MIH-130A
XRouter Pro
User’s Manual
Networking the future
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 product from wall outlet. Do not use
liquid cleansers or aerosol cleansers. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
5. Do not place cords or cables where they may be walked on or
tripped over.
6. Be sure to comply with any applicable local safety standards or
regulations.
7. General purpose cables are provided with this product. The use of
any other cables or requirements mandated by local authority is
user’s responsibility.
8. Cables attached to devices in different locations with different
power sources and grounding may cause hazardous voltage.
Consult a qualified electronic consultant before installing the prod-
uct to check if this phenomenon exists and, if necessary, take cor-
rective action.
9. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
line has been disconnected.
10. Avoid using telephone equipment or installing the product
during an electrical storm.
11. Never install this product, or any kind of telephone jacks, lines,
network cables, and power connections in wet locations.
12. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.7 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.8 NAT (Network Address Translation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2.0 BEFORE YOU START . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.1 Package Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.2 Items Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2.3 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3.0 EASY INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3.1 Hardware Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3.1.1 Connecting the XRouter Pro to Your Modem . . . . . . .4
3.1.2 Connecting Computers to the XRouter Pro . . . . . . . .5
3.1.3 Connecting the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.2 Software Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.2.1 Setting Up TCP/IP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
3.3 Windows 95/98 TCP/IP Configuration of Computers . . . .7
3.3.1 Assigning TCP/IP Values Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
3.4 Mac OS TCP/IP Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3.4.1 Assigning TCP/IP Values Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.4.2 Setting Up the XRouter Pro Through a Web Browser12
4.0 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.1 DHCP Server Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.2 Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.2.1 URL Access Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.2.2 IP Access Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
4.3 Virtual Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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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 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
4.11 Firmware Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
APPENDIX A - Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
APPENDIX B - Hardware Description . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Rear Panel Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
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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 Sharing Internet Access
The XRouter Pro provides high-speed Internet access to multiple users by
splitting the bandwidth from a cable line or from DSL (Digital Subscriber
Line) into tiny portions and routing these bandwidth “slices” to almost
every Internet users. The fewer the number of users be online at the same
time, the faster the information they receive via internet. Internet users on
different nodes are not limited to access to the same Web pages. Each
node functions independently from the other nodes connected to the
XRouter Pro.
1.2 Modems Supported
The XRouter Pro supports both cable modems and DSL modems. It has
one WAN (Wide Area Network) port to connect itself to a cable modem or
a DSL modem. This provides more than enough bandwidth to accommo-
date the needs of even large groups of Internet users.
1.3 Built-in DHCP Server
The XRouter Pro’s built-in DHCP Server dramatically reduces the amount
of efforts needed for configuration and maintenance by allowing you to
automatically configure the TCP/IP setting over a local area network.
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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 up an in-house web server, such as WWW or FTP,
through the XRouter Pro’s Virtual Server mapping function. The Virtual
Server allows you to select a particular computer within the network for
responding to outside Internet requests.
1.7 Security
The XRouter Pro provides firewall-like security through NAT (Network
Address Translation) to prevent unauthorized Internet users from access-
ing internal files. It can also filter out Internet requests from certain nodes
on a local network for administrative purposes.
1.8 NAT (Network Address Translation)
The MIH-130A features NAT (Network Address Translation) as a means of
translating private IP addresses into a global IP address. NAT masks local
IP addresses to the outside world, allowing a group of Internet users to
share a single ISP account. (No separate account is needed for each
users)
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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
• Computer equipped with 10 BASE-T Ethernet connection inter face
to support TCP/IP protocol
• Windows 95/98/2000, Windows NT 4.0 or that of later versions
• Mac OS 7.5.3 or later versions
• Netscape Communicator 4.0 or above (Microsoft Internet Explorer
4.0 or later versions is necessary for Web configuration.
Note: For future firmware upgrades, one of the operating systems listed
above is needed.
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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 modem or DSL modem to the XRouter Pro by following the
instructions below:
1. Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the computer that is currently
connected to the DSL or cable modem if you have not done so.
2. Plug the RJ-45 connector from this cable into the WAN (Wide Area
Network) port on the back panel of the XRouter Pro.
(See Figure 3.1-1)
3. Leave the other end of this Ethernet cable connected to the DSL
modem or cable modem.
