense Connectivity, Inc. reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content without obligation among Xsense Connectivity, Inc. to provide noti- fication of such revision or change. All products and thei
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Safety Precautions 1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2. Slots and openings on the device are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. 3. Do not use or store this product in the environment that exceeds temperature and humidity specifications. Do not place this product near a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless adequate ventilation is provided. 4. Before cleaning, unplug this
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Contents 1.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.1 Sharing Internet Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.2 Modems Supported . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.3 Built-in DHCP Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.4 4-Port Switched Ethernet Hub Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 1.5 Easy Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 1.6 Virtual Server
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4.4 Device Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 4.5 Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 4.6 Special APP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 4.7 DMZ (DeMilitarized Zone) Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 4.8 RIP (Routing Information Protocol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 4.9 Static Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 4.10 PPPoE S
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Chapter 1 - INTRODUCTION 1.0 INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the XRouter Pro MIH-130A Internet Sharing Hub. The XRouter Pro functions as an easy-to-use communication device which allows you to connect a local area network (LAN) to the Internet afford- ably. With the XRouter Pro you can get as many as 252 Macintosh or PC users online simultaneously through one cable line or DSL, with one ISP account. The XRouter Pro installs quickly and easily, and best of all, it’s a breeze to use. 1.1 Shar
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Chapter 1 - INTRODUCTION 1.4 4-Port Switched Ethernet Hub Inside In addition to providing Internet sharing capability, the XRouter Pro also functions as an Switched Ethernet Hub, which offers four 10/100 Mbps switched RJ-45 ports that allow you to connect a series of computers to form a small LAN. 1.5 Easy Configuration The XRouter Pro can be configured through a Web browser, and it fea- tures the web-based management for a simple, intuitive set up. 1.6 Virtual Server Internet users can set
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Chapter 2 - BEFORE YOU START 2.0 BEFORE YOU START 2.1 Package Overview Prior to setting up your XRouter Pro, make sure your XRouter Pro pack- age includes the following items: • an XRouter Pro • a power adapter • manual • a Category-5 UTP cable with RJ-45 connectors 2.2 Items Required • an account from an ISP (Internet Service Provider) • a cable line or DSL • a cable modem or DSL modem • additional UTP cables with RJ-45 connectors (for additional comput- ers) 2.3 System Requirements • Comp
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.0 EASY INSTALLATION 3.1 Hardware Installation Prior to connecting the XRouter Pro to LAN, please be certain that your cable or DSL service is active and operating correctly. If you are experi- encing difficulties with the cable or DSL service, please contact the service provider before continuing the installation process. 3.1.1 Connecting the XRouter Pro to Your Modem After verifying that your cable or DSL service is functioning properly, con- nect the cable mo
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.1.2 Connecting Computers to the XRouter Pro When you complete connecting the XRouter Pro to your DSL or cable modem, now you may connect the Macintosh or PC computers in your local area network to the XRouter Pro. Two methods can be implemented for the connection: (1) plugging computers directly into the XRouter Pro, and (2) connecting the XRouter Pro to your LAN hub. Connect Computers Directly to the XRouter Pro NOTE: You will need an Ethernet cable for each add
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION To connect an existing LAN to the XRouter Pro: As an alternative to connecting computers directly into the XRouter Pro’s LAN ports, you can also connect a pre-existing network of the computer to the XRouter Pro by uplinking your network’s central LAN hub to the XRouter Pro’s uplink port. (See Figure 3.1-3) To connect a LAN hub to the XRouter Pro’s uplink port: 1. Set the DIP switch (located on the XRouter Pro’s rear panel just left of the No. 4 LAN port) from “str
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.1.3 Connecting the Power Supply To provide your XRouter Pro with power: 1. Plug the power adapter of the XRouter Pro into an AC power out- let. 2. Plug the other end of the power adapter cable into the power receptacle on the rear panel of the unit. 3. The Power LED on the XRouter Pro’s front panel should be lit immediately. 3.2 Software Configuration 3.2.1 Setting Up TCP/IP Congratulations on installing the XRouter Pro’s hardware! Next we will show you how to
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.3 Windows 95/98 TCP/IP Configuration of Computers 1. Double-click the Control Panel icon in My Computer folder. 2. In the Control Panel, double-click the Network icon. The network interface card (installed on your computer) appears along with the network protocol on the Configuration list. 3. Double-click TCP/IP protocol on the list. If TCP/IP does not appear on the list, you must install the TCP/IP protocol first as illustrated in step 4. Clients with TCP/IP al
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION d. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installa- tion process. Figure 3.3-2 5. After double-clicking the installed TCP/IP protocol, the TCP/IP properties window appears. To automatically assign computer’s TCP/IP, the XRouter Pro’s DHCP server must perform the follow- ing functions: a. Click the IP Address tab from the TCP/IP properties window. b. Select the item Obtain IP address automatically. The XRouter Pro automatically assigns values for the c
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.3.1 Assigning TCP/IP Values Manually If you already have a DHCP server on the network, or if you prefer not to use the XRouter Pro’s DHCP server to assign TCP/IP values automatical- ly, you can input these values manually. To manage computer’s address manually, perform the following functions: (See Figure 3.3-4) 1. Click the IP Address tab from the TCP/IP properties window. 2. In the IP Address field enter “192.168.1.x” where x is any variable of your choice ra
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.4 Mac OS TCP/IP Configuration 1. Open the TCP/IP control panel. 2. In the Connect via menu select the Ethernet interface installed on your computer. 3. In the Configure pull-down menu, select Using DHCP Server to allow the built-in DHCP server of the XRouter Pro to assign an IP address and other TCP/IP configuration information to the client automatically. Do this for every client who needs Internet access through the XRouter Pro. (See Figure 3.4-1) Note: The D
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION To manage computer’s address manually ,perform the following functions: 1. In the Connect via menu select the Ethernet interface installed in your computer. 2. In the Configure menu select Manually. (See Figure 3.4-2) a). In the IP Address field, enter “192.168.1.x” where x is any vari- able of your choice ranging from 2 - 252. Figure 3.4-2 NOTE: No two computers on LAN is allowed to adopt the same IP address or an IP address confict will occur. b). In the Subnet
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 3.4.2 Setting Up the XRouter Pro Through a Web Browser Now that you have completed the configuration of TCP/IP addresses of the client and managing computers, you may begin configuring the XRouter Pro’s Internet settings. This can be done through a standard Web browser (such as Netscape Navigator, Netscape Communicator, or Microsoft Internet Explorer). IMPORTANT: Before you begin, you must find out if your ISP provides one of following IP addressing types: Dynamic
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 2. Type the XRouter Pro's default IP address (192.168.1.1) in the URL field. This is the area where you would normally enter a Web site address such as “www.macsense.com”. 3. Press Enter. The Username and Password window will then appear. 4. Leave the User name field blank and type “admin“ as the default password for the XRouter Pro. You can change the password through a Web management page later. Click OK. (See Figure 3.4-3) Figure 3.4-3 Note: It is recommended to
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Chapter 3 - EASY INSTALLATION 5. The OnePage Setup window now appears. Note that this page is divided into two basic sections: Private IP Address, and Public IP Address. Figure 3.4-5 (See Figure 3.4-5) Host Name: This is an optional section. Some ISPs require a host name in order to be recognized by their systems. Your ISP should provide this if it is needed for the systems. Private IP Address: This section can be used for the changes in XRouter Pro’s internal IP Address. However, we recommen