Figure 3.1-1
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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 additional computer con-
necting to the XRouter Pro.
1. Plug one RJ-45 connector (of a standard twisted-pair Ethernet
cable) to the Ethernet port on your computer.
2. Plug the other end of this cable to one of the XRouter Pro’s four
LAN ports (located on the left side of the XRouter Pro’s rear panel.
Refer to Figure 3.1.1)
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each computer you wish to provide
Internet access to until all four XRouter Pro LAN ports are filled.
NOTE: To connect more than four computers to the XRouter Pro, simply plug
additional computers into a network hub and plug this hub into the XRouter
Pro’s uplink port. Read below for further instructions.
Switch to right for
normal mode
Switch to left for
crossover mode
Figure 3.1.2
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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 “straight” to “crossover” mode.
(See Figure 3.1-2)
2. Plug one RJ-45 connector (of a standard twisted-pair Ethernet
cable) to the XRouter Pro’s No. 4 LAN port.
3. Plug the other end of this Ethernet cable into an available port on
the network hub.
NOTE: Multiple network hubs can be connected to the XRouter Pro’s LAN
ports No.1-3 if these hubs are equipped with uplink ports. By daisy-chaining
a series of hubs, you can connect up to 252 users to the XRouter Pro.
Figure 3.1-3
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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 enable communication between the XRouter Pro and its
managing and client computers.
Part of the process of enabling communication involves setting the IP
addresses for the computer. It will manage directly the XRouter Pro’s
operations and the client computers which receive the Internet access
from. These computers must have their IP addresses configured such that
they share the same subnet numbering scheme as does the XRouter
Pro’s default IP address. We will explain this in more detail later in the
chapter.
Configuring the IP addresses is a simple task that can be performed
through your computer’s control panel. We have provided instructions for
the configuration process for both Macintosh and PC users. Find the
appropriate set of instructions in the following pages.
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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 already installed may skip
to step 5.
Figure 3.3-1
4. To install the TCP/IP protocol: (See Figure 3.3-1)
a. Keep your copy of Windows 95/98 CD-ROM on hand. (You will
need it for this installation.)
b. Click the Add button from the Configuration list of the Network
window. A new window appears.
c. Double-click Protocol. Then, in the Select Network Protocol
window, choose Microsoft on the Manufacturers list, and select
TCP/IP on the right side of the list. (See Figure 3.3-2)
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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 computer’s
Gateway, DNS Configuration, and IP Address.
(See Figure 3.3-3)
Figure 3.3-3
6. After specifying the settings of TCP/IP click OK and restart
Windows to allow the settings to take effect.
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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 ranging from 2 - 252. Enter “255.255.255.0” in the
Subnet Mask field.
NOTE: No two computers on the LAN is allowed to adopt the same IP
address or an IP address conflict will occur.
3. Click the DNS tab and enter the DNS IP addresses provided by
your ISP in the DNS fields.
4. Click the Gateway tab and enter a value in the Gateway IP
address field. The Gateway IP address value must be thesame as
the XRouter Pro's IP address. (the XRouter Pro’s default IP
address is 192.168.1.1).
Figure 3.3-4
5. After specifying the settings of TCP/IP click OK and restart
Windows to allow the set up to take effect.
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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 DHCP Client ID field does not require to connect to the XRouter
Pro. It is normally used to identify computers in a DHCP network. If you
desire to input the name of computer in this field, you may.
4. Close the TCP/IP window and save the changes.
Figure 3.4-1
3.4.1 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.
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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 Mask field enter “255.255.255.0”.
c). In the Router Address field enter “192.168.1.1”, the XRouter
Pro’s default address.
d). In the Name Server Address field enter the DNS information
provided by your ISP. In the Search Domains field enter the
domain information provided by your ISP.
e). Close the TCP/IP window and save the changes.
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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 with PPPoE: If your service is dynamic addressing with PPPoE sup-
port, you do not need to follow the instructions below. However,you will need to
proceed to the PPPoE Settings section in the Advanced Configuration section of
this manual.
Dynamic: If the service is dynamic, you do not need to follow the instructions
below because the XRouter Pro automatically configures the TCP/IP information
provided by your ISP (you should already have Internet access.) Now you are
done installing the XRouter Pro and can begin accessing the Internet from any of
the client computers.
NOTE: The ISPs require the use of a MAC address (hardware address of a
network device) for service connection. Then you will need to contact to the
service provider and inform them the Public MAC address of your XRouter
Pro. It can be found on the OnePage Setup of the XRouter Pro. To access
the XRouter Pro’s OnePage Setup screen, follow the instructions below.
Static with PPPoE: If the ISP has provided a static IP address or if you would like
to make further changes to the advanced features, you will need to enter the Web-
based configuration described below to configure the static IP address provided by
your ISP. You will also need to use the PPPoE Settings section in the Advanced
Configuration section of this manual.
Static: If your ISP has provided a Static IP address or if you would like to make
further changes to the advanced features, you will need to enter the web-based
configuration described below to configure the static IP address provided by your
ISP.
Enter the Web-based configuration
1. Launch the Web browser.
NOTE: Netscape Communicator 4.0, Internet Explorer 4.0 or above is neces-
sary for configuring the XRouter Pro.)
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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 change the default “admin” password of your
XRouter Pro for security purpose. This can be done in the “Device Admin”
page of the web based configuration of the XRouter Pro. For more informa-
tion ont the “Device Admin” please refer to the Advance Configuration sec-
tion on this manual.
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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 recommend that you do not alter the default IP
address “192.168.1.1” unless some modifications are necessary to be made for
your network environment.
Public IP Address: This section can be used to manually enter IP address infor-
mation provided by your ISP. You will not need to make any changes to the default
values in this section if the ISP automatically assigns IP addresses. However, if it
provides you with a static IP address, you will need to enter this information by fol-
lowing the instructions below.
To make changes to the Public IP Address fields:
1. Select Specify an IP Address.
2. Enter the static IP address provided by your ISP in the field locat-
ed immediately to the right of Specify an IP Address.
3. Enter the Public Subnet Mask provided by your ISP.
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4. In the Default Gateway IP Address field, enter the information pro-
vided by your ISP. Note that it may refer to “Gateway / Router IP
Address.” Also note that this number is not the same as the IP
Address value that you have entered in step 2.
5. Enter the DNS information provided by your ISP in the Domain
Name Server fields. It should provide at least two unique DNS
numbers.
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4.0 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION
Please refer to the previous chapter on how to enter the Web
Management page of the XRouter Pro. The Advanced Menu contains mini
sub-menus including DHCP Settings, Access Control, Virtual Server,
Device Admin, Status Monitor, DMZ Host, RIP, Static Routing and
PPPoE.
4.1 DHCP Server Settings
To alter the starting IP Address range, the number of users are automati-
cally assigned to IP addresses on the LAN. To disable the DHCP server,
enter the DHCP Settings page to make changes. (See Figure 4.1-1)
Fi gure 4.1-1
4.2 Access Control
The Access Control page contains two sub pages: URL Access Setting
and IP Access Setting. By default the URL Access sub page should
appear. Click the IP Access Setting Link located on top to view the IP
Access Setting sub page.
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4.2.1 URL Access Setting
The URL Access Setting page in the XRouter Pro blocks/allows specific
web sites on the LAN when enables. For example, if you choose to stop
use the Access Control page to block URL access to this site.
Figure 4.2-1
To Enable or Disable the URL access feature of the XRouter Pro, select
either Enable or Disable from the URL Access Limit button.
To block access to a web site, select Block from Website Access buttons,
then type in the specific URL in one of the Site fields. (See Figure 4.2-1)
“www.yahoo.com” into one of the Site fields. All other web sites would still
be accessible.
To only allow access to specific web sites, select Allow from the Website
Access buttons, then type in the specific URL in one of the Site fields. For
one of the Site fields. By using the Allow feature, the only web sites
entered into the fields will be allowed to access. All other web sites will be
blocked.
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4.2.2 IP Access Setting
The IP Access Setting page in the XRouter Pro can block a user defined
IP range from accessing specified ports. This feature is useful when block-
ing Internet services that you do not desire on your network.
(See Figure 4.2-2)
Figure 4.2-2
The IP Access Setting sub page contains four sections. To enable the IP
Access Setting feature, you must enter information into the following sec-
tions:
Filter Group (1-5)/LAN IP Range: In this section, you will need to input the range
of LAN IP addresses for which access needs to be blocked. You can have up to 5
Filter Groups.
NOTE: The IP Range of one Filter Group can not overwrite the IP Range of
another Filter Group.
Protocol Type: In this section, you will need to select the type of protocol that
needs to be blocked from the pop -up menu. The choices are TCP, UDP, or
Both. If you are uncertain about the type needs to be blocked, select Both from
the menu.
Blocked Port No: In this section, you will need to enter the individual port num-
bers to be blocked. Up to 5 individual ports maybe be entered in this section for
the given IP Range.
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NOTE: Complete Internet access can be blocked in an IP Range by entering
“1” in the first Blocked Port No. field.
Blocked Port Range : In this section, you will need to enter the range of ports
that need to be blocked.
NOTE: The Blocked Port No. and Blocked Port Range section can be operat-
ed simultaneously.
Below is an example of what you shoud type into the IP Access Setting
page when blocking web browsing access to specific range of IP address-
es on a network.
Filter Group (1-5)/LAN IP Range: 100-150
Protocol Type: TCP
Blocked Port No: 80
Blocked Port Range: 0 - 0
The example above would effectively block web browsing to any user’s
computer which has an IP address in the range of 192.168.1.100 -
192.168.1.150.
4.3 Virtual Server
It is possible to set up your own Web, FTP, or other type of server on the
network from a remote access. External internet users may enter the
WAN IP address that has been assigned by your ISP. The XRouter Pro
will redirect this request to the specified internal hidden IP address of the
TCP port .
NOTE: It will be much more convenient to obtain a fixed address from your
ISP. Failure to do so will result in having assigned a different IP address
every time the connection to the ISP is reset.)
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For example, if you set up the TCP port 80 (HTTP: Hypertext Transfer
Protocol) to be redirected to the IP address"192.168.1.2" on the Virtual
Server setting, the request from the external Internet user via HTTP proto-
col (i.e. acquire Web page from browser) will be transferred through the
XRouter Pro to the computer with the IP address "192.168.1.2" on your
local network. (See Figure 4.3-1)
Figure 4.3-1
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4.4 Device Administration
This page displays information on the firmware version of the XRouter
Pro. You can also change the password, reset the device, disable, or
enable external administrative access to the web based configuration of
the XRouter Pro, block WAN port scanning and WAN ping responses.
(See Figure 4.4-1)
Figure 4.4-1
Block WAN Port Scanning: to block or allow external port scanning of the
XRouter Pro, select Yes or No and then click Apply.
Block WAN Ping Response: to block or allow external pinging of the WAN IP of
your XRouter Pro, select Enable or Disable and then click Apply.
Restore the XRouter Pro’s factory original defaults: select Yes and then click
Apply.
External Admin Access: to enable or disable external admin access to the
XRouter Pro, select Enable or Disable.
NOTE: IT is recommended to change the default “admin” password of your
XRouter Pro for the security purpose. This is especially recommend if you
intend to administer the router from outside your network and enable the
External Admin feature.
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4.5 Status Monitor
The status monitor provides information on the working status of the
XRouter Pro. It contains the connection information for the WAN side of
the router. The term WAN (Wide Area Network) refers to the connection
going to the ISP.
For a Static or Dynamic IP Address using PPPoE: (See Figure 4.5-1)
Figure 4.5-1
DHCP Clients Table: This allows you to view the DHCP clients on the LAN side
of the router.
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Statistics: This allows you to view the general traffic on the route, and to display
the IP address as well as the number of packets translated for each client.
For a Static or Dynamic IP Address without PPPoE: (See FIgure 4.5-2)
Figure 4.5-2
DHCP Release: This allows you to release the IP address given by your ISP.
DHCP Renew: This allows you to get a new IP address from your ISP.
DHCP Clients Table: This allows you to view DHCP clients on the LAN side of
the router.
Statistics: This allows you to view general traffic on the router, display the IP
address and the number of packets being translated.
Note: The screens shown above for the Status Monitor do not show actuall
connection. Dduring an actual connection, IP address information will be
listed.
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4.6 Special APP
The Special App is an advanced feature but is not typically required to use
the XRouter Pro. This feature allows you to specify a range for incoming
ports to be open to computers on the network upon an outgoing trigger
port for special application that need two-way communication. For exam-
ple, if you wanted to allow Quicktime Streaming for the local network, you
need to have the proper entries on this page. However, by default
QuickTime and ReaPlayer are enabled but do not require any modifica-
tions. (See Figure 4.6-1)
Figure 4.6-1
How the Special App Feature Works
The Special App feature works by monitoring any user defined outgoing
trigger ports. When the XRouter Pro receives a request on these outgoing
trigger ports it will open a range of user defined incoming ports to the
computer that originally sent the request to. Each computer on the net-
work can use the Special App. Since the Special App feature works upon
an outgoing trigger port, the user defined incoming ports are closed before
the computer accesses the outgoing trigger port. In other words, incoming
ports are closed until a proper internet request is made. Also, the incom-
ing ports will automatically close if the XRouter Pro does not sense any
activity for an extended period.
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How to Use the Special App Feature
To sue this feature, you must know what the outgoing trigger ports are for
the given application that needs two-way communications. You must also
know the incoming ports that are required fo rhte data that needs to come
back into the network. For example, QuickTime typically uses port 554 as
the initial outgoing communication port. However, the actual data is then
sent back through different incoming ports. In the case of QuickTime,
ports 6970-6999 need to be open to the computer so that incoming data
can reach the computer requesting the QuickTime stream.
To enable Special App feature, click the check box next to the one of the
Special entries. The Special App entries consist of the following fields and
must be filled in:
Application Name: In this field, you can name the Special Application. This does
not have to be a certain name.
Example for QuickTime: QuickTime
Outgoing (Trigger) Port Range: In these fields, the outgoing trigger port that the
Special App would use to start the communication needs to be inputted. You may
select a range of ports or a single port. For a single port, simply input the same
port number for both fields.
Example for QuickTime: 554~554
Incoming Port Range: in these fields the incoming ports that the Special App
would use need to be inputted. These are the ports that the returning data would
need to be opened. You may select a range of ports or a sinlge port. For a single
port, input the same port number for both fields.
Example for QuickTime: 6970~6999
4.7 DMZ (DeMilitarized Zone) Host
This feature will open all in/out access for one LAN computer. This is use-
ful for machines that host TCP/IP services and is fully exposed to the pub-
lic network. For example, Internet Gaming, NetMeeting, Timbuktu, or other
types of services may require this type of access. Please enter one LAN
IP Address below. Activate this feature only when required. (Entering “0”
designates inactive)
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4.8 RIP (Routing Information Protocol)
This feature allows your XRouter Pro to send and receive RIP packets
to/from other routers on the Internet. RIP is a protocol being used by
some routers on the Internet. By sending and receiving RIP packets, your
XRouter Pro will learn the routes used by neighboring routers. This can
increase your its routing performance. The XRouter Pro supports RIP-1,
RIP-1 compatible, and RIP-2.
RIP- 1: RIP 1 is used to exchange RIP packets with older routers which do not
support RIP 2.
RIP-1- compatible : RIP-1 compatible allows the broadcast of RIP-1 and RIP-2
multicast packets. It can also receive both types.
RIP-2: RIP-2 is used to exchange RIP packets with newer routers. When using
RIP-2, you can only exchange information with RIP-2 routers.
Select the type of RIP you would like to enable from the TX(transmit) and
RX(receive) pull-down menus.
The RIP feature is considered an advance feature, and is not required for
the use of XRouter Pro. If you are not familiar with RIP, you may not want
to enable this feature. By enabling TX, you can send information about
your router to the Internet.
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4.9 Static Routing
The Static routing feature of the XRouter Pro allows the LAN to communi-
cate with another router on the LAN and with their respective LAN seg-
ment. By setting up static routes, computers on the XRouter Pro’s immedi-
ate LAN may utilize another router’s LAN and XRouter Pro’s LAN simulta-
neously. See the figure below for the setup process. (See Figure 4.9-1)
MIH-130A
Internet
192.168.1.3
Router
WAN
LAN
100 Link
Grouter XR100
Ready/Test
Link
1
2
3
4
Power
Full Duplex/
Collision
Activity
LAN #1
LAN #2
192.168.1.0
192.168.2.0
192.168.2.4
PC-1
PC-2
IP: 192.168.2.100
IP: 192.168.1.99
Default Gateway: 192.168.2.4
Default Gateway: 192.168.1.1
Figure 4.9-1
To achieve th static route in the example above, the following information
would be inputted into the XRouter Pro’s Static Routing page:
Static Routing:
Destination LAN IP:
Subnet:
1--
192.168.2.0
255.255.255.0
192.168.1.3
1
Default Gateway:
Hop Count:
Interface:
LAN
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In the example above, PC-1 would have access to LAN#1, LAN#2 and the
Internet. Where as, PC-2 would have access to LAN#1 and LAN#2, but
not to Internet. In order for PC-2 to have Internet access, a second
XRouter Pro or another similarly configurable router would be needed con-
figuration.
Static Routing is considered an advanced feature but is not required for
basic configuration of the XRouter Pro.
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4.10 PPPoE Settings
Some ISPs require the use of PPPoE for the network connection. When
PPPoE is in use, input the username and password provided by your ISP.
(See Figure 4.10-1)
Figure 4.10-1
Username : Enter the username assigned by your ISP.
Password : Enter the password assigned by your ISP. Enter the service name if
required.
Connect-on-Demand : This feature allows the router to initiate a connection with
ISP when a Internet request is made to the XRouter Pro. If you enable the
XRouter Pro’s Connect-on-Demand feature, a connection to the Internet will auto-
matically be initiated when you open your browser. We recommend having this
feature enabled if you do not wish to enter the web based configuration and
access to internet manually.
Service Name : This field is optional and is not needed for all ISPs. Input the
Server Name in this field if your ISP requires it.
Disconnect when network idle : This field allows you to enter the amount of idle
time (in minutes) required prior to being disconnected from the ISP. For example, if
you set the idle to “10”, then the XRouter Pro will disconnect your PPP connection
after 10 minutes. Enter “0” if no idle time is used.
PPPoE Management : This section provides status information on your PPP con-
nection and allows you manually connect and disconnect the PPP connection. To
manually connect click Connect, and to manually disconnect, click Disconnect.
NOTE: If connection problems occur via PPPoE to your ISP, please verify the
that your ISPs connects directly to your Internet line, or if the above settings
and cables connect to your XRouter Pro.
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4.11 Firmware Upgrade
Xsense is continually improving the firmware (software programmed on a
PROM) in each of its products. The XRouter Pro is shipped with the most
up-to-date software available at the time of production. If a firmware
upgrade becomes available, it will be posted in the Service and Support
section on our Web site. To upgrade the XRouter Pro, you will need the
TFTP client and the firmware file named “xxxxx.bin.” These two files can
upgrade procedure. (See Figure 4.11-1)
Figrue 4.11-1
1. Download these two files from our Web site: TFTP client, and
“xxxxx.bin”
NOTE: These files are actually inside a single compressed folder on our web
site. This means that you would only download one file. Once downloaded
and decompressed, a folder will contain the needed files.
2. Double click the Xsense Router Series Updater icon to run the pro-
gram. Enter both the IP address of the XRouter pro into the IP
Field and your password in the Password Field..
3. Click File Name field. A window appears. Select a location of the
firmware file “xxxx.bin”
4. Click Update button to begin the upgrading process. After the
upgrade is complete, reset the XRouter Pro by unplugging the
device and plugging it back in.
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NOTE: Keep the firmware file name “xxxx.bin” unchanged, or the TFTP won’t
recognize it.
5. If the upgrade has failed, the Ready/Test LED will be flashing on
the XRouter Pro. If this happens, repeat steps 2 - 4 of this proce-
dure.
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Chapter 5 - TROUBLESHOOTING
5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter provides solutions to problems that may occur during the
installation and operation of the MIH-130A XRouter Pro.
1. The Link LED is off.
-Be sure that all connectors are firmly plugged-in.
-Be sure that the power adapter is plugged into an electrical out-
let.
2. Can't connect to MIH-130A XRouter Pro via Web browser.
-Be sure that the IP address “192.168.1.1” has been correctly
entered in the URL field.
-Be sure the network cable connection and LAN LED indicator on
the XRouter Pro
-Check the TCP/IP setup on your client. Type "winipcfg" on DOS
prompt under Windows 95 or open the TCP/IP control panel on
the Mac OS platform. The client should get an IP address of
“192.168.1.x” (where "x" is from 1 to 252.)
3. Can't connect to MIH-130A XRouter Pro to the Internet.
-Check whether your ISP requires the use of the MAC address for
the router. Some ISPs require the MAC address the network
connection. Contact your provider with the correct MAC address
if it is necessary.
-If you are using the Static IP address provides by your ISP, verify
that the address is correct and is correctly entered in the URL
field.
-Check your cabling among all devices.
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APPENDIX A - Specifications
APPENDIX A - Specifications
Standards Compliance
IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T and IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX
TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS
WAN Interface
One 10BASE-T RJ-45 port
LAN Interface
Four 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 ports
Web Management
Yes
LED Display
Power, Link/Activity for WAN/LAN ports, Collision/Partition for LAN ports
Environment
Operation Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
0°C ~ 45°C (32°F ~ 113°F)
-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F ~ 158°F)
0% ~ 90%
Dimensions
LxWxH (mm)
LxWxH (in.)
142 x 236 x 46
5.59 x 9.29 x 1.81
Power
5VDC, 1A
Certifications
EMI/EMC - FCC Class A / CE Mark Class A
Safety - CUL(UL&CSA)/LVD/TÜV
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APPENDIX B - Hardware Description
Power
Green
Indicates that there is power to the unit.
Flashes during boot up
Ready/Test
Red
WAN Port
Link
Green
Indicates proper connection with Internet / Ethernet.
Activity
Orange
Flashing LED indicates that data packets are flowing through the
WAN port.
LAN Ports
Link/ACT
Green
Solid LED indicates a proper 100BASE-TX connection with a com-
puter and a flashing LED indicates that there is activity on this
Ethernet port
Orange
Solid LED indicates a proper 10BASE-T connection with a computer
and a flashing LED indicates that there is activity on this Ethernet
port
Full/Col
Orange
Indicates that the connection is Full Duplex
Red
Indicates that there is severe collision at this port and being isolated
from the other ports temporarily.
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Rear Panel Description
Rear Panel Description
Figure A-B-1
LAN Ethernet Ports
Four 10/100Mbps Enthernet network (RJ-45) ports used for linking hub/computer
in a Local Area Network to the XRouter Pro.
WAN Ethernet Port
One Wide Area Network port for connecting the XRouter Pro to the Internet via a
cable or DSL modem.
Reset Button
Used for resetting the XRouter Pro’s IP Address information and user password to
the factory default settings.
5VDC Power Adapter Receptacle
Plug the power adapter cable into this port to supply power to the XRouter Pro
unit.
Uplink Switch
Used to determine the configuration of the XRouter’s LAN port No. 4. Choose
either parallel (normal) for connecting LAN computers to the XRouter Pro or
crossover mode (uplink) for daisy-chaining a series of hubs to the XRouter Pro.
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Glossary
Glossary
Cable Modem
A device that connects your PC to a local TV line and receives data at 1.5Mpbs.
One of its connections is connected to your PC and the other one is to the cable
wall outlet. It attaches a standard 10BASE-T ethernet card to a computer and
modulates between digital and analog signals.
DHCP
DHCP is a protocol for automatic IP configuration. Computers at client premise
can get one IP address from DHCP server automatically. Using DHCP can save
the effort for setting IP addresses on every LAN computer.
DMZ
Abbreviation for Demilitarized Zone. It is an area between a computer’s private
network and its outside public network. DMZ prevents the external users from
accessing directly to the server that contains company data.
Domain Name
A name that identifies one or more IP addresses. For example, the domain name
"microsoft.com" represents many IP addresses. Domain names are used in URLs
dia.com/index.html, the domain name is pcwebopedia.com.
DSL
DSL stands for Digital Subscriber Line. DSL transfers high-bandwidth information
and data to homes and small businesses through copper telephone lines. It is pre-
dicted to replace IDSN in bringing both motion, 3-D, voice and data signals to the
users.
Dynamic IP address
A dynamic IP address is an IP address that is given out automatically from a
DHCP Server to client computers or routers on a LAN or WAN.
Firewall
A set of related programs that protects inforamtions of private network users from
other networks.
Firmware
A program that is inserted into a programmable read-only memory to become a
computing device. It is created and tested like a software.
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Gateway
An entrance to a network. It associates with both router and switch whereas the
router gives direction as data arrives at the gateway and the switch, on the other
hand, furnishes its actual path in and out of the gateway.
HTTP
The Hypertext Transfer Protocal is an application protocol and a set of rules for file
exchange on the World Wide Web.
IEEE
Abbreviation of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Founded in 1884,
the IEEE is an organization composed of engineers, scientists, and students. The
IEEE is best known for developing standards for the computer and electronics
industry. In particular, the IEEE 802 standards for local area networks are widely
adopted.
Internet
A global network connecting millions computers. As of 1998, the Internet has more
than 100 million users worldwide, and that number is still growing rapidly. More
than 100 countries are linked to the exchanges of data, news and opinions.
IP
Internet Protocol is meant by sending data from one computer (host) to another on
the internet. Each of the host has at least one IP Address which identifies its IP
from other computers on the internet. When sending or receiving messages, the
messages are divided into different packets that contain addresses of the senders
and the receivers.
IP Address
An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP network. Networks using the
TCP/IP protocol route messages base on the IP address of the destination. The
format of an IP address is a 32-bit numeric address written as four numbers sepa-
rated by periods. Each ranges from 0 to 255. For example, 1.160.10.240 could be
a legal IP address.
ISP
Short for Internet Service Provider, or a company that provides access to the
Internet. Paid on a monthly basis, the service provider gives you a software pack-
age, username, password and access phone number. Equipped with a modem,
you can then log onto the Internet and browse the World Wide Web and USENET,
as well as to send and receive e-mails.
Local Area Network (LAN)
A computer network that spans a relatively small area. Most LANs are confined to
a single building or a group of buildings. However, one LAN can be connected to
other LANs over any distance via telephone lines and radio waves. A system of
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LANs connected this way is called a wide-area network (WAN)
MAC Address
Short for Media Access Control Address, a hardware address that uniquely identi-
fies each node of a network. In IEEE 802 networks, the Data Link Control (DLC)
layer of the OSI Reference Model is divided into two sublayers: the Logical Link
Control (LLC) layer and the Media Access Control (MAC) layer. The MAC layer
communicate directly with the network media. Consequently, different types of net-
work media require different MAC layer.
NAT
This is an abbreviation for Network Address Translation, or translation of one IP
address in a network (inside) to a different IP address in another network (outside).
It is included in a router and the firewall of a company
PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet)
PPPoE is short for Point to Point Protocol that uses Ethernet to authenticate and
connect a user’s computer or router to the ISPs network.
Protocal
A set of rules that end points in a telecommunication use as they communicate.
These end points must recognize and observe the protocal in the communication.
RIP
Routing Information Protocol is used to manage router information within a self-
contained network. It is considered to be one of the internal gateway protocols.
Server
It is a computer program that provides services to other computer programs in the
computer.
Static IP address
A static IP address is an IP address that does not change and is manually set in
client computer or router in a LAN or WAN.
Subnet Mask
It defines which bits in the host portion of the IP address can be used to define a
subnet.
TCP/IP
Acronym for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, the suite of commu-
nications protocols used to connect hosts on the Internet.
TFTP
TFTP stands for Trivial File Transfer Protocol. It is an internet file transfer protocol
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that operates similar to FTP with few resources to run. It uses UDP and requires
no login procedures.
UDP
UDP stands for User Datagram Protocol. It's an user interface between applica-
tions and the IP in a network. It has the ability to address a particular appliation
process running on a host via a port number without setting up a connetion ses-
sion. When using UDP, the entire transmission can be sent in one or two UDP
datagrams.
Virtual Server
A server at someone else's location shared by many web site owners. Users with
virtual servers can have their own domain names and IP addresses, administer file
directories, add email accounts, manage their own logs and statistic analysis,
assign multiple domain names, and maintain passwords.
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